16 kW Aluminum Air-Cooled Standby Generator

If you live near the coast or in an area with a lot of snow, you know how destructive salt and moisture can be. Now you can protect your standby power investment with the Guardian Elite 16 kW aluminum model. Generac's all aluminum enclosure provides corrosion-resistance that is far superior to anything else on the market.

With the Guardian Elite 16 kW, you get the circuit protection of a much larger generator at an incredible price. If you need to run more than one air conditioner and need the extra durability of aluminum, the Guardian Elite 16 kW is the affordable solution. With 33% more circuit coverage than the 13 kW, this powerhouse can start a 5-ton* AND a 3-ton, or two 4-ton air conditioners with plenty of power to spare.

Whisper Quiet Operation
Guardian's exclusive Whisper-Test™ low speed exercise feature makes the 16 kW the quietest air-cooled generator on the market. With Whisper-Test, the Guardian Elite 16 kW is as quiet as a car idling in the driveway during the weekly self-testing cycle.

With Generac's pre-packaged, 16-circuit pre-wired system; installation is fast, easy and inexpensive, making the 16 kW an even better value.

  • Breakthrough Design: Newly designed alternator can start a 5-ton* AND a 3-ton, or two 4-ton air conditioners with plenty of power to spare
  • Circuit Coverage: Protects 16 circuits of your home
  • Automatic Voltage Regulator: Quality electrical output for sensitive electronics
  • Electronic Governor: Fast response to changing electrical loads
  • Generac OHVI® Industrial Engine: The ONLY air-cooled engine designed specifically for generators
    • Longest Life Expectancy in the Industry: Over 3,000 hours of run time
    • No break-in required
    • 2 year, 200 hour service intervals
  • Superior Paint: Tough paint finish for unmatched durability and all weather protection
  • UL Listed: For safety and certified power ratings
* May not start all brands or models of central air conditioners. Make sure the surge capability (Amps) of the generator is greater than the LRA listed on the data plate of the A/C before purchasing.

Generator Set
Model Number 5244
Rated Power (LP / NG) 16/15 kW
Rated Amps @ 60 Hz
240 V, 1Ř (LP / NG) 67/63
3 Phase Models NA
Surge Watts - 240V, 1 Ř 28,080
Surge Amps 117
Engine (Generac OHVI) 992cc /
V-Twin
Alternator RPM 3600
Enclosure Aluminum
Whisper Test Yes
Sound Level (dBA @ exercise) 60
(dBA @ normal operation) 66
Dimensions (L" x W" x H") 48x24x28
Automatic Transfer Switch (included) 100 Amp / 16 circuit
Weight 414
Price Starting at $3,899; Installed starting at $5,295
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