Light Towers & Generators

From commercial construction to industrial operations and public projects, the United Rentals team of specialized engineers and technicians provides personalized lighting and power solutions, along with 24/7 response.

With more than 900 MW of power in North America, we’ve got you covered. Our full fleet of portable generators and diesel generators, ranging from 20 ekW to 2,000 ekW, fit any size of temporary power need. Designed for turnkey easy installation, these units provide power for jobsites, businesses and municipalities. We have power solutions to meet a planned shutdown, backup power during an outage or peak load, or help to keep operations up and running after a natural disaster strikes.

Additionally, ourtowable light towers and portable work lights solve challenges such as lighting a construction jobsite at night, lighting during a planned shutdown or event, or for emergency response crews working around the clock after a natural disaster.

FAQs

How do I determine what size portable generator I need?

To choose the right size portable generator for your jobsite, you’ll need to consider the total wattage required. To do so, add up the total running wattage of all the power tools or equipment you plan to operate from the generator at the same time. Read on to learn more Tips for Choosing a Portable Generator.

What is explosion-proof lighting?

Explosion-proof lighting refers to lighting fixtures that are able to contain sparks that could ignite flammable gases in the atmosphere. United Rentals has a selection of explosion-proof lighting options, portable work lights and towable light towers to service your jobsite.

Cat Class Code

240-3186

60kW Diesel Generator

Large diesel fuel tank
Quiet operation
25-125 kVA
Manufacturers include Wacker Neuson, Generac and other popular brands
Uses: Ideal for remote site power or emergency backup with sound attenuation available; towable for easy transportation

Cat Class Code

240-3101

1000W fixtures
Unit weighs 42 lbs.
Fixture guards and anti-tip ring for added safety

light tower and water tank on wheels product shot

Cat Class Code

320-4025

Towable Light Tower & Water Tank Trailer Combo

Light tower plus water tank in one unit
Tower rotates 360°
Each unit can light up to 7 acres
Designed for easy leveling

Cat Class Code

555-1062

1,000-1,600W Balloon Light Stand with Cart

Produce bright light without harsh glare or shadows
Extendable stand up to 13'
Mounted to cart for transport
Emission-free electric operation
Add this industrial light stand to your cart now

Cat Class Code

240-4051

1,000kW Diesel Generator

Unit dimensions 359" x 96" x 162"
Large 1,600-gallon diesel fuel tank to maximize uptime
Mounted to highway legal trailer
Runtime up to 23.2 hours on one tank of fuel

Cat Class Code

555-1059

1,000W Balloon Light Stand

Produce bright light without harsh glare or shadows
Extendable stand up to 13'
Self-inflating balloon
Emission-free electric operation
Add this industrial light stand to your cart now

Cat Class Code

320-2170

1,000W Portable Light Stand, Halogen

1,000 total watts
2 500-watt halogen light fixtures
Sturdy light stand
Bulbs in a durable enclosure
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Cat Class Code

320-2100

1,000W Portable Light Stand, Metal Halide

120V electric powered
Unit weight 103 lbs.
Easy light adjustments
Can be broken down to fit into the trunk of a car
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Cat Class Code

320-2160

1,000W Portable Light Stand, Quartz

1,000 total watts
2 500-watt quartz light fixtures
Sturdy light stand
Bulbs in a durable enclosure
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Cat Class Code

240-4060

1,500kW Industrial Mobile Generator

Unit dimensions 576" x 96" x 162"
Large 1,250-gallon diesel fuel tank to maximize uptime
Mounted to highway legal trailers
Runtime up to 13.6 hours on one tank of fuel

Cat Class Code

320-1150

1,500W Portable Light Stand, Metal Halide

4 heavy-duty metal halide lights
Sturdy light stand
Caster wheels for increased portability
6,000 watts total
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Cat Class Code

240-4063

1,600kW Towable Diesel Generator

Large diesel fuel tank to maximize uptime
Voltage regulator controls voltage to within 1%
Emergency stop switch included
Mounted to a highway legal trailer

