12 kW Standby Generator Briggs and Stratton

Outlast the next power outage, maintain your family’s comfort and power the basics with a 12kW1 standby generator. Although small, it still packs plenty of power so your home’s basic circuits and small appliances stay on during an outage.

InfoHub™ Wireless Monitoring

Lets you monitor your generator’s status on your computer, tablet or smartphone sending maintenance reminders so your generator is always ready for the next power outage. Sold separately. Click here for more information.

Symphony® II Power Management

Manages the distribution of power to your selected appliances automatically. Load management ensures the generator won’t overload and shutdown so your family can continue with its daily routine. Transfer switch and modules sold separately.

Commercial Vanguard™ Engine

Our in-house state of the art equipment to enhance part control which makes the Vanguard™ Engine one of the best in the industry. For the dirty demanding environments, this engine is built to last.

Best in Class Warranty

Covers parts, labor and travel for the full-length of the warranty.4

Assembled and Engineered in the USA

With domestic and foreign parts.

Corrosion Resistant Durable Enclosure

Made from automotive-grade galvanneal steel to resist rust. Its advanced powder coat paint process results in years of protections against chips and abrasions.

Flexible Placement Options

With the ability to install your generator as close as 18 inches from your home.3

Superior Customer Support

Our product is backed by our nationwide dealer network and call center experts. Complete our web form below or visit the customer support portal to get your questions answered.

 This generator is rated in accordance with UL (Underwriters Laboratories) 2200 (stationary engine generator assemblies) and CSA (Canadian Standards Association) standard C22.2 No.100-14 (motors and generators).

2 See operator’s manual or BRIGGSandSTRATTON.com for complete warranty details.

3 Installations must strictly comply with all applicable codes, industry standards, laws, regulations and provided installation manual. Running engines give off carbon monoxide, an odorless, colorless, poisonous gas so it is important to keep exhaust gas away from any windows, doors, ventilation intakes or crawl spaces. The installation manual contains specific instructions related to generator placement in addition to NFPA 37, including the requirement that carbon monoxide detectors be installed and maintained in your home or business.

4 Subject to credit approval. Minimum monthly payments required. 

Specifications
Model
040517
Running kW (LP)*
12
Running kW (NG)*
11
Running Amps (LP)*
50
Running Amps (NG)*
45.8
Engine Brand
Briggs & Stratton
Engine Displacement (cc)
627cc
Voltage (V)
120/240V AC, Single Phase, 1.0 pf
NG Fuel Consumption at 50% Load** (BTU/hr)
50% Load 119 ft3/hr
LP Fuel Consumption at 50% Load** (BTU/hr)
50% Load = 2.36 gal/hr
Length (in)
28
Width (in)
26
Height (in)
37.2
Weight (lbs)
318
Warranty (Product)***
5 Year Parts, Labor & Travel Limited Warranty
Weekly Exerciser
Standard
Battery Charger
Yes
Control Panel Location
Internal
Type
Air Cooled
Starter Type
Electric
Hour MeterDigital Display
Yes
Color
Gray