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| Specification | Westinghouse WGen5300sc | Cat RP5500 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | No | No |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | Yes | No |
| Running watts | 5300 W | Winner: Winner: 5500 W |
| Starting watts | 6600 W | Winner: Winner: 6875 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 68 dB | 0 dB |
| Weight | Winner: Winner: 133.8 lbs | 178 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | 11 h | Winner: Winner: 15 h |
| Run time @25% load | 14.5 h | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 4.7 gal | 7.9 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 23.2 x 20.1 x 19.1 | 32.9 x 27.4 x 24.7 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120/240 | 120/240 |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | No | Yes |
| Covered outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | 23 % | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 274 cc OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve | 300 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric | Recoil |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 5300 W | 5500 W |
| Starting watts | 6600 W | 6875 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 | 11 h | 15 h |
| Run time @25% load | 14.5 h | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | false | false |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA | CARB, EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Floating | Not available |
| UPC | 850011336724 | 815683020036 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 5300 | 5500 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 6600 | 6875 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 11 | 15 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 14.5 | Not available |
| AC Outlet Types | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R)1x 120V 30A (TT-30R)1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI, 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke | OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 274 | 300 |
| Cylinder Sleeve | cast iron sleeve | Not available |
| Engine Oil Type | SAE 10W-30 | SAE 30 or 10W-30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 14.5 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 11 | 15 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Low oil and overload protection |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | No |
| Included equipment | ||
| Starting Components | Recoil, Electric | Not available |
| Included Accessories | Oil, funnel, tool kit, battery, and wheel kit | Oil, funnel, tool kit, and wheel kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | 3 | Not available |
| Part Number | Not available | 502-3686 |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Westinghouse WGen5300sc is a portable gas-powered generator delivering 6,600 peak watts and 5,300 running watts, ideal for home backup and RV use. | The Cat RP5500 is a 5500-watt gasoline generator built for homeowners, contractors, and outdoor enthusiasts who need reliable backup power without the complexity of larger units. This wattage tier handles most household circuits simultaneously, meaning you can run a refrigerator, well pump, and power tools at the same time, but not your entire home's air conditioning system. The 6875-watt peak capacity gives it the muscle to start high-inrush devices like compressors and sump pumps without stalling. Because the RP5500 runs on gasoline, fuel is available at any gas station, eliminating the supply chain friction of propane or diesel models. The 7.9-gallon tank paired with 15-hour runtime at half load means you refuel roughly once per day under typical use, not every few hours. |
