Predator 8750 - 7000/8750W Open Frame Inverter Generator With Electric Start
The Predator 8750 (71340) is a powerful open frame inverter generator with a rated wattage of 7,000 W and a starting wattage of 8,750 W. (Read full specs)
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Description
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In short, the Predator 8750 is a powerful portable inverter generator adequately designed for:
- Food van owners who know that just a short power outage could lose them hundreds of dollars
- Homeowners who want to be sure of their ability to power their fridges, cooking tools, heating and lighting equipment during power failures
- Camping and tailgating buffs looking to enhance their experience
- Professionals who want to ensure that a power failure will not prevent them from working
In the following paragraphs, we shall explore the power characteristics, available outlets, portability, and any additional features of the device.
Power & Run Time
The Predator 8750
The Predator 8750's engine, 420 cc (12 hp) OHV 4-stroke, fueled by gasoline, can deliver 120/240V. It provides a running wattage of 7,000W and reaches a peak wattage of 8,750W.
The inverter generator, rated for a noise of 75 dBA (just slightly more noisy than a vacuum cleaner), provides flexibility in starting, offering both a simple traditional pull-start mechanism and a convenient and easy-to-use electric starter (battery included).
The fuel capacity of 5.9 gallons allows the 8750 to operate for up to 15 hours with a full tank (fuel consumption around 0.39 GPH).
The 8750 generates a clean sine wave with <3% Total Harmonic Distortion (THD), ensuring minimal electrical noise and fluctuations. This feature makes it ideal for powering sensitive electronics, providing stable and reliable AC power through the outlets.
Outlets
The control panel features the upcoming 5 AC outlets:
Furthermore, it showcases 3 DC outlets: there's two 5V USB ports (USB-A) enabling convenient charging of devices like mobile phones and tablets and a 12V 10A receptacle offering a convenient battery charging option.
As the 8750 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
The standard open frame design of the Predator 8750 provides stability and easy maintenance access to components, as well as good air circulation. The featured design is ideal for the outdoors and all tough environments.
Even though this device may be technically portable (as in movable), manipulation and transportation without special equipment can be a challenge, as it weighs 151 pounds. Nonetheless, the limited maneuverability is compensated for by utilizing its set of wheels (⌀10") and its folding handle, which facilitates shifting once the generator is set on the ground.
Features
The 8750's control panel
To help you monitor the 8750's status and activity, its control panel is equipped with a convenient meter showing you voltage, frequency and lifetime hours.
In addition to this info, the device's light indicators will illuminate to indicate if the oil level is too low, the generator is on overload and the generator is ready.
The built-in fuel gauge of the inverter generator ensures simple and quick gas level assessments.
As far as security is concerned, the generator comes with an automatic low oil shut-off and an overload protection (circuit breaker), providing peace of mind during use.
The unit also benefits from the Predator's CO SECURE™ carbon monoxide detection. This system monitors the accumulation of CO gas while the generator is running and will shut off the engine if the levels become dangerously high.
Along the basic documentation and an owner's manual (opens in a new tab), useful for starting the generator right away, the Predator 8750's package also includes these accessories: tool kit, funnel and battery charging cables.
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The Predator 8750 versus other generators
The following charts are provided to give you an idea of how some of the key specs of the Predator 8750 compare to generators of similar power (between 6500 and 7500 W).
- When it comes to weight, the Predator 8750 tips the scales at just 151 pounds, making it one of the lighter generators in the 6500 to 7500 rated wattage range. Weight-conscious users may find the Sportsman GEN85KIDF appealing, as it is one of the top contenders in this power range, weighing just 133 pounds.
- At 75 dBA, this inverter generator's noise rating is in line with the expected average for devices within its power category. If you wish to prioritize minimal noise, the Champion 201175 stands out as one of the quietest options among generators of similar power, with a rating of 61 dBA.
- At 25% load, the 8750 boasts a higher run time than most similarly powerful products, reaching up to 15 hours. If runtime is a priority for you, the Cummins Onan P9500df stands out as one of the generators with the longest run time in its power range, providing up to 16 hours of continuous use.
