Briggs and Stratton 17kw Generator
The Briggs and Stratton 17kw Standby Generator blends into the landscape with an appealing profile and rated for installation just 18-inches from the home. This Briggs & Stratton 17 kw generator 40661 is sold without a transfer switch—ideal for replacement or upgrade with an existing compatible automatic transfer switch.
Briggs & Stratton PowerProtect standby generators carry the most comprehensive warranty in their class. The 6-Year* Limited Warranty covers parts, labor, and travel for the entire 6-year term. Made in the USA with a commercial-grade Vanguard engine. Connected with a compatible automatic transfer switch, the Briggs and Stratton 17kw Generator Power Management System powers your entire home or just the essentials throughout any power outage.
Briggs & Stratton 17kw Standby Generator
The 17kw Standby Generator has a 993 cc V-Twin OHV Vanguard commercial-grade engine equipped with Low Oil Shutdown to prevent engine damage. This 17kw standby generator also has a high temperature shutdown, LED display, and a built-in battery charger.
17/17kW (LP/NG) 6-year warranty Aluminum standby generator
Product Specifications
Model Number 40661
Manufacturer Briggs and Stratton
Made In USA
Rated Watts 17kW LP Propane / 17kW Natural Gas
Rated Amps 70.8 Amps LP Propane / 70.8 Amps Natural Gas
Voltage 120/240 Volts Single Phase
A/C Ton Rating 5-Ton
Enclosure Aluminum Enclosure with Galvanneal Steel Base
UL Listed UL-2200
Decibel Rating 65 dBA Low Idle / 68 dBA Normal Operation
Type Standby Generator
Series Name PowerProtect
Features Automatic- Starting System, Automatic, Low Oil Alert, Low Oil Shutdown, Mainline Breaker 80 Amps
Battery Requirement- 12-Volt, Group 26 or 51, 540 CCA not included
Weight- 435 lbs
Dimensions- 46.5L x 26.8W x 28.4H
Warranty Information/Consumer Warranty
Briggs and Stratton 6-Year Limited Warranty Covers Parts, Labor, and Travel
Engine Brand- Vanguard Commercial Grade OHV
Engine Size- 993 cc
Engine RPM- 3600
Dura-Bore Cast Iron Cylinder Sleeves
Air Cooled
Alternator Type- Self-Excited, Rotating Field
Frequency-60 Hz
Auto Voltage Regulation
Fuel Type- Natural Gas or LP Propane
NG Power Capacity-17kW
LP Power Capacity- 17kW
NG Consumption @ Full Load- 248 Cubic Feet per Hour
NG Consumption @ Half Load- 170 Cubic Feet per Hour
LP Consumption @ Full Load- 3.3 Gallons per Hour
LP Consumption @ Half Load- 2.1 Gallons per Hour