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- Pulsar PG4500iSR
- Ryobi RYi4022X
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| Specification | Pulsar PG4500iSR | Ryobi RYi4022X |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | Yes | Yes |
| Parallel capable | Yes | No |
| RV ready | Yes | Yes |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 3700 W | 3400 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 4500 W | 4000 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 64 dB | 72 dB |
| Weight | 102 lbs | Winner: Winner: 85 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | 7 h | Winner: Winner: 12 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 3.2 gal | Not available |
| Fuel gauge | No | No |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 26 x 24 x 28 | 25 x 15.88 x 21.75 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120 | 120 |
| Voltage (DC) | 12 | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | No | No |
| Covered outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | Not available | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 224 cc OHV 4-stroke | 212 cc Ryobi OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric, Remote | Recoil |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | Not available | 3400 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 | 7 h | 12 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | true | true |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA | CARB |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Floating | Floating |
| UPC | 814726026059 | 46396024183 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | Not available | 3400 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 4500 | 4000 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 7 | 12 |
| AC Outlet Types | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (TT-30R) | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (TT-30R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke | Ryobi OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 224 | 212 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 7 | 12 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Overload protection |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | No | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Starting Components | Recoil, Electric, Remote | Not available |
| Included Accessories | Key fob and battery | Oil, tool kit, and wheel kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Residential Warranty | Not available | 3 |
| Commercial Warranty | 3 | 3 |
| Part Number | Not available | RYi4022VNM |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Pulsar PG4500iSR is a 4,500-watt inverter generator featuring a 224cc OHV engine, capable of up to 11 hours of runtime at half load on 3.2 gallons of fuel. It offers a wireless remote start, push-button start, and operates at approximately 64 dB. Its compact design includes a telescopic handle and 5-inch never-flat wheels for easy handling and storage. | The Ryobi RYi4022X is a 4000-Watt Gasoline Powered Digital Inverter Generator equipped with CO Detect Shutdown Sensor, designed to provide clean and consistent power suitable for sensitive electronics. |
- Most PowerfulPulsar PG4500iSR3700W running
- QuietestPulsar PG4500iSR64 dB
- Longest RuntimeRyobi RYi4022X12h at 50% load
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