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Generac GP3250 VS. Briggs and Stratton 30743

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Winner:

Generac GP3250

Reasons to buy Generac GP3250:

  • button icon Up to 9.7 hours of runtime after a 50% fuel load
  • button icon A low oil level shut down
  • button icon 8 inch heavy duty never flat wheels
  • button icon Generac 208 cc OHV engine capacity with splash lubrication
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Runners Up:

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:
DRAW :
DESIGN:
WINNER :

Generac GP3250

  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
SAFETY:
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CONCLUSION
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Comparison Winner
Generac GP3250

Reasons why we like it:

  • HORSEPOWER
  • EPA Certified
  • Voltmeter
  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
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COMPARISON – Generac GP3250 VS. Briggs and Stratton 30743

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Yes, this generator is portable to transport to a different place

Yes

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

Starting Watts

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

3750 watts

Yes

4375 Watts of starting watts

Running Stats

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

3250 watts at running

Yes

3,500 Watts of running stats

RV Ready

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

RV ready with its spark arrestor function and circuit breaker protected

Yes

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

Gas Powered

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Gas powered

Yes

Operational with gas

Run Time on Full Tank

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Runs for 9.7 hours after a 50% load. Generator uses a fuel consumption ability of about 0.36 GPH

Yes

Up to 8 hours on full hour run time

Recoil Start

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Recoil start

Yes

Recoil starts – easy to start generator

Electric Start

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
No

Yes

N/A

Dual Fuel

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
No

No

FUEL TYPE

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Runs using gasoline fuel type

Yes

Uses gasoline to run generator

AMPERAGE

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

30 Amperage

Yes

29.0 Amperage

VOLTAGE

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

120/240 volts

Yes

120VAC

FREQUENCY

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

60 HZ

Yes

N/A

HORSEPOWER

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

N/A

No

ENGINE TYPE

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

208 cc OHV engine type

Yes

Power Built OHV Engine type

ENGINE SPEED

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

N/A

Yes

N/A

CARB Compliant

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
No

Yes

N/A

CSA Certified

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Meets the CSA certification

Yes

Meets the standards of CSA – CSA certified

EPA Certified

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

EPA certified

No

Cold Start Technology

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
No

Yes

N/A

Easy to Start

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Simple starting process without long procedures. Just pull start to begin using the traditional pull start mechanism

Yes

Simple pull to start the engine in the usual traditional method

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Has a 3.5 gallon steel fuel tank capacity that has been incorporated with a fuel gauge

Yes

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

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
No

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Spends 9.7 hours running at a 1/2 gasoline load

Yes

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

Runtime (Propane)

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
No

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Low oil shut off that is activated automatically

Yes

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

Air Cooled

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Engine is air cooled – protects generator safe from over heading after long use

Yes

N/A

Engine Capacity

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

208 cc OHV engine capacity with splash lubrication

Yes

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

Voltmeter

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

N/A

No

Noise Level (dBA)

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

N/A

Yes

N/A

Multi-Purpose

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Multipurpose generator built for job sites, home use, tailgating, camping and any other outdoor activities

Yes

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

Heavy Duty

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Heavy duty generator – able to light up places, power up small tools and appliances indoors and outdoors

Yes

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

Solar Generator

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
No

No

Framed for Durability

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Framed for durability with hardened steel cradle – keeps it from damage in rough environments

Yes

Yes, its constructed with a frame

Starting method

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Starts using the conventional pull start method of recoiling

Yes

Recoil start

DESIGN:

Open Frame

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Open frame design that offers stability and support to the generator

Yes

30745 generator has an open frame

Outlets

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

3 AC outlets - 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) and 1x 120/240V 20A (L14-20R) with circuit breaker protected outlets for protection

Yes

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

Portable

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

It is portable – uses the 8 inch wheels and folding handle style to enhance portability

Yes

Features wheels and drop down handles – makes generator portable

Weight

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

115 pounds only

Yes

N/A

Wheel type

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

8 inch heavy-duty, never flat wheel type – it makes portability very reliable

Yes

Has solid wheel type – easily maneuvers across surfaces

Handle style

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Folding handle style – makes storage minimal and movement effortless

Yes

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

Warranty

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

2 year period of warranty

Yes

Up to 2 years of limited warranty

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

23 x 22.5 x 21 inches

No

Included Accessories

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Owner’s manual and basic documentation

Yes

Owner manual guide and an engine oil bottle

Generac GP3250

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Indicates by shutting down engine when the oil is low in the fuel tank

Yes

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

Low oil shutdown

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Automatically switches off when the oil is minimum

Yes

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

Noise Level

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

N/A

Yes

N/A

CONCLUSION

Pros

Generac GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

- Easy to start through the traditional pull start mechanism or recoil system - 8 inch heavy duty never flat wheels and a folding handle to ease portability - Works with 3750 watts starting and running watts of 3250 watts - Comes with a warranty period of only 2 years - Features a low oil level indicator and shutdown to protect the engine from damage automatically - This generator runs for about 9.7 hours after a 1/2 gasoline load - Comprised of a 3.5 gallon fuel steel tank that is built with a fuel gauge for extended runtime and durability - Designed for multipurpose uses such as home use, job sites, camping, tailgating and any other outdoor events - Features a 208 cc OHV engine engine with a splash lubrication system and can be air cooled to prevent over heating - Outlets include - 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) and 1x 120/240V 20A (L14-20R) with circuit breaker protected outlets for protection - Framed for durability using a hardened steel tube cradle - It is a heavy duty generator that is able to light up places, power up small tools and appliances indoors and outdoors - Generator is both EPA and CSA certified

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 GP3250
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

- Doesn’t function using an electric start - Created without dual fuel capability - Non CARB complaint - Uses gasoline which is highly inflammable

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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