CATEGORY : Portable Generators For House

Generac GP17500E VS. Firman H03652

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Winner:

Firman H03652

Reasons to buy Firman H03652:

  • button icon Long run time of 14 hours
  • button icon Dual fuel generator
  • button icon Features a low oil shut off and indicator
  • button icon Has a multi featured control panel
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Runners Up:

Generac GP17500E

Reasons to buy Generac GP17500E :

  • button icon Inbuilt with an automatic idle control system
  • button icon Uses a powerful Generac's OHVI engine
  • button icon Starts 26250 watts at and runs at 17500 watts
  • button icon Very large 16 gallon fuel tank capacity
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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

Firman H03652

  • Recoil Start
  • Dual Fuel
  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Runtime (Propane)
  • Voltmeter
DESIGN:
WINNER :

Generac GP17500E

  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
SAFETY:
DRAW :
CONCLUSION
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Comparison Winner
Firman H03652

Reasons why we like it:

  • Recoil Start
  • Dual Fuel
  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Runtime (Propane)
  • Voltmeter
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COMPARISON – Generac GP17500E VS. Firman H03652

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
Yes

Yes, effortless to move from one place to another for emergency power supply

Yes

It is a portable generator to transport around

Starting Watts

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
Yes

Starts with 26250 watts

Yes

4550 starting watts for gas and 4100 starting watts for propane

Running Stats

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
Yes

17500 running watts

Yes

3650 running watts for gas and 3300 running watts for propane

RV Ready

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
Yes

RV ready through its multiple outlets and automatic idle control system

Yes

RV ready with its multi feature control panel and covered outlets

Gas Powered

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
Yes

Gas powered

Yes

Gas powered

Run Time on Full Tank

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
Yes

Takes up to 10 hours after a 1/2 fuel load

Yes

Runs for 14 hours

Recoil Start

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
No

Yes

Can be recoil started

Electric Start

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
Yes

Electric start with an included battery

Yes

Features a user friendly electric start

Dual Fuel

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
No

Yes

Gasoline or propane fuel – provides flexibility

FUEL TYPE

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
Yes

Uses only the gasoline type of fuel

Yes

Gas and propane – with an extended 5 foot propane hose

AMPERAGE

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
Yes

73 Amps

Yes

N/A

VOLTAGE

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
Yes

120/240 Volts - single phase

Yes

120 Voltage

FREQUENCY

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
Yes

60 Hz

Yes

60 Hz

HORSEPOWER

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
Yes

N/A

Yes

N/A

ENGINE TYPE

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
Yes

992 CC Generac engine type

Yes

208 cc dual fuel engine

ENGINE SPEED

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
Yes

Has a engine speed of 3600 RPM

Yes

N/A

CARB Compliant

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
Yes

Non CARB complaint

Yes

This portable generator is CARB compliant.

CSA Certified

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
No

No

EPA Certified

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
Yes

N/A

No

Cold Start Technology

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
No

No

Easy to Start

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
Yes

Hassle free starting method – electric start using the on/off switch that is placed on the engine without any complicated steps

Yes

No need of using a lot of effort to start generator

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
Yes

A large 16 gallon fuel tank capacity – delivers fuel for extended running

Yes

Contains 5 gallon tank capacity combined with fuel gauge

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
No

Yes

About 20 lb propane cylinder capacity

Runtime (Gasoline)

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
Yes

Spends 10 hours running on a 1/2 gasoline load

Yes

Spends 14 hours on a 1/2 gasoline load

Runtime (Propane)

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
No

Yes

Takes up to 11 hours on a 1/2 load

Low Oil Shut-Off

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
Yes

Features a low oil level shutdown that is activated automatically

Yes

Has a low oil shut off – saves engine from damage

Air Cooled

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
Yes

Engine air cools to stop heating up after long run time

Yes

Engine runs air cool to prevent overheating

Engine Capacity

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
Yes

992 CC engine capacity

Yes

Max Pro Series 208cc Firman engine

Voltmeter

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
No

Yes

N/A

Noise Level (dBA)

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
Yes

N/A

Yes

67 dBA noise level

Multi-Purpose

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
Yes

Multi-purpose generator that can be used both indoors and outdoors to deliver emergency power.

