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- Powerhorse s4500d
- Pulsar PGDA70BiSCO
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| Specification | Powerhorse s4500d | Pulsar PGDA70BiSCO |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Dual-Fuel | Dual-Fuel |
| Inverter | No | Yes |
| Parallel capable | No | Yes |
| RV ready | Yes | Yes |
| Running watts | 3600 W | Winner: Winner: 6000 W |
| Starting watts | 4500 W | Winner: Winner: 7250 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | 95 dB | Winner: Winner: 62 dB |
| Weight | 121 lbs | Winner: Winner: 118 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 10.6 h | 8.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 3.9 gal | 3.6 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 26.5 x 23.5 x 21.4 | 24 x 19 x 22 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120 | 120/240 |
| Voltage (DC) | 5 | 5 |
| GFCI outlets | No | Yes |
| Covered outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | <23% % | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 212 cc OHV 4-stroke | 312 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric | Recoil, Electric, Remote |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 2 years | 3 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 3600 W | 6000 W |
| Starting watts | 4500 W | 7250 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 | 8.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Propane | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 3200 W | 5500 W |
| Starting watts | 4000 W | 6500 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 | 11 h | 8 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 | CARB, EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Floating | true |
| UPC | 840321764058 | 814726027629 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 3600 | 6000 |
| Running Watts (Propane) | 3200 | 5500 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 4500 | 7250 |
| Starting Watts (Propane) | 4000 | 6500 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10.6 | 8.5 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | 11 | 8 |
| AC Outlet Types | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R); 1x 120V 30A (TT-30R) | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (TT-30R); 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke | 312 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 212 | 312 |
| Engine Oil Type | Not available | 10W30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10.6 | 8.5 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | 11 | 8 |
| 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 | Recoil, Electric, Remote |
| Included Accessories | Funnel, tool kit, propane hose, and wheel kit | Funnel, tool kit, key fob, propane hose, and battery |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | 2 | 3 |
| 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 Pulsar PGDA70BiSCO is a 7250-watt peak and 6000-watt rated dual-fuel inverter generator with CO Alert and remote start, suitable for various power needs. |
- Most PowerfulPulsar PGDA70BiSCO6000W running
- QuietestPulsar PGDA70BiSCO62 dB
- Longest RuntimePowerhorse s4500d10.6h at 50% load
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