- Run times are important, yet thanks to their dependence on the fuel capacity, they should be judged along with the fuel consumption of the device. When operating at 25% load, the inverter generator's fuel consumption is estimated at 0.39 GPH, placing it within the average range of gasoline usage among similarly powerful devices. If minimizing fuel usage is one of your key priorities, the Champion 201176 is one of the most efficient devices with similar power output, with a gasoline consumption of only 0.31 gallons per hour.
Price comparison
As you can see from these interactive charts, when compared to other 6500-7500W inverter generators, the Predator 8750 is on the average side of the price range.
Therefore, this generator nicely fits in the expected budget for this kind of product.
The bottom line
- In the expected price range
- CO SECURE™ technology
- Several accessories included
- GFCI Outlets
- Electric start
- Inverter
- Lightweight for its kind (151 lbs)
- High run time
- Acceptable noise (75 dBA)
- Decent fuel efficiency
- No 50-amp output
- No remote start
- No parallel ports
- Weak warranty
Do you own the Predator 8750 and agree (or disagree) with these strengths and weaknesses?
Let us know and write your own review.
Features and Specifications
| Inverter | Yes |
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| Parallel capable | No |
| RV ready | No |
| Fuel | Gasoline |
| Engine | 420 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric |
| Warranty | 90 days |
| Voltage | AC: 120/240V 60 Hz, DC: 12V |
|---|---|
| Running watts | 7,000 W |
| Starting watts | 8,750 W |
| Running amps (@120/240V) | 58.3/29.2 amps |
| Peak amps (@120/240V) | 72.9/36.5 amps |
| Run time @50% load | Unknown |
| Run time @25% load | 15 h |
| GFCI outlets | Yes |
|---|---|
| Covered outlets | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Inverter |
| AC outlets |
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| DC outlets | 2x 5V USB port (USB-A) 1x 12V 10A receptacle |
| Data center | VFT |
| Indicators | Low oil, overload and output ready |
| Fuel tank | 5.9 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes |
| Weight | 151 lbs |
|---|---|
| Approx. dimensions (L x W x H) | Unknown |
| Noise (lower limit) | 75 dBA |
| THD | < 3% |
| Compliance | EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 |
| Security | Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring |
| Spark arrestor | Yes |
| Neutral | Bonded to frame |
| Accessories included | Funnel, tool kit, battery charging cables, battery, and wheel kit |
| Other model numbers | 71340, 59190 |
| UPC | 193175546029 |
We've taken extra care to research and verify each of the specifications above. That said, occasional mistakes or omissions are still possible. If you spot any missing or inaccurate information, feel free to suggest a correction so we can address it.
About Predator
Predator portable generators are solely distributed by the Harbor Freight Corporation, which has an impressive list of over 200 trademarked products. The Predator brand is one of their newer lines of outdoor power products. As with many other makes and models of power equipment sold by Harbor Freight, Predator generators are manufactured in China.
Warranty Information
The Predator 8750 is covered under a warranty for up to 90 days. This warranty may be limited and may not cover all parts of the generator.
For more information about the warranty of Predator generators, please consult Harbor Freight's warranty policies stated in the user manual (opens in a new tab). Alternatively, you can also contact their Customer Support : 1-800-444-3353.
Questions & Answers
What can it power?
| Item | Running Watts | Starting Watts | |
|---|---|---|---|
| At home | AC (10,000 BTU) | 1500 | 2200 |
| Microwave (1000 watts) | 1500 | 1500 | |
| Electric fry pan | 1500 | 1500 | |
| Sump pump (1/2 hp) | 1050 | 2150 | |
| Pair of small speakers | 45 | 45 | |
| Total | 5595 W | 6695 W | |
| For camping | RV AC (11,000 BTU) | 1010 | 1600 |
| RV refrigerator | 180 | 600 | |
| Hair dryer | 1800 | 1900 | |
| Electric grill | 1650 | 1650 | |
| Toaster oven | 800 | 800 | |
| Game console | 150 | 150 | |
| Total | 5590 W | 6180 W | |
| For work | Table saw | 1800 | 4500 |
| Air compressor (1 hp) | 1600 | 6100 | |
| Reciprocating saw | 730 | 960 | |
| Bug zapper | 80 | 80 | |
| Total | 4210 W | 8710 W |
Does the predator 8750 inverter generator still ship with shipping brackets? (Asked May 18, 2021)
Yes, shipping brackets are installed between the engine and the frame to protect the unit during shipping.
