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Description
Designed to keep delivering power for home essentials or home improvement projects.
Zoom on the Briggs & Stratton 30681
In summary, the Briggs & Stratton 30681 is a portable generator especially useful for:
- RV travellers wishing to enhance their freedom and nomad lifestyle
- Occasional participants of outdoor events, competitions, concerts and festivals
- Food truck owners who want to ensure that their business is fully self-contained and does not rely on potentially unreliable external power
- Homeowners who want to be sure of their ability to power their fridges, cooking tools, heating and lighting equipment during power failures
- Professionals who want to be able to deliver results, even during a power failure
The following sections will present you in detail its power characteristics, the different outlets it offers, its overall portability, the extra features it benefits from, and any relevant emission compliance details.
Power & Run Time
The Briggs & Stratton 30681's design includes a gasoline-fueled 342 cc Briggs & Stratton OHV 4-stroke engine. With a 120/240V output, it gives a running wattage of 5000W and also a peak wattage of 6250W.
The generator features a simple traditional pull-start mechanism.
With a fuel capacity of 7 gallons, the 30681 may run for around 12.5 hours at 50% load with a full tank (fuel consumption around 0.56 GPH).
Outlets
The control panel includes the following 5 AC outlets:
Two Duplexes 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI
120/240V 30A (L14-30R) receptacle
As the 30681 holds a twist-lock L14-30R receptacle, it is transfer switch ready: you'll easily be able to connect it to your breaker box to power your home during a power outage.
Portability
The Briggs & Stratton 30681 has a conventional, open frame design, of the following dimensions: L29 x W25 x H27 in, which offers support and allows it to be raised above ground level. The design is ideal for rough environments and demanding outdoor use.
Although this generator is technically considered 'portable' (in the sense that it can be moved), its 171 lbs make it incredibly difficult to manually lift and transport. Still, once it is on the ground, its wheel kit (⌀10") and its folding handle can easily solve the issue of low mobility and allow for easy relocation of the device.
Features
The 30681's control panel
The generator allows for a quick, easy and convenient assessment of its gas level, as it is equipped with a built-in fuel gauge.
As for its security measures, the device features an overload protection (circuit breaker), letting you use it with a peace of mind.
As for its accessories, apart from the previously mentioned features, the Briggs & Stratton 30681 also comes with the basic documentation and an owner's manual (opens in a new tab), allowing you to start it right away.
Emissions
The Briggs & Stratton 30681 is CARB-compliant. Therefore, its sale and purchase are permitted in all of the 50 states, including California.
Moreover, it features a spark arrestor, making it usable in forested areas.
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The Briggs & Stratton 30681 versus other generators
The following charts are provided to give you an idea of how some of the key specs of the Briggs & Stratton 30681 compare to generators of similar power (between 4500 and 5500 W).
- As its weight is 171 pounds, the Briggs & Stratton 30681 falls in the expected weight range of the devices in the 4500-5500 rated wattage category. In terms of weight, one of the champions in their power range is the Genmax GM6000XiE, standing at just 106.9 lbs.
- The 30681 provides a higher run time than similarly powerful devices, reaching around 12.5 hours at 50% load. Concerning the run times, one of the several devices with a comparable output, offering the highest autonomy, is the Westinghouse WGen5500, which is able to run for around 15 hours.
- Even though run times are undoubtedly important, they are dependent on the fuel capacity to a large extent. For a more wholesome picture, we must take into consideration the fuel consumption of the generator. As this generator uses an estimated 0.56 GPH (gallon per hour) at a 50% load, it finds itself in the average gasoline consumption range of similar products. If not satisfied with the afore-mentioned fuel consumption, you may wish to check out the Genmax GM5500i. With a fuel consumption of as little as 0.41 GPH, it is one of the most efficient generators currently on the market.
Price comparison
As you can see from this interactive chart, when compared to other 4500-5500W generators, the Briggs & Stratton 30681 is on the average side of the price range.
Therefore, this generator nicely fits in the expected budget for this kind of product.
The bottom line
STRENGTHS:
- In the expected price range
- GFCI Outlets
- High run time
AVERAGE SPECS:
- Decent weight (171 lbs)
- Decent fuel efficiency
WEAKNESSES:
- No data center
- No electric start
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Features and Specifications
General
| No |
| Yes |
| No |
| No |
| Gasoline |
| 342 cc Briggs & Stratton OHV 4-stroke |
| Recoil |
| AC: 120/240V 60 Hz |
| 5000 W |
| 6250 W |
| 41.7/20.8 amps |
| 52.1/26 amps |
| 12.5 h |
| Unknown |
| Yes |
| Yes |
| Yes |
|
| No |
| No |
| No |
| Metal, 7 gal |
| Yes |
| 171 lbs |
| 29 x 25 x 27 in |
| Unknown |
| Unknown |
| CARB |
| Overload protection |
| Yes |
| Bonded to frame |
| Wheel kit |
| 2 years |
Unlike many websites, we did our best to research each of the specs above. That being said, we are not immune to making the occasional mistake or omission. Should you notice any missing or incorrect values, don't hesitate to suggest improvements so we can address the issue.
About Briggs & Stratton
Founded in 1908, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Briggs & Stratton is a well renowned American based gasoline engine manufacturer. While the company mainly focuses on engines – including outdoor, power tool, karting, cast iron and aluminum models, power generators are a crucial component of their portfolio as well – Briggs & Stratton provides both portable and standby solutions for casual users with full support, including installation. The company operates on a global scale, with 13 facilities spread across all the of the continents.
Warranty Information
The Briggs &
Stratton 30681 is covered under a warranty for up to 2 years. This warranty may be limited and may not cover all parts of the generator.
For more information about the warranty of Briggs & Stratton generators, please consult Briggs & Stratton's warranty policies stated in the
user manual (opens in a new tab). Alternatively, you can also contact their Customer Support : 1-800-743-4115.
Questions & Answers
What can it power?
Examples of items that can be simultaneously powered.
The examples below are based on a maximum load of 80% and estimated wattages. For a more accurate estimation, use our generator size calculator.
| 1050 | 2150 |
| 875 | 2350 |
| 192 | 1192 |
| 1800 | 1900 |
| 55 | 55 |
| 3972 W | 5447 W |
| 1300 | 1300 |
| 180 | 600 |
| 1800 | 1900 |
| 650 | 650 |
| 55 | 55 |
| 3985 W | 4405 W |
| 1800 | 4500 |
| 1400 | 2500 |
| 250 | 250 |
| 80 | 80 |
| 3530 W | 6230 W |
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