Yes

It’s a multipurpose engine – can be used at camps, homes, job sites and to provide emergency power

Heavy Duty

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
Yes

Heavy duty - delivers enough energy to power up a 5 ton air conditioner and other appliances

Yes

Built for heavy duty – lights up the place and powers up multiple appliances

Solar Generator

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
No

No

Framed for Durability

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
Yes

Framed for durability – features a 1 1/4 inch steel tube cradle that provides strength and is long lasting

Yes

Tubular roll cage frame design – makes generator durable for a long time

Starting method

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
Yes

Electric starting method with battery

Yes

Both electrical and recoil starting methods

Firman H03652

DESIGN:

Open Frame

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
Yes

Constructed with an open frame style

Yes

Open frame design

Outlets

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
Yes

Outlets include - 120/240V 30-Amp (L14-30R) and 50-Amp (14-50R) plus receptacles

Yes

(2) 5-20 R 20 A-120 V, (1) TT-30 R 30 A-120 V and (1) L5-30 R 30 A-120 V twist lock

Portable

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
Yes

Portable to transport using the wheels and lifting eye handle

Yes

Wheels and handle make it very portable

Weight

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
Yes

390 pounds

Yes

127.7 pounds

Wheel type

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
Yes

Moves using a 12 inch pneumatic wheel type. Can climb raised surfaces

Yes

This generator has a 8 inch heavy duty wheel

Handle style

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
Yes

An integrated lifting eye handle – attached to the frame for easy lifting and movement

Yes

Built with as U-shaped padded handle - provides an ergonomic grip

Warranty

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
Yes

1 year warranty for commercial engine and 2 years for consumer engine

Yes

3 years warranty on commercial use and 90 day warranty for residential use

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
Yes

48.5 x 31 x 39.5 inches

No

Included Accessories

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
Yes

Power cords, cold weather kits, covers and amp tents, inlet boxes and wheel kits

Yes

Comes with engine oil, 5.5 ft LPG regulator hose , funnel and assembly tool kit

Generac GP17500E

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
Yes

Built with a low oil alert system. Alerts you when oil is reaching minimum in the 16 gallon fuel tank capacity

Yes

Uses a 4 in one minder indicate low oil

Low oil shutdown

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
Yes

Shuts down on its own to prevent engine damage on low oil

Yes

Will shut down automatically when battery is low

Noise Level

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
Yes

Has an automatic idle control – minimizes noise level while running

Yes

Features a whisper series muffler with 67 dBA – makes generator run quiet

CONCLUSION

Pros

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
Yes

- Has a powerful engine speed of 3600 RPM - Features a panel mounted hour meter that makes it simple to keep tract of run time and maintenance intervals - Multipurpose generator that is built for job sites, camps among others and home backup power supply - Uses a large 16 gallon fuel tank capacity with an inbuilt fuel gauge - Electric starting method with a simple button push and 12 VDC 36665-CCA battery included - It is a portable generator with a 12 inch pneumatic wheels and integrated lifting eye handle for transportation - Has a full pressure lubrication ability with an automatic low oil shutdown to prevent engine damage - It is RV ready through multiple outlets and automatic idle control system - Heavy duty enough to power up a 5 ton air conditioner and other appliances - Framed for durability using a 1 1/4 inch steel tube cradle

Yes

- Comes with a 4550 starting watts for gas and 4100 starting watts for propane - Contains a 5 gallon tank combined with a fuel gauge - 3650 running watts for gas and 3300 running watts for propane - Can provide clean fuel and efficient power - The multi feature control panel and covered outlets makes it always RV ready - Built with (2) 5-20 R 20 A-120 V, (1) TT-30 R 30 A-120 V and (1) L5-30 R 30 A-120 V twist lock - Heavy duty engine that can sort all you lighting needs and power different appliances - Uses a dual fuel system of both gas and propane - Features a tubular roll cage frame design for durability - Up to 3 years warranty on commercial use and 90 day warranty for residential use - Shuts down automatically once batter is low - Built with small dimensions to assist during storage - Includes engine oil, funnel and assembly tool kit and 5.5 ft LPG regulator hose - Easy to start without using much effort - Is EPA, CARB and cETL certified to be used in many countries - Portable and can easily be transported both indoors and outdoors - It has a volt lock automatic voltage regulator

Cons

Generac GP17500E
Firman H03652
Yes

- Not built with a voltmeter - It is Non CARB complaint - This engine doesn’t have dual fuel ability - Cannot be solar charged - Uses only one type of fuel source which is gasoline - Cold start technology is not included - Very heavy to lift in areas where wheels cannot maneuver on like stairs

Yes

- Not constructed with a cold start technology - Cannot use solar as fuel - The propane tank is not included

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