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- Powermate PM4500DF
- Sportsman GEN4000DF
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| Specification | Powermate PM4500DF | Sportsman GEN4000DF |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Dual-Fuel | Dual-Fuel |
| Inverter | No | No |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | No | Yes |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 3600 W | 3500 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 4500 W | 4000 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | 0 dB | Winner: Winner: 69 dB |
| Weight | 109 lbs | Winner: Winner: 90 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 10.5 h | 10 h |
| Run time @25% load | 19 h | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 5 gal | 3.6 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | No |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 26.3 x 22.9 x 21.5 | 24.5 x 17 x 16.5 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120 | 120 |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | 12 |
| GFCI outlets | No | No |
| Covered outlets | Yes | No |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | Not available | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | Generac OHV 4-stroke 224 cc | 212 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil | Recoil |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 1 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 3600 W | 3500 W |
| Starting watts | 4500 W | 4000 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 | 10.5 h | 10 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Propane | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 3240 W | 3100 W |
| Starting watts | Not available | 3600 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 | 7 h | 12 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | false | false |
| Compliance | EPA | EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Not available | Not available |
| UPC | 696471086386 | 27077801323 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 3600 | 3500 |
| Running Watts (Propane) | 3240 | 3100 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 4500 | 4000 |
| Starting Watts (Propane) | Not available | 3600 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10.5 | 10 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | 7 | 12 |
| AC Outlet Types | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI; 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R) | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (TT-30R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | Generac OHV 4-stroke | OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 224 | 212 |
| Engine Oil Type | 10W-30 | SAE10W-30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10.5 | 10 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | 7 | 12 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Low oil and overload protection |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | No |
| Included equipment | ||
| Included Accessories | Oil, propane hose, and wheel kit | Funnel, tool kit, propane hose, and battery charging cables |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | 3 | Not available |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Powermate PM4500DF is a durable and compact dual fuel portable generator, ideal for home use or DIY projects. It offers 4500 starting watts and 3600 running watts on gasoline, and features a steel frame with integrated wheels and handle for easy transport. | The Sportsman GEN4000DF is a dual fuel generator capable of producing 4,000 surge watts and 3,500 running watts, suitable for powering RVs, household appliances, and power tools. |
- Most PowerfulPowermate PM4500DF3600W running
- QuietestSportsman GEN4000DF69 dB
- Longest RuntimePowermate PM4500DF10.5h at 50% load
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