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- Ryobi RYi6522
- Sportsman GEN3000iOF
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| Specification | Ryobi RYi6522 | Sportsman GEN3000iOF |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | Yes | Yes |
| Parallel capable | No | Yes |
| RV ready | Yes | Yes |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 5500 W | 2850 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 6500 W | 3000 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | 72.3 dB | Winner: Winner: 65 dB |
| Weight | 118 lbs | Winner: Winner: 75 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 8.5 h | 8 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 4 gal | 3.1 gal |
| Fuel gauge | No | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 24.4 x 20.9 x 22.5 | 18 x 16.5 x 18 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120 | 120 |
| Voltage (DC) | 5 | 5 |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | No |
| Covered outlets | Yes | No |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | 5 % | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 298 cc OHV 4-stroke | 208 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil | Not available |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 1 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 5500 W | 2850 W |
| Starting watts | 6500 W | 3000 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 | 8.5 h | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | true | true |
| Compliance | EPA | EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | true | Not available |
| UPC | 46396052193 | 27077805604 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 5500 | 2850 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 6500 | 3000 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 8.5 | Not available |
| AC Outlet Types | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI; 1x 120V 30A (TT-30R); 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R)1x 120V 30A (TT-30R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke | OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 298 | 208 |
| Engine Oil Type | Not available | SAE 10W30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 8.5 | Not available |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Low oil and overload protection |
| Low Oil Protection | No | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Starting Components | Not available | Recoil |
| Included Accessories | Oil, tool kit, and wheel kit | Tool kit and battery charging cables |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | 3 | Not available |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Ryobi RYi6522 is a 6500-watt open frame inverter generator designed to provide reliable power for various applications, including RVs, home backup, and job sites. It features a 298cc OHV engine delivering 6500 starting watts and 5500 running watts, CO Detect carbon monoxide shutdown sensor for added safety, and Pure Sine Wave Technology to safely power sensitive electronics. | The Sportsman GEN3000iOF is a 3,000 surge watt, 2,850 running watt gasoline-powered inverter generator designed to safely charge and run sensitive electronics, small appliances, and power tools. It features sine wave technology for clean, stable voltage, making it suitable for use with computers, TVs, and other sensitive devices. The open frame design allows for maximum airflow, keeping the generator at a cooler operating temperature. Equipped with two 120V AC outlets, one 120V RV-ready outlet, and two USB ports, it offers versatile connectivity options. The generator also includes a parallel power port terminal, allowing users to chain multiple units together to increase total output power using a parallel power kit (sold separately). |
- Most PowerfulRyobi RYi65225500W running
- QuietestSportsman GEN3000iOF65 dB
- Longest RuntimeRyobi RYi65228.5h at 50% load
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