Cat Class Code

240-3231

100kW Towable Diesel Generator

Large fuel tank to maximize uptime
Emergency stop switch included
Voltage selector switch and multiple outlets
Transported by skid trailer

Cat Class Code

240-3251

125kW Towable Diesel Generator

Large 205-gallon diesel fuel tank to maximize uptime
Unit dimensions 223" x 79" x 99"
Runtime up to 37 hours on one tank of fuel
Transported by skid trailer

Cat Class Code

240-3131

15.2-23.2kW Towable Generator, Diesel Powered

Mounted to a highway-legal towable trailer
19-29kVA actual power capacity
Efficient diesel engine
Power up tools, equipment or light towers
Add this towable generator to your cart now

Cat Class Code

240-3132

15.2-23.2kW Towable Generator, Tier 4 Diesel Compliant

Mounted to a highway-legal towable trailer
19-29kVA actual power capacity
Tier 4 compliant diesel engine
Power up tools, equipment or light towers
Add this towable generator to your cart now

Cat Class Code

240-3256

150kW Towable Diesel Generator

Large fuel tank to maximize uptime
Emergency stop switch included
Voltage selector switch and multiple outlets
Transported by skid trailer

Cat Class Code

240-3286

175kW Towable Diesel Generator

Large 350-gallon diesel fuel tank to maximize uptime
Runtime up to 28.5 hours on one tank of fuel
Unit dimensions 224" x 80" x 100"
Mounted on a trailer

Cat Class Code

320-2145

175W Light Wobble, 110V Metal Halide

175 total watts metal halide light fixtures
110V for standard outlet operation
Shines light in 360 degrees diameter
High-impact plastic case
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Cat Class Code

240-3711

192kW Diesel Generator

Large fuel tank to maximize uptime
Emergency stop switch included
Voltage selector switch and multiple outlets
Transported by trailer

Cat Class Code

240-4065

2,000kW Industrial Mobile Generator

Unit dimensions 576" x 96" x 162"
1,250-gallon diesel fuel tank for increased uptime
9.8 hours runtime at maximum load
Mounted to highway legal trailer

Cat Class Code

320-1200

2,000W Portable Light Stand, Metal Halide

2 1,000-watt light fixtures
Height adjustable between 5' to 8'
25' power cord
Unit weight 42 lbs.
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Cat Class Code

320-1070

2,000W Portable Light Stand, Quartz

2,000 total watts
4 500-watt quartz light fixtures
Sturdy light stand
Bulbs in a durable enclosure
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Cat Class Code

240-2981

2.0-2.4kW Portable Generator, Gas Powered

Electronic ignition
Gasoline powered
Runtime up to 5 hours
Three engine speeds available
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Cat Class Code

240-2991

2.5-2.9kW Portable Generator, Gas Powered

Electronic ignition
Gasoline powered
Runtime up to 5 hours
Three engine speeds available
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Cat Class Code

240-3301

200kW Towable Diesel Generator

Large fuel tank to maximize uptime
Emergency stop switch included
Voltage selector switch and multiple outlets
Transported by trailer

Cat Class Code

240-3311

250kW Towable Diesel Generator

Unit dimensions 234" x 93" x 104"
Large 429-gallon diesel fuel tank for increased uptime
25.7 hours runtime at maximum load
Mounted to trailer

Cat Class Code

320-1062

3-Outlet Extension Cord with GFCI Protection Adapter

Protect against ground circuit faults
Provide power to up to 3 tools or devices
Protection for indoor and outdoor jobsites or events
Accessory to your tool or equipment rental
Add this extension cord to your cart now

Cat Class Code

240-3001

3.0-3.4kW Portable Generator, Gas Powered

Electronic ignition
Gasoline powered
Runtime up to 5 hours on one tank of fuel
Ideal for powering up tools like compressors and grinders
Add this portable generator to your cart now

