Sportsman GEN7500DF - 6000/7500W Dual Fuel Generator With Electric Start
The Sportsman GEN7500DF is a portable open frame dual fuel generator with a rated wattage of 6,000 W and a starting wattage of 7,500 W. (Read full specs)
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Description
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In summary, the Sportsman GEN7500DF is a portable generator especially useful for:
- RV travellers who wish to upgrade their experience to another level
- People occasionally participating in outdoor fairs, festivals or events
- Food truck owners who want to ensure that their business is fully self-contained and does not rely on potentially unreliable external power
- Homeowners who want to be sure of their ability to power their fridges, cooking tools, heating and lighting equipment during power failures
- Professionals who want to be able to deliver results, even during a power failure
In the upcoming sections, you'll discover its power characteristics, the array of outlets it presents, its overall portability, and the additional features it possesses.
Power & Run Time
The Sportsman GEN7500DF
The Sportsman GEN7500DF, equipped with dual-fuel technology and delivering 120/240V, ensures both power and versatility. Running on gasoline, it delivers a running wattage of 6,000W and a starting wattage of 7,500W. On propane, it provides 5,400 running watts and 6,700 starting watts.
The generator features a manual recoil starter system and also a no-fuss and convenient electric starter (battery not included). It is rated for a noise of 80 dBA (just as noisy as garbage disposal).
The GEN7500DF, with a fuel capacity of 6.2 gallons, reaches a run time of around 9 hours at 50% load utilizing gasoline (fuel consumption around 0.69 GPH). Alternatively, it can reach a run time of around 5 hours (on a 20 lbs tank - propane consumption around 0.94 GPH) with propane.
Outlets
The control panel features the upcoming 6 AC outlets:
It also sports 1 DC outlet: there's a 12V 8A receptacle providing easy battery charging capabilities.
This Sportsman generator is RV Ready, thanks to its TT-30R receptacle (TT stands for 'Travel Trailer'). In addition, since it boasts a twist-lock L14-30R receptacle, the GEN7500DF is engineered to be transfer switch ready, ensuring easy integration with your breaker box to provide backup power to your home during outages.
Portability
At L30.8 x W26.5 x H27 in, the Sportsman GEN7500DF boasts a traditional open frame structure, ensuring stability and allowing for convenient maintenance access to components, promoting air circulation. The device has been designed for tough environments and demanding outdoor use.
While weighing 194 lbs, the generator is classified as 'portable,' indicating its mobility, albeit its heftiness may limit portability in specific situations. Nevertheless, the restricted maneuverability is counteracted by its wheel kit and its folding handle, enabling easy shifting once the generator is set in place.
Features
The GEN7500DF's control panel
Included in the control panel of the GEN7500DF are a handy voltmeter that allows you to easily monitor power output anytime, essential for monitoring its status and activity.
Benefiting from its built-in fuel gauge, the generator allows for easy and immediate gas level inspections.
Considering security aspects, the generator boasts an automatic low oil shut-off and an overload protection (circuit breaker), offering peace of mind throughout operation.
With the basic documentation and an owner's manual (opens in a new tab), letting you start the generator quickly, the Sportsman GEN7500DF also comes with several accessories, including: tool kit, battery charging cables and propane hose.
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The Sportsman GEN7500DF versus other generators
The following charts are provided to give you an idea of how some of the key specs of the Sportsman GEN7500DF compare to dual fuel generators of similar power (between 5500 and 6500 W).
- A weight of 194 lbs makes the Sportsman GEN7500DF one of the heavier dual fuel devices in the 5500-6500 rated wattage range. If weight is an important consideration for you, the Pulsar PGDA70BiSCO stands out as one of the top contenders in this power category, with a dry weight of 118 pounds.
- When comparing it to devices with a similar running wattage, this generator's lowest noise level of 80 dBA puts it alongside the noisier units. If noise level is one your key decisive factors, you may find the Pulsar PGDA70BiSCO appealing. It's rated at 62 dBA, making it one of the quietest generators in its power range.
- In terms of its autonomy, the GEN7500DF can operate for around 9 hours at a 50% load, placing it within the lower bracket among generators of similar type and power range. Furthermore, considering the run times, one of the generators which have a roughly same power output, with the highest autonomy, is the DuroStar DS8000iX, as it provides around 14.5 hours.
