CATEGORY : Portable Generators For House

Rainier R12000DF VS. Briggs and Stratton 30713

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Winner:

Rainier R12000DF

Reasons to buy Rainier R12000DF:

  • button icon Dual Fuel-Gasoline and Propane
  • button icon EPA and CARB Compliant.
  • button icon Operational Volume as Low as 72dB.
  • button icon Automatic Low Oil Shutdown
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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 :

Rainier R12000DF

  • RV Ready
  • Recoil Start
  • Dual Fuel
  • ENGINE TYPE
  • EPA Certified
  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Runtime (Propane)
  • Voltmeter
  • Starting method
DESIGN:
WINNER :

Rainier R12000DF

  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
SAFETY:
DRAW :
CONCLUSION
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Comparison Winner
Rainier R12000DF

Reasons why we like it:

  • RV Ready
  • Recoil Start
  • Dual Fuel
  • ENGINE TYPE
  • EPA Certified
  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Runtime (Propane)
  • Voltmeter
  • Starting method
  • Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)
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COMPARISON – Rainier R12000DF VS. Briggs and Stratton 30713

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

Rainier R12000DF
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

Rainier R12000DF
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

12000 Peak Watts (Gasoline), 10800 Peak Watts (Propane)

Yes

5000 watts

Running Stats

Rainier R12000DF
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

9500 Running Watts (Gasoline), 8550 Running Watts (Propane)

Yes

Runs of 6250 watts – very powerful wattage

RV Ready

Rainier R12000DF
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

RV Ready

No

Gas Powered

Rainier R12000DF
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Powered through gas

Yes

Works using gasoline

Run Time on Full Tank

Rainier R12000DF
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Up to 17 Hours of Run Time on 6.6G Gas Tank

Yes

Long run time of 12 hours on 1/2 load

Recoil Start

Rainier R12000DF
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Uses the recoil starting method

No

Electric Start

Rainier R12000DF
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Electric start

Yes

Electric start - Easy to operate control panel

Dual Fuel

Rainier R12000DF
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Dual Fuel Open Frame Generator

No

FUEL TYPE

Rainier R12000DF
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Gasoline: 9500 Rated Watts | 12000 Peak Watts, Propane: 8550 Rated Watts | 10800 Peak Watts

Yes

Gasoline

AMPERAGE

Rainier R12000DF
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

30A

Yes

N/A

VOLTAGE

Rainier R12000DF
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

120/240V

Yes

120 Voltage

FREQUENCY

Rainier R12000DF
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

N/A

Yes

N/A

HORSEPOWER

Rainier R12000DF
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

16HP

Yes

N/A

ENGINE TYPE

Rainier R12000DF
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

457cc OHV 4 Stroke Rainier Engine

No

ENGINE SPEED

Rainier R12000DF
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

N/A

Yes

389 cc engine type – heavy duty

CARB Compliant

Rainier R12000DF
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

It is CARB Compliant

Yes

N/A

CSA Certified

Rainier R12000DF
Briggs and Stratton 30713
No

No

EPA Certified

Rainier R12000DF
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

It is EPA certified

No

Cold Start Technology

Rainier R12000DF
Briggs and Stratton 30713
No

Yes

N/A

Easy to Start

Rainier R12000DF
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

A quick toggle of a switch is all it takes to kickstart this generator into action. With an Easy-to-Use Electric Start Switch, it will save you the hassle of having to pull the recoil start to get the engine started.

Yes

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

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

Rainier R12000DF
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

6.6 gallons

Yes

5 gallon fuel tank. Delivers 12 hours of uninterrupted runtime

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

Rainier R12000DF
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

20 lbs tank

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

Rainier R12000DF
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

It will run for 8.5 hours on a half load of gasoline.

Yes

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

Runtime (Propane)

Rainier R12000DF
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

It will run for 5.5 hours on a half load of propane.

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

Rainier R12000DF
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

Rainier R12000DF
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

Rainier R12000DF
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

457cc

Yes

389 cc engine capacity

Voltmeter

Rainier R12000DF
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Digital Multimeter Ac/dc Voltage reader.

No

Noise Level (dBA)

Rainier R12000DF
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Operational Volume as Low as 72dB

Yes

Noise Level

Multi-Purpose

Rainier R12000DF
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

Rainier R12000DF
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

Rainier R12000DF
Briggs and Stratton 30713
No

No

Framed for Durability

Rainier R12000DF
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Framed using a hardened 1 ¼ inches steel tube for durability

Yes

Is framed for durability

Starting method

Rainier R12000DF
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Electric, Recoil

No

Rainier R12000DF

DESIGN:

Open Frame

Rainier R12000DF
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Generator features an open frame design

Yes

Has an open frame

Outlets

Rainier R12000DF
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

(1) Duplex 120V 20A GFCI (5-20R), (1) 120V 30A (L5-30R), (1) 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) (1) 120/240V 50A (14-50R)

Yes

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

Portable

Rainier R12000DF
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

This generator is portable and easily transferred.

Yes

Generator can be moved to any place.

Weight

Rainier R12000DF
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

196 Lbs.

Yes

187 pounds

Wheel type

Rainier R12000DF
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Includes Wheel Kit with Two 10 Inch Wheels

Yes

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

Handle style

Rainier R12000DF
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Two Foam Grip Handles for Your Convenience

Yes

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

Warranty

Rainier R12000DF
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Backed By a 3-Year Limited Warranty

Yes

N/A

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

Rainier R12000DF
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

27.2 x 26.1 x 26 inches

No

Included Accessories

Rainier R12000DF
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

Includes Wheel Kit with Two 10 Inch Wheels

Yes

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

Rainier R12000DF

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

Rainier R12000DF
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

Rainier R12000DF
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

Rainier R12000DF
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

72dB

Yes

N/A

CONCLUSION

Pros

Rainier R12000DF
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

• Low noise level. • Low oil shutdown • Low oil indicator • Light weight and portable • Convenient handle style • open frame design • Framed for durability • Heavy duty • Air cooling

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

Rainier R12000DF
Briggs and Stratton 30713
Yes

• It is not a solar generator. • It does not have a cold start generator. • Not CSA certified.

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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