How Long Will A Generator Run On Propane Tank. If you have added a 500-gallon tank to your generator it will run the generator continuously for about a week or so. 5hp x 10000 btu would consume 50000 btu per hour.
On 100 gallons of a propane tank a 7kW generator offers the runtime of 66 hours while for the same a 12 kW generator will run for 36 hours. Ad Powerful Durable and Portable Home Generators. It is from the Generac web site for installing standby generator systems.
Other elements to take into consideration are fuel source tank size and generator type.
A 1000-gallon tank will last for 2 weeks. Besides how long will a generator run on propane. This depends on consumption but ideally a 1000-gallon propane tank can run for up to two weeks. Answer 1 of 2.
