CATEGORY : Portable Generators For House

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI VS. Briggs and Stratton 30743

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Generac 7162 XT8000EFI

Reasons to buy Generac 7162 XT8000EFI:

  • button icon Features a power bar LED wattage display
  • button icon Large 8 gallon tank with fuel gauge
  • button icon 10 inch heavy duty never flat wheels
  • button icon Built with an idle control
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Briggs and Stratton 30743

Reasons to buy Briggs and Stratton 30743 :

  • button icon Comes with a CO guard Carbon Monoxide shut down
  • button icon Starts on 4375 watts and runs on 3500 watts
  • button icon Metallic 4 gallon fuel tank capacity
  • button icon Delivers up to 8 hours of running time on a 50% load
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PERFORMANCE:
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DESIGN:
WINNER :

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI

  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
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CONCLUSION
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Comparison Winner
Generac 7162 XT8000EFI

Reasons why we like it:

  • HORSEPOWER
  • EPA Certified
  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
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COMPARISON – Generac 7162 XT8000EFI VS. Briggs and Stratton 30743

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Portable generator to shift from one place to another during emergency power needs

Yes

Can easily be transported to any location. One person can move the generator

Starting Watts

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Begins with 10000 starting watts

Yes

4375 Watts of starting watts

Running Stats

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

8000 running watts

Yes

3,500 Watts of running stats

RV Ready

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

RV ready using the control guard – protects the generator control panel from environmental issues outdoors

Yes

Portable design and size that can easily be moved – RV ready

Gas Powered

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Operates only on gas

Yes

Operational with gas

Run Time on Full Tank

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Runs for 9.5 hours at a 50% gasoline load. Uses about 0.84 GPH of full tank fuel consumption

Yes

Up to 8 hours on full hour run time

Recoil Start

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Recoil start

Yes

Recoil starts – easy to start generator

Electric Start

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Electric start

Yes

N/A

Dual Fuel

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
No

No

FUEL TYPE

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Gasoline fuel type

Yes

Uses gasoline to run generator

AMPERAGE

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

33.3 amperage

Yes

29.0 Amperage

VOLTAGE

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

120/240 Voltage

Yes

120VAC

FREQUENCY

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

60 Hz

Yes

N/A

HORSEPOWER

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

N/A

No

ENGINE TYPE

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

OHV 459 cc engine inbuilt with a splash lubrication

Yes

Power Built OHV Engine type

ENGINE SPEED

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

N/A

Yes

N/A

CARB Compliant

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Compliant with CARB

Yes

N/A

CSA Certified

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
No

Yes

Meets the standards of CSA – CSA certified

EPA Certified

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Certified by EPA

No

Cold Start Technology

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
No

Yes

N/A

Easy to Start

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Easy to start using electric start. Simply click the ON/OFF option to effortlessly start or power off the generator

Yes

Simple pull to start the engine in the usual traditional method

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

A big 8 gallon steel fuel tank capacity – has a fuel gauge for longer run time and durability

Yes

Takes in up to 4 gallons of gasoline. Will take 8 hours without refill on 50% load

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
No

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Will spend 9.5 hours running after a 1/2 gasoline load

Yes

Spends a total of 8 hours at 1/2 of gasoline running

Runtime (Propane)

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
No

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Low oil shut off system with an hour meter to track its maintenance levels

Yes

Built to instantly shut off when low oil is detected in tank

Air Cooled

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

OHV 4 stroke engine can be air cooled

Yes

N/A

Engine Capacity

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

OHV 459 cc engine capacity

Yes

208cc engine capacity – can run for 8 hours on 1/2 load

Voltmeter

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
No

No

Noise Level (dBA)

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

N/A

Yes

N/A

Multi-Purpose

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

It is multipurpose – built for camping, job sites, fishing, tailgating and provide emergency power backup in homes

Yes

It is multi-purpose – can be used during camping trips and at home during power black-outs

Heavy Duty

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Heavy duty – lightning, handles small tools and appliances to keep you connected

Yes

Can handle heavy duty. Able to power a 15,000 BTU RV air conditioner and recreational vehicle

