Predator 4000 Generator Review

Before you go out there and buy a generator, it is important that you have an understanding of your power needs. Usually, generators are sold by their energy output, and it usually goes by wattage. What this means is that when you find a generator that has a lot of wattage, it is suitable for large households, and yes, even businesses.

Common essentials you may want to run on a generator include the refrigerator (you don’t want your food to spoil), HVAC system, cooker, pump, and lights. Portable generators are available in a variety of different energy outputs, so you will need to do some research in order to find one that is suitable for you.

Not too long ago, I came across the Predator 4000, and I must say, it appears to be a pretty good portable generator. This particular generator offers a total of 3200 watts, which should be enough to power up most of your essentials. Whenever there’s an emergency or power outage, you can count on this generator.

Predator 4000 Features

Powerful Unit

If you’re out there looking for more power, then look no further than the Predator 4000 generator. This generator is capable of generating up to 6.5 horsepower, offering a total of 3200 watts. To go with this, the generator has numerous outlets, which include 3 prongs, two 120V, 20A duplex outlets, one 240V, 30A twist lock outlet, one 12V DC outlet, and 4 prongs.

Versatile

Yes, the Predator 4000 is definitely versatile. It can be used almost anywhere you choose. You can use it in your home as a backup generator, or you can take it on the road with you and use it during your camping trips. You can even use it on your worksite. Like I said, it’s a versatile generator, which is exactly what I would expect from a portable generator.

Efficient

This generator isn’t going to let you down when it comes to fuel – it is very fuel efficient, and the 212cc OHV gas engine is air cooled. The fuel tank capacity is 4 gallons. It also has outlet receptacles, a control panel that has an on/off switch, and a low oil warning.

Run-time

On 4 gallons of gas, this generator is capable of running up to 10 hours.

Top Tank

The fuel tank on this generator is located on the top of it. Having it situated on top, it makes it easier to put fuel in the tank. The idea behind it being top mounted is to reduce spillage. To make it even better, the cap is large in size, make it easier to refuel it.

Strong and Well-Built

There is no denying the fact that this generator is not only strong, but also well built. Pictures of the generator don’t do it justice – the appearance in person is definitely astonishing. The frame is sturdy, and this is because it is made of steel, which is responsible of protecting those delicate parts. The edges of the generator are smooth and curved, so they’re not dangerous if you were to bump into them. The colors black and red go good together, and I believe it is a great combination.

Predator 4000 Pros and Cons

As with any review, it wouldn’t be fair if we didn’t mention both the pros and cons of the Predator 4000 generator. Let’s start with the pros …

Pros

Quick Start – If you’re familiar with the recoil start feature, you’re not going to have a problem starting this one quickly. The start feature may sound complicated, but trust me, you’re not going to have any troubles getting this one started. Most of the time, all you have to do is pull the string once. However, if the weather is cold, then you may need to pull it a second time to get it started.

User-Friendly

Thanks to the layout that is obviously well thought out, the generator is easy to clean. As for the control panel, it is easy to get to and has a fair amount of features stacked into it.

Run-time

The runtime of the Predator 4000 is definitely an advantage and I must say, it’s pretty impressive for a low-powered unit like this.

Good Amount of Outlets

With the one 240V outlet and four 120V outlets, it has a good amount of outlets to it.

The Price – I like how the Predator generators are affordable, and yes, the price is well worth it, because there are tons of features nesting behind it.

Performance

The performance is definitely something I need to mention in this section. This is the type of engine you can rely on, even during emergencies. Regardless of what you’re using it for, whether you’re taking it camping with you, using it during emergencies when your power is out or taking it to work on your job site, this is a great generator to use. This generator isn’t going to disappoint you.

Easy to Maintain

When it comes to Predator generators, I like how they’re easy to maintain (this is one of the reasons I decided to look into Predator generators). In order to maintain the generator, you don’t need any type of special knowledge. All you really need is a slight understanding of how it works, and that’s enough. All you really need to do is read the user manual that comes with the generator, and you should be good to go.

Cons

Unfortunately, regardless of the product, if you really put it under a microscope, you’re going to find cons to it. However, with this particular generator, as much as I tried, I didn’t really find very many downfalls with it. Here’s the cons I discovered …

It’s a Bit on the Loud Side

The generator has a sound rating of 70 decibels, so you can expect this generator to be a tad bit on the noisy side. If you plan on using it in an area where noise is prohibited during certain times of the day/night, you may want to take this into consideration. However, if you don’t have a noise ordinance in the area you plan on using the generator, the features nesting behind the generator make this downfall worth it.

Heavy

The machine is a bit on the heavy side, so you may need some help when it comes time to move the unit. Interesting enough, I discovered a wheel kit that you can purchase separately for this unit. However, if you cannot afford to purchase the wheel kit with the generator, then portability may be a problem for you.

Hidden Oil Fill

When it comes to the oil fill, there is going to be a bit of a challenge, because it is hard to find. In order to get to the oil fill, you will need to have proper tools. Any time you need to drain the oil or add oil to the generator, you will have this little challenge to look forward to.

Conclusion

I hope my review on the Predator 4000 generator helped make your decision. As you see, the generator does have a lot of great features and the pros outweigh the cons, which is a plus. This is actually a top-rated generator and is well worth the money due to the durability, ease of use, and power. This is a reliable generator that is capable of producing a lot of power (it’s great to have for backup power).

Sure, there are some downfalls, like the fact that it is a bit on the noisy size, hard to move around, and changing the oil is challenging, but despite this, it is still a good buy due to the fact that it is a reliable unit. If you like what you have read in this review and the cons don’t bother you all that much, then you should go ahead and give it a try – you won’t regret it.