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Cat RP5500 Portable Generator VS. DuroMax XP12000EH

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Winner:

DuroMax XP12000EH

Reasons to buy DuroMax XP12000EH:

  • button icon Ideal for House, Camping, Parties and Rv
  • button icon Unique MX2 switch, which doubles your 120-volt amperage for heavy loads.
  • button icon Can run on Propane or Gasoline.
  • button icon It has got a powerful Duromax engine.
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Cat RP5500 Portable Generator

Reasons to buy Cat RP5500 Portable Generator :

  • button icon Automatic Low Oil Shut Down and AVR
  • button icon Convenient, Easy-To-Use LED Lit Control Panel
  • button icon Fuel-Efficient 300cc OHV Engine With Cast-Iron Sleeve
  • button icon Runs for 15 Hrs. On One Tank @ 50% Load
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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

DuroMax XP12000EH

  • RV Ready
  • Recoil Start
  • Dual Fuel
  • HORSEPOWER
  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Runtime (Propane)
DESIGN:
WINNER :

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator

  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
SAFETY:
DRAW :
CONCLUSION
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Comparison Winner
DuroMax XP12000EH

Reasons why we like it:

  • RV Ready
  • Recoil Start
  • Dual Fuel
  • HORSEPOWER
  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Runtime (Propane)
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COMPARISON – Cat RP5500 Portable Generator VS. DuroMax XP12000EH

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

Power up your home, worksite, or outdoor events with the Cat RP5500 This portable generator is a workhorse with the comforts and quality you expect from a Cat product.

Yes

Yes it is a portable generator

Starting Watts

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

6875 Starting Watts

Yes

12,000 Watts

Running Stats

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

5500 Running Watts

Yes

9,500 Watts

RV Ready

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
No

Yes

With its fordable handles, wheels and various outlets - this model is RV ready

Gas Powered

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

It is gas powered

Yes

Gas powered

Run Time on Full Tank

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

It gives a runtime of 11-hours at 50% load with a full gas tank.

Yes

8.83 hours(gasoline) and 7.2hours(propane)

Recoil Start

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
No

Yes

You can manually start or pull start the engine using a rope start.

Electric Start

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

The starting method of the Cat RP7500E Gas Powered Portable Generator is Electric Start.

Yes

Features a user-friendly keyed electric start

Dual Fuel

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
No

Yes

Uses Propane & Gasoline

FUEL TYPE

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

The Cat RP6500’s engine, 420 cc OHV 4-stroke, fueled by gasoline, can deliver 120/240V.

Yes

GASOLINE / PROPANE

AMPERAGE

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

62.5/31.3 amps.

Yes

39.6A/79.2A

VOLTAGE

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

120 volts

Yes

120V / 240VAC & 12VDC

FREQUENCY

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

60 Hz

Yes

60Hz

HORSEPOWER

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
No

Yes

18HP

ENGINE TYPE

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

4 Stroke

Yes

4-CYCLE AIR-COOLED SPARK-IGNITION

ENGINE SPEED

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

3600 engine RPM

Yes

3600RPM

CARB Compliant

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

This generator is CARB Compliant.

Yes

Yes, it’s CARB Compliant

CSA Certified

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
No

No

EPA Certified

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

It is EPA Certified

Yes

Yes It is EPA certified

Cold Start Technology

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
No

No

Easy to Start

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

This generator is easy to start thanks to its manual and Lion electric start.

Yes

It’s easy to start. Electric Start - no manual work required

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

7.9 Gal

Yes

8.3 Gallons

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
No

Yes

40 GALLONS

Runtime (Gasoline)

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

It gives a runtime of 15-hours at 50% load with a full gas tank.

Yes

8.83 HOURS

Runtime (Propane)

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
No

Yes

7.2 HOURS

Low Oil Shut-Off

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

Enhanced safety features like automatic low-oil shutdown.

Yes

Yes it has a low oil shut-off – Which Protects your generator by automatically shutting it off when it senses that the oil is low.

