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- Pulsar PG6580ECO
- WEN GN6000
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| Specification | Pulsar PG6580ECO | WEN GN6000 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | No | No |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | No | Yes |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 5300 W | 5000 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 6580 W | 6000 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 75 dB | Not available |
| Weight | 140 lbs | Winner: Winner: 119 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 10 h | 7.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 5.3 gal | 3.4 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | No |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 26.6 x 19.7 x 18.7 | 23.2 x 16.9 x 17.2 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120/240V 60 Hz | 120V / 240V |
| Voltage (DC) | 12 | 12 |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | No |
| Covered outlets | No | No |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | No |
| THD | Not available | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | Ducar 274 cc OHV 4-stroke | OHV 4-stroke 272cc |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric | Not available |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 5300 W | 5000 W |
| Starting watts | 6580 W | 6000 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 h | 7.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | true | Not available |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA | Not available |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | true | Not available |
| UPC | 814726027100 | Not available |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 5300 | 5000 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 6580 | 6000 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10 | 7.5 |
| AC Outlet Types | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI; 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) | Two 5-20R, one TT-30R, one L14-30R |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | Ducar OHV 4-stroke | 4 stroke, OHV, Single Cylinder |
| Engine Displacement | 274 | 272 |
| Engine Oil Type | 10W-30 | Not available |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10 | 7.5 |
| Controls & display | ||
| Display Type | Not available | Digital readout |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring | Not available |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | No |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | No |
| Included equipment | ||
| Mobility Components | Not available | Wheel and handle kit |
| Documentation | Not available | https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/0350/3168/files/GN6000.manual.20210125.pdf?v=1612800524 |
| Included Accessories | Funnel, tool kit, battery, and wheel kit | Wheel and handle kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Residential Warranty | Not available | 2 |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Pulsar PG6580ECO is a 6,580-watt gasoline-powered portable generator equipped with a 274cc, 4-stroke, OHV engine. It features electric start with recoil backup, a 5.3-gallon fuel tank providing up to 10 hours of runtime at 50% load, and includes safety features like a CO shutdown sensor and low oil shutdown. Designed for versatility, it offers multiple outlets for various applications and is mounted on a durable powder-coated steel frame with fold-down handles and never-flat wheels for enhanced mobility. | The WEN GN6000 is a gasoline-powered generator with 5000 rated watts and 6000 peak watts. |
- Most PowerfulPulsar PG6580ECO5300W running
- QuietestPulsar PG6580ECO75 dB
- Longest RuntimePulsar PG6580ECO10h at 50% load
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