Pulsar · Portable generator · Model PG5250BCO
PG5250BCO
Dual-Fuel Portable Generator with CO Sentry

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The deciding numbers, made visual.
5,250 starting watts
Size continuous loads against running watts and the largest motor startup against starting watts.
Gasoline
10 hr at 50% load
4,250W run
5,250W start
Propane
3,850W run
4,750W start
Fuel tank
4 gal
Not published on current Pulsar listing
Product weight
Not published on current Pulsar listing
Product dimensions
- Current Pulsar price
- $699.00
- Availability
- Available
- Warranty
- 3-year limited
Starting
Not published on current Pulsar listing
Power quality
Not published on current Pulsar listing
Voltage
120V AC
CO shutdown
Yes · CO Sentry
CARB / EPA compliant
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Complete specifications
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.
Product overview
The Pulsar PG5250BCO Dual Fuel Portable Generator offers a convenient and powerful solution for a range of applications, including job sites, homes, and recreational activities. With 5250 peak watts and 4250 rated watts, this generator provides ample power to handle heavy electrical loads, as well as multiple smaller load appliances simultaneously.
Electrical output by fuel
- Gasoline
- 4,250W running / 5,250W starting
- Propane
- 3,850W running / 4,750W starting
- Voltage / frequency
- 120V AC / 60 Hz
- Power quality
- Not published on current Pulsar listing
Engine, fuel & runtime
- Engine
- 4-stroke OHV, 224 cc
- Starting system
- Not published on current Pulsar listing
- Fuel tank
- 4 gal
- Gasoline runtime at 50%
- 10 hr at 50% load
- Sound rating
- Not published on current Pulsar listing
Connections, size & ownership
- Outlets
- Switch and Go technology allows for easy switching between propane and gasoline fuel sources while the generator is running, providing additional flexibility and convenience. The generator is powered by a 224cc, 7hp engine, and is equipped with two 120v outlets, one 30Amp RV outlet, and one 120/240V twist-lock outlet, enabling you to power all your tools and devices with ease. Two 120V receptacles, One 30Amp RV receptacle, and One 120/240V twist-lock receptacle
- Dimensions
- Not published on current Pulsar listing
- Product weight
- Not published on current Pulsar listing
- Availability
- Available on current Pulsar listing
- Carbon-monoxide shutdown
- Yes — CO Sentry
- CARB / EPA status
- CARB / EPA compliant
- Warranty
- 3-year limited
- Pulsar model / SKU
- PG5250BCO
Feature details
Automatic voltage regulation
Pulsar lists regulated output and engine-protection systems for dependable portable power.
Dual-fuel flexibility
Fuel-specific running and starting ratings are separated so buyers can size loads accurately.
CO Sentry protection
The onboard sensor shuts the generator down when unsafe carbon-monoxide accumulation is detected.
Published half-load runtime
10 hr at 50% load on gasoline, based on Pulsar's current listing.
Best-fit uses
- RV and recreation
- Home essentials
- Jobsite tools
- Emergency backup
Standout features
- 5,250W maximum gasoline output
- Gasoline + Propane
- 120V AC output
- CO Sentry shutdown
Match it to the equipment you’ll actually run.
Use the independent wattage calculator before buying.