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Built for the Outdoors!™ Great for anyone who needs portable DC stick welding and AC generator power! The Low-Lift™ grab bars on both ends make lifting the Outback® 185 on and off truck beds easy. The compact Outback® 185 is easy to start with all engine controls on the front of the machine, and it’s easy to use for welding. Use the AC generator power for a variety of applications described below with the large 6.8 gallon (25.7 liter) fuel tank! Plug in a Lincoln Electric POWER MIG® 140C or POWER MIG® 180C for wire welding too.

Features

  • All Engine Controls on Front Control Panel - Front panel includes electric start switch and engine choke control, which allows for easy access for starting, especially when mounted on truck beds.
  • 1-1/4 in. (32 mm) Diameter Rugged Tube Frame - Great for all-around sturdy protection and has holes in base cross members for easy truck mounting.
  • Weld with up to 5/32 in. (4 mm) Stick Electrode - Up to 185 amps of DC output for many applications.
  • 5,700 Watts Peak AC Generator Power (5,200 Watts Continuous) - Plug in work lights, grinder, pump, motor starting, or use for emergency power. Expand your capabilities by plugging in a Lincoln Electric POWER MIG® 140C or POWER MIG® 180C for wire welding or a Lincoln Electric Tomahawk® 375 Air to cut metal.
  • 6.8 Gallon (25.7 Liter) Fuel Tank - Less frequent re-fueling, for extended run times. Large fuel fill opening for easy re-fueling too!
  • Low-Lift™ Grab Bars - Provide more leverage for lifting unit on and off truck beds and extra protection against product damage.
  • Combination Muffler/Spark Arrestor - Virtually eliminates spark emissions.
  • Automatic Engine Idler - Improves fuel economy and engine life and reduces noise.

What's Included?

  • (1) Outback 185 Engine Driven Welder
  • Output Range: 50-185A DC
  • Voltage: 25V DC
  • Duty Cycle: 100% at 100A, 60% at 130A, 20% at 150A
  • Peak AC Generator Power: 5,700 Watts
  • Continuous AC Generator Power: 5,200 Watts
  • Engine Horsepower: 14 HP @ 3,600 RPM
  • Engine Cylinders: 1
  • Fuel Consumption (High Idle): 0.5 gallons / hour (1.7 L/hour)
  • Fuel Consumption (Full Load): 1.09 gallons/hour @ 3,400 RPM
  • Fuel Consumption (Low Idle): 0.2 gallons / hour (0.8 L/hour)
  • Operating Speeds: Full Load 3,400 RPM, High Idle 3,750 RPM, Low Idle 2,275 RPM
  • Length: 31.5 in (800 mm)
  • Width: 21.8 in (553 mm)
  • Height: 25.6 in (651 mm)
  • Weight: 295 lbs (134 kg)
  • Fuel Tank Capacity: 6.8 gallons (25.7 L)
  • Stick Electrode Maximum Size: 5/32 in (4 mm)
  • Frame Diameter: 1-1/4 in (32 mm)
  • Engine Model: Kohler CH440
  • Engine Cooling: Air
  • Fuel Type: Gas
  • Output Polarity: DC
  • Tap or Continuous Control: Continuous
  • Multifunctional Equipment: Welder; Generator
  • Weld Modes: CC-Stick
  • Auxiliary Output Voltage: 120; 240 V
  • Single Phase Auxiliary Output: 5,200 Watts Continuous, 120/240V
  • Auxiliary Output Frequency: 60 Hz
  • Receptacle Types: NEMA 5-20R; NEMA 6-50R
  • Welding Controls: Reactor
  • VRD: No
  • Jumper Terminals: No
  • Oil Capacity: 1.1 L (1.2 qts)
  • Temperature Rating at Rated Output: 40 C
  • Engine Controller: Mechanical
  • Engine Type: Carburetor
  • Output Mode: CC
  • Max Rating: 150A / 25V / 20% @ 40 C
  • User Interface Type: Continuous Knob
  • Auxiliary Output Type (Phase): Single Phase
  • Country of Origin: United States
  • Engine Description: 1 Cylinder Air Cooled Gasoline Engine
  • Case Type: Powder Painted Steel Frame

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