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    040445

    This Briggs and Stratton generator is Natural gas or propane-powered and is rated for NG 7200 LPG 8000 watts. It has:

    • electric start
    • fuel shutoff
    • low-oil shutoff

    It requires professional installation. Includes a transfer switch.

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    Description

    This Briggs and Stratton generator is Natural gas or propane-powered and is rated for NG 7200 LPG 8000 watts. It has:

    • electric start
    • fuel shutoff
    • low-oil shutoff

    It requires professional installation. Includes a transfer switch.

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    CR Expert Take

    How did it perform in our expert lab testing?

    Overall Score

    The Overall Score for this model is derived from our expert lab test results.
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    Current Range of Tested Home Standby Generators
    What goes into the Overall Score?
    Power delivery
     /  5
    Power quality
     /  5
    Noise
     /  5
    Ease of use
     /  5
    Run time range (hrs.)
     /  5

    Detailed Test Results

    POWER DELIVERY: Delivered more than enough wattage to power our test appliances and handled surges very well. POWER QUALITY: Provided somewhat uneven power with notably lower voltage under heavy loads. NOISE: Fairly noisy from a distance of 23 feet.

    About

    The Briggs & Stratton 040445 is part of the Generators test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, Home Standby Generators models like the 040445 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

    Power delivery: A high score means the generator delivers steady power and handles larger surges in demand. A top-scoring model manages spikes from appliances like air conditioners without trouble.

    Power quality: A high score means the generator delivers smooth, consistent voltage. A top-scoring model helps prevent brownouts and keeps sensitive electronics running reliably.

    Noise: A high score means the generator runs more quietly. Top-scoring models minimize noise, making them less likely to disturb your neighbors.

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