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Powerhorse · Inverter generator · Item 6075628

2500 Inverter

Compact gasoline inverter power with parallel capability

1,800W rated2,500W surgeGasolinePowerhorse DH80
Powerhorse 2500-Watt Quiet-Run Inverter Generator
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The deciding numbers, without the spec-sheet hunt.

01 · Maximum output

2,500 surge watts

Gasoline continuous output1,800W rated

Continuous watts cover the steady load; surge watts must absorb the largest motor startup.

02 · Fuel-specific output

Gasoline

1,800W rated · 2,500W surge

Half-load runtime

9.5 hr

03 · Size & price

54 lb

Product weight

20.4 × 12.5 × 18.3 in

L × W × H

Northern Tool price
$649.99
Warranty
2-year limited
04 · Controls & protection

Sound

52 dB advertised; 62 dB in key-spec table

Starting

Recoil

Connections

2 listed groups

Power quality

<3% THD

CO shutdown · low-oil shutdown · overload protection

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Every useful field, grouped for comparison.

Power, fuel, engine, runtime, connection, dimension, weight, price, and warranty fields come from the current Northern Tool listing and Powerhorse documentation.

Outdoor use only. Keep portable generators at least 20 feet from occupied buildings, with exhaust directed away from doors, windows, and vents. Use approved transfer equipment installed by a qualified electrician for building connections.

Product overview

A compact camping and backup inverter with CO shutdown, covered household and locking outlets, Engine Smart Control, a spark arrestor, and parallel capability.

Electrical output by fuel

Gasoline
1,800W rated / 2,500W surge
Voltage / frequency
120V / 60 Hz
Maximum current
15A
Power quality
Inverter output; <3% THD

Engine, fuel & runtime

Engine
Powerhorse DH80, 80 cc
Starting system
Recoil
Fuel tank
1.18 gal
Half-load runtime
9.5 hr
Sound
52 dB advertised; 62 dB in key-spec table
Cooling
Air cooled

Connections, size & ownership

Connections
2 listed — (1) 120V 20A duplex; (1) 120V 30A locking
Dimensions
20.4 × 12.5 × 18.3 in
Product / ship weight
54 lb / 54 lb
Battery
Not required
Protection
CO shutdown, overload protection, low-oil shutdown, covered outlets
Warranty
2-year limited
CARB status
Not CARB compliant
Northern Tool item
6075628

Feature details

Clean inverter output

Inverter electronics keep total harmonic distortion at <3% for compatible sensitive devices.

Engine Smart Control

Variable engine speed responds to load to reduce fuel use and noise during lighter demand.

Safety monitoring

Carbon-monoxide automatic shutdown, overload protection, low-oil shutdown, and covered outlets support safer outdoor operation.

Portable quiet-run enclosure

The enclosed body reduces operating sound and protects the engine and electronics during transport.

  • Camping and tailgating
  • Small home essentials
  • Sensitive electronics
  • Parallel expansion
  • 54-pound enclosure
  • CO shutdown
  • 9.5-hour half-load runtime
  • Parallel ready

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Official sources:Northern Tool item 6075628All Powerhorse generatorsVerified September 15, 2026