5250 Watt Generator 2024: Top picks by experts

Your 8000-watt portable generator operates on natural gas, propane, or gasoline, plus natural gas and propane hoses are included so the unit is ready to run on any fuel right out of the box

Power up the 459cc Champion engine with the handy rocker switch, battery included. Gasoline Tank Material-Steel

Track voltage, frequency, session run time, and total run time to monitor output and track maintenance intervals, plus the UL-recognized sensor uses an LED to indicate CO shutoff or fault

Gasoline: 10,000 starting watts and 8000 running watts, propane: 9000 starting watts and 7200 running watts, natural gas: 8750 starting watts and 7000 running watts and engine oil is included

Includes 3-year limited warranty with FREE lifetime technical support from dedicated experts

Ultra-Powerful: At 9375 starting watts and 7500 running watts, enjoy up to 8 hours of run time on a full tank of gasoline with a noise level of 74 dBA from 23 feet

Electric start: Trust the reliable 420cc Champion engine with its battery-included electric start featuring a reliable toggle switch, plus built-in Cold Start Technology for easy starts in cold weather

Covered Outlets: Four 120V 20A GFCI outlets, a120/240V 30A locking outlet and a 120/240V 50A outlet (14-50R), plus Volt Guard built-in surge protector prevents overloads and keeps your equipment safe

Intelligauge: Keep track of voltage, hertz and run-time hours to easily monitor power output and track maintenance intervals

Champion Support: Includes 3-year limited warranty with FREE lifetime technical support from dedicated experts

3600 Rated Watts & 4650 Peak Watts (Gasoline); 3240 Rated Watts & 4650 Peak Watts (Propane); 4 Gallon Fuel Tank (with Fuel Gauge); Electric Push Button and Remote Start

Intuitive Control Panel Features a 5-20R 120V Duplex Outlet, an RV-Ready TT-30R 30 Amp Outlet, and an L5-30R 30 Amp Outlet

212cc Westinghouse 4-Stroke OHV Engine; Long Lasting Cast Iron Engine Sleeve; Automatic Low Oil Shutdown

Plug-and-Play Comes With a Propane Regulator Hose, Handle, Heat Resistant Plastic Wheels with Never-Flat Polyurethane Tires, Oil, Funnel, Tool Kit, and User Manual; Minimal Assembly Required.

All Westinghouse Portable Generators are Functionally Tested in the Factory and May Contain Minimum Residual Oil and/or Fuel Odor; EPA and CARB Compliant; Backed By 3-Year Limited Service, Labor, and Parts Coverage and Nationwide Customer Service Network

QuietPower Series Inverter Technology - Inverter technology produces power that’s more than 60% quieter than standard generators while delivering consistent power for essential home appliances, including sensitive electronics.

306cc Integrated Engine/Alternator - A highly-efficient integrated engine/alternator provides up to 14 hours of run time.

Protective, Noise-Reducing Shell - With an all-steel frame enclosed in a protective shell, noise is minimized and internal components are protected.

Compact, Lightweight Design - With a design that’s 45% more compact and 30% lighter than standard generators, moving and storing your generator is no hassle.

CO Guard carbon monoxide shutdown technology - Shuts down the generator when harmful levels of carbon monoxide are detected

Telescoping Handle - A suitcase-style telescoping handle makes it easy to move the generator around your garage and property.

Multiple Outlets - Power a wide variety of electronics and devices at the same time with 120V-20A outlets (4), USB outlets (2) and a 120V-240V locking outlet.

5,250 Peak Watts/ 4,250 Rated Watts

The Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke, Air Cooled, OHV Engine with Recoil Start are protected by a durable powder coated frame

A 4 Gallon Fuel Tank gives you up to 8 hours of continuous operation at half load

(2) AC 120V Outlets, (1) 30 AMP RV Outlet, (1) 120/240V TWIST LOCK Outlet, (1) 12V DC Output (Trickle Charge) provide you with ample space for powering appliances, tools, and other devices

Convenient Fold-Down Handle and Never-Flat Wheels for added mobility and easy storage

The Most Reliable Emergency Power Supply: Industry-leading safety and reliability designed with electric-vehicle-grade battery cells. Every unit undergoes 52 reliability and safety tests and is covered by a 5-year limited warranty.

