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Generac XC8000E VS. Briggs and Stratton 30469

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Generac XC8000E

Reasons to buy Generac XC8000E:

  • button icon Contains a built in fuel gauge
  • button icon Portable generator
  • button icon Oversized glove ready touch points
  • button icon X frame heavy duty 12 gauge steel tube
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Briggs and Stratton 30469

Reasons to buy Briggs and Stratton 30469 :

  • button icon 10 inch wheels that never go flat
  • button icon Up to 13 hours of nonstop operation on 50% load
  • button icon 1650 series OHV 342 cc engine capacity
  • button icon Contains hour meter for monitoring the gas levels
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PERFORMANCE:
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DESIGN:
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Generac XC8000E

  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
SAFETY:
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CONCLUSION
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Comparison Winner
Generac XC8000E

Reasons why we like it:

  • Electric Start
  • Air Cooled
  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
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COMPARISON – Generac XC8000E VS. Briggs and Stratton 30469

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Generator is portable with hassle free movement to another location

Yes

Easy to move to multiple venues for power supply

Starting Watts

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

10,000 starting watts

Yes

7500 starting watts

Running Stats

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

8,000 watts

Yes

6000 running watts – creates 25% more surge wattage for multiple large devices and power tools at ago

RV Ready

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

RV ready through the L5-30P TO TT-30R adapter for connection and it is transfer switch ready

Yes

30469 is RV ready – rolls over multiple floors for easy movement

Gas Powered

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Gas powered

Yes

Uses only gas as a source of fuel

Run Time on Full Tank

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Run time of 11 hours after a 50% load – fuel consumption of approximately 0.77 GPH

Yes

Delivers nonstop 13 hours on a 50% load of run time

Recoil Start

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Recoil start

Yes

It recoils to start

Electric Start

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Electric start

No

Dual Fuel

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

No

FUEL TYPE

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Gas fuel type

Yes

Gasoline

AMPERAGE

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Starts using 83.3/41.7 amps and runs at 66.7/33.3 amperage

Yes

25.0 amps – surge

VOLTAGE

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

120/240 Volts

Yes

120/240 Single Phase

FREQUENCY

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

60 Hz

Yes

60 Hertz

HORSEPOWER

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

N/A

Yes

N/A

ENGINE TYPE

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

426 cc G-force 4-stroke engine type

Yes

Made with a 1650 series OHV 342cc Engine

ENGINE SPEED

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

Yes

3600 RPM

CARB Compliant

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

No

CSA Certified

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

CSA certified

Yes

Rated according to CSA standards

EPA Certified

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

No

Cold Start Technology

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

No

Easy to Start

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

User friendly starting method – no complicated methods involved when starting it up

Yes

No complicate steps for starting – just recoil

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

8.5 gallon fuel tank capacity

Yes

7 gallon fuel tank – large tank capacity

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

11 hours on a 1/2 gasoline load

Yes

Takes 13 hours at 1/2 load

Runtime (Propane)

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Low oil shut off with an overload protection

Yes

switches off immediately low oil is detected

Air Cooled

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Air cools automatically to avoid overheating during long run times

No

Engine Capacity

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

426 cc engine capacity

Yes

342 cc engine capacity

Voltmeter

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

No

Noise Level (dBA)

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

Yes

N/A

Multi-Purpose

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Built for job sites with jobsite strength ability

Yes

It is multipurpose – can be used in sites, homes and camps

Heavy Duty

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Heavy duty generator – can handle sensitive electronics like phones, appliances and other tools

Yes

Created for heavy duty – can power multiple large appliances plus power tools at ago

Solar Generator

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
No

No

Framed for Durability

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Features s fully wrapped X frame design. Made of heavy duty 12 gauge steel tubing for durability

Yes

Has been framed – enhances durability

Starting method

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Uses both the electric start method and the traditional recoil method

Yes

Recoil starts – use the traditional easy method

DESIGN:

Open Frame

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Open frame design ideal for rough job site environments and fork lifting

