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  • Pulsar PGD40iSCO
  • AIVOLT VS1600101
  • Model PGD40iSCO
    Model PGD40iSCO

    Pulsar 3,200W Gas Generator

    3200W
    Running
    59 dB
    Noise
    View details
  • Model VS1600101
    Model VS1600101

    AIVOLT 1,260W Gas Inverter Generator

    1260W
    Running
    57 dB
    Noise
    View details
Quick charts
Each chart uses its own Y-axis scale (so numbers are comparable within a chart).
Running watts
W
Starting watts
W
Noise
dB
Runtime @50%
h
Running watts by fuel
Shows how output changes across gasoline/propane/natural gas (when available).
Generator Specifications Comparison
SpecificationPulsar PGD40iSCOAIVOLT VS1600101
General
Product type
Generator
Not available—
Fuel
Gasoline
Gasoline
InverterYesYes
Parallel capableYesYes
RV readyYesNo
Running watts
Winner: Winner: 3200 W
1260 W
Starting watts
Winner: Winner: 4000 W
1600 W
Noise (lower limit)
59 dB
Winner: Winner: 57 dB
Weight
46 lbs
Winner: Winner: 28 lbs
Run time @50% load
Winner: Winner: 4.5 h
Not available—
Run time @25% load
Not available—
8 h
Fuel tank
1 gal
3.5 gal
Fuel gaugeNoNo
Approx. dimensions (L × W × H)
18.9 x 11.4 x 17.3
16.93″L x 9.92″W x 15.75″H
Electrical
Voltage (AC)
120
120 Volts (AC)
Voltage (DC)
Not available—
Not available—
GFCI outletsNoNo
Covered outletsYesNo
Automatic Voltage RegulationYesNo
THD
Not available—
3 %
Engine
Engine
145 cc Ducar OHV 4-stroke
60cc 4-strokes OHV air-cooled engine
Alternator
Not available—
Not available—
Starting system
Recoil
Not available—
Warranty
Warranty
3 years
2 years
Power by fuel
GasolineNot available—Not available—
Running watts
3200 W
1260 W
Starting watts
4000 W
1600 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
4.5 h
Not available—
Run time @25% load
Not available—
8 h
Other
Data center
Not available—
Not available—
Indicators
true
true
Compliance
CARB, EPA
Complies with Emissions Standards
Security
Not available—
Not available—
Spark arrestorYesNo
Neutral
Floating
Not available—
UPC
814726027674
Not available—
Core / High-priority specs
Running Watts (Gasoline)
3200
1260
Starting Watts (Gasoline)
4000
1600
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
4.5
Not available—
Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline)
Not available—
8
AC Outlet Types
1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R)1x 120V 30A (TT-30R)
Two 120V 20A outlets
Electrical & power
Frequency
60
60
Engine & construction
Engine Type
OHV 4-stroke
4 Stroke
Engine Displacement
145
60
Alternator Winding Material
Not available—
100% copper
Engine Oil Type
10W-30
Not available—
Runtime & fuel system
Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline)
Not available—
8
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
4.5
Not available—
Controls & display
Idle Control System
Not available—
Automatic Idle Control
Safety & compliance
Overload Protection System
Low oil and overload protection
Built-in overload protection
Low Oil ProtectionYesYes
Carbon Monoxide MonitoringYesYes
Warranty & identification
Residential Warranty
Not available—
2
Commercial Warranty
3
Not available—
Additional specs
Summary
The Pulsar PGD40iSCO is a 4,000-watt inverter generator featuring a 145cc OHV air-cooled engine, providing 3,200 running watts and 4,000 peak watts. It operates quietly at 59 dB and offers up to 4.5 hours of runtime at half load. Equipped with CO Sentry for carbon monoxide detection, it ensures safety during operation.
The AIVOLT VS1600101 is a gasoline inverter generator with a rated wattage of 1260 and a peak wattage of 1600.
  • Most Powerful
    Pulsar PGD40iSCO
    3200W running
  • Quietest
    AIVOLT VS1600101
    57 dB
  • Longest Runtime
    Pulsar PGD40iSCO
    4.5h at 50% load
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