Westinghouse WGen5300DFcv
Westinghouse WGen5300DFcv is a portable generator from Westinghouse, rated 5,300 running watts with 6,500 starting watts on gasoline (4,800 W on propane), measured at 68 dBA.
| Type | portable |
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| Fuel | gasoline, propane |
| Running watts (gas / LP for standby) | 5300 W |
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| Starting watts (gas) | 6500 W |
| Running watts (propane) | 4800 W |
| Starting watts (propane) | 5800 W |
| Noise level | 68 dBA |
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| Runtime at 50% load (gas) | 11 h |
| Runtime at 25% load (gas) | 14.5 h |
| Fuel tank | 4.7 gal |
| Transfer-switch-ready outlet | 30 A |
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| Start type | recoil |
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| CO safety shutoff | Yes |
| Engine displacement | 274 cc |
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| Weight | 135.6 lb |
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What the numbers mean
- At 5,300 running watts on its best fuel, this unit covers a partial-home setup through a 30 A transfer switch or interlock: refrigerator, furnace, a well or sump pump, and lights, with load management for anything bigger.
- Runs on gasoline, propane — expect lower output on propane (roughly 10%) and natural gas (roughly 20%) than on gasoline; the spec table shows the published per-fuel ratings.
- Runtime: 11 h at 50% load on the 4.7-gallon tank — roughly 14.5 h at 25% load (published) .
- Estimated fuel cost for 24 h at ~50% load: about $33 on gasoline at national average prices (assumptions).
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Similar generators
- Westinghouse WGen5300s ( 5,300 W running)
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- Champion 3800W Dual Fuel CARB (201393) ( 3,800 W running)
Frequently asked questions
What can the Westinghouse WGen5300DFcv run during an outage?
With 5,300 running watts on its best fuel, the Westinghouse WGen5300DFcv covers a partial-home setup through a 30 A transfer switch or interlock: refrigerator, furnace, a well or sump pump, and lights, with load management for anything bigger. Add up your actual loads with a sizing worksheet — the bands here are rough guidance, not a load calculation.
How long does the Westinghouse WGen5300DFcv run on a tank of gas?
About 11 hours at 50% load on its 4.7-gallon tank, per the manufacturer's rating. At a lighter 25% load, figure roughly 14.5 hours.
What does the Westinghouse WGen5300DFcv cost to run for a day?
Roughly $33 for 24 hours of continuous operation at about 50% load on gasoline, at national average fuel prices. The assumptions behind this estimate are documented on the methodology page; your fuel price and load change the figure.
Does the Westinghouse WGen5300DFcv have a CO safety shutoff?
Yes — the Westinghouse WGen5300DFcv has a built-in carbon monoxide sensor that shuts the engine down when CO accumulates around the unit. It is a backstop, not a substitute for running the generator outdoors at least 20 feet from the house.
Sources
- westinghouse.com (retrieved 2026-07-23)