Experience reliable, automatic home backup power with the Briggs & Stratton 13kW PowerProtect Series Standby Generator (Model 40746). Designed as a standalone generator unit where the automatic transfer switch is sold separately, this system automatically restores power seconds after an utility outage occurs.
Powered by a commercial-grade Vanguard 627 cc OHV engine with a cast iron sleeve operating at 3600 RPM, it delivers dependable performance on either natural gas (11.5kW capacity) or liquid propane (13kW capacity). Styled with a sleek, space-saving landscape profile, it features an aluminum enclosure on a galvanneal steel base, easy no-tool component access, a thermally protected fuel system, and the longest, most comprehensive standard warranty in its class covering parts, labor, and travel for 7 full years.
Key Features
- Briggs & Stratton 13kW PowerProtect Series Standby Generator Unit
- ATS Sold Separately (Choose Your Transfer Switch to Fit Your Needs)
- Vanguard Commercial Grade 627 cc OHV Engine with Cast Iron Sleeve
- Runs on Natural Gas (11.5kW) or LP Propane (13kW)
- Automatically Restores Power Seconds After an Outage
- Sleek, Appealing Design That Fits Into Neighborhood Landscapes
- Easy, No-Tool Access to Major Components and Maintenance Items
- Thermally Protected Fuel System Shuts Off Fuel in the Event of a Fire
- Durable Aluminum Enclosure on a Galvanneal Steel Base
- UL-2200 Listed and Proudly Made in the USA
- Industry-Leading 7-Year Consumer Warranty Covering Parts, Labor, and Travel
Product Specifications
| Manufacturer | Briggs and Stratton |
|---|---|
| Model Number | 40746 |
| Series Name | PowerProtect |
| Type | Standby Generator (ATS Sold Separately) |
| Made In USA | Yes |
| Rated Watts | 13 kW (NG Power Capacity: 11.5kW / LP Power Capacity: 13kW) |
| Rated Watts Filter | 13 to 15.9 kW |
| Rated Amps | 54.2 Amps |
| Voltage & Filter | 120/240 Volts Single Phase (120/240 Volts) |
| A/C Ton Rating | 4-Ton |
| Enclosure | Aluminum Enclosure with Galvanneal Steel Base |
| UL Listed | UL-2200 |
| Decibel Rating | 65 dBA Low Idle / 69 dBA Normal Operation |
| Generator Weight | 315 Pounds |
| Generator Dimensions (L x W x H) | 28.5L x 25.5W x 37.6H Inches |
| Starting System | Automatic |
| Low Oil Alert | Low Oil Shutdown |
| Mainline Breaker | 70 Amps |
| Battery Requirement | 12-Volt, Group 26 or 51, 540 CCA |
| Engine Brand | Vanguard Commercial Grade OHV |
| Engine Size & RPM | 627 cc | 3600 RPM (Cast Iron Sleeve: Yes) |
| Cooling System | Air Cooled |
| Alternator Type & Freq | Synchronous, Self-Excited, Rotating Field | 60 Hz (Auto Voltage Regulation: Yes) |
| Fuel Type & Filter | Natural Gas or LP Propane (Natural Gas or Propane) |
| Fuel Gauge | No |
| NG Consumption | Full Load: 212 Cubic Feet per Hour | Half Load: 119 Cubic Feet per Hour |
| LP Consumption | Full Load: 2.9 Gallons per Hour | Half Load: 1.7 Gallons per Hour |
| Consumer Warranty | Briggs and Stratton 7-Year Limited Warranty Covers Parts, Labor, and Travel |
- Brand: Briggs & Stratton
- Product Code: 40746
- Availability: In Stock