Can you parallel 2-8750 inverter generators. For a 50 amp plug? (Asked October 12, 2021)
The unit does not feature parallel ports.
I need replacement parts for the predator 8750...I need the on /off start switch asap (Asked February 17, 2023)
Replacement parts can be ordered directly from Harbor Freight: 1-800-444-3353.
Does it have pull start? And what if the pull start pulley system brakes where would I get another one from? (Asked October 25, 2023)
The unit has both a recoil and electric start. Replacement parts can be ordered from Harbor Freight.
Is the 240 volt receptacle gfci protected (Asked February 10, 2024)
Only the 5-20R outlets are GFCI protected.
What is the P095 code (Asked July 10, 2024)
It is a maintenance reminder. Your unit has been running for 95 hours. You can may want to read page 20 of the owner's manual (opens in a new tab) to see what should have been done at 50 hours. To clear the maintenance reminder, press and hold the Mode Button for 5 seconds.
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User Reviews
Owner for two years. No Problems. always starts, except when below freezing, then I use carb cleaner as started fluid and starts right away. I took the time to properly break-in per manual. Breaker trips if I transfer complete load at once but handles load well when added incrementally. Clean waveform recognized by Victron inverter-chargers that did not accept Champion 7500 motor generator waveform. Would recommend.
I was looking for a larger generator to replace my B&S 5550 running watt generator prior to an ice storm that was forecast for my area. The Predator 8750 Inverter was not the generator I wanted. However, I was very surprised at the function and performance of this generator. Once we lost power I connected and started the generator and powered 4 space heaters to keep my home warm. 2 deep freezers. 1 26 cu ft refrigerator and a small refrigerator. All of my lighting, my 70″ TV, router and modem and 3 water heaters for my chickens. At night we only ran 2 heaters and the refrigerators and freezers. The engine speed lowered and I could barely hear it in my bedroom. I would buy this again.
Not a good product the Module Assembly went out 2 years into the purchase. The part alone is $350 and that’s is I install it.
Had the Predator 8750 now for 3 years. On day 4 of this power outtage and its still running strong. Keep the oil changed. Add fuel stabilizer if gas is going to set in it for awile, Start it regularly. I run mine about 1/2 hour every 2 months.
there are no ERROR codes listed anywhere, not in the owners manual not online. What is the big secret. Need this generator to charge up me solar batteries but not gonna happen tonight, Very dismal.
Bought this generator and only used it maybe 15 days. The generator has stopped putting out enough voltage. Harbor Freight is a HORRIBLE company to buy generators from. I am sitting here with this generator and HARBOR FREIGHT cannot tell you how to fix it. DO NOT BUY FROM HARBOR FREIGHT AND DO NOT BUY THIS GENERATOR .
Need a schematic. Price point is excellent as all harbor freight tools are. BUT get what you pay for.mine will not start by Battery.
This is an inverter generator and for the price that is a big selling point, however I don’t understand why they recommend using a surge protector with it. I am using one, but don’t see why it is necessary for an inverter.
Like anything if you take care of it,it will take care of you.Did a lot of research on generators the 8750 was a no brainer if you want to add natural gas,propane it can be done easily.Other predator older model 9000 is still going strong for 551 bucks try to beat that.
good generator if only had support from Predator when info. neded.
Just bought one today. Had a problem with a bad vendor on the champion version 100520. Have a Honda eu2000 with 550 hours, zero problems, regular maintenance. Needed to power well pump, fridge,freezer, etc. Not for hvac or water heater. Started up great. Nice idle control, about as loud as a riding mower when running close to 7000 watts. Running a 30 amp transfer to main.