Long-Lasting Capacity: 1,002Wh (278,400mAh). Offers up to 7 days of power supply to your crucial devices and home appliances on a single charge.

Powerful Output: 3 AC outlets with the pure-sine wave, supporting 1000W rated power and 2000W surge power at 110V.

Wide-Range Compatibility: 2 USB-C outputs with PD 18W, 1 USB-A with 5V/2.4A, 1 USB-A with Qualcomm Quick Charge 3.0, and 1 car outlet with 12V/10A.

Easy Recharge: Recharge from your car, AC outlet, or with the SolarPower ONE solar panel power generator.

7,750W Peak/ 6,250W Rated (Gasoline) & 7,500W Peak/6,000W Rated (LPG)

The powerful 420cc, Single Cylinder, 4-Stroke, OHV, Air Cooled Engine is protected by a Heavy-Duty Powder Coated Steel Frame

A Large 6.6 Gallon High Capacity Fuel Tank gives you up to 10.5 Hours of Continuous Operation at half load when running on gasoline

Dual Fuel Capability lets you choose between Gasoline or LPG fuel sources for running your generator

Switch & Go Technology allows for seamless transitioning between LPG and Gasoline fuel sources while still in operation

Electric Push Start with Maintenance Free Battery and Recoil backup make start-ups quick and easy

(2) 120V 20A GFCI Outlets, (1) 120V AC 30A Twist-lock Outlet, and (1) 120/240V AC 30A Twist-lock Outlet with rubber outlet dust covers for added protection when not in use

Designed with Dual Drop-Down Cushion Grip Handles & 10” Never-Flat Wheels with Chrome F-150 Inspired Rims for added mobility and easy storage

Features like the Digital Hour Meter, Low Oil Shutdown, and Automatic Voltage Regulator for less hassle and added peace of mind

CARB, EPA, CSA Certified & Includes: Quick Start Guide, User Manual, Spark Plug T Wrench, Combination Wrench, Philips Screw Driver, 600mL of 10W30 Engine Oil, Funnel, and Propane Hose

Plenty of Power – With 5,250 starting watts and 4,200 running watts, this unit can handle heavy loads from lights and a refrigerator to a home air conditioner and high amperage power tools

Dual Fuel Technology – This generator runs on gasoline or propane giving you the freedom and flexibility of fuel choice

Powerful Engine – The DuroMax 224cc OHV engine is a workhorse that provides plenty of power to handle multiple jobs from powering high voltage appliances to heavy duty power tools

Low Oil Shutoff – Protects your investment by automatically shutting the generator off when it senses that the oil is low

Fully Featured Power Panel – The power panel includes a wide selection of outlets for maximum compatibility in your applications including: (2) 120V household outlets, and (1) 120V 30A RV outlet. The panel also includes a voltmeter

DUAL FUEL: Operate your 2500-watt portable generator right out of the box on either gasoline or propane, plus at only 39 pounds, this inverter is one of the lightest 2500-watt inverters in the industry

QUIET OPERATION: With an ultra-quiet 53 dBA from 23 feet, enjoy 2500 starting watts, 1850 running watts and up to 11.5 hours run time on gasoline, and 1665 running watts and up to 34 hours on propane

PARALLEL READY: The optional, sold-separately clip-on parallel kit enables this inverter to connect with another 2500-watt Champion inverter to double your output power. GFCI Outlets : No

CLEAN POWER: Includes two covered 120V 20A household outlets with clean electricity (less than 3% THD), a 12V automotive-style outlet, plus a handy dual port USB adapter

CHAMPION SUPPORT: Includes 3-year limited warranty with FREE lifetime technical support from dedicated experts

Up to whole house protection with the 200 Amp, NEMA 3R (aluminum outdoor enclosure) smart switch

Smart, User-friendly controls; Generac evolution controller features a multilingual LCD display that allows you to Monitor Battery status and track maintenance intervals to ensure your generator is always in top operating condition

240 volts supply

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