Powermate PM0601250 - 12,500 Watt Electric Start Generator w/ Subaru Engine

This generator is definitely one of the best out on the market for it's type. Living in Houston, TX requires a generator if you plan on making it through what Mother Nature throws at us now and then.

I did a lot of research and there are many generators out that claim power capacities but the ads are misleading. You have to know what you need and find out the facts about the generator ratings before you buy.

This 12kW generator from Powermate is simple yet built to last. The Subaru/Robin engine has the features that you need to ensure reliability and long life.

Like anytging else proper maintenance is the key. The generator itself is a quality unit that uses quality materials and a simple design. A lot of time was spent looking for the right generator head and this is one of the best ones. When buying a generator, look for features that will last rather than fancy electronics that will fail over time due to long term storage.

The power output is what is truly going to make or break a generator. This unit puts the full power rating, 50A, to the main plug outlet rather than splitting the power across the multiple outlets typically provided. Some units claim to be rated the same but will not allow the full power to one outlet.

Overall the folks at EGD are great to deal with, followed through with the order, and the shipping company, R&L Shipping, delivered the heavy unit on time, with no issues at all.

The driver even pulled the unit down a very long driveway and placed it exactly where my shipping instruction were to drop it. Very satisfied with the delivery service provided.

You won't be disappointed with this Powermate generator and thanks to EGD for great customer service and a great deal.

This generator is definitely one of the best out on the market for it's type. Living in Houston, TX requires a generator if you plan on making it through what Mother Nature throws at us now and then.

I did a lot of research and there are many generators out that claim power capacities but the ads are misleading. You have to know what you need and find out the facts about the generator ratings before you buy.

This 12kW generator from Powermate is simple yet built to last. The Subaru/Robin engine has the features that you need to ensure reliability and long life. <... more

This is a great generator and a workhorse at that!

But, if you buy one of these be prepared to have a jump start battery on hand. These things have been in storage long enough that their storage batteries are basically dead. Mine had a reading of 4.2 volts, definitely not enough to turn over the starter, let alone the 22 HP Subaru engine.

Imagine my disappointment when I uncrated the generator, put on the wheel kit, put the oil in, mixed up some sta-bil fuel, hooked up the battery, and when I turned the key.....Nothing!!! I jumped the battery with battery cables and it came right to life. You would think they would send out another battery but noooo! I was directed to 3 service sites in my area. And this thing hadn't even been out of the box an hour yet.

This is a great generator and a workhorse at that!

But, if you buy one of these be prepared to have a jump start battery on hand. These things have been in storage long enough that their storage batteries are basically dead. Mine had a reading of 4.2 volts, definitely not enough to turn over the starter, let alone the 22 HP Subaru engine.

Imagine my disappointment when I uncrated the generator, put on the wheel kit, put the oil in, mixed up some sta-bil fuel, hooked up the battery, and when I turned the key.....Nothing!!! I jumped the battery with battery cables... more