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  • Powerhorse s5000id
  • Predator 72899
  • Model s5000id
    Model s5000id

    Powerhorse 3,900W Dual-Fuel Generator

    3900W
    Running
    58 dB
    Noise
    View details
  • Model 72899
    Model 72899

    Predator 3,000W Gas Generator

    3000W
    Running
    56 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
SpecificationPowerhorse s5000idPredator 72899
General
Product type
Generator
Generator
Fuel
Dual-Fuel
Gasoline
InverterYesYes
Parallel capableYesNo
RV readyYesNo
Running watts
Winner: Winner: 3900 W
3000 W
Starting watts
Winner: Winner: 5000 W
3500 W
Noise (lower limit)
58 dB
Winner: Winner: 56 dB
Weight
113.5 lbs
Winner: Winner: 102 lbs
Run time @50% load
Winner: Winner: 9.5 h
Not available
Run time @25% load
Not available
11 h
Fuel tank
3.17 gal
Not available
Fuel gaugeYesNo
Approx. dimensions (L × W × H)
25 x 18.1 x 21.1
22.75 x 17.3 x 20
Electrical
Voltage (AC)
120
120V
Voltage (DC)
5
Not available
GFCI outletsNoNo
Covered outletsYesNo
Automatic Voltage RegulationYesNo
THD
<3% %
Not available
Engine
Engine
224 cc OHV 4-stroke
Not available
Alternator
Not available
Not available
Starting system
Recoil, Electric, Remote
Not available
Warranty
Warranty
2 years
Not available
Power by fuel
GasolineNot availableNot available
Running watts
3900 W
Not available
Starting watts
5000 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
9.5 h
Not available
Run time @25% load
Not available
Not available
PropaneNot availableNot available
Running watts
3600 W
Not available
Starting watts
4500 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
10 h
Not available
Run time @25% load
Not available
Not available
Other
Data center
Not available
Not available
Indicators
true
Not available
Compliance
EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023
Not available
Security
Not available
Not available
Spark arrestorYesNo
Neutral
Floating
Not available
UPC
Not available
Not available
Core / High-priority specs
Running Watts (Gasoline)
3900
Not available
Running Watts (Propane)
3600
Not available
Starting Watts (Gasoline)
5000
Not available
Starting Watts (Propane)
4500
Not available
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
9.5
Not available
Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane)
10
Not available
AC Outlet Types
1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R)1x 120V 30A (TT-30R)
Not available
Electrical & power
Frequency
60
Not available
Engine & construction
Engine Type
224 cc OHV 4-stroke
Not available
Engine Displacement
224
212
Runtime & fuel system
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
9.5
Not available
Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane)
10
Not available
Safety & compliance
Overload Protection System
Low oil and overload protection
Not available
Low Oil ProtectionYesYes
Carbon Monoxide MonitoringYesNo
Included equipment
Starting Components
Recoil, Electric, Remote
Not available
Included Accessories
Funnel, tool kit, key fob, propane hose, and battery
Not available
Warranty & identification
Commercial Warranty
2
Not available
Additional specs
Summary
The Powerhorse s5000id is a dual-fuel inverter generator delivering 5,000 surge watts and 3,900 rated watts, suitable for various applications including emergency home backup, RVs, and outdoor events.
The Predator 72899 is a 3500 Watt Super Quiet Inverter Generator designed for efficient and quiet operation, suitable for various applications including RVs.
  • Most Powerful
    Powerhorse s5000id
    3900W running
  • Quietest
    Predator 72899
    56 dB
  • Longest Runtime
    Powerhorse s5000id
    9.5h at 50% load
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