Features
- 270 cc OHV engine with manual recoil start and low-oil auto shutoff
- Premium brushless alternator with low total harmonic distortion
- 7‑gallon metal fuel tank with fuel gauge
- Idle control to reduce noise and conserve fuel
- Digital hour meter for run-time tracking and maintenance
- Hydraulic/magnetic circuit breaker for overload protection
- Jobsite-tested steel frame with integrated lifting hook
- Full-power switch with selectable modes (120V only or simultaneous 120/240V)
- Multiple receptacles including GFCI and twist-lock
- Optional wheel kit available
Specifications
| Surge Watts | 4500 W |
| Rated Watts | 4200 W |
| Rated Amps | 18 A |
| Engine Model | Honda GX270 (270 cc) OHV |
| Starting System | Recoil (manual) start |
| Run Time @ 50% Load | Approximately 15 hours |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 7 gallons |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline |
| Alternator Type | Brushless premium alternator (low THD) |
| Circuit Protection | Hydraulic/magnetic circuit breaker |
| Idle Control | Yes |
| Hour Meter | Digital |
| Outlets | 2 × NEMA 5-20R (GFCI), 1 × NEMA L14-20R, 1 × NEMA L5-30R (counts per product listing) |
| Frame | Steel frame with lifting hook |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | ~28.2 in × 21.3 in × 24.1 in (manufacturer listings vary) |
| Weight | Approximately 160–170 lb (varies by listing) |
| Compliance | EPA, CSA, CARB (where applicable) |
| Warranty | 3 Year limited warranty |
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Portable commercial-grade generator intended for contractors and rental use. It is powered by a 270 cc OHV engine with manual (recoil) start and automatic low-oil shutoff. The unit uses a premium brushless alternator designed for low harmonic distortion, has a 7‑gallon fuel tank with gauge, and includes an hour meter, idle control, and overload protection. An optional wheel kit is available.
Project Ideas
Business
Event Power Micro-Rentals
Offer weekend generator packages for backyard weddings, block parties, and pop-ups, including cords, fuel cans, and quick-start guides. Use the hour meter to bill by runtime and schedule maintenance. Add an optional delivery/setup service and wheel kit.
Farmers’ Market Vendor Power
Provide reliable power to market stalls for fridges, griddles, and lights via GFCI and L5-30R outputs to a small distro box. Sell seasonal subscriptions with onsite fueling and swap-outs, keeping vendors compliant and powered all day.
Neighborhood Emergency Power Club
Run a subscription-based standby service: store, maintain, and rapidly deploy the generator during outages. Offer safe hookup kits (e.g., transfer switch via L14-20R) and fuel management, with priority delivery for members.
Contractor Jobsite Power Concierge
Rent the unit to trades working at sites without utility service. Bundle temporary power panels, cords, and a quick setup checklist. Track hours for preventive maintenance and offer discounted weekly rates for repeat crews.
RV/Glamping Power Valet
Serve RV rallies, tiny-home stays, and glamping events by providing shore power via the 30A 120V twist-lock (with proper adapters). Include placement for noise management, CO monitors, fueling, and overnight support as premium add-ons.
Creative
Pop-Up Outdoor Micro Cinema
Host movie nights in parks or parking lots, powering a projector, PA, and string lights off the generator’s low-THD alternator to protect sensitive electronics. Idle control keeps noise and fuel use down between trailers and intermissions. The 7-gallon tank supports long double features without refueling.
Off-Grid Light Sculpture/Installation
Create an illuminated art piece or interactive light path in remote spaces. Use the 120/240V flexibility to drive lighting controllers, dimmers, and moving components, with GFCI outlets for safety. The hour meter helps plan refuels around audience flows.
Mobile Maker Demos
Set up a traveling craft/woodworking booth at fairs to run a lathe, sander, or small CNC while powering a camera and tablet for live demos. Low THD safeguards cameras and tablets, and overload protection guards tools during heavy cuts.
Field Recording and Live Session Stage
Power a compact PA, audio interface, and backline for intimate live sessions in scenic spots. Place the unit offstage and use long runs to manage sound; idle control and brushless alternator minimize hum and noise for cleaner recordings.
Remote Photo/Film Basecamp
Run LED panels, battery chargers, fog/haze, and a laptop station on location. The full-power switch and variety of receptacles simplify distribution, and the fuel gauge plus hour meter help schedule breaks between takes.