CATEGORY : Portable Generators For House

Smittybilt 2786 Generator VS. Briggs and Stratton 30743

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Winner:

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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Smittybilt 2786 Generator

Reasons to buy Smittybilt 2786 Generator :

  • button icon 2000 Watt Max Output
  • button icon Carb Approved 4 Stroke OHV Gas Engine
  • button icon Extremely Clean Efficient Inverter Technology
  • button icon Smart Throttle Allows Motor To Run At Varying Speeds
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PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

Briggs and Stratton 30743

  • Recoil Start
  • FREQUENCY
  • CSA Certified
  • Cold Start Technology
DESIGN:
DRAW :
SAFETY:
WINNER :

Briggs and Stratton 30743

  • Low Oil Indicator
CONCLUSION
DRAW :
Comparison Winner
Briggs and Stratton 30743

Reasons why we like it:

  • Recoil Start
  • FREQUENCY
  • CSA Certified
  • Cold Start Technology
  • Warranty
  • Low Oil Indicator
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COMPARISON – Smittybilt 2786 Generator VS. Briggs and Stratton 30743

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

The latest technology has allowed Smittybilt to pack huge power into a small and quiet package.

Yes

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

Starting Watts

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

2600W peak watts

Yes

4375 Watts of starting watts

Running Stats

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

2300W running watts

Yes

3,500 Watts of running stats

RV Ready

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

It is RV ready

Yes

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

Gas Powered

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

It is gas powered for more convenience

Yes

Operational with gas

Run Time on Full Tank

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

6 hours

Yes

Up to 8 hours on full hour run time

Recoil Start

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
No

Yes

Recoil starts – easy to start generator

Electric Start

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Electric start

Yes

N/A

Dual Fuel

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
No

No

FUEL TYPE

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Gasoline

Yes

Uses gasoline to run generator

AMPERAGE

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

13 Amps

Yes

29.0 Amperage

VOLTAGE

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

N/A

Yes

120VAC

FREQUENCY

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
No

Yes

N/A

HORSEPOWER

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
No

No

ENGINE TYPE

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

4 Stroke OHV Gas Engine

Yes

Power Built OHV Engine type

ENGINE SPEED

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

4 Stroke

Yes

N/A

CARB Compliant

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Carb Approved

Yes

N/A

CSA Certified

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
No

Yes

Meets the standards of CSA – CSA certified

EPA Certified

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
No

No

Cold Start Technology

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
No

Yes

N/A

Easy to Start

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Starting this generator is pretty easy and fast.

Yes

Simple pull to start the engine in the usual traditional method

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

1.5 gallons of fuel,

Yes

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

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
No

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

3 hours runtime on ½ load

Yes

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

Runtime (Propane)

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
No

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

It automatically shuts off when it runs out of oil.

Yes

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

Air Cooled

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Is powered by an air-cooled 150cc 50-State EPA/CARB-Certified 4-Stroke OHV engine.

Yes

N/A

Engine Capacity

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

150cc

Yes

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

Voltmeter

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
No

No

Noise Level (dBA)

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Low Noise 56-63 dB

Yes

N/A

Multi-Purpose

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

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

Yes

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

Heavy Duty

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

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

Yes

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

Solar Generator

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
No

No

Framed for Durability

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Framed using a hardened 1 ¼ inches steel tube for durability

Yes

Yes, its constructed with a frame

Starting method

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Electric start

Yes

Recoil start

Briggs and Stratton 30743

DESIGN:

Open Frame

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Generator features an open frame design

Yes

30745 generator has an open frame

Outlets

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Dual 120 VAC outlets, Single 12VDC outlet

Yes

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

Portable

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

This generator is portable and easily transferred.

Yes

Features wheels and drop down handles – makes generator portable

Weight

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

85 pounds

Yes

N/A

Wheel type

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Wheel. 2786-24.

Yes

Has solid wheel type – easily maneuvers across surfaces

Handle style

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Cased in a durable plastic housing with easy carry handle and rollers for easy positioning.

Yes

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

Warranty

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
No

Yes

Up to 2 years of limited warranty

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

28 x 22 x 16 inches

No

Included Accessories

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

N/A

Yes

Owner manual guide and an engine oil bottle

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
No

Yes

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

Low oil shutdown

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Shuts down automatically.

Yes

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

Noise Level

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

Low Noise 56-63 dB

Yes

N/A

Briggs and Stratton 30743

CONCLUSION

Pros

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
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

- 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

Smittybilt 2786 Generator
Briggs and Stratton 30743
Yes

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

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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