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Generac GP6500E VS. Briggs and Stratton 30713

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Winner:

Generac GP6500E

Reasons to buy Generac GP6500E:

  • button icon Comes with a low oil shutdown protection
  • button icon Circuit breaker protected outlets with covers
  • button icon Large steel fuel tank capacity of 7.2 gallons
  • button icon Generac 389cc OHV engine with a splash lubrication
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Runners Up:

Briggs and Stratton 30713

Reasons to buy Briggs and Stratton 30713 :

  • button icon Portable Generator with Wheels
  • button icon 12 HOURS OF RUNTIME
  • button icon EASY TO USE CONTROL PANEL
  • button icon Has a power surge alternator
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PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

Generac GP6500E

  • RV Ready
  • Recoil Start
  • ENGINE TYPE
  • CSA Certified
  • EPA Certified
  • Starting method
DESIGN:
WINNER :

Generac GP6500E

  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
SAFETY:
DRAW :
CONCLUSION
DRAW :
Comparison Winner
Generac GP6500E

Reasons why we like it:

  • RV Ready
  • Recoil Start
  • ENGINE TYPE
  • CSA Certified
  • EPA Certified
  • Starting method
  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
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COMPARISON – Generac GP6500E VS. Briggs and Stratton 30713

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Yes, this generator can easily be transferred to a different location

Yes

Portable Generator with Wheels. 10-INCH WHEELS FOR PORTABILITY

Starting Watts

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

6500 starting watts

Yes

5000 watts

Running Stats

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

5500 running watts

Yes

Runs of 6250 watts – very powerful wattage

RV Ready

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

RV ready through its circuit breaker outlets with covers for extra protection

No

Gas Powered

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Powered through gas

Yes

Works using gasoline

Run Time on Full Tank

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Runs for 10 hours nonstop on a 50% gas full tank

Yes

Long run time of 12 hours on 1/2 load

Recoil Start

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Uses the recoil starting method

No

Electric Start

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
No

Yes

Electric start - Easy to operate control panel

Dual Fuel

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
No

No

FUEL TYPE

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Gas fuel type

Yes

Gasoline

AMPERAGE

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

30 Amps cord

Yes

N/A

VOLTAGE

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

N/A

Yes

120 Voltage

FREQUENCY

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

N/A

Yes

N/A

HORSEPOWER

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

N/A

Yes

N/A

ENGINE TYPE

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

389 cc OHV engine type – features a flash lubrication to deliver extended engine life

No

ENGINE SPEED

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

N/A

Yes

389 cc engine type – heavy duty

CARB Compliant

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

It is CARB Compliant

Yes

N/A

CSA Certified

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Certified by the CSA

No

EPA Certified

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Meets all the EPA standards for certification

No

Cold Start Technology

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
No

Yes

N/A

Easy to Start

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Easy to start through the recoil method – simply use the old method of pulling the coil and engine will run in a few seconds

Yes

Press on the button to start. Easy to use control panel with quick guides

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

7.2 gallon fuel tank capacity

Yes

5 gallon fuel tank. Delivers 12 hours of uninterrupted runtime

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
No

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Runs for 10 hours on a 1/2 fuel load

Yes

Takes 12 hours running after a 1/2 load. Keeps you connected during long power shortages

Runtime (Propane)

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
No

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Features a low oil shut off to protect from engine damage

Yes

Created with low oil shut off function. Prevents accidents when oil is at minimum

Air Cooled

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Engine automatically air cools to avoid over heating

Yes

Yes – generator uses the Overhead Valve (OHV) to get air cooled

Engine Capacity

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

389 cc engine capacity

Yes

389 cc engine capacity

Voltmeter

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
No

No

Noise Level (dBA)

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
No

Yes

Noise Level

Multi-Purpose

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Multi-purpose generator – built for use in camps, tailgating, power tool use and provision of emergency backup power for homes

Yes

Can be used for multi-purpose – RV ready, camping, sites and homes

Heavy Duty

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Heavy duty generator – gives emergency power for lightening, charging appliances, powers up small appliances and tools

Yes

Power surge alternator – generator can power up both small and large electric appliances during power outages

