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  • NorthStar e9250s
  • Sportsman GENMAX1500
  • Model e9250s
    Model e9250s

    NorthStar 7,250W Gas Generator

    7250W
    Running
    74 dB
    Noise
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  • Model GENMAX1500
    Model GENMAX1500

    Sportsman 900W Gas Generator

    900W
    Running
    65 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 e9250sSportsman GENMAX1500
General
Product type
Generator
Generator
Fuel
Gasoline
Gasoline
InverterNoNo
Parallel capableNoNo
RV readyNoNo
Running watts
Winner: Winner: 7250 W
900 W
Starting watts
Winner: Winner: 9250 W
1500 W
Noise (lower limit)
74 dB
Winner: Winner: 65 dB
Weight
277 lbs
Winner: Winner: 45 lbs
Run time @50% load
Winner: Winner: 10.8 h
8 h
Run time @25% load
Not available
Not available
Fuel tank
8 gal
1 gal
Fuel gaugeYesNo
Approx. dimensions (L × W × H)
41 x 32 x 29
16 x 14 x 16
Electrical
Voltage (AC)
120/240V 60 Hz
120
Voltage (DC)
Not available
12
GFCI outletsYesNo
Covered outletsYesNo
Automatic Voltage RegulationYesNo
THD
<5% %
Not available
Engine
Engine
NorthStar e420 OHV 4-stroke
72 cc 2-stroke
Alternator
Not available
Not available
Starting system
Recoil, Electric
Recoil
Warranty
Warranty
4 years
1 years
Power by fuel
GasolineNot availableNot available
Running watts
7250 W
900 W
Starting watts
9250 W
1500 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
8 h
Run time @25% load
Not available
Not available
Other
Data center
Not available
Not available
Indicators
false
false
Compliance
EPA
EPA
Security
Not available
Not available
Spark arrestorYesNo
Neutral
true
Not available
UPC
840321737359
27077805444
Core / High-priority specs
Running Watts (Gasoline)
7250
900
Starting Watts (Gasoline)
9250
1500
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
10.8
8
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)
Electrical & power
Frequency
60
60
Engine & construction
Engine Type
OHV 4-stroke
2-stroke
Engine Displacement
420
72
Runtime & fuel system
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
10.8
8
Safety & compliance
Overload Protection System
Low oil and overload protection
Not available
Low Oil ProtectionYesNo
Carbon Monoxide MonitoringYesNo
Included equipment
Included Accessories
Funnel, battery, and wheel kit
Tool kit and battery charging cables
Warranty & identification
Commercial Warranty
4
Not available
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 Sportsman GENMAX1500 is a portable 2-cycle gasoline generator offering 1,500 surge watts and 900 running watts, suitable for powering common household appliances and power tools.
  • Most Powerful
    NorthStar e9250s
    7250W running
  • Quietest
    Sportsman GENMAX1500
    65 dB
  • Longest Runtime
    NorthStar e9250s
    10.8h at 50% load
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