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Predator 11500 vs 5000 - The Differences
Further down the page, you'll find some explanations regarding the key similarities and differences between the Predator 5000 and the Predator 11500.
But before checking out explanations regarding their power, portability, and features, here's a table that summarizes the main pros of each of these 2 generators:
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As the 5000 and the 11500 are both Predator generators, they benefit from the same level of quality and attention to detail.
Power Comparison
The following charts are provided to show you at a glance how the main specs of the Predator 5000 compare to the Predator 11500.
- The Predator 11500 has the advantage of being able to run on 3 different types of fuel (tri-fuel), whereas the other is dual fuel.
- The 458cc engine of the 11500 is significantly bigger than the 5000's engine, which has a displacement of 224cc.
- With a running wattage of 9,000 W, the Predator 11500 will allow to power more appliances and tools than the 3,900 running watts of the Predator 5000. Moreover, compared to the 5,000 starting watts of the 5000, the 11500 and its starting wattage of 11,500 W will give more power to start the appliances which require an additional boost to get their motor running.
- When loaded to 25% of their max capacity, the 5000 offers a higher runtime on a full tank than the 11500: it can operate for up to 18.2 hours, whereas the 11500 offers a maximum runtime of 14 hours.
- With a gasoline consumption at 25% load of 0.2 GPH (gallon per hour), the Predator 5000 is more fuel efficient than the 11500 and its 0.49 GPH. The former's operation will therefore cost less in terms of the money spent on gasoline. Inverter generators like these 2 are of the most fuel efficient (and quiet) type.
- Both generators offer a low THD (<3% for the Predator 5000 and <3% for the Predator 11500) and are therefore perfectly suitable to safely power your sensitive electronic devices.
- With a noise of 60.5 dBA, the 5000 allows for a quieter operation than the 64.5 dBA of the 11500. The former will therefore be the most suitable for you if you take noise emission seriously.
Portability Comparison
- With dimensions of L25" x W18" x H20.8", the Predator 5000 offers a much more compact experience of power generation than the Predator 11500 and its L31.3" x W25" x H29.5".
- Weighing 110 lbs, the 5000 is much lighter than the 259.5 lbs of the 11500.
- Both products benefit from a set of wheels, which greatly enhances their maneuverability. The 5000 has a telescopic handle and the 11500 a folding handle, to help you better manipulate them.
Feature Comparison
- Both devices can be started either via a pull-start mechanism or an electric starter. Both have the additional ability to be handily remotely started.
- With a total of 5 AC outlets, the 11500 offers more AC receptacles than the 5000, which has 3 AC outlets. Moreover, the 11500 has the advantage of featuring GFCI outlets. Both of them also feature a DC output. In addition, it is worth noting that only the Predator 11500 can also produce 240V.
- Each of these 2 portable generators is equipped with a data center allowing you to conveniently monitor some aspects of the power output. Besides that, these 2 products are fitted with a fuel gauge allowing to see their fuel level at a glance.
- Both units benefit from Predator's CO Secure carbon monoxide monitoring technology.
TL;DR
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