Briggs & Stratton 6250 Watt Portable Generator
Generator · Storm Responder. Specs from the manufacturer page (checked ).
The Briggs & Stratton 6250 Watt Portable Generator is a gasoline-powered portable generator rated at 6250 running watts and 8500 starting watts, driven by a 420cc Briggs & Stratton engine. It has a 7.5 gallon fuel tank that provides up to 11 hours of run time at 50% load. It includes a CO Guard carbon monoxide shutdown and a StatStation digital display.
Key features
- 6250 running watts and 8500 starting watts
- 420cc Briggs & Stratton engine
- 7.5 gallon fuel tank, up to 11 hours run time at 50% load
- Power Surge alternator producing over 25% more surge wattage to start large motor-driven appliances and tools simultaneously
- StatStation digital display showing power in use, total unit hours and maintenance reminders
- CO Guard carbon monoxide shutdown
- Recoil start, low oil shutdown, fuel gauge and hour meter
- 10-inch Never-Go-Flat wheels
Specifications
| Running watts | 6250 W |
|---|---|
| Peak / surge | 8500 W |
| Fuel | gasoline |
| Tank | 28.4 L (7.5 gal) |
| Run time at 50 % load | 11 h |
| CO shutoff | Yes |
| Weight | 95.3 kg (210.1 lb) |
| Dimensions | 71.1 × 68.6 × 71.1 cm (28.0 × 27.0 × 28.0 in) |
| Warranty | 2 years |
From the Briggs & Stratton page. Values the manufacturer does not publish are left out.
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Connection and wiring
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Error codes and troubleshooting
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FAQ
How long does the Briggs & Stratton 6250 Watt Portable Generator run on a tank?
The maker rates it at 11 hours at 50 % load (about 3,125 W) on a 7.5-gal tank. A light load such as a refrigerator and lights runs longer; a full load runs shorter.
Can the Briggs & Stratton 6250 Watt Portable Generator start a sump pump or well pump?
Starting surge matters more than running watts: this unit is rated 8500 W peak. That covers a typical 1/2 HP sump pump (about 2150 W to start). Use the calculator with your exact pump.