Briggs and Stratton PowerProtect+ 26kW Home Standby Generator
$7,195.00
Briggs & Stratton PowerProtect+ 26kW Home Standby Generator
The Briggs & Stratton® PowerProtect+ 26kW Home Standby Generator provides high-capacity automatic backup power for homes with demanding electrical loads. It delivers 26kW on liquid propane and 24kW on natural gas, with strong motor-starting capability for equipment such as central air conditioning, well pumps, and other large home loads.
Why Choose PowerProtect+?
- Starts a 5-ton air conditioner: All PowerProtect+ models are engineered for high motor-starting demand.
- 7-year comprehensive limited warranty: Briggs & Stratton covers parts, labor, and travel for covered warranty repairs for the full 7-year term. Terms and exclusions apply.
- EnergyTrak™ remote monitoring: Check generator status from anywhere and enable remote troubleshooting by an installer.
- Vanguard® commercial-grade engine: Built for reliable continuous standby performance.
- Front-facing exhaust: Directs exhaust away from the home and provides greater installation flexibility.
- DuraZen weather protection: Redesigned enclosure with improved resistance to moisture, dust, and vibration.
- Eco-Cise™ weekly test mode: A 16-second exercise cycle helps reduce test noise and fuel consumption.
- Engineered and assembled in the USA: Made with domestic and foreign components.
Important: Automatic Transfer Switch Required
This listing is for the generator only. An automatic transfer switch is not included. A compatible automatic transfer switch is required for automatic standby operation and must be purchased and installed separately as part of the complete home standby system.
Which PowerProtect+ Size Is Right for You?
| Model | LP Output | NG Output | Breaker | Sound |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PowerProtect+ 18kW | 18 kW | 18 kW | 80A | 66 dB(A) |
| PowerProtect+ 22kW | 22 kW | 22 kW | 100A | 66 dB(A) |
| 26kW — This Model | 26 kW | 24 kW | 125A | 67 dB(A) |
Specifications
| Model Number | 040807 |
| Running Watts - Liquid Propane | 26 kW |
| Running Watts - Natural Gas | 24 kW |
| Running Amperage - Liquid Propane | 108.3 amps |
| Running Amperage - Natural Gas | 100 amps |
| Voltage | 120 / 240 |
| Circuit Breaker | 125 amps |
| Engine Brand | Briggs & Stratton® Vanguard® Commercial-Grade |
| Engine Displacement | 993 cc |
| Assembled Size | 46 in. L × 27 in. W × 28 in. H |
| Assembled Weight | 545 lbs. |
| Normal Operating Sound | 67 dB(A) |
| Fuel Consumption - LP, 50% Load | 235,000 BTU/hr |
| Fuel Consumption - NG, 50% Load | 206,000 BTU/hr |
| Limited Warranty | 7 years |