WEN 56551 Portable Generator VS. DuroMax XP8500E

It is portable. The 9.5-inch wheels combined with the space-saving fold-down handles simplify storage and transportation.

5500 surge watts.

5000 running watt.

RV ready using its multi feature control panel with covered outlets

Gas powered

As for its running time, the generator, along with its 6.6 gallons fuel capacity, can run for around 17 hours at 100% load with a full tank filled with gasoline

Electric start powers the 457cc 4-stroke OHV engine with the turn of a key

WEN is a Dual Fuel Portable Generator with Wheel Kit and Electric Start

Uses both gasoline or propane

30 Amperage

Voltage easily goes from 120V to 240V, perfect for transfer switches and emergency backup

60 Hz

14.75 HP

OHV engine

4-stroke

It is CARB Compliant

Just simply turn the key to begin generator

6.6 gallons

20 lbs tank - propane

8.5 hours on 50% load.

Up to 8 Hours at 1/2-Load on 40 lb.

Powers down instantly on low oil alert

The generator features a 4-stroke, air cooled, OHV engine with electric start.

212 cc

It features an analog voltmeter

The generator is rated for a noise of 72 dBA

It is multipurpose – great during camping, tailgating, work sites and homes.

Effortlessly powers different kinds of appliance and lighting needs – Heavy duty.

Framed for durability using heavy duty material – guards’ generator from snow, rain, scratches, dust storms and other elements outdoors

Electric start

Generator contains an open frame design

Four 120V GFCI outlets (5-20R), a 120V 30A twist lock outlet (L5-30R), a 120V/240V 50A outlet (NEMA 14-50R).

It is portable. The 9.5-inch wheels combined with the space-saving fold-down handles simplify storage and transportation.

105.8 pounds

Features a 5.5 inch heavy duty wheels. Easily maneuvers across different surfaces

Wheel and Handle Kit

2 year warranty

27.3 x 20.6 x 21.9 inches

Includes four 120V GFCI outlets (5-20R), a 120V 30A twist lock outlet (L5-30R), a 120V/240V 50A outlet (NEMA 14-50R), a 12V DC cigarette-lighter-style plug, a bottle of oil, a 47-inch LPG connection hose, and a two-year warranty

It has a low-oil alert indicator.

Powers down instantly on low oil alert

72 dBA

- It features up to 5500 starting watts and 5000 running watts - It runs relatively quiet with its whisper serried muffler and 72 decibels - Portable - Runs on both gasoline and propane making it flexible - Built with a 1.8 fuel tank capacity - This generator contains an automatic low oil and overload shutdown protection - Is able to provide up to 50 Amps of dependable power - Has a long run time of about 17 hours on a 1/2 fuel load - Generator is CARB complaint - Its multi featured control panel is placed suitably with a unique outlet cover to guard from dust, dirt and debris - Attached with a 2 year warranty period - Heavy duty generator avails power to light up indoors and outdoors and keep your family connected during power blackout - Accessories include Bottle of engine oil, Volt lock automatic voltage regulator, oil funnel and SP wrench. - Features a volt lock automatic voltage regulator that produces a clean and steady power output from stream alternator - Comes with an easy recoil start method

- This generator doesn’t contain an recoil start. - Cannot be operated using solar - Generator has not been framed using a metallic or iron roll cage - A cold start technology is not included on the generator