Honda replaced its EX4500, EX5500 and ES6500 with the new EU6500is, rated at 6,500 watts and designed for simultaneous 120-volt and 240-volt output. Compared to the EX5500, the new EU6500is has 33-percent smaller footprint, weighs 35 percent less (at 253 pounds), and about 5 dB(A) quieter at rated load. Honda's Eco-Throttle and inverter reduce gas consumption by 30 percent.
Editors note: This generator has been discontinued by Honda. See the Honda EU2200i generator, as well as the most recent generators from all manufacturers here.
Honda replaced its EX4500, EX5500 and ES6500 with the new EU6500is, rated at 6,500 watts and designed for simultaneous 120-volt and 240-volt output. Compared to the EX5500, the new EU6500is has 33-percent smaller footprint, weighs 35 percent less (at 253 pounds), and about 5 dB(A) quieter at rated load. Honda's Eco-Throttle and inverter reduce gas consumption by 30 percent. The inverter in the new model is credited with enhanced commercial-grade power output at wave-form distortion less than 2.5 percent. Estimated list price: $4,000.
