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  • NorthStar e9250s
  • Powermate PM4500
  • Model e9250s
    Model e9250s

    NorthStar 7,250W Gas Generator

    7250W
    Running
    74 dB
    Noise
    View details
  • Model PM4500
    Model PM4500

    Powermate 3,600W Gas Generator

    3600W
    Running
    0 dB
    Noise
    View details
Quick charts
Each chart uses its own Y-axis scale (so numbers are comparable within a chart).
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 e9250sPowermate PM4500
General
Product type
Generator
Generator
Fuel
Gasoline
Gasoline
InverterNoNo
Parallel capableNoNo
RV readyNoNo
Running watts
Winner: Winner: 7250 W
3600 W
Starting watts
Winner: Winner: 9250 W
4500 W
Noise (lower limit)
Winner: Winner: 74 dB
0 dB
Weight
277 lbs
Winner: Winner: 105 lbs
Run time @50% load
10.8 h
Winner: Winner: 14 h
Run time @25% load
Not available—
19 h
Fuel tank
8 gal
5 gal
Fuel gaugeYesYes
Approx. dimensions (L × W × H)
41 x 32 x 29
26.3 x 22.9 x 21.5
Electrical
Voltage (AC)
120/240V 60 Hz
120
Voltage (DC)
Not available—
Not available—
GFCI outletsYesYes
Covered outletsYesYes
Automatic Voltage RegulationYesYes
THD
<5% %
Not available—
Engine
Engine
NorthStar e420 OHV 4-stroke
Generac OHV 4-stroke 224 cc
Alternator
Not available—
Not available—
Starting system
Recoil, Electric
Recoil
Warranty
Warranty
4 years
3 years
Power by fuel
GasolineNot available—Not available—
Running watts
7250 W
3600 W
Starting watts
9250 W
4500 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
14 h
Run time @25% load
Not available—
19 h
Other
Data center
Not available—
Not available—
Indicators
false
false
Compliance
EPA
CARB, EPA
Security
Not available—
Not available—
Spark arrestorYesYes
Neutral
true
true
UPC
840321737359
696471080346
Core / High-priority specs
Running Watts (Gasoline)
7250
3600
Starting Watts (Gasoline)
9250
4500
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
10.8
14
Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline)
Not available—
19
AC Outlet Types
3x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI1x 120V 30A (L5-30R)1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R)
2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI1x 120V 30A (L5-30R)
Electrical & power
Frequency
60
60
Engine & construction
Engine Type
OHV 4-stroke
OHV
Engine Displacement
420
224
Engine Oil Type
Not available—
10W-30 / SAE 30
Runtime & fuel system
Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline)
Not available—
19
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
10.8
14
Safety & compliance
Overload Protection System
Low oil and overload protection
Low oil and overload protection
Low Oil ProtectionYesYes
Carbon Monoxide MonitoringYesYes
Included equipment
Included Accessories
Funnel, battery, and wheel kit
Oil and wheel kit
Warranty & identification
Commercial Warranty
4
3
Part Number
Not available—
P0081200
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 Powermate PM4500 is a 4500-watt portable generator featuring COsense® Technology for carbon monoxide protection, a Generac® 224CC OHV Engine, and a 19-hour run time at 25% load.
  • Most Powerful
    NorthStar e9250s
    7250W running
  • Quietest
    NorthStar e9250s
    74 dB
  • Longest Runtime
    Powermate PM4500
    14h at 50% load
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