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- Pulsar PGX5250BiXCO
- AIVOLT VS1600101
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| Specification | Pulsar PGX5250BiXCO | AIVOLT VS1600101 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Not available |
| Fuel | Dual-Fuel | Gasoline |
| Inverter | Yes | Yes |
| Parallel capable | No | Yes |
| RV ready | Yes | No |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 4000 W | 1260 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 5250 W | 1600 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | 70 dB | Winner: Winner: 57 dB |
| Weight | 64 lbs | Winner: Winner: 28 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 6 h | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | 8 h |
| Fuel tank | 2.1 gal | 3.5 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | No |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 17.5 x 14.9 x 19.5 | 16.93″L x 9.92″W x 15.75″H |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120 | 120 Volts (AC) |
| Voltage (DC) | 12 | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | No | No |
| Covered outlets | Yes | No |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | No |
| THD | Not available | 3 % |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 223 cc 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 | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 4000 W | 1260 W |
| Starting watts | 5250 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 | 6 h | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | 8 h |
| Propane | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 3600 W | Not available |
| Starting watts | 4700 W | Not available |
| 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 | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | true | true |
| Compliance | EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 | Complies with Emissions Standards |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | No |
| Neutral | true | Not available |
| UPC | 814726029852 | Not available |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 4000 | 1260 |
| Running Watts (Propane) | 3600 | Not available |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 5250 | 1600 |
| Starting Watts (Propane) | 4700 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 6 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | 10 | 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 | Not available | 4 Stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 223 | 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) | 6 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | 10 | 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 Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Starting Components | Oil, funnel, tool kit, and propane hose | Not available |
| Included Accessories | Oil, funnel, tool kit, and propane hose | Not available |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Residential Warranty | Not available | 2 |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Pulsar PGX5250BiXCO 5250W Dual Fuel Inverter Generator is a reliable power solution for emergency power, off-grid needs, RV trips, and jobsite use. With dual fuel capability, it operates on either gasoline or propane, giving you flexibility when fuel availability changes. Its advanced inverter technology delivers clean, stable electricity that’s safe for sensitive electronics such as laptops, mobile devices, and televisions. | The AIVOLT VS1600101 is a gasoline inverter generator with a rated wattage of 1260 and a peak wattage of 1600. |
- Most PowerfulPulsar PGX5250BiXCO4000W running
- QuietestAIVOLT VS160010157 dB
- Longest RuntimePulsar PGX5250BiXCO6h at 50% load
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