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- Powerhorse 2500i
- Powermate PM3800
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| Specification | Powerhorse 2500i | Powermate PM3800 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | Yes | No |
| Parallel capable | Yes | No |
| RV ready | No | No |
| Running watts | 1800 W | Winner: Winner: 3000 W |
| Starting watts | 2500 W | Winner: Winner: 3800 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 62 dB | 0 dB |
| Weight | Winner: Winner: 48.3 lbs | 96 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | 9.5 h | Winner: Winner: 14 h |
| Run time @25% load | 10.5 h | 21 h |
| Fuel tank | 1.2 gal | 5 gal |
| Fuel gauge | No | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 20.4 x 12.5 x 18.3 | 23.8 x 18.1 x 19.1 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120 | 120 |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | No | No |
| Covered outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | No |
| THD | 3 % | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 80 cc OHV 4-stroke | 212 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil | Recoil |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 2 years | 3 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | Not available | 3000 W |
| Starting watts | 2500 W | 3800 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 | 9.5 h | 14 h |
| Run time @25% load | 10.5 h | 21 h |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | true | false |
| Compliance | EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 | EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Floating | Floating |
| UPC | 840321763969 | 696471080339 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | Not available | 3000 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 2500 | 3800 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 9.5 | 14 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 10.5 | 21 |
| AC Outlet Types | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R) | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | 80 cc OHV 4-stroke | 212 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 80 | 212 |
| Engine Oil Type | Not available | 10W-30 / SAE 30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 10.5 | 21 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 9.5 | 14 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring | Low oil and overload protection |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | No |
| Included equipment | ||
| Starting Components | Not available | Oil |
| Included Accessories | Funnel and tool kit | Oil |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | 2 | 3 |
| Part Number | Not available | P0081100 |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | 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. | The Powermate PM3800 is a durable and compact portable generator, ideal for home use and DIY projects. It features a Generac 212cc OHV engine, delivering 3800 starting watts and 3000 running watts. The generator offers a 21-hour runtime at 25% load, facilitated by a 5-gallon fuel tank. Its POWERDIAL™ simplifies the startup process with an integrated off/run/choke knob. |
- Most PowerfulPowermate PM38003000W running
- QuietestPowerhorse 2500i62 dB
- Longest RuntimePowermate PM380014h at 50% load
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