Briggs & Stratton P2200 Review & Buyers Guide
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Briggs & Stratton P2200 Review & Summary
Product Name: Briggs & Stratton P2200
Product Description: Today it is difficult to imagine country life without diesel or petrol generators. This device is necessary for you to have a constant supply of electricity in your household. I have been engaged in gardening for many years and try to choose the tools and equipment of reputable, proven brands. So I decided to make this Briggs & Stratton P2200 review for you.
- Noise Level
- Reliability
- Value vs. Cost
- Ease of Use
Summary
The Briggs & Stratton P2200 inverter generator is reliable, compact, and powerful. It is an optimal option in terms of price and quality. But in pursuit of the lightweight and small size of the body, the manufacturer has not added an automatic starter, which is the only drawback of the model.
About the P2200
Briggs & Stratton was founded in 1908 in Wisconsin. Over a century, this brand has become one of the most technologically advanced. Therefore, any gardener or fan of country life needs to familiarize themselves with Briggs & Stratton P2200 and its analogs’ technical characteristics.
This model of an American inverter generator is in great demand because of its reliability, quietness, and convenience. Here, I will enlighten the major characteristics of the product according to the criteria that are essential for each inverter generator.
Effectiveness
Briggs and Stratton inverter generator model P2200 has a maximum power of 2.2 kilowatts. However, the rated capacity is 1.7 kilowatts. It means that the P2200 inverter generator has sufficient power reserve, and even with an overload of more than 5000 watts, it will continue to operate.
Briggs and Stratton p2200 review is quite efficient and practical, as it connects Briggs and Stratton’s Generator P2200 to a usual two 120V-20A households and one 12V-20A. The device can supply electricity to the household network in the house, hut, or various electrical appliances for 8 hours (at less than 50% load).
The manufacturer applied Quiet Power® technology in this generator model, which makes the inverter motor’s efficiency much higher than its counterparts feature. The 4-stroke OHV engine consumes little fuel. In one hour of operation, the quiet 2200-watt generator consumes just over 1 liter of fuel.
Noise level
Briggs and Stratton quiet generator model P2200 has a noise-proof cover, so the noise level during operation is very low. At maximum power, the equipment makes 59 dBA of noise. It is relatively low compared to various models of generators from other manufacturers. So you do not have to hide the Briggs & Stratton P2200 inverter generator in your garage or anywhere else to get rid of the noise. I was surprised that a power generator with a capacity of 2.2 kilowatts could run so quietly.
Price
The P2200 Briggs & Stratton inverter generator costs about $500-600 in stores. It is not a budget model intended for rare use. This generator belongs to the premium range. You will get a reliable device with low noise, economical engine, safety, high power, and ease of use for the money spent. You have to pay extra for convenience and benefits.
Ease of use
You are unlikely to have any problems using this model of a gasoline inverter generator. This item is smaller than its analogs. The engineers managed to place the engine in an all-metal case with a noise-absorbing cover. The wheels are provided for the convenience of transportation. It is necessary to start the generator using a mechanical starter. There is no battery, so you will have to pull the rope to start the engine. The process is not difficult and straightforward. But the manufacturer has added many connectors to the body. There are even USB connectors! You will have an opportunity to connect the generator to any electrical network and even charge the devices on the street.
Durability
Model P2200 has served me for a long time. I have noticed that the case is made of very strong plastic that resists shocks effectively. The wear-resistant material and robust construction are a guarantee of the longevity of the inverter generator. I have already written in Briggs and Stratton portable generator reviews about the company’s unique technologies used in this model.
P2200 Specs
| Engine type | Inverter petrol engine |
| Running Watts | 2200W |
| Continuous Operating Hours | 8 hrs at 24% load |
| Weight | 54.6 lbs |
| Dimensions | 22.4 x 14.4 x 19.9 inches |
| Outlets | Two (2) 120V-20A household and one (1) 12V-20A |
| Decibel rate, dB(A) | 59 |
| Warranty | 2 years |
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Advantages and Disadvantages of Briggs & Stratton P2200
- Advantages;
- Disadvantages;
- Low noise level;
- Compactness;
- Economical;
- Ruggedness and reliability of construction.
- No electric starter.
Briggs & Stratton P2200 Generator vs. Honda EU7000
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Comparing the P2200 generator vs. Honda EU7000, I have tested these devices for a long time to identify more durable equipment. Japanese inverter generators are competitors to the American generators that I review here. After some testing time, I noticed that Briggs & Stratton generators are more load resistant, and their housing does not wear as much. Also, a Japanese generator is almost twice as expensive as an American model with similar specifications.
Reliable Inverter Generator for Country Life
Overall, I am satisfied with the Briggs & Stratton P2200 generator. It is a very light and powerful device that can be used for tourism, country housework, construction, and much more. There are almost no disadvantages to this model. The only thing I would change is to add an electronic starter so you can start it with the key.
Write in your comments, how often you use the generator and your requirements for such equipment?
