Generac GP6500 specs
Portable generator · Generac · 2 variants · Last verified 2026-10-25
6500 WRunning watts (gas)
8125 WStarting watts (gas)
7.9 gal / 6.9 galFuel tank
172 lbWeight
On record (serial-limited)CPSC recalls
Specifications
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Power output
| Spec | 7672Generac GP6500 (7672) | 7690Generac GP6500 (7690) |
|---|---|---|
| Running watts, gasoline | 6500 W[spec sheet p.2] | 6500 W[spec sheet p.2] |
| Starting watts, gasoline | 8125 W[spec sheet p.2] | 8125 W[spec sheet p.2] |
Fuel and runtime
| Spec | 7672Generac GP6500 (7672) | 7690Generac GP6500 (7690) |
|---|---|---|
| Runtime at 25% load, gasoline | 16.5 hr[spec sheet p.2] | — |
| Runtime at 50% load, gasoline | 11.5 hr[spec sheet p.2] | 10.5 hr[spec sheet p.2] |
| Fuel tank capacity | 7.9 gal[spec sheet p.2] | 6.9 gal[spec sheet p.2] |
Outlets
| Spec | 7672Generac GP6500 (7672) | 7690Generac GP6500 (7690) |
|---|---|---|
| AC outlets | (2) 120V, 20A 5-20R GFCI Duplex Outlets (1) 120/240V, 30A L14-30R Twist Lock Outlet[spec sheet p.1] | (2) 120V, 20A 5-20R GFCI Duplex Outlets (1) 120/240V, 30A L14-30R Twist Lock Outlet[spec sheet p.1] |
Engine
| Spec | 7672Generac GP6500 (7672) | 7690Generac GP6500 (7690) |
|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 389 cc[spec sheet p.2] | 389 cc[spec sheet p.2] |
Features and safety
| Spec | 7672Generac GP6500 (7672) | 7690Generac GP6500 (7690) |
|---|---|---|
| Transfer switch ready | Yes[spec sheet p.1] | Yes[spec sheet p.1] |
| CO safety shutoff | Yes[spec sheet p.1] | — |
Emissions
| Spec | 7672Generac GP6500 (7672) | 7690Generac GP6500 (7690) |
|---|---|---|
| CARB compliant | No[spec sheet p.1] | No[spec sheet p.1] |
Dimensions and weight
| Spec | 7672Generac GP6500 (7672) | 7690Generac GP6500 (7690) |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 27.2 x 27 x 26.5 in (L x W x H)[spec sheet p.2] | 27.2 x 27 x 26.5 in (L x W x H)[spec sheet p.2] |
| Weight | Sources disagree
| 172 lb[spec sheet p.2] |
Variants
Each SKU, model number, deck option and serial-range revision is its own variant. Values are never merged across variants.
7672
Generac GP6500 (7672)
- Fuel types
- gasoline
- Engine
- Engine model not published by the maker
- Why no engine link
- The manufacturer's documents do not name an engine model, so no engine record is linked (engine fields stay on the generator record).
7690
Generac GP6500 (7690)
- Fuel types
- gasoline
- Engine
- Engine model not published by the maker
- Why no engine link
- The manufacturer's documents do not name an engine model, so no engine record is linked (engine fields stay on the generator record).
Maintenance specs and parts
Oil and service specs
| Spec | 7672Generac GP6500 (7672) | 7690Generac GP6500 (7690) |
|---|---|---|
| Engine oil capacity | 1.06 qt[spec sheet p.2] | 1.06 qt[spec sheet p.2] |
| Engine oil type | 10W-30 / SAE 30[spec sheet p.2] | 10W-30 / SAE 30[spec sheet p.2] |
| Spark plug gap | 0.028-0.031 in.[manual p.8] | — |
Part numbers
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| Spec | 7672Generac GP6500 (7672) | 7690Generac GP6500 (7690) |
|---|---|---|
| Spark plug type | F7TC (Bosch)[manual p.8]Find this part: Amazon Sears PartsDirect | — |
Serial tag location
The manufacturer documents we used do not say where the serial tag is. Check the operator's manual.
Manuals and sources
All links go to the manufacturer. Dates are printed dates unless marked otherwise.
- manualGenerac owners_manual gp6500-gp8000e-owners-manual.pdf (Rev. C) www.generac.com · dated 2020-09-04 · retrieved 2026-10-25
- spec sheetGenerac spec_sheet model G0076722 part 10000032664 (Rev. F) productmanuals.generac.com · dated 2026-07-14 · retrieved 2026-10-25
- spec sheetGenerac spec_sheet 7672-gp6500-cosense-portable-generator-spec-sheet.pdf www.generac.com · dated 2020-08-12 · retrieved 2026-10-25
- spec sheetGenerac spec_sheet 7690-gp6500-49st-portable-generator-spec-sheet.pdf www.generac.com · dated 2019-06-27 · retrieved 2026-10-25
Recalls
CPSC recalls for Generac GP6500
3 CPSC recalls on record, limited to listed serial, spec or model numbers (checked 2026-10-25). Search CPSC
- CPSC recall 26407 (2026-04-16): Generac Power Systems Recalls Portable Generators Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Burn and Fire HazardsSold May 2025 through February 2026Units: About 149,400 (In addition, about 260 were sold in Canada)GP6500 model numbers listed: G0076802, G0076722Variant 7672 (model nos. G0076721, G0076722): listed in notice: G0076722Variant 7690 (model nos. G0076902): none of its model numbers are listedRecalled unit types and model numbers are listed below, within limited serial range.Manufacturer lookup: www.generac.com
- CPSC recall 23040 (2022-11-10): CPSC Reannounces Recall of Generac Portable Generators; Additional Finger Amputation and Crushing Injury Reported; New Repair Kit AvailableSold June 2013 through June 2021Units: About 321,160 (In addition, 4,575 were sold in Canada) These portable generators were previously recalled in July 2021GP6500 model numbers listed: G0076720, G0076800, G0076800R, G0076812, G0076830, G0076830R, G0076902, G0076902R, G0076903Variant 7672 (model nos. G0076721, G0076722): none of its model numbers are listedVariant 7690 (model nos. G0076902): listed in notice: G0076902Manufacturer lookup: www.generac.com
- CPSC recall 21173 (2021-07-29): Generac Recalls Portable Generators Due to Finger Amputation and Crushing HazardsSold June 2013 through June 2021Units: About 321,160 (In addition, 4,575 in Canada)GP6500 model numbers listed: G0076720, G0076800, G0076800R, G0076812, G0076830, G0076830R, G0076902, G0076902R, G0076903Variant 7672 (model nos. G0076721, G0076722): none of its model numbers are listedVariant 7690 (model nos. G0076902): listed in notice: G0076902Manufacturer lookup: www.generac.com
A listed recall usually covers only the serial, spec or model numbers in the CPSC notice; check your machine. Try the recall lookup.
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Last verified against manufacturer documents: 2026-10-25. Spotted an error? See contact.