Cat Class Code

240-3006

3.5-3.9kW Portable Generator, Gas Powered

Electronic ignition
Runtime up to 5 hours on one tank of fuel
Gasoline powered
Ideal for powering up tools like compressors and grinders
Add this portable generator to your cart now

Cat Class Code

240-3321

300kW Towable Diesel Generator

Large fuel tank to maximize uptime
Emergency stop switch included
Voltage selector switch and multiple outlets
Transported by trailer

300W Portable Light Stand, Explosion Proof

Cat Class Code

320-3115

300W Portable Light Stand, Explosion Proof

300 total watts
1-2 light fixtures depending on model
Sturdy light stand
Bulbs in a durable enclosure
Add this light stand to your cart now

Cat Class Code

240-3021

4.0-4.4kW Portable Generator, Gas Powered

Runtime up to 5 hours on one tank of fuel
Mounted on a wheeled cart for increased portability
Gasoline powered
Power up tools, equipment or light towers
Add this portable generator to your cart now

Cat Class Code

240-3166

40-47kW Towable Generator, Diesel Powered

Mounted to a highway-legal towable trailer
50-59 kVA actual power capacity
Efficient diesel engine with quiet operation
Power up tools, equipment or light towers
Add this towable generator to your cart now

Cat Class Code

240-3167

40-47kW Towable Generator, Tier 4 Compliant Diesel

Mounted to a highway-legal towable trailer
50-59 kVA actual power capacity
Tier 4 compliant diesel engine
Power up tools, equipment or light towers
Add this towable generator to your cart now

Cat Class Code

320-2147

400W Light Wobble, 110V Metal Halide

400 total watts metal halide light fixtures
110V for standard outlet operation
Shines light in 360 degrees diameter
High-impact plastic case
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Cat Class Code

320-3120

400W Portable Light Stand, Explosion Proof

Durable casing for explosion proof bulbs
Sturdy light stand
400 total watts
Efficient cool white light
Add this light stand to your cart now

Cat Class Code

320-2500

400W Portable Work Light, Hazard Class 1 Div 2

Designed to be used in Class 1 Division 2 hazardous locations
Sturdy light stand
Extra long power cord
400 watts total
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Cat Class Code

320-3005

40W Fluorescent Light, 4 ft.

40 watt bulbs
Ideal for general purpose lighting
4' wide
Efficient cool white light
Add this work light to your cart now

Cat Class Code

240-3041

5.0-5.4kW Portable Generator, Gas Powered

Runtime up to 8 hours on one tank of fuel
Mounted on a wheeled cart for increased portability
Gasoline powered
Power up tools, equipment or light towers
Add this portable generator to your cart now

Cat Class Code

240-3036

5.0-6.5kW Portable Generator, Diesel Powered

Idle control function to save fuel and reduce noise
Provide power to electronics or tools
Electronic ignition
Runtime up to 32 hours on 50% load
Add this portable generator to your cart now

Cat Class Code

240-3051

5.5-5.9kW Portable Generator, Gasoline Powered

Runtime up to 5.8 hours on one tank of fuel on full load
Gasoline powered
Ideal for powering up tools like compressors and grinders
Provide emergency or standby power
Add this portable generator to your cart now

Cat Class Code

240-3410

500kW Industrial Mobile Generator

Unit dimensions 239" x 96" x 150"
Large 855-gallon diesel fuel tank for increased uptime
25.2 hours runtime at maximum load
Mounted to highway legal trailer

Cat Class Code

320-1020

500W Portable Light Stand

500 total watts
Sturdy light stand
500 total watts
Bulbs in a durable enclosure
Add this light stand to your cart now

Cat Class Code

320-3010

55W Explosion-Proof Fluorescent Light, 4 ft.

