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  • Powermate PM4500
  • AIVOLT VS12000411
  • Model PM4500
    Model PM4500

    Powermate 3,600W Gas Generator

    3600W
    Running
    0 dB
    Noise
    View details
  • Model VS12000411
    Model VS12000411

    AIVOLT 9,000W Dual-Fuel Inverter Generator

    9000W
    Running
    60 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
SpecificationPowermate PM4500AIVOLT VS12000411
General
Product type
Generator
Not available—
Fuel
Gasoline
Dual-Fuel
InverterNoYes
Parallel capableNoYes
RV readyNoNo
Running watts
3600 W
Winner: Winner: 9000 W
Starting watts
4500 W
Winner: Winner: 11250 W
Noise (lower limit)
0 dB
Winner: Winner: 60 dB
Weight
Winner: Winner: 105 lbs
220 lbs
Run time @50% load
Winner: Winner: 14 h
Not available—
Run time @25% load
19 h
19 h
Fuel tank
5 gal
Not available—
Fuel gaugeYesNo
Approx. dimensions (L × W × H)
26.3 x 22.9 x 21.5
28.43L x 26.38W x 29.65H
Electrical
Voltage (AC)
120
120V/240V
Voltage (DC)
Not available—
Not available—
GFCI outletsYesYes
Covered outletsYesNo
Automatic Voltage RegulationYesNo
THD
Not available—
3 %
Engine
Engine
Generac OHV 4-stroke 224 cc
459cc 4-strokes OHV air-cooled
Alternator
Not available—
Not available—
Starting system
Recoil
Not available—
Warranty
Warranty
3 years
Not available—
Power by fuel
GasolineNot available—Not available—
Running watts
3600 W
9000 W
Starting watts
4500 W
11250 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
14 h
Not available—
Run time @25% load
19 h
19 h
PropaneNot available—Not available—
Running watts
Not available—
8450 W
Starting watts
Not available—
10570 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—
Not available—
Run time @25% load
Not available—
Not available—
Other
Data center
Not available—
Not available—
Indicators
false
true
Compliance
CARB, EPA
Approved by the EPA and CARB
Security
Not available—
Not available—
Spark arrestorYesNo
Neutral
true
Not available—
UPC
696471080346
Not available—
Core / High-priority specs
Running Watts (Gasoline)
3600
9000
Running Watts (Propane)
Not available—
8450
Starting Watts (Gasoline)
4500
11250
Starting Watts (Propane)
Not available—
10570
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
14
Not available—
Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline)
19
19
AC Outlet Types
2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI1x 120V 30A (L5-30R)
2 120V 20A 5-20R GFCI outlets, 1 120V 30A L5-30R, 1 120V/240V 30A L14-30R, 1 120V/240V 50A 14-50R
Electrical & power
Frequency
60
60
Engine & construction
Engine Type
OHV
4 Stroke
Engine Displacement
224
459
Alternator Winding Material
Not available—
100% copper
Engine Oil Type
10W-30 / SAE 30
Not available—
Runtime & fuel system
Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline)
19
19
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
14
Not available—
Outlets & connections
Transfer Switch Compatibility
Not available—
Yes
Controls & display
Display Type
Not available—
LED display
Idle Control System
Not available—
Eco switch
Safety & compliance
Overload Protection System
Low oil and overload protection
Built-in overload protection
Low Oil ProtectionYesYes
Carbon Monoxide MonitoringYesYes
Included equipment
Fuel Connection Components
Not available—
LPG hose with regulator
Included Accessories
Oil and wheel kit
Remote controller, battery charger, oil funnel, tool kits
Warranty & identification
Commercial Warranty
3
Not available—
Part Number
P0081200
Not available—
Additional specs
Summary
The Powermate PM4500 is a 4500-watt portable generator featuring COsense® Technology for carbon monoxide protection, a Generac® 224CC OHV Engine, and a 19-hour run time at 25% load.
The AIVOLT VS12000411 is a dual-fuel generator with a rated wattage of 9000 and a peak wattage of 11250. It features a 459cc 4-stroke OHV engine and includes electric and remote start options.
  • Most Powerful
    AIVOLT VS12000411
    9000W running
  • Quietest
    AIVOLT VS12000411
    60 dB
  • Longest Runtime
    Powermate PM4500
    14h at 50% load
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