CATEGORY : Portable Generators For House

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator VS. DuroMax XP4400E

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Winner:

DuroMax XP4400E

Reasons to buy DuroMax XP4400E:

  • button icon Has a powerful DUROMAX7 HP engine
  • button icon It provides the added power to run demanding high amperage tools and appliances
  • button icon Has surge arrest which protect your generator from power surges.
  • button icon Gas Powered Portable Generator
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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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PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

DuroMax XP4400E

  • RV Ready
  • Recoil Start
  • Dual Fuel
  • HORSEPOWER
  • CSA Certified
DESIGN:
WINNER :

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator

  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
SAFETY:
DRAW :
CONCLUSION
DRAW :
Comparison Winner
DuroMax XP4400E

Reasons why we like it:

  • RV Ready
  • Recoil Start
  • Dual Fuel
  • HORSEPOWER
  • CSA Certified
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COMPARISON – Cat RP5500 Portable Generator VS. DuroMax XP4400E

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
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

Portable

Starting Watts

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

6875 Starting Watts

Yes

4,400 watts

Running Stats

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

5500 Running Watts

Yes

3,500 watts

RV Ready

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
No

Yes

RV is ready

Gas Powered

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

It is gas powered

Yes

it runs on gas

Run Time on Full Tank

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

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

Yes

11.46 Hours

Recoil Start

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
No

Yes

Recoil start is optional

Electric Start

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

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

Yes

The generator can be electrically started

Dual Fuel

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
No

Yes

Yes, it uses dual fuel for its operations

FUEL TYPE

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

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

Yes

Gasoline

AMPERAGE

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

62.5/31.3 amps.

Yes

29.17A / 14.58A

VOLTAGE

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

120 volts

Yes

120V / 240VAC & 12VDC

FREQUENCY

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

60 Hz

Yes

60Hz

HORSEPOWER

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
No

Yes

7 HP

ENGINE TYPE

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

4 Stroke

Yes

4-Cycle Air-Cooled Spark-Ignition

ENGINE SPEED

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

3600 engine RPM

Yes

Engine Speed 3600 Rpm

CARB Compliant

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

This generator is CARB Compliant.

Yes

it is CARB complaint

CSA Certified

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
No

Yes

it is CARB complaint

EPA Certified

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

It is EPA Certified

Yes

it is EPA certified

Cold Start Technology

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
No

No

Easy to Start

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

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

Yes

Yes, the generator is easy to start since it provides two options to be started (electric /recoil)

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

7.9 Gal

Yes

3.96 Gallons

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
No

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

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

Yes

11.6 hours

Runtime (Propane)

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
No

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

Enhanced safety features like automatic low-oil shutdown.

Yes

The generator immediately shut-off after sensing that the oil is low

Air Cooled

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

This generator has an air-cooled powerful engine.

Yes

it is air cooled which prevents engine damage

Engine Capacity

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

420cc

Yes

208 cc

Voltmeter

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

It has a voltage meter

Yes

Yes it is available

Noise Level (dBA)

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

N/A

Yes

7Db, it has an auto throttle switch which deals with noise reduction

Multi-Purpose

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
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, it can be used on job sites, recreations , home light

Heavy Duty

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

Built tough with a heavy-duty frame

Yes

it is a heavy duty machine

Solar Generator

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
No

No

Framed for Durability

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

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

Yes

the generator is framed for durability

Starting method

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

Electric start

Yes

Electric switch / recoil start

DuroMax XP4400E

DESIGN:

Open Frame

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
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 XP4400E
Yes

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

Yes

Two 120V 20A GFCI Outlet and One 120/240V 30A Twist Lock

Portable

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
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

Yes, it is a portable item which easies its transportation from place to place

Weight

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

163 pounds

Yes

127LBS

Wheel type

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

never-flat rubber wheels

Yes

Solid - fill wheels

Handle style

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

A double folding handle.

Yes

Has Fold handles for easy transportation

Warranty

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

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

Yes

3 Years limited warranty

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

32.87 x 27.4 x 24.72 inches

No

Included Accessories

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

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

Yes

Owner’s manual, spark plug wrench, wheel and handle kit, oil funnel, tool set and DC charging cables

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

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

Yes

Yes, it shuts off to indicate low oil level

Low oil shutdown

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

It has an automatic low oil shutdown which protects your engine

Yes

The generator shuts down after sensing that the oil level is low which protects the engine

Noise Level

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

It is very Quiet Generator

Yes

69 dB

CONCLUSION

Pros

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
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

o It has got a powerful 7 Hp engine which is able to accept high wattage loads so easily. o Its operations are quiet since it has a heavy duty frame with four points which are fully isolated motor mounts. o You can opt to electric start it or recoil start making it easy to be used.

Cons

Cat RP5500 Portable Generator
DuroMax XP4400E
Yes

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

Yes

o It is bulky in terms of transportation o It produces a dangerous chemical (carbon dioxide) which is harmful to people’s lives. o It is noisy during operations hence causing noise pollution in the environment.

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