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- Powerhorse 2500i
- Pulsar PGX5250BiXCO
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| Specification | Powerhorse 2500i | Pulsar PGX5250BiXCO |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Dual-Fuel |
| Inverter | Yes | Yes |
| Parallel capable | Yes | No |
| RV ready | No | Yes |
| Running watts | 1800 W | Winner: Winner: 4000 W |
| Starting watts | 2500 W | Winner: Winner: 5250 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 62 dB | 70 dB |
| Weight | Winner: Winner: 48.3 lbs | 64 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 9.5 h | 6 h |
| Run time @25% load | 10.5 h | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 1.2 gal | 2.1 gal |
| Fuel gauge | No | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 20.4 x 12.5 x 18.3 | 17.5 x 14.9 x 19.5 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120 | 120 |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | 12 |
| GFCI outlets | No | No |
| Covered outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | 3 % | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 80 cc OHV 4-stroke | 223 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 | 4000 W |
| Starting watts | 2500 W | 5250 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 | 6 h |
| Run time @25% load | 10.5 h | Not available |
| Propane | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | Not available | 3600 W |
| Starting watts | Not available | 4700 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 | Not available | 10 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | true | true |
| Compliance | EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 | EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Floating | true |
| UPC | 840321763969 | 814726029852 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | Not available | 4000 |
| Running Watts (Propane) | Not available | 3600 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 2500 | 5250 |
| Starting Watts (Propane) | Not available | 4700 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 9.5 | 6 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | Not available | 10 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 10.5 | Not available |
| AC Outlet Types | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R) | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) 1x 120V 30A (TT-30R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | 80 cc OHV 4-stroke | Not available |
| Engine Displacement | 80 | 223 |
| Engine Oil Type | Not available | 10W-30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 10.5 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 9.5 | 6 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | Not available | 10 |
| 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 | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Starting Components | Not available | Oil, funnel, tool kit, and propane hose |
| Included Accessories | Funnel and tool kit | Oil, funnel, tool kit, and propane hose |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | 2 | Not available |
| 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 Pulsar PGX5250BiXCO 5250W Dual Fuel Inverter Generator is a reliable power solution for emergency power, off-grid needs, RV trips, and jobsite use. With dual fuel capability, it operates on either gasoline or propane, giving you flexibility when fuel availability changes. Its advanced inverter technology delivers clean, stable electricity that’s safe for sensitive electronics such as laptops, mobile devices, and televisions. |
- Most PowerfulPulsar PGX5250BiXCO4000W running
- QuietestPowerhorse 2500i62 dB
- Longest RuntimePowerhorse 2500i9.5h at 50% load
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