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- Powermate PM4500E
- WEN GN5600M
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| Specification | Powermate PM4500E | WEN GN5600M |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | No | No |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | No | Yes |
| Running watts | 3600 W | Winner: Winner: 4500 W |
| Starting watts | 4500 W | Winner: Winner: 5600 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | 0 dB | Winner: Winner: 68 dB |
| Weight | 114 lbs | Winner: Winner: 98.7 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 14 h | 12.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | 20 h | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 5 gal | 4.36 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | No |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 26.3 x 22.9 x 21.6 | 25.4 x 23.6 x 22.9 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120 | 120V |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | No |
| Covered outlets | Yes | No |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | No |
| THD | Not available | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 224 cc Generac OHV 4-stroke | 4-Stroke, OHV, Single Cylinder with Forced Air Cooling System |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric | Not available |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 3600 W | 4500 W |
| Starting watts | 4500 W | 5600 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 | 12.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | 20 h | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | false | Not available |
| Compliance | EPA | Not available |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | No |
| Neutral | Bonded to frame. | Not available |
| UPC | 696471080353 | Not available |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 3600 | 4500 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 4500 | 5600 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 14 | 12.5 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 20 | Not available |
| AC Outlet Types | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI1x 120V 30A (L5-30R) | 120V 5-20R, 120V L5-30R |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke | 4-Stroke, OHV, Single Cylinder with Forced Air Cooling System |
| Engine Displacement | 224 | 224 |
| Engine Oil Type | 10W-30 | Not available |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 20 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 14 | 12.5 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Not available |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | No |
| Included equipment | ||
| Included Accessories | Oil, battery, and wheel kit | Not available |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Residential Warranty | Not available | 3 |
| Commercial Warranty | 3 | Not available |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Powermate PM4500E is a portable generator offering 4500 starting watts and 3600 running watts, featuring an electric start and a 224cc Generac OHV engine, suitable for various applications. | The WEN GN5600M is a 4500-running-watt gasoline generator built to handle home backup essentials, jobsite tools, and recreational power needs. Its 5600 starting watts give it enough surge capacity to start compressors, pump motors, and other high-inrush devices without stalling. A 4.36-gallon fuel tank paired with 12.5-hour runtime at 50 percent load means you can power moderate loads overnight or through a full workday without refueling. At 98.7 lbs with a 25.4 x 23.6 x 22.9-inch footprint, it strikes a balance between meaningful output and garage-friendly storage. The 3-year warranty covers residential use, making it a straightforward choice for buyers who want proven wattage without stepping into heavier, open-frame territory. |
- Most PowerfulWEN GN5600M4500W running
- QuietestWEN GN5600M68 dB
- Longest RuntimePowermate PM4500E14h at 50% load
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