Experience dependable portable power with the Cat RP5500 Portable Generator. Designed for home, recreational, and emergency power applications, it delivers 5,500 watts of running power and 6,875 watts of starting power for a wide range of appliances and equipment.
Powered by a 300 cm³ OHV engine operating at 3,600 RPM, the Cat RP5500 runs on unleaded gasoline with an octane rating above 87. Its 7.9-gallon metal fuel tank provides up to 15 hours of runtime at 50% load. The generator provides 120/240V AC output at 60Hz with AVR voltage regulation.
The Cat RP5500 features GFCI-protected receptacles, snap-fit rubber outlet covers, automatic low-oil shutdown, and an illuminated control panel. Its 4-in-1 digital display shows voltage, frequency, current runtime, and total operating hours. A padded double-hinged handle and never-flat wheels provide convenient portability.
Key Features
- 5,500W Running Power
- 6,875W Starting Power
- 120V / 240V AC Output at 60Hz
- AVR Voltage Regulation
- 2x 5-20R GFCI Duplex Receptacles
- 1x L14-30R Twist-Lock Receptacle
- 300 cm³ OHV Engine
- 3,600 RPM Engine Speed
- Up to 15 Hours of Runtime at 50% Load
- 7.9-Gallon Metal Fuel Tank
- Unleaded Gasoline Above 87 Octane
- 4-in-1 Digital Display
- Automatic Low-Oil Shutdown
- Illuminated Control Panel
- Padded Double-Hinged Handle
- Never-Flat Wheels
- Standard 2-Year Limited Warranty
- Warranty Extended to 3 Years When Registered Within 30 Days
Product Specifications
| Manufacturer | Caterpillar |
|---|---|
| Model Number | RP5500 |
| Product Type | Portable Generator |
| Running Power | 5,500 W |
| Starting Power | 6,875 W |
| Voltage | 120V / 240V |
| Frequency | 60Hz |
| Voltage Regulation | AVR |
| Receptacles | 2x 5-20R GFCI Duplex, 1x L14-30R Twist-Lock |
| Engine Type | OHV |
| Engine Displacement | 300 cm³ |
| Engine Speed | 3,600 RPM |
| Starting Method | Pull |
| Fuel Type | Unleaded Gasoline Above 87 Octane |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 7.9 gal (US) |
| Fuel Tank Material | Metal |
| Fuel Gauge | Dial Gauge |
| Runtime at 50% Load | 15 Hours |
| Lubrication Method | Splash |
| Recommended Oil | SAE 30 or 10W-30 |
| Oil Capacity | 1.1 qt (US) |
| Shutdown Method | Automatic Low Oil Level |
| Certification | EPA |
| Control Panel | Illuminated |
| Handle | Padded, Double Hinged |
| Wheel Type | Never-Flat |
| Digital Display | Voltage, Frequency, Current Runtime, and Total Operating Hours |
| Height | 24.7 in |
| Width | 27.4 in |
| Length | 32.9 in |
| Extended Length | 45.2 in |
| Unit Weight | 163 lb |
| Shipping Weight | 189 lb |
| UPC | 815683020050 |
| Warranty | Standard 2-Year Limited Warranty, Extended to 3-Year Limited Warranty When Registered Within 30 Days |