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Pulsar · Portable generator · Model PG5250

PG5250

Portable Generator

4,250W running5,250W startingGasoline4-stroke OHV
View at Pulsar Listed $599.00
Pulsar PG5250 5,250 Watt Portable Generator
Official product image · Pulsar

The deciding numbers, made visual.

01 · Maximum output

5,250 starting watts

Gasoline continuous output4,250W running

Size continuous loads against running watts and the largest motor startup against starting watts.

02 · Fuel & runtime

Gasoline

8 hr at 50% load

4,250W run
5,250W start

Fuel tank

4 gal

03 · Size & price

Not published on current Pulsar listing

Product weight

Not published on current Pulsar listing

Product dimensions

Current Pulsar price
$599.00
Availability
Available
Warranty
3-year limited
04 · Controls & protection

Starting

recoil

Power quality

Not published on current Pulsar listing

Voltage

120V AC

CO shutdown

Not listed

Not published on current Pulsar listing

Pulsar’s own image set includes product views and, where provided, feature and specification graphics for this exact model.

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Every useful field, grouped for comparison.

Power, fuel, runtime, engine, outlet, price, availability, and warranty fields come from Pulsar’s current listings. Any dimension, weight, noise, or certification field Pulsar does not publish is labeled instead of estimated.

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

Pulsar’s PG5250 gas-powered generator is a rugged and reliable portable power source that you can count on when you need it most. The single cylinder, OHV engine produces an impressive 5,250 peak watts of power for running appliances, tools, and more. Convenient fold-down handle and sturdy never-flat wheels provide added mobility and easy storage. So whether you’re caught in power-outage or in need of a portable energy supply while away from home, the PG5250 has got you covered!

Electrical output by fuel

Gasoline
4,250W running / 5,250W starting
Voltage / frequency
120V AC / 60 Hz
Power quality
Not published on current Pulsar listing

Engine, fuel & runtime

Engine
4-stroke OHV, Not published on current Pulsar listing
Starting system
recoil
Fuel tank
4 gal
Gasoline runtime at 50%
8 hr at 50% load
Sound rating
Not published on current Pulsar listing

Connections, size & ownership

Outlets
(2) AC 120V Outlets, (1) 30 AMP RV Outlet, (1) 120/240V TWIST LOCK Outlet, (1) 12V DC Output (Trickle Charge) provide you with ample space for powering appliances, tools, and other devices
Dimensions
Not published on current Pulsar listing
Product weight
Not published on current Pulsar listing
Availability
Available on current Pulsar listing
Carbon-monoxide shutdown
Not listed for this model
CARB / EPA status
Not published on current Pulsar listing
Warranty
3-year limited
Pulsar model / SKU
PG5250

Feature details

Automatic voltage regulation

Pulsar lists regulated output and engine-protection systems for dependable portable power.

Gasoline simplicity

The current listing uses gasoline and publishes the corresponding maximum and rated output.

Built-in protection

Low-oil shutdown and overload protection help protect the engine and connected equipment.

Published half-load runtime

8 hr at 50% load on gasoline, based on Pulsar's current listing.

  • RV and recreation
  • Home essentials
  • Jobsite tools
  • Emergency backup
  • 5,250W maximum gasoline output
  • Gasoline
  • 120V AC output
  • Low-oil and overload protection

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Official sources:Pulsar PG5250All Pulsar generatorsVerified September 15, 2026