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Generac 6864 XD5000E 5000-Watt Diesel-Powered Portable Generator - Ideal for Emergency Backup Power and Job Sites - Reliable Power for Demanding Applications - CARB Compliant

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  • Robust and Portable: The generator features a sturdy steel frame with an integrated lifting eye, making it easy to transport and secure on the jobsite. It's a reliable power source for both remote locations and professional use
  • Clean and Smooth Operation: With only 6% total harmonic distortion, this generator ensures the smooth operation of tools, appliances, and even sensitive electronics, offering peace of mind for your power needs
  • Extended Runtime: The XD5000E from Generac features a 12-gallon diesel fuel tank provides an impressive run-time of 32.4 hours at 50% load, minimizing the need for frequent refueling and ensuring uninterrupted power supply for extended periods
  • Industrial-Grade Diesel Engine: Equipped with a Yanmar LW Series 435cc air-cooled direct injection diesel engine, this generator is built to withstand heavy-duty use and provide reliable performance even in demanding environments
  • Durable and Strong: The 1-1/4-inch steel cradle adds strength and durability to the generator, ensuring it can handle the rigors of the job site or other challenging situations. A dependable power source engineered to keep running when you need it most

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4.6 4.6
Noise level
2.5 2.5

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Customer Ratings
Noise level
2.5
4.5
4.7
3.5
4.0
4.1
Value for money
4.6
4.3
4.0
3.8
4.8
Maneuverability
4.1
4.6
4.1
4.3
4.6
Portability
4.1
4.6
4.0
4.5
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Diesel
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electric
power source
diesel-powered
gas powered
Gas Powered
Tri-Fuel
Gas-Powered
Gas Powered
engine type
2 Stroke
4 Stroke
4 Stroke
4 Stroke
4 Stroke
output wattage
5000 watts
3500 watts
4500 watts
tank volume
12 gallons
0.5 gallons
6.6 gallons
wattage
5000 watts
3500 watts
4500 watts
13000 watts
9500 watts
voltage
1 volts
120 volts
120 volts of alternating current
240 volts
120 volts
120 volts

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A reliable home power outage kit starts with a powerful source. Our backup generator for home use helps to keep the food fresh, the lights on, and the house connected through an outage.

POWER TO WORK.

Feel empowered to work anywhere you are with our open frame generators, the best portable power supply to get the job done right. Whether you need to charge up your laptop battery bank for Zoom calls or power up the food truck for service, we’ll help you prepare for when duty calls.

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Take the fun outdoors with the best portable power source to power up your play. Use this small generator for camping with the family, setting up a cozy outdoor movie night, or tailgating with friends before the big game.

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Product Description

This diesel powered portable generator featuring True Power Technology, provides less than 5% total harmonic distortion for clean, smooth operation of sensitive electronics, tools and appliances; ideal for the job site. Designed for Pros, it's equipped with an hour meter to track maintenance intervals, single touch electric start for easy start-up, and a durable fully welded 1-1/4" steel frame to protect the generator in the most demanding applications. Premium features that make it ideal for job sites and day long events are the integrated lifting eye for easy transport and security, idle control to conserve fuel and reduce noise and 12 gallon fuel tank that provides a long run-time of 32.4 hours at 50% load.

Customer reviews

3.3 out of 5 stars
3.3 out of 5
20 global ratings

Customers say

Customers have expressed concerns about the battery and noise of the generator. They mention that it does not come with a battery and that it failed to deliver power after 860 hours. Customers also say that the motors are not quiet and are significantly louder than the equivalent power gas generator.

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6 customers mention0 positive6 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the battery of the electricity generator. They mention that it will not run without a battery, and that it needs to be purchased separately. Some customers also report issues with the warranty, saying that the generator failed to deliver power after 860 hours and that there are no warranty stations.

"...system works, will not start at all without the battery, and battery is not included. Next is to build an enclosure to help quiet it down...." Read more

"...Power generator is Generac. Lousy warranty. Failed to deliver power after 860 hours. No warranty stations. Only recorded voice...." Read more

"...So, while this unit has a pull starter and does not come with a battery, it will NOT run without a battery...." Read more

"...The second time the generator quit producing any wattage at all and that's how it sits...." Read more

3 customers mention0 positive3 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the noise produced by the generator. They mention that the brakes dawn continuously, the motors are not quiet, and the generator is significantly louder than the equivalent power gas generator.

"Brakes dawn continuously! Extremely noisy and incredibly heavy to move or lift." Read more

"...two revolutions... Finally, and I knew this going in, these are not quiet motors; so be forewarned...." Read more

"This generator is significantly louder than the equivalent power gas generator. It is also about as large as a 10k gas generator...." Read more

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