Just picked up one of these the other day for $185.
It is a 1500 watt with a 2000 watt surge.It is the same size/weight as the Honda 2000 watt, that everyone has. Only doesn't have the carry handle you need two hands. It doesn't have some features like adjustable idol and only has one electrical plug , no low oil shutdown,
I started up the Honda and this one. It is a little bit louder but no all that noticeable. Hey for $185 how can you go wrong.
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