Briggs & Stratton 30737 - 5000/6250W Portable Generator

The Briggs & Stratton 30737 is a portable open frame generator with a rated wattage of 5,000 W and a starting wattage of 6,250 W. (Read full specs)

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In a few words, the Briggs & Stratton 30737 is a portable generator perfectly suited for:

• RV travellers wishing to enhance their freedom and nomad lifestyle
• Occasional participants of outdoor events, competitions, concerts and festivals
• Food truck owners who do not wish to see their business interrupted under any circumstances
• Homeowners who want to be able to use the most necessary devices in their household, even during a blackout
• Professionals who want to be able to deliver results, even during a power failure

The subsequent sections will explore in detail its power characteristics, the diverse outlets it provides, its overall portability, and the supplementary features it offers.

Power & Run Time

The Briggs & Stratton 30737 houses a 389 cc Briggs & Stratton PowerBuilt™ OHV 4-stroke engine, which provides 120/240V, consumes gasoline and delivers a running wattage of 5,000W along with a peak wattage of 6,250W.

This generator gets running thanks to a manual recoil starter system.

Thanks to a fuel capacity of 7.5 gallons, the 30737 can operate for around 12 hours at 50% load with a full tank (fuel consumption around 0.63 GPH).

Outlets

The control panel includes the following 7 AC outlets:

Two Duplexes 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI

Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R)

120/240V 30A (L14-30R) receptacle

As the 30737 holds a twist-lock L14-30R receptacle, it is transfer switch ready: you'll easily be able to connect it to your breaker box to power your home during a power outage.

Portability

With dimensions of L29 x W26 x H27 in, the traditional open frame design of the Briggs & Stratton 30737 ensures stability while allowing easy maintenance access to components and promoting effective air cooling. The generator is designed for ideal use outdoors and in rough environments.

Despite its weight of 184 lbs, the generator is still considered 'portable,' meaning it is movable, although its heftiness may restrict portability in certain environments or require additional considerations for transportation and setup. However, the lack of maneuverability can be offset with its wheel kit (⌀10") and its folding handle, which allows for convenient shifting once the generator is placed on the ground.

Features

The 30737's control panel

Monitoring of the 30737's status and activity is made possible by a digital data center, which provides information on the lifetime run hours and is one of the features of its control panel.

With its built-in fuel gauge, the generator provides quick and convenient gas level checks.

As far as security is concerned, the generator can be used with a peace of mind, as it features an overload protection (circuit breaker) and an automatic low oil shut-off.

The 30737 also benefits from Briggs & Stratton’s CO Guard™ (opens in a new tab) carbon monoxide shutdown. This new patent-pending technology uses advanced algorithms to shut down the generator when harmful levels of carbon monoxide accumulate in the generator's operating area.

Besides the usual set of documentation and owner's manual (opens in a new tab) to get you promptly started, Briggs & Stratton also included some oil in the 30737's packaging.

The Briggs & Stratton 30737 versus other generators

The following charts are provided to give you an idea of how some of the key specs of the Briggs & Stratton 30737 compare to generators of similar power (between 4500 and 5500 W).

• As its dry weight is 184 pounds, the Briggs & Stratton 30737 is one of the heavier of the products which can generate 4500 to 5500 running watts. If you are concerned by weight, one of the champions in the above-mentioned power range is the Pulsar PGX60BiSRCO, with a dry weight of just 93.5 pounds.
• With around 12 hours of runtime at 50% load, the 30737 provides a higher run time when compared to similarly powerful products. If runtime is a priority for you, the NorthStar c5500 stands out as one of the generators with the longest run time in its power range, providing around 15.1 hours of continuous use.
• Even though run times are undoubtedly important, they are dependent on the fuel capacity to a large extent. For a more wholesome picture, we must take into consideration the fuel consumption of the generator. This generator doesn't excel in fuel efficiency when compared to others of its kind: it consumes approximately 0.63 GPH at a 50% load. If fuel consumption is your top priority, we suggest to check out the WEN GN5600, which has a fuel consumption of only 0.35 GPH and thus, is one of the most efficient devices in our database.

The bottom line

About Briggs & Stratton

Founded in 1908, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Briggs & Stratton is a well renowned American based gasoline engine manufacturer. While the company mainly focuses on engines – including outdoor, power tool, karting, cast iron and aluminum models, power generators are a crucial component of their portfolio as well – Briggs & Stratton provides both portable and standby solutions for casual users with full support, including installation. The company operates on a global scale, with 13 facilities spread across all the of the continents.

Warranty Information

The Briggs & Stratton 30737 is covered under a warranty for up to 2 years. This warranty may be limited and may not cover all parts of the generator.
For more information about the warranty of Briggs & Stratton generators, please consult Briggs & Stratton's warranty policies stated in the user manual (opens in a new tab). Alternatively, you can also contact their Customer Support : 1-800-743-4115.

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