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  • Powerhorse s4500d
  • AIVOLT VS1600101
  • Model s4500d
    Model s4500d

    Powerhorse 3,600W Dual-Fuel Generator

    3600W
    Running
    95 dB
    Noise
    View details
  • Model VS1600101
    Model VS1600101

    AIVOLT 1,260W Gas Inverter Generator

    1260W
    Running
    57 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
SpecificationPowerhorse s4500dAIVOLT VS1600101
General
Product type
Generator
Not available—
Fuel
Dual-Fuel
Gasoline
InverterNoYes
Parallel capableNoYes
RV readyYesNo
Running watts
Winner: Winner: 3600 W
1260 W
Starting watts
Winner: Winner: 4500 W
1600 W
Noise (lower limit)
95 dB
Winner: Winner: 57 dB
Weight
121 lbs
Winner: Winner: 28 lbs
Run time @50% load
Winner: Winner: 10.6 h
Not available—
Run time @25% load
Not available—
8 h
Fuel tank
3.9 gal
3.5 gal
Fuel gaugeYesNo
Approx. dimensions (L × W × H)
26.5 x 23.5 x 21.4
16.93″L x 9.92″W x 15.75″H
Electrical
Voltage (AC)
120
120 Volts (AC)
Voltage (DC)
5
Not available—
GFCI outletsNoNo
Covered outletsYesNo
Automatic Voltage RegulationYesNo
THD
<23% %
3 %
Engine
Engine
212 cc OHV 4-stroke
60cc 4-strokes OHV air-cooled engine
Alternator
Not available—
Not available—
Starting system
Recoil, Electric
Not available—
Warranty
Warranty
2 years
2 years
Power by fuel
GasolineNot available—Not available—
Running watts
3600 W
1260 W
Starting watts
4500 W
1600 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
10.6 h
Not available—
Run time @25% load
Not available—
8 h
PropaneNot available—Not available—
Running watts
3200 W
Not available—
Starting watts
4000 W
Not available—
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
11 h
Not available—
Run time @25% load
Not available—
Not available—
Other
Data center
Not available—
Not available—
Indicators
true
true
Compliance
EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023
Complies with Emissions Standards
Security
Not available—
Not available—
Spark arrestorYesNo
Neutral
Floating
Not available—
UPC
840321764058
Not available—
Core / High-priority specs
Running Watts (Gasoline)
3600
1260
Running Watts (Propane)
3200
Not available—
Starting Watts (Gasoline)
4500
1600
Starting Watts (Propane)
4000
Not available—
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
10.6
Not available—
Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane)
11
Not available—
Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline)
Not available—
8
AC Outlet Types
1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R); 1x 120V 30A (TT-30R)
Two 120V 20A outlets
Electrical & power
Frequency
60
60
Engine & construction
Engine Type
OHV 4-stroke
4 Stroke
Engine Displacement
212
60
Alternator Winding Material
Not available—
100% copper
Runtime & fuel system
Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline)
Not available—
8
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
10.6
Not available—
Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane)
11
Not available—
Controls & display
Idle Control System
Not available—
Automatic Idle Control
Safety & compliance
Overload Protection System
Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring
Built-in overload protection
Low Oil ProtectionYesYes
Carbon Monoxide MonitoringYesYes
Included equipment
Included Accessories
Funnel, tool kit, propane hose, and wheel kit
Not available—
Warranty & identification
Residential Warranty
Not available—
2
Commercial Warranty
2
Not available—
Additional specs
Summary
The Powerhorse s4500d is a dual-fuel portable generator offering 4,500 surge watts and 3,600 rated watts, suitable for various applications including home backup and outdoor activities.
The AIVOLT VS1600101 is a gasoline inverter generator with a rated wattage of 1260 and a peak wattage of 1600.
  • Most Powerful
    Powerhorse s4500d
    3600W running
  • Quietest
    AIVOLT VS1600101
    57 dB
  • Longest Runtime
    Powerhorse s4500d
    10.6h at 50% load
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