Yes

Features an open frame

Outlets

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Outlets include - 2x Duplex 120V 20 A (5-20R), 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R) and 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R). All outlets are covered

Yes

4 of 120-volt outlets and 1 of 120/240-volt 30-amp outlet. Have rubber covers

Portable

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

It is light to transport due to its wheels and steel lifting pocket

Yes

2 wheels and handles enhance portability

Weight

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

260 pounds

Yes

194 pounds in total weight

Wheel type

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Built with 10 inch wheel kit – never flat design and easy to move over multiple surfaces

Yes

Equipped with never go flat wheels – 10 inches. Can rise over different floor types easily

Handle style

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Folding handle and a steel lifting pocket. Simple for people to lift and lift forks to carry

Yes

‘T’ handle type – can be folded down to save space. Material gentle on the hands

Warranty

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Runs for 3 years period

Yes

2 years warranty.

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

34.3 x 28.6 x 32.5 inches

No

Included Accessories

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Comes attached with oil and took kit

Yes

Engine oil, manual guide and a quick start guide

Generac XC8000E

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Indicates instantly when oil is low in the 8.5 gallon fuel tank capacity

Yes

Uses an hour meter – monitors the remaining gasoline levels in the tank

Low oil shutdown

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Shuts down on its own once oil reached minimum level to protect generator from engine damage

Yes

Low oil shut down protection – safeguards engine from damage when oil is very low

Noise Level

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

Idle control function minimizes noise output

Yes

N/A

CONCLUSION

Pros

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

- Engine can be air cooled to prevent overheating overtime - Outlets include - 2x Duplex 120V 20 A (5-20R), 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R) and 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) and all the outlets contain covers to protect them from dirt and other debris - Runs for 11 hours after a 50% load with a fuel consumption of about 0.77 GPH - Features an idle control to conserve the energy in the fuel tank - Inbuilt with folding handles and a steel lifting pocket for easy lifting - A large 8.5 gallon steel fuel tank capacity with a fuel gauge - Up to 10,000 starting watts and 8000 running watts - Heavy duty 10 inch wheels ideal for different floor kinds - CSA certified to meet the safety requirements - Digital data center gives information on lifetime running hours and other maintenance information - Generac OHV 426 cc G-force 4-stroke engine kind with a splash lubrication - Low oil indicator and an overload protection ability - Outlets feature a full panel GFCI protection - Warranty runs for a 3 year period - Starting method includes both the electric and the recoil starting methods - Included accessories are Oil, tool kit, funnel and battery charger

Yes

- Constructed with a long power supply of 13 hours at 1/2 load - Will produce up to 25% more wattage for all your power needs - Powerful 1650 Series OHV 342cc Engine capacity - A 2 year limited warranty given on purchase that protect against workmanship and defects - Inbuilt with power surge alternator for multiple large appliance at the same time - Easy to start through the recoil starting option - High running wattage of 6000 watts and starting wattage of 7500 watts - Contains an hour meter to indicate progress of gas in fuel tank - Never flat 10 inches wheels promote portability to different places - Outlets are covered with rubber material for durability - Built with a single sided control panel – easily accessible - Foldable handles are easy to store and handle - Solid and compact build with 28.7 x 18.4 x 25.3 inches dimensions - Metallic fuel tank material that is non rust - Has a fast engine speed of 3600 RPM - Shuts down automatically once the fuel is low in the tank - Has a multipurpose ability of being used in many locations - Includes engine oil, quick start guide and manual guide as extra accessories

Cons

Generac XC8000E
Briggs and Stratton 30469
Yes

- No remote control unit - Uses only the gas fuel type and not propane or solar - Quite heavy to carry over highly raised surfaces that wheels can’t climb - Cold start technology is not included

Yes

- Is not EPA or CARB approved - Cannot be started electrically - Uses only one fuel type – gasoline - Doesn’t charge using direct sunlight - Operates with gasoline which is inflammable - A voltage meter is not included - Generator might release harmful substances from gas during use - Difficult to lift off the ground due to its weight – 194 pounds

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