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  • Ryobi RY909500
  • Sportsman GEN9000DF
  • Model RY909500
    Model RY909500

    Ryobi 8,000W Gas Generator

    8000W
    Running
    85 dB
    Noise
    View details
  • Model GEN9000DF
    Model GEN9000DF

    Sportsman 8,000W Dual-Fuel Generator

    8000W
    Running
    80 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
SpecificationRyobi RY909500Sportsman GEN9000DF
General
Product type
Generator
Generator
Fuel
Gasoline
Dual-Fuel
InverterNoNo
Parallel capableNoNo
RV readyNoYes
Running watts
Winner: Winner: 8000 W
Winner: Winner: 8000 W
Starting watts
Winner: Winner: 9500 W
9000 W
Noise (lower limit)
85 dB
Winner: Winner: 80 dB
Weight
Winner: Winner: 198 lbs
200 lbs
Run time @50% load
7.5 h
Winner: Winner: 10 h
Run time @25% load
Not available—
Not available—
Fuel tank
6 gal
8 gal
Fuel gaugeNoNo
Approx. dimensions (L × W × H)
31 x 29 x 24
29.5 x 23 x 20.5
Electrical
Voltage (AC)
120/240
120/240
Voltage (DC)
Not available—
Not available—
GFCI outletsYesYes
Covered outletsYesYes
Automatic Voltage RegulationYesYes
THD
<20% %
Not available—
Engine
Engine
500 cc OHV 4-stroke
420 cc OHV 4-stroke
Alternator
Not available—
Not available—
Starting system
Recoil
Recoil, Electric
Warranty
Warranty
3 years
1 years
Power by fuel
GasolineNot available—Not available—
Running watts
8000 W
8000 W
Starting watts
9500 W
9000 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
7.5 h
10 h
Run time @25% load
Not available—
Not available—
PropaneNot available—Not available—
Running watts
Not available—
7200 W
Starting watts
Not available—
8100 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—
5 h
Run time @25% load
Not available—
Not available—
Other
Data center
Not available—
Not available—
Indicators
false
false
Compliance
EPA
EPA
Security
Not available—
Not available—
Spark arrestorYesNo
Neutral
Bonded to frame
Not available—
UPC
46396058553
27077801606
Core / High-priority specs
Running Watts (Gasoline)
8000
8000
Running Watts (Propane)
Not available—
7200
Starting Watts (Gasoline)
9500
9000
Starting Watts (Propane)
Not available—
8100
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
7.5
10
Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane)
Not available—
5
AC Outlet Types
2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R)
2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI; 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R); 1x 120V 30A (TT-30R)
Electrical & power
Frequency
60
60
Engine & construction
Engine Type
500 cc OHV 4-stroke
OHV 4-stroke
Engine Displacement
500
420
Engine Oil Type
Not available—
SAE10W-30
Runtime & fuel system
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
7.5
10
Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane)
Not available—
5
Safety & compliance
Overload Protection System
Low oil and overload protection
Low oil and overload protection
Low Oil ProtectionYesYes
Carbon Monoxide MonitoringYesNo
Included equipment
Starting Components
Not available—
Recoil; Electric
Included Accessories
Oil and wheel kit
Tool kit, propane hose, battery charging cables, and wheel kit
Warranty & identification
Commercial Warranty
3
1
Additional specs
Summary
The Ryobi RY909500 is a 9500W Portable Gas Generator featuring a 500cc OHV engine, delivering 8000 running watts and 9500 starting watts. It offers a 7.5-hour runtime at 50% load, making it ideal for storm backup and jobsite use.
The Sportsman GEN9000DF is a dual fuel generator capable of delivering 9000 surge watts and 8000 running watts, powered by a 15.0 HP 4-Stroke OHV engine. It offers both recoil and electric start options and includes multiple outlets for versatile use.
  • Most Powerful
    Ryobi RY909500
    8000W running
  • Quietest
    Sportsman GEN9000DF
    80 dB
  • Longest Runtime
    Sportsman GEN9000DF
    10h at 50% load
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