Solar Generator

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
No

No

Framed for Durability

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Framed using a hardened 1 ¼ inches steel tube for durability

Yes

Is framed for durability

Starting method

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Recoil starting method

No

Generac GP6500E

DESIGN:

Open Frame

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Generator features an open frame design

Yes

Has an open frame

Outlets

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Has 5 outlets; 120V 20A,240V 30A outlet type and L14-30R twist lock

Yes

(4) 120V household outlets and (1) 120/240V, 30A locking outlet – ideal for portable power usage

Portable

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Portable using its inbuilt reliable wheels and comfort grip handles

Yes

Generator can be moved to any place.

Weight

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

180 pounds

Yes

187 pounds

Wheel type

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Built with heavy duty never flat wheels. Eases portability across different grounds

Yes

Never go flat wheels – 10 inches makes to easy to climb multiple surfaces

Handle style

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Uses a fold down locking handle. Has a comfort grip and locks down to save storage

Yes

Fold up handle style – ideal for storage especially in places with little space

Warranty

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Attached with a 2 year limited warranty

Yes

N/A

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

28.75 x 26.75 x 25 inches

No

Included Accessories

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Attached with a starting engine oil and owner’s user manual

Yes

Comes with engine oil, operators manual and a quick start up and shutdown guide

Generac GP6500E

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Indicates to alert once oil is at minimum in fuel tank

Yes

Has an hour meter – shows the amount of time remaining for automatic shut down for low oil

Low oil shutdown

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Able to detect low oil remainder and then shuts down automatically

Yes

Yes, generator will go off once low has reached minimum in fuel tank

Noise Level

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Low tone muffler – runs this generator on a low noise level for quiet running

Yes

N/A

CONCLUSION

Pros

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

- Built with an hour meter that tracks the maintenance intervals - Heavy duty never flat wheels that easily moves on multiple surfaces during movement - Features an Generac OHV engine type containing a splash lubrication that gives long engine life - Generator is environmentally friendly through the EPA certification - Contains a 7.2 gallons steel fuel tank capacity combined with a fuel gauge for additional durability and longer run time - Makes use of fold down handles that can be locked for a strong portability and solid storage - Automatically shuts down when fuel is low to safeguard the engine from destruction - Constructed with a strong steel frame that is hardened using a 1 1/4 inch steel tube cradle for duration - Attached with a 20 feet heavy duty cord with a L14-30R twist-lock plug and 120V 20A,240V 30A outlet type - Engine can be air cooled - Included accessories attached are the starting engine oil and owner’s user manual - Starts with 6875 watts and runs at 5500 watts - Comes with an automatic voltage regulation system - 2 year limited warranty - Contains a 30 Amperage cord

Yes

- Outlets built with rubber covers that guards against elements - 10 inch never go flat solid wheels that can easily climb over any surface - A long runtime of 12 hours to keep you powered during power shortages - Features a power surge alternator that created a short surge power required to start large and small appliances and tools - A fold up handle with rubber details to prevent slipping off hands - High quality metallic fuel tank with a 5 gallon capacity - Portable generator that can be transported to any place without difficulty - Comes with engine oil, manual and easy start and stop guide - Built with a multi featured control panel that has a circuit breaker protection - Its overhead Valve (OHV) technology helps the generator to run cooler and longer - Heavy duty 389 cc engine type that is reliable and long lasting - Generator has been framed for durability - High start of 6250 watts and operation of 5000 watts - Suitable for portable power needs with its 4 120V household outlets and 1 120/240V, 30A locking outlet - Built for multi-purpose because it is RV ready, camping and homes - Contains a low oil shut down to save engine from damage - Great design that easily blends with décor - Built with an open frame design

Cons

Generac GP6500E
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

- Uses only a single fuel type making it less flexible - It is not CARB and CSA certified for safety - Not constructed with the simple electric starting method - A cold start technology is not included

Yes

- Not created for solar usage – no direct sun charge - Uses only one type of fuel – might be costly - Does not recoil to start running - Might be hard to carry in places wheels cannot maneuver over - Uses gasoline which is inflammable

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