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Portable Generators (LTG) for Rent

Trust the United Rentals fleet of portable generator rentals. Our options of small and medium mobile generators are ideal for light-duty commercial jobs or providing emergency backup power when needed.

Cat Class Code
240-3101

Portable Inverter Generator, 10,000-11,900W, Gas Powered

  • Electronic ignition
  • Gasoline powered
  • 8.2 gallon fuel tank capacity
  • 4.6 hour run time under full load
  • Uses: Ideal for providing consistant and portable power for jobsites and for emergency power systems
  • Contact a United Rentals representative for more information
Portable Generator Pack Shot
Cat Class Code
240-2981

Portable Inverter Generator, 2,000-2,400W, Gas Powered

  • Electronic ignition
  • Gasoline powered
  • Run time up to 5 hours on 1 tank of fuel
  • 3 engine speeds available
  • Uses: Ideal for powering tools or equipment for up to 5 hours on 1 tank of gas
  • Add this portable generator to your cart now
Yellow Wacker-Neuson portable inverter generator
Cat Class Code
240-2991

Portable Inverter Generator, 2,500-2,900W, Gas Powered

  • Electronic ignition
  • Gasoline powered
  • Run time up to 5 hours on 1 tank of fuel
  • 3 engine speeds available
  • Uses: Ideal for powering tools or equipment for up to 5 hours on 1 tank of gas
  • Add this portable generator to your cart now
Portable Generator Pack Shot
Cat Class Code
240-3001

Portable Inverter Generator, 3,000-3,400W, Gas Powered

  • Electronic ignition
  • Run time up to 5 hours on 1 tank of fuel
  • Gasoline powered
  • Delivers up to 3.4kW
  • Uses: Ideal for powering tools or equipment such as compressors or grinders
  • Add this portable generator to your cart now
Compact Generator Pack Shot
Cat Class Code
240-3006

Portable Inverter Generator, 3,500-3,900W, Gas Powered

  • Electronic ignition
  • Run time up to 5 hours on 1 tank of fuel
  • Gasoline powered
  • Built with heavy-duty frame
  • Uses: Ideal for powering tools or equipment for up to 5 hours on 1 tank of gas
  • Add this portable generator to your cart now
Portable Generator, 4.0-4.4 kW
Cat Class Code
240-3021

Portable Inverter Generator, 4,000-4,400W, Gas Powered

  • Run time up to 5 hours on 1 tank of fuel
  • Mounted on a wheeled cart for increased portability
  • Gasoline powered
  • Trouble-free operation
  • Uses: Ideal for powering tools or equipment such as compressors, grinders or light towers
  • Add this portable generator to your cart now
Portable Generator
Cat Class Code
240-3041

Portable Inverter Generator, 5,000-5,400W, Gas Powered

  • Run time up to 8 hours on 1 tank of fuel
  • Mounted on a wheeled cart for increased portability
  • Gasoline powered
  • Delivers up to 5.4kW
  • Uses: Ideal for powering tools or equipment such as compressors, grinders or light towers
  • Add this portable generator to your cart now
Black Mi-T-M portable inverter generator
Cat Class Code
240-3036

Portable Inverter Generator, 5,000-6,500W, 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
Yellow Wacker-Neuson portable inverter generator
Cat Class Code
240-3051

Portable Inverter Generator, 5,500-5,900W, Gas Powered

  • Run time up to 5.8 hours on 1 tank of fuel on full load
  • Gasoline powered
  • Built with heavy-duty frame
  • Provide emergency or standby power
  • Uses: Ideal for powering tools or equipment such as compressors, grinders or light towers
  • Add this portable generator to your cart now
Red Multiquip portable inverter generator
Cat Class Code
240-3056

Portable Inverter Generator, 6,000-6,400W, Gas Powered

  • Run time up to 8 hours on 1 tank of fuel on full load
  • Gasoline powered
  • Built with heavy-duty frame
  • Provide emergency or standby power
  • Uses: Ideal for powering tools or equipment such as compressors, grinders or work lights
  • Add this portable generator to your cart now
Yellow Wacker-Neuson portable inverter generator
Cat Class Code
240-3061

Portable Inverter Generator, 6,500-6,900W, Gas Powered

  • Run time up to 6.9 hours on 1 tank of fuel
  • Mounted on a wheeled cart for increased portability
  • Gasoline powered
  • Delivers up to 6.9kW
  • Uses: Ideal for powering tools or equipment such as compressors, grinders or work lights
  • Add this portable generator to your cart now
Black Mi-T-M portable inverter generator
Cat Class Code
240-3071

Portable Inverter Generator, 7,500-7,900W, Gas Powered

  • Run time up to 6.9 hours on 1 tank of fuel on full load
  • Gasoline powered
  • Mounted on a wheeled cart for increased portability
  • Delivers up to 7.9kW
  • Uses: Ideal for powering tools or equipment such as compressors, grinders or work lights
  • Add this portable generator to your cart now
Yellow Wacker-Neuson portable inverter generator
Cat Class Code
240-3091

Portable Inverter Generator, 9,600-9,900W, Gas Powered

  • Run time up to 3.7 hours on 1 tank of fuel on full load
  • Gasoline powered
  • Built with heavy-duty frame
  • Delivers up to 9.9kW
  • Uses: Ideal for powering tools or equipment such as compressors, grinders or work lights
  • Add this portable generator to your cart now
8-8.4kW Portable Generator, Gas Powered
Cat Class Code
240-3076

Towable Inverter Generator, 7,500-7,900W, Gas Powered

  • Full-panel GFCI protection that is OSHA and NEC 2011 compliant
  • Idle control to conserve fuel and reduce noise
  • True Power technology provides clean, smooth operation of sensitive electronics, tools and appliances
  • Large-capacity steel fuel tank with an incorporated fuel gauge to keep you up and running on the jobsite
  • Uses: Ideal for providing consistant and portable power for jobsites and for emergency power systems
  • Contact a United Rentals representative for more information
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FAQs About Portable Generators

Find the right portable generator for rent for your next project from our extensive inventory of products, including inverter generators. Our full fleet includes construction-grade units loaded with quality features and power from 2 to 11.9 kilowatts to satisfy even the most demanding applications. We carry equipment made by top power generation manufacturers like Multiquip, Honda and more to ensure you get the highest quality rental equipment. Learn more about portable generators below to assist you in finding portable generators for rent.

FAQs
Do you have to ground a portable generator?

According to OSHA requirements, the frame of a portable generator does not need to be grounded (connected to earth) because the frame serves as the ground, replacing the grounding electrode. 

How do I hook up a portable generator to a house?

There are a couple of ways to hook up a portable generator to a house. You can plug in each appliance with individual cords into the generator or power a circuit panel using a transfer switch. 

What size portable generator do I need?

Portable generators come in various sizes and should be selected based on the amount of running wattage needed to power the connected equipment. Learn more about how to select the right size mobile generator rental for your next project.