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- Sportsman GEN3000iOF
- Yamaha EF2800i
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| Specification | Sportsman GEN3000iOF | Yamaha EF2800i |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | Yes | Yes |
| Parallel capable | Yes | No |
| RV ready | Yes | No |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 2850 W | 2500 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 3000 W | 2800 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 65 dB | Winner: Winner: 65 dB |
| Weight | 75 lbs | Winner: Winner: 68 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 8 h | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | 14.7 h |
| Fuel tank | 3.1 gal | 2.6 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 18 x 16.5 x 18 | 19.2 x 15.6 x 16.7 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120 | 120 |
| Voltage (DC) | 5 | 12 |
| GFCI outlets | No | Yes |
| Covered outlets | No | No |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | Not available | 2.5 % |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 208 cc OHV 4-stroke | Yamaha MZ175 OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Not available | Recoil |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 1 years | 3 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 2850 W | 2500 W |
| Starting watts | 3000 W | 2800 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 | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | 14.7 h |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | true | true |
| Compliance | EPA | EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Not available | Not available |
| UPC | 27077805604 | 799530396645 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 2850 | 2500 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 3000 | 2800 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 14.7 |
| AC Outlet Types | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R)1x 120V 30A (TT-30R) | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI1x 120V 30A (L5-30R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke | OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 208 | 171 |
| Engine Oil Type | SAE 10W30 | Not available |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 14.7 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Not available |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | No |
| Included equipment | ||
| Starting Components | Recoil | Not available |
| Included Accessories | Tool kit and battery charging cables | Not available |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | 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). | The Yamaha EF2800i is a lightweight and quiet inverter generator capable of powering a range of devices, from power tools to sensitive electronics, making it suitable for home backup, job sites, and on-the-go use. |
- Most PowerfulSportsman GEN3000iOF2850W running
- QuietestSportsman GEN3000iOF65 dB
- Longest RuntimeSportsman GEN3000iOF8h at 50% load
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