Air Cooled

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

This generator has an air-cooled powerful engine.

Yes

Yes it can be cooled by air

Engine Capacity

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

420cc

Yes

457 cc

Voltmeter

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

It has a voltage meter

Yes

It is 12000eh voltmeter

Noise Level (dBA)

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

N/A

Yes

It’s at 74Db at 1/4 load - With an oversized noise reducing muffler with a built-in spark arrestor which enables smooth and quiet operation.

Multi-Purpose

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

This compact, affordable Cat Generator will generate 5500 running and 6875 starting which is enough power to keep the critical items you need running. Everything you need to get started (assembly tools & engine oil) is included with your new Cat RP 5500 gas powered portable generator. Just add you own gas and you are ready to go.

Yes

Yes its multi-purpose. For house , parties , RV, camping

Heavy Duty

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

Built tough with a heavy-duty frame

Yes

It performs heavy duties – Can be used as back-up for house, can also be used on parties.

Solar Generator

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
No

No

Framed for Durability

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

This generator is made with a sturdy steel body. it comes with a heavy-duty all-steel construction

Yes

Yes its framed

Starting method

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

Electric start

Yes

ELECTRIC / RECOIL

DuroMax XP12000EH

DESIGN:

Open Frame

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

The Cat RP5500 is a portable open frame generator with a rated wattage of 5500 W and a starting wattage of 6875 W.

Yes

Yes it has got an open frame

Outlets

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

6 Outlets, Including 120v and 240v 30a Twist-Lock Receptacles

Yes

(Two) - 120V 20A GFCI Outlet, (One) - 120V 30A Twist Lock, (One) - 120/240V 30A Twist Lock, (One) - 120/240V 50A Heavy Duty Outlet.

Portable

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

This powerful, but still very portable generator is good for any light industrial use whatever the location and when you need a lot of power in a small footprint. Provides many hours of service, even when powering multiple items, including: Table Saws. Hammer Drills. Air Compressors.

Yes

You can transport it anywhere

Weight

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

163 pounds

Yes

260LBS

Wheel type

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

never-flat rubber wheels

Yes

It has solid fill-wheels

Handle style

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

A double folding handle.

Yes

Fold-able handles – make it easy to transport

Warranty

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

This Cat portable generator comes with a 36 month limited warranty when registered within 30 days of purchase.

Yes

3 years

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

32.87 x 27.4 x 24.72 inches

No

Included Accessories

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

oil, funnel, tool kit, battery, and wheel kit

Yes

Oil Funnel, Spark Plug Wrench, Tool Set, Wheel & Handle Kit, DC Charging Cables and Owner's Manual

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

It has a low oil indicator that will let you know when the generator is running out of oil.

Yes

The generator shuts down indicating low oil level

Low oil shutdown

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

It has an automatic low oil shutdown which protects your engine

Yes

Yes the generator shuts down in case the oil level is low

Noise Level

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

It is very Quiet Generator

Yes

74dB

CONCLUSION

Pros

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

• Not too expensive • LED illuminated control panel • Several accessories included • GFCI outlets • Electric start • High run time • Solid steel and durable • Easy to move design • Automatic low oil shutdown

Yes

• Affordable and versatile than a standby generator while still holding enough power for running household appliances. • Great for keeping the essential electronics running at home and • Suitable as a work site generator. • The installation process of the generator is easier and also more affordable. • Portable. • Its covered by a 3 –year factory warranty. • Its engine is powerful.

Cons

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP12000EH
Yes

• No remote start • Not a solar generator • Not flexible enough when it comes changing fuel

Yes

• The engine produces a dangerous chemical which causes cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. • Incase Gasoline is ignited, a person maybe burnt or injured since Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. • Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas that can build up to dangerous levels in closed areas hence breathing it can cause unconsciousness or death. • Improper connection to a building can allow electrical current to back feed into utility lines creating an electrocution hazard. • The generator is potential source of electrical shock if not kept dry. • The generator makes a lot of noise hence ending up polluting the environment.

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