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Predator Backup Generators

Predator generators by Harbor Freight deliver high-value home backup power and jobsite electricity. Featuring quiet inverter enclosures, pure sine outputs, and multi-fuel conversions, Predator models provide accessible emergency power.

Engineering Headquarters Calabasas, California, USA

Factory Warranty Coverage 2-Year Limited Warranty

Lab Tested Fleet 5 Validated Models

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Official Predator Factory Service & Local Contractors

Need authorized warranty repairs or factory parts? Contact official factory support directly or find a certified local generator installer.

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Tested Predator Generators (5)

Showing all lab-tested Predator models

Tri-Fuel Score 8.3/10

Open-Frame Inverter 2.9% THD

Predator : 500cc 4-Stroke OHV Copper-Wound Alternator : Bonded Neutral

Predator 13000 13,000W Peak / 10,000W Running Heavy-Duty Tri-Fuel Home Backup Generator

Best For: Budget 50-amp whole-home tri-fuel backup with local Harbor Freight parts availability.

Running / Surge 10,000W / 13,000W

Noise @ 23ft 73 dBA (Open-Frame)

Fuel & Runtime Gas/LPG/NG (15h)

Backup Outlet NEMA 14-50R

Power Purity <2.9% THD (Bonded)

Weight & Mobility 238 lbs (Wheel Kit)

Lowest Verified Price

$1,299.00

$0.13 / Running Watt

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Dual-Fuel Score 8.7/10

Enclosed Inverter 1.8% THD

Predator : 212cc Predator OHV Inverter Engine : Floating Neutral

Predator 3,500W Peak / 3,000W Running Super Quiet Inverter Generator

Best For: Whole-home backup resilience and jobsite power requiring dependable Floating Neutral operation and clean electrical sine waves.

Running / Surge 3,000W / 3,500W

Noise @ 23ft 57 dBA (Quiet)

Fuel & Runtime Gas EFI (14h)

Backup Outlet NEMA TT-30R

Power Purity <1.8% THD (Floating)

Weight & Mobility 102 lbs (Wheel Kit)

Lowest Verified Price

$799.00

$0.27 / Running Watt

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Dual-Fuel Score 8.6/10

Enclosed Inverter 1.8% THD

Predator : 224cc 4-Stroke OHV Copper-Wound Alternator : Floating Neutral

Predator 5000 5,000W Peak / 3,900W Running Super Quiet Dual-Fuel RV Inverter

Best For: Ultra-quiet 52 dBA RV boondocking and essential 120V home emergency circuits.

Running / Surge 3,900W / 5,000W

Noise @ 23ft 52 dBA (Quiet)

Fuel & Runtime Gas EFI (18.2h)

Backup Outlet NEMA L14-30R

Power Purity <1.8% THD (Floating)

Weight & Mobility 110 lbs (Wheel Kit)

Lowest Verified Price

$1,099.00

$0.28 / Running Watt

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Dual-Fuel Score 8.6/10

Open-Frame Inverter 2.4% THD

Predator : 420cc Predator OHV Commercial Engine : Floating Neutral

Predator 8,750W Peak / 7,000W Running Inverter Generator with CO SECURE

Best For: Whole-home backup resilience and jobsite power requiring dependable Floating Neutral operation and clean electrical sine waves.

Running / Surge 7,000W / 8,750W

Noise @ 23ft 69 dBA (Open-Frame)

Fuel & Runtime Gas EFI (13h)

Backup Outlet NEMA 14-50R

Power Purity <2.4% THD (Floating)

Weight & Mobility 155 lbs (Wheel Kit)

Lowest Verified Price

$999.00

$0.14 / Running Watt

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Dual-Fuel Score 8.5/10

Enclosed Inverter 2% THD

Predator : 459cc 4-Stroke OHV Copper-Wound Alternator : Bonded Neutral

Predator 9500 9,500W Peak / 7,600W Running Super Quiet Enclosed Inverter

Best For: Homeowners and RV owners wanting quiet 240V inverter power with local Harbor Freight store support.

Running / Surge 7,600W / 9,500W

Noise @ 23ft 61.5 dBA (Quiet)

Fuel & Runtime Gas EFI (18.5h)

Backup Outlet NEMA 14-50R

Power Purity <2% THD (Bonded)

Weight & Mobility 257 lbs (Wheel Kit)

Lowest Verified Price

$2,299.00

$0.30 / Running Watt

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