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Briggs & Stratton PowerProtect 13kW Dual Fuel (Liquid Propane/Natural Gas) Home Standby Generator Aluminum Enclosure

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Quinn
07/21/2025
One year owning today zero failures can’t beat that peace of mind.
CHRIS Evans
05/09/2025
Runs the well pump, fridge, and my shop tools couldn’t ask for more
laura
01/29/2025
aint let me down once power blips almost fun now
CUSTOMERXYZ
09/02/2024
Installation was smooth, footprint small, neighbors barely hear it.
danielle
12/20/2024
is the enclosure aluminum or steel
A1 SolarStore
It’s rust-proof powder-coated aluminum on a galvanneal steel base — lightweight yet built for coastal climates.
carla flores
09/17/2024
how loud is the generator?
A1 SolarStore
About 65 dB (A) at normal load — roughly the hum of a central A/C condenser — thanks to its insulated aluminum enclosure.
BEN
07/23/2024
How big a house will this 13kW run
A1 SolarStore
In most cases it will cover an average-size U.S. home’s essential loads — lights, fridge, gas furnace, well pump, plus a 3-ton A/C — when wired with a proper load-management switch.

Specification

Features
  • Aluminum enclosure
  • Electric Start
  • LCD Hour Meter
Fuel TechnologyDual Fuel
Fuel type
  • Natural Gas
  • Propane
Generator Breaker70A
Generator TypeHome Standby
Running Wattage13000W
Voltage Output120/240V
ManufacturerBriggs & Stratton
Manufacturer Part #PP13
Operating Temperatures -20°F to 104°F
Warranty7-year limited (parts/labor/travel)
Delivery Time 5-7 business days

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Strengthen your home’s resilience with the Briggs & Stratton PowerProtect™ PP13 13 kW dual-fuel home standby generator. Permanently installed outdoors, it starts automatically within seconds of a utility outage and keeps critical circuits — and your peace of mind — online.

  • 13 kW (propane) / 11.5 kW (natural gas) continuous output for whole-house backup
  • 120/240 V single-phase power — handles modern HVAC systems, well pumps and major appliances
  • Dual-fuel flexibility: connect to your natural-gas line or a liquid-propane tank; NG consumption as low as 65 ft³ per hour at no load
  • Vanguard® 627 cc V-Twin engine — commercial-grade, full-pressure-lubricated and built for 24/7 reliability
  • <5 % THD from a MeccAlte synchronous alternator — clean, safe power for sensitive electronics
  • 65 dB(A) low-idle / 69 dB(A) normal — quieter than most central-AC units
  • Rugged aluminum enclosure resists rust, withstands 186 mph winds and needs only 18 in of clearance
  • InfoHub™ cellular monitoring-ready — check status and receive alerts from your phone (accessory)
  • Industry-leading 7-year limited warranty covers parts, labor and travel

Automatic whole-house protection

Paired with a compatible transfer switch, the PP13 senses utility loss and restores power in under 30 seconds. Weekly 16-second self-test runs keep the engine and electronics ready without wasting fuel.

Dual-fuel economy

Switch effortlessly between natural gas and propane — no jets to change. Propane delivers the full 13 kW rating, while natural gas offers virtually unlimited runtime for extended outages.

Neighborhood-friendly noise levels

An oversized muffler, sound-dampened enclosure and low-idle mode keep operating noise at a modest 65–69 dB(A), comparable to a normal conversation.

Utility-grade, electronics-safe power

The generator’s electronic voltage regulation keeps total harmonic distortion below 5%, protecting laptops, gaming consoles and smart-home hubs from voltage spikes.

Engineered for harsh climates

Sealed aluminum panels resist corrosion, and the 186 mph wind rating exceeds hurricane-force requirements. Built-in low-oil and high-temperature shutdowns, plus vibration isolation mounts, safeguard the engine in scorching or sub-zero conditions.

Size

28.5 in L × 25.5 in W × 37.6 in H

Weight

315 lb

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They provide SimpliPHI® batteries, Sol-Ark® hybrid inverters, and AccESS™ integrated systems for residential and commercial energy storage.

How safe are Briggs & Stratton batteries?

Briggs & Stratton uses Lithium Ferro Phosphate (LFP) chemistry, known for its thermal stability and long lifespan, along with a Battery Management System (BMS) for monitoring.

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Yes, they are eligible for the 30% Federal Solar Tax Credit (ITC) and may qualify for state and local rebates.

Are their products compatible with generators?

Yes, they can integrate with Briggs & Stratton standby generators and other third-party generators for hybrid power solutions.

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