16 kW Aluminum Air-Cooled Standby Generator

16 kW Air-Cooled Standby

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. Our 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 our 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 our 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

Model Number
5244
Rated Power (LP / NG)
16/15 kW
Rated Amps @ 60 Hz
240 V, 1Ø (LP / NG)
67/63
3 Phase Models
Surge Watts - 240V, 1 Ø
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")
48 x 24 x 28
Automatic Transfer Switch (included)
100 Amp / 16 circuit
Weight
414
Typical Retail Price
$3,900

18 kW Aluminum Air-Cooled Standby Generator

16 kW Air-Cooled Standby

The Guardian Elite 18 kW provides the most affordable whole house coverage in the industry. The Guardian Elite 18 kW comes standard with our 200 Amp Service Entrance Rated automatic transfer switch that eliminates the need to add a separate service disconnect when backing up the entire house.

  • 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
  • Automatic Voltage Regulator: Quality electrical output for sensitive electronics
  • Electronic Governor: Fast response to changing electrical loads
  • Whisper-Test™: Low engine speed feature that makes the Guardian Elite 18 kW is as quiet as a car idling in the driveway during the weekly self-testing cycle.
  • 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, textured powder coat paint finish for unmatched durability and all weather protection
  • UL Listed: For safety and certified power ratings
Model Number
5416
Rated Power (LP / NG)
18/16 kW
Rated Amps @ 60 Hz
240 V, 1Ø (LP / NG)
75/66.6
3 Phase Models
Surge Watts - 240V, 1 Ø
31,920
Surge Amps
133
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")
48 x 24 x 28
Automatic Transfer Switch
200 Amp / SE
Weight
451
Typical Retail Price
$4,800