Reflectors included for redirection
55 watt bulbs
4' wide
Efficient cool white light
Add this work light to your cart now

Cat Class Code

240-3056

6.0-6.4kW Portable Generator, Gasoline Powered

Runtime up to 8 hours on one tank of fuel on full load
Gasoline powered
Ideal for powering up tools like compressors and grinders
Provide emergency or standby power
Add this portable generator to your cart now

Cat Class Code

240-3061

6.5-6.9kW Portable Generator, Gas Powered

Runtime up to 6.9 hours on one tank of fuel
Mounted on a wheeled cart for increased portability
Gasoline powered
Power up tools, equipment or light towers
Add this portable generator to your cart now

Cat Class Code

240-3196

68-71kW Towable Generator, Diesel Powered

Mounted to a highway-legal towable trailer
85-88.75kVA actual power capacity
Efficient diesel engine
Power up tools, equipment or light towers
Add this towable generator to your cart now

Cat Class Code

240-3071

7.5-7.9kW Portable Generator, Gasoline Powered

Runtime up to 6.9 hours on one tank of fuel on full load
Gasoline powered
Ideal for powering up tools like compressors and grinders
Provide emergency or standby power
Add this portable generator to your cart now

Cat Class Code

240-3189

70-84kVA Offshore Generator

Easy to transport
56-67kW power capacity
Diesel powered
Power up tools, equipment or light towers
Add this offshore generator to your cart now

Cat Class Code

320-1065

70W Magnetic Base Work Light, Metal Halide

Feed through switch included
Metal halide construction for industrial applications
Secure to equipment with magnetic base
Extra long power cord included
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Cat Class Code

320-2140

70W Portable Work Light, Explosion Proof

70 total watts
Sturdy small light stand
Bulbs in a tough enclosure
Explosion proof durability
Add this work light to your cart now

Cat Class Code

320-2155

800W Portable Light Stand, Hazardous Location

800 total watts
2 400-watt light fixtures
Sturdy light stand
Bulbs in a durable enclosure
Add this light stand to your cart now

Cat Class Code

240-3225

88-89kW Towable Generator, Diesel Powered

Mounted to a highway-legal towable trailer
111-123kVA actual power capacity
Efficient diesel engine with quiet operation
Power up tools, equipment or light towers
Add this towable generator to your cart now

Cat Class Code

240-3091

9.6-9.9kW Portable Generator, Gasoline Powered

Runtime up to 3.7 hours on one tank of fuel on full load
Gasoline powered
Ideal for powering up tools like compressors and grinders
Durable frames
Add this portable generator to your cart now

Cat Class Code

555-1063

Balloon Light Diffuser

Cat Class Code

320-1060

Caged Drop Light, 110V Electric Powered

Durable construction
Ideal for temporary indoor or outdoor work lighting
Extra long power cord
Cage and cord brightly colored
Add this work light to your cart now

Cat Class Code

320-1061

Caged Drop Light, Wet Location, 120V Electric Powered

50' electrical cord included
Ideal for temporary indoor or outdoor work lighting
Extra long power cord up to 100'
Cage and cord brightly colored
Add this work light to your cart now

Cat Class Code

320-2180

Converter Transformer, 110V to 12V

Step down input 110V to output 12V
Small convenient size
Ideal for portable equipment
Indoor use only
Add this converter transformer to your cart now

Cat Class Code

320-2190

Drop Light, Explosion Proof, 110V Electric Powered

Durable construction designed to not shatter
Ideal for temporary indoor or outdoor work lighting
Extra long power cord
Plugs into a standard outlet
Add this work light to your cart now

Cat Class Code

320-1067

Explosion Proof LED Light, Magnetic Base

Durable casing for explosion proof bulbs
Secure to equipment with magnetic base
Extra long power cord
Wattage varies according to model
Add this work light to your cart now

Cat Class Code

320-1010

Flashlight Radar Light

Cat Class Code

320-3020

Handheld Explosion-Proof LED Light, 12V Inline Transformer

Step down transformer
Durable glass dome and cage
Long power cord length
Efficient LED light
Add this LED work light to your cart now

Woodhead Explosion Proof Lighting Pack Shot

Cat Class Code

320-2135

Handheld Explosion-Proof Light, Inline Transformer

Step down transformer
Durable glass dome and cage
Long power cord length
Portable and lightweight
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Cat Class Code

320-2130

Handheld Explosion-Proof Work Light, 12V

Long power cord length
Durable dome to protect bulb
No inline transformer
Portable and lightweight
Add this work light to your cart now

Cat Class Code

320-3058

Battery powered
Ideal for working on electrical panels, plumbing or any other work in cramped areas
Durable construction
Clips onto belts or pockets
Add this mini flashlight to your cart now

Cat Class Code

320-2400

Outdoor Work Light String, 100 ft.