Solar Generator

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
No

No

Framed for Durability

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Framed for durability – bonded with a strong steel material to guard it against damages

Yes

Yes, its constructed with a frame

Starting method

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Features both the electric start system and conventional pull starting methods

Yes

Recoil start

DESIGN:

Open Frame

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Open frame generator – simple to lift and for rugged environments

Yes

30745 generator has an open frame

Outlets

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Outlets include (2) GFCI Duplex outlets and (1) 30 A twist lock 120/240V plug

Yes

(1) 5-20 R 120 VAC Duplex and TT-30R 120VAC RV (1) Outlet

Portable

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Portable to transport to another place using wheels and handles

Yes

Features wheels and drop down handles – makes generator portable

Weight

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

244 pounds

Yes

N/A

Wheel type

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Features a 10 inch heavy duty wheels that never go flat for effortless movement

Yes

Has solid wheel type – easily maneuvers across surfaces

Handle style

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Fold down locking handles – comes with a comfortable grip and compact storage

Yes

Drop down handle style – has rubbers at the top for a comfortable grip

Warranty

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Warranty lasts for 2 years from purchase

Yes

Up to 2 years of limited warranty

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

33.4 x 22.8 x 24.8 inches

No

Included Accessories

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Additional accessories include - Oil, tool kit, funnel and battery charger

Yes

Owner manual guide and an engine oil bottle

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Low oil indicator to safeguard the engine from damage

Yes

It will switch off to indicate low oil in the fuel tank

Low oil shutdown

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Automatically protects engine by shutting down on low oil

Yes

Automatically shuts down on low oil - CO Guard Carbon Monoxide Shutdown

Noise Level

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

N/A

Yes

N/A

CONCLUSION

Pros

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

- Has an automotive technology and load pickup response unit that provide a stable and smooth power - Features an electronic fuel injection system that makes it reliable and minimizes fuel consumption - Reliable 10,000 watts and 8000 running watts - Digital data center gives information on lifetime running hours and other maintenance information - Idle control to conserve the fuel n engine - Contains fold down locking handles that give compact storage - 8 gallon steel fuel tank capacity with a fuel gauge - Generac OHV 459 cc engine with a splash lubrication for reliable and long engine life - Low oil indicator and shutdown - Engine can be air cooled to prevent overheating after longtime running - Constructed with (2) GFCI Duplex outlets and (1) 30 A twist lock 120/240V plug - 10 inch heavy duty never flat wheels with hassle free movement on grounds - Up to 2 year warranty period - Flexible with both the electric and the recoil starting methods - Included accessories are Oil, tool kit, funnel and battery charger - It is both CARB compliant and EPA certified for usage

Yes

- Made out of quality aluminum material – easy to maintain - Has been certified by CSA for safety - A strong engine with a 208cc engine capacity - Built with an automatic low oil shut down through the CO Guard Carbon Monoxide Shutdown - Powerful generator voltage of up to 120 VAC - It comes with a starting watts of 4375 and a running wattage of 3,500 watts - Uses the recoil start system common in most traditional generators - A 4 gallons fuel tank capacity that is able to run for up to 8 hours on a 50% load - Attached with an engine oil bottle and a owner’s manual as additional accessories - Generator is constructed with a circuit breaker to protect engine from harm - (1) 5-20 R 120 VAC Duplex and TT-30R 120VAC RV (1) Outlet - Portable and easy to transport through the solid wheels - Bought with a 2 years limited warranty for repair - Features a dual cleaner air cleaner type - Has been framed for durability - Multi-purpose generator can be used in camps, homes and sites - Compact build with 25 inches x 22 inches x 23 inches dimensions - Comfortable grip handle type

Cons

Generac 7162 XT8000EFI
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

- This generator doesn’t have a remote control system - Runs only on a single fuel type - Heavy to transport up the stairs and onto a car - The Cold start technology is not included

Yes

- Doesn’t have a dual fuel capacity – only uses gasoline - Will not recharge using direct sunlight - Cannot be electric started – recoil starts only - Heavy to lift to the stairs or onto a car - Generator not built with a run time hour meter - Gasoline is inflammable – be careful during use

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