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- Pulsar PG5250B
- WEN DF5600X
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| Specification | Pulsar PG5250B | WEN DF5600X |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Dual-Fuel | Dual-Fuel |
| Inverter | No | No |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | Yes | Yes |
| Running watts | 4250 W | Winner: Winner: 4500 W |
| Starting watts | 5250 W | Winner: Winner: 5600 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 72 dB | 0 dB |
| Weight | Winner: Winner: 110 lbs | 113 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | 12 h | Winner: Winner: 12.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 4 gal | 4.36 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 23.2 x 17 x 17.8 | 26 x 21.9 x 27.2 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120/240 | 120 |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | No | No |
| Covered outlets | No | No |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | Not available | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | Ducar OHV 4-stroke | 224 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil | Recoil, Electric |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 2 years | 3 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 4250 W | 4500 W |
| Starting watts | 5250 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 | 12 h | 12.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Propane | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 3850 W | 4050 W |
| Starting watts | 4750 W | 5000 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 | 8 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | false | true |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA | EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Not available | Not available |
| UPC | 814726021603 | 44459456001 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 4250 | 4500 |
| Running Watts (Propane) | 3850 | 4050 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 5250 | 5600 |
| Starting Watts (Propane) | 4750 | 5000 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 12 | 12.5 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | Not available | 8 |
| AC Outlet Types | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R)1x 120V 30A (TT-30R)1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R) 1x 120V 30A (TT-30R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | Ducar OHV 4-stroke | OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 224 | 224 |
| Engine Oil Type | 10W-30 | Not available |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 12 | 12.5 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | Not available | 8 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | No | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Starting Components | Not available | Recoil, Electric |
| Included Accessories | Propane hose and wheel kit | Funnel, tool kit, propane hose, battery, and wheel kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | Not available | 3 |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Pulsar PG5250B is a 5250-watt peak and 4250-watt running dual-fuel generator. It features Switch & Go technology for easy fuel switching, making it suitable for job sites, home backup, and recreational use. | The WEN DF5600X is a 4,500-watt dual-fuel generator that bridges portable and semi-stationary power. It runs on gasoline or propane, making it adaptable to different fuel availability and storage constraints. This wattage handles most household circuits, power tools, and small job site equipment simultaneously. |
- Most PowerfulWEN DF5600X4500W running
- QuietestPulsar PG5250B72 dB
- Longest RuntimeWEN DF5600X12.5h at 50% load
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