Plastic cages included
Bright yellow for visibility
Ideal for industrial applications
Up to 10 light bulb sockets
Add this work light string to your cart now

Cat Class Code

320-3030

Outdoor Work Light String, 12V Explosion Proof

Bulb cases included
Explosion proof durability
Ideal for industrial applications
Up to 5 light bulb sockets
Add this work light string to your cart now

Cat Class Code

320-3045

Outdoor Work Light String, 5-Head, Explosion Proof

120V electric powered
Up to 5 hand lamps with drop cord
Up to 100' power cord
Explosion proof durability
Add this work light string to your cart now

Cat Class Code

320-2395

Outdoor Work Light String, 50 ft.

Plastic cages included
Bright yellow for visibility
Ideal for industrial applications
Up to 5 light bulb sockets
Add this work light string to your cart now

Cat Class Code

320-3040

Outdoor Work Light String, 70W LED Explosion Proof

70 total watts
Up to 6 hand lamps with drop cord
Energy efficient bright LED light
Explosion proof durability
Add this work light string to your cart now

Cat Class Code

320-2405

Outdoor Work Light String, Heavy Duty, 50 ft.

Heavy duty cages included
Bright yellow power cord for visibility
Ideal for industrial applications
Up to 5 light bulb sockets
Add this work light string to your cart now

Cat Class Code

320-4001

Small Towable Light Tower with 6kW Generator, 4,200W, Vertical Mast, Diesel

Four 1,050W halide fixtures on extendable vertical mast up to 23'
Fuel-efficient diesel generator
359-degree rotational mast for total illumination on-site
120V and 140V convenient outlets for small equipment, hand tools and electronics
Add this towable light tower to your cart now

Cat Class Code

320-4010

Towable Light Tower with 16-20kW Generator, Diesel

Light tower and generator in one unit
Tower rotates 360 degrees
Each unit can light up to 7 acres
Fuel-efficient diesel generator
Add this towable light tower to your cart now

Cat Class Code

320-4011

Towable Light Tower with 16-20kW Generator, Vertical Mast, Diesel

Halide fixtures on extendable vertical mast
Fuel-efficient diesel generator
359-degree rotational mast for total illumination on-site
120V and 140V convenient outlets for small equipment, hand tools and electronics
Add this towable light tower to your cart now

Cat Class Code

320-4004

Towable Light Tower with 6kW Generator, 4,200W, Diesel

Four 1,050W halide fixtures
Fuel-efficient diesel generator
No warming up or cooling down period
Convenient power for small equipment, hand tools and electronics
Add this towable light tower to your cart now

Cat Class Code

320-4000

Towable Light Tower with 6kW Generator, 4,200W, Vertical Mast, Diesel

Four 1,050W halide fixtures on extendable vertical mast up to 25'
Fuel-efficient diesel generator
359-degree rotational mast for total illumination on-site
120V and 140V convenient outlets for small equipment, hand tools and electronics
Add this towable light tower to your cart now

Cat Class Code

320-4005

Towable Light Tower with 8-15kW Generator, 4,200W, Vertical Mast, Diesel

Four 1,050W halide fixtures on extendable vertical mast up to 25'
359-degree ground rotational mast for total illumination on-site
120V and 140V convenient outlets for small equipment, hand tools and electronics
Stable 4-point stance can withstand up to 65 mph winds
Add this towable light tower to your cart now