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  • NorthStar e9250s
  • Powerhorse 2500i
  • Model e9250s
    Model e9250s

    NorthStar 7,250W Gas Generator

    7250W
    Running
    74 dB
    Noise
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  • Model 2500i
    Model 2500i

    Powerhorse 1,800W Gas Generator

    1800W
    Running
    62 dB
    Noise
    View details
Quick charts
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Running watts
W
Starting watts
W
Noise
dB
Runtime @50%
h
Running watts by fuel
Shows how output changes across gasoline/propane/natural gas (when available).
Generator Specifications Comparison
SpecificationNorthStar e9250sPowerhorse 2500i
General
Product type
Generator
Generator
Fuel
Gasoline
Gasoline
InverterNoYes
Parallel capableNoYes
RV readyNoNo
Running watts
Winner: Winner: 7250 W
1800 W
Starting watts
Winner: Winner: 9250 W
2500 W
Noise (lower limit)
74 dB
Winner: Winner: 62 dB
Weight
277 lbs
Winner: Winner: 48.3 lbs
Run time @50% load
Winner: Winner: 10.8 h
9.5 h
Run time @25% load
Not available
10.5 h
Fuel tank
8 gal
1.2 gal
Fuel gaugeYesNo
Approx. dimensions (L × W × H)
41 x 32 x 29
20.4 x 12.5 x 18.3
Electrical
Voltage (AC)
120/240V 60 Hz
120
Voltage (DC)
Not available
Not available
GFCI outletsYesNo
Covered outletsYesYes
Automatic Voltage RegulationYesYes
THD
<5% %
3 %
Engine
Engine
NorthStar e420 OHV 4-stroke
80 cc OHV 4-stroke
Alternator
Not available
Not available
Starting system
Recoil, Electric
Recoil
Warranty
Warranty
4 years
2 years
Power by fuel
GasolineNot availableNot available
Running watts
7250 W
Not available
Starting watts
9250 W
2500 W
Running amps (120V)
Not available
Not available
Running amps (240V)
Not available
Not available
Peak amps (120V)
Not available
Not available
Peak amps (240V)
Not available
Not available
Run time @50% load
10.8 h
9.5 h
Run time @25% load
Not available
10.5 h
Other
Data center
Not available
Not available
Indicators
false
true
Compliance
EPA
EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023
Security
Not available
Not available
Spark arrestorYesYes
Neutral
true
Floating
UPC
840321737359
840321763969
Core / High-priority specs
Running Watts (Gasoline)
7250
Not available
Starting Watts (Gasoline)
9250
2500
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
10.8
9.5
Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline)
Not available
10.5
AC Outlet Types
3x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI1x 120V 30A (L5-30R)1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R)
1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R)
Electrical & power
Frequency
60
60
Engine & construction
Engine Type
OHV 4-stroke
80 cc OHV 4-stroke
Engine Displacement
420
80
Runtime & fuel system
Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline)
Not available
10.5
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
10.8
9.5
Safety & compliance
Overload Protection System
Low oil and overload protection
Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring
Low Oil ProtectionYesYes
Carbon Monoxide MonitoringYesYes
Included equipment
Included Accessories
Funnel, battery, and wheel kit
Funnel and tool kit
Warranty & identification
Commercial Warranty
4
2
Additional specs
Summary
The NorthStar e9250s is a commercial-grade, portable generator featuring a 420cc OHV EFI engine, delivering 9,250 surge watts and 7,250 rated watts. It boasts Quiet Armor Technology for reduced noise, an electric start with a built-in battery charger, and a multi-function LCD display for monitoring generator functions.
The Powerhorse 2500i is a portable inverter generator delivering 2,500 surge watts and 1,800 rated watts, featuring a quiet 52dB operation, CO shutdown function, and parallel-ready design for increased power needs.
  • Most Powerful
    NorthStar e9250s
    7250W running
  • Quietest
    Powerhorse 2500i
    62 dB
  • Longest Runtime
    NorthStar e9250s
    10.8h at 50% load
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