Generac 2500i (82512)
A gas inverter generator rated at 2,200 running and 2,500 starting watts, with a 1-gallon tank and up to 4.5 hours of runtime at half load. It shuts itself off if carbon monoxide builds up.
- Running watts
- 2,200 W
- Starting / surge watts
- 2,500 W
- Fuel
- gasoline
- Best for
- Camping, tailgating and charging electronics, where light weight and low noise matter.
- Not for
- Central air, well pumps or 240V appliances. Buyers in California, as it is not CARB compliant.
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Specifications
| Running watts | 2,200 W |
|---|---|
| Starting / surge watts | 2,500 W |
| Fuel | gasoline |
| Inverter (clean power) | Yes |
| Runtime at 50% load | 4.5 h |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 1 gal |
| Weight | 48 lb |
|---|---|
| Length | 19.7 in |
| Width | 11.4 in |
| Height | 17.9 in |
| CO safety shutoff | Yes |
|---|---|
| CARB compliant | No |
Checked 29 October 2026. Sources: generac.com.