- While run time matters, it's heavily influenced by the fuel tank's capacity. Hence, it's important to consider fuel efficiency alongside. When it comes to fuel efficiency among generators with similar wattage, this generator lags behind, with a consumption rate of 0.69 GPH at a 50% load. If fuel consumption is your top priority, we suggest to check out the DuroMax XP7000iH, which has a fuel consumption of only 0.38 GPH and thus, is one of the most efficient devices in our database.
Price comparison
As you can see from these interactive charts, when compared to other 5500-6500W dual fuel generators, the Sportsman GEN7500DF 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
- Dual fuel
- GFCI Outlets
- RV Ready
- Electric start
- 1-year warranty
- No 50-amp output
- Battery not included
- No remote start
- On the heavy side (194 lbs)
- On the noisy side (80 dBA)
- Relatively low run time
- Low fuel efficiency
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Features and Specifications
| Inverter | No |
|---|---|
| Parallel capable | No |
| RV ready | Yes |
| Fuel | Dual Fuel (gasoline/propane) |
| Engine | 389 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric |
| Warranty | 1 year |
| Voltage | AC: 120/240V 60 Hz, DC: 12V |
| Gasoline | Propane | |
|---|---|---|
| Running watts | 6,000 W | 5,400 W |
| Starting watts | 7,500 W | 6,700 W |
| Running amps (@120/240V) | 50/25 amps | 45/22.5 amps |
| Peak amps (@120/240V) | 62.5/31.3 amps | 55.8/27.9 amps |
| Run time @50% load | 9 h | 5 h |
| Run time @25% load | Unknown | Unknown |
| GFCI outlets | Yes |
|---|---|
| Covered outlets | No |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes |
| AC outlets |
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| DC outlets | 1x 12V 8A receptacle |
| Data center | Voltmeter |
| Indicators | No |
| Fuel tank | 6.2 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes |
| Weight | 194 lbs |
|---|---|
| Approx. dimensions (L x W x H) | 30.8 x 26.5 x 27 in |
| Noise (lower limit) | 80 dBA |
| THD | Unknown |
| Compliance | EPA |
| Security | Low oil and overload protection |
| Spark arrestor | No |
| Accessories included | Tool kit, propane hose, battery charging cables, and wheel kit |
| UPC | 027077078343 |
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 Sportsman Series
Sportsman Series is a small brand registered under the US based Buffalo corporation. Founded in 1964, the Buffalo Corporation is a small company, which sells tools and home products. Their brands include AmeriHome, Black Bull, Buffalo Tools and Sportsman Series – which offers a selection of generators and several other general products. The brand, and in fact, the corporation itself seemingly outsources all of its production overseas and acts only as a distributor, under its own brands.
Warranty Information
The Sportsman GEN7500DF is covered under a warranty for up to 1 year. This warranty may be limited and may not cover all parts of the generator.
For more information about the warranty of Sportsman generators, please contact the Buffalo Tools Customer Support: 1-636-532-9888.
Questions & Answers
What can it power?
| Item | Running Watts | Starting Watts | |
|---|---|---|---|
| At home | Sump pump (1/2 hp) | 1050 | 2150 |
| Furnace fan (1/2 hp) | 875 | 2350 | |
| Refrigerator (energy star) | 192 | 1192 | |
| Electric range | 2100 | 2100 | |
| Blender | 400 | 850 | |
| Security system | 180 | 180 | |
| Total | 4797 W | 6272 W | |
| For camping | Radiant heater | 1300 | 1300 |
| RV refrigerator | 180 | 600 | |
| Hair dryer | 1800 | 1900 | |
| Electric fry pan | 1500 | 1500 | |
| Total | 4780 W | 5200 W | |
| For work | Table saw | 1800 | 4500 |
| Grinder | 1400 | 2500 | |
| Demolition hammer | 1260 | 1260 | |
| Drain cleaner | 250 | 250 | |
| Bug zapper | 80 | 80 | |
| Total | 4790 W | 7490 W |
Where do I buy replacement parts for my GEN7500DF sportstman generator? I need the stator assembly.. its part number QJ7500.03.01 .. Thank you. (Asked May 07, 2021)
Replacement parts can be ordered from Buffalo Tools: 1-636-532-9888.
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