Briggs & Stratton 26kW Standby Generator
NEW Briggs & Stratton 26kW Standby Generator, the most powerful air-cooled standby generator available. The PowerProtect Series has a sleek and appealing design with tool-less accessibility to all major components for routine maintenance.
NEW Weekly Exercise Test takes just 16 seconds.
NEW Engineered with NGMax Technology. The new standard for more power when running on Natural Gas.
NEW Briggs & Stratton 7-Year Comprehensive Warranty Covers Parts, Labor and Travel.
NEW Symphony Choice Power Management
More powerful than the competition, Briggs and Stratton rates the air-cooled standby at 26kW for LP Propane and 24kW for Natural Gas. PowerProtect Series generators install just 18 inches from your home, taking up less space and fitting into your landscape. The Briggs & Stratton 40678 includes a 200-Amp Automatic Transfer Switch + Symphony Choice Power Management—ideal for new installations with a single main panel rated at 200 Amps or lower. Add Amplify Power Management (see below) for whole house power management.
The 26kW Briggs and Stratton Generator has the longest, most comprehensive warranty of any air-cooled standby. A 6-Year* Limited Warranty covers parts, labor, and travel for the entire 6-year term. Made in the USA with commercial-grade Vanguard engines that lead the industry with rugged and reliable operation. With the included 200-Amp Automatic Transfer Switch, the 26kW generator keeps your entire home supplied with power for the duration of any power outage.
Briggs and Stratton 26kW Generator
The Briggs and Stratton 26kW Generator has a 993 cc V-Twin OHV Vanguard commercial-grade engine equipped with Low Oil Shutdown to prevent engine damage. This standby generator set also has a high temperature shutdown, LED display, and a built-in battery charger. The aluminum enclosure withstands hurricane-force winds up to 186 MPH.
Symphony Choice Power Management puts the power in your hands. Safely prioritize multiple appliances based on need.
26kW Standby Generator 40678 Ratings
Use Rating | Standby Only—Utility Grid Must Connected |
Voltage | 120/240 Volts Single Phase |
Running Watts | 26kW LP Propane / 24kW Natural Gas |
Running Amps | 108.3 Amps LP Propane / 100 Amps Natural Gas |
Main Circuit Breaker | 125 |
Normal Operating Sound | 65 dBA Normal Operation / 63 dBA Low Idle Mode |
Frequency Regulation | ±1.0 Percent |
Engine Speed | 3600 RPM |
26kW Briggs and Stratton Generator
The 26kW Briggs and Stratton Generator restores power to your home during utility outages. Fully automatic, it works in any weather, including hurricanes, Whether you’re at home, away on vacation, or sleeping in your bed, the 26kW generator senses a power outage. Within seconds, the generator starts and signals the automatic transfer switch. The ATS switches from utility to generator power. A compatible power management system allows you to prioritize the most important heavy loads.
Where temperatures fall below 30 degrees Fahrenheit, install a battery warmer and oil warmer to ensure fast, easy starts. In below freezing temperatures, a warm battery provides more power for starting the generator. Warm oil lubricates better, which prolongs engine life and makes it easier to start.
Briggs & Stratton 26kW Home Backup Generator
This Briggs & Stratton 26kW Standby Generator is NOT rated for Prime Power Applications.
The 26kW Briggs and Stratton Generator restores power to your home during utility outages. It works automatically in any weather, day or night. Whether you’re at home, away on vacation, or sleeping in your bed, the 26kW generator senses a power outage. Within seconds, the generator starts and signals the automatic transfer switch. The ATS switches from utility to generator power. Symphony power management prioritizes the most important heavy loads, ensuring that the most critical appliances have the power they need.
This Briggs & Stratton 26kW Standby Generator is NOT rated for Prime Power Applications.
TIP Where temperatures fall below 30 degrees Fahrenheit, install a battery warmer (sold separately) and oil warmer (sold separately) to ensure fast, easy starts. In below freezing temperatures, a warm battery has more power for starting the generator. Warm oil lubricates better, which prolongs engine life and makes it easier to start.
ALL Briggs and Stratton 26kW Generator installations require the use of a Carbon Monoxide Detector inside the home to guard against CO Poisoning.
* Battery Not included—Purchase a 12 Volt, Group BCI 26 or 51, 540 Cold Cranking Amps Battery Locally.
* Enclosure Warranty
- 1-Year Parts/Labor/Travel covers surface rust and corrosion.
- 3-Year Parts/Labor/Travel covers enclosure rust through.
Product Specifications
Model
Model Number; 40803
Manufacturer; Briggs and Stratton Energy Solutions
Made In USA; Yes
Rated Watts; 26kW LP Propane / 24kW Natural Gas
Surge Watts; 65.5 kVA (35% Voltage Dip)
Rated Amps; 108.3 Amps LP Propane / 100 Amps Natural Gas
Voltage; 120/240 Volts Single Phase
A/C Ton Rating; 5-Ton
Enclosure; Aluminum Enclosure with a Galvanneal Steel Base
UL Listed; UL-2200
Decibel Rating; 63 dBA Low Idle Mode / 65 dBA Normal Operation
Type; Standby Generator
Series Name; PowerProtect
Transfer Switch Model; 71270
Features
Starting System; Automatic
Low Oil Alert; Low Oil Shutdown
Mainline Breaker; 125 Amps
Battery Requirement; 12-Volt, Group 26 or 51, 540 CCA
Weight; 540 lbs
Dimensions; 46.5L x 26.8W x 28.4H
Warranty Information
Consumer Warranty; Briggs & Stratton 7-Year Limited Warranty Covers Parts, Labor, and Travel
Engine
Engine Brand; Vanguard M61 Commercial Grade OHV
Engine Size; 993 cc
Engine RPM; 3600
Cast Iron Sleeve; Yes
Cooling System; Air Cooled
Alternator
Alternator Type; Self-Excited, Rotating Field
Frequency; 60 Hz
Auto Voltage Regulation; Yes
Fuel
Fuel Type; Natural Gas or LP Propane
Fuel Gauge; No
NG Power Capacity; 24kW
LP Power Capacity; 26kW
NG Consumption @ Full Load; 323 Cubic Feet per Hour
NG Consumption @ Half Load; 206 Cubic Feet per Hour
LP Consumption @ Full Load; 4.7 Gallons per Hour
LP Consumption @ Half Load; 2.6 Gallons per Hour
Transfer Switches
Transfer Switch Model; 71270
Transfer Switch Amps; 200 Amps
Transfer Switch Circuits; Whole House Service Rated Switch
Ats Poles; 2
Transfer Switch Weight; 49 Pounds