Ford FD6700S 5kW Canopied Diesel Generator
- Continuous
- 4.5kW
- Noise
- 72 dB(A) at 7m
- Weight
- 165kg
£2,449.98
Description
A canopied Ford diesel for homes that want dependable backup. The FD6700S gives 4.5kW continuous from a 438cc diesel engine, inside a sound-reducing canopy, with electric start and four wheels to position it. The 13-litre tank covers up to 13 hours at half load, for power cuts that go on longer than expected.
✔ Authorised UK reseller ✔ Free delivery to mainland UK ✔ Prices include VAT ✔ 1-year home warranty
Why buyers choose the FD6700S
- Diesel for standby. Diesel suits long running, and 4.5kW covers the essentials at home.
- Long runtime. Up to 13 hours at 50% load from the 13-litre tank.
- Clear information. A digital display shows voltage, frequency, power, current, temperatures and run time.
- Protected as standard. AVR, low-oil automatic shutdown and an overload circuit breaker.
- Weather-aware panel. The fully closed control panel resists dust and water.
- Moves on four wheels. Wheels and handles help position its 165kg across solid, flat surfaces.
Is it right for you?
Ideal for: home backup for essential circuits, and domestic or leisure use where you want diesel running.
Look elsewhere if: you want automatic start in a power cut, in which case see our standby generators. If you'd like to start it from a distance, the Warrior LDG6500SVWRC has remote start. For longer unattended running, see our long-run generators. If it's for a business or site, talk to us first, because Ford's warranty doesn't cover commercial or industrial use of its canopied diesels.
What will it run?
Plan around the 4.5kW continuous output. The 5kW maximum is for short bursts, such as a motor starting. The 115V 16A socket can supply up to about 1.8kW.
| Appliance | Typical running watts |
|---|---|
| Fridge freezer (higher start-up draw) | 150 to 300W |
| Central heating pump and boiler electrics | 100 to 200W |
| LED lighting for a whole house | 100 to 300W |
| TV and broadband | 100 to 200W |
| Microwave (800W cooking power) | around 1,200W |
| Kettle | 2,500 to 3,000W |
| Electric shower | 7,500W and up: too much for this generator |
Example: fridge freezer 200W + boiler electrics 150W + lights 200W + TV 100W + kettle 3,000W comes to about 3,650W, which leaves around 850W in hand. Don't run the kettle and microwave together. Check the rating plates on your own appliances, as figures vary.
Connecting it for standby
Never plug a generator into a house socket. To power household circuits, have a qualified electrician fit a manual changeover switch so that the generator and the mains can never be connected together. It doesn't support automatic start, so someone needs to start it during a power cut.
Getting it running
- Choose a level, solid base outdoors with clear air around the canopy. At 165kg, keep to firm ground and use mechanical lifting to load it.
- Add 1.6 litres of 15W-40 or 10W-40 oil and check the level before the first start. Low-oil shutdown protects the engine.
- Fill with clean diesel and check that the battery is connected.
- Start it with no load attached and let it settle before plugging in or switching over.
- The outlets are 16A and 32A industrial-style sockets, so use matching plugs, or a suitable splitter box for 13A appliances.
Full specification
| Model | Ford FD6700S |
|---|---|
| Type | Canopied diesel generator |
| Maximum output | 5.0kW / 5.0kVA |
| Continuous output | 4.5kW / 4.5kVA |
| Engine | 438cc, single cylinder, 4-stroke, air-cooled diesel |
| Start | Electric |
| Voltage / phase | 230V and 115V, single phase, 50Hz |
| Outlets | 1 x 230V 32A, 1 x 115V 32A, 1 x 115V 16A |
| Regulation | AVR |
| Protection | Low-oil shutdown, overload circuit breaker |
| Fuel tank | 13 litres, diesel |
| Run time | Up to 13 hours at 50% load |
| Noise | 72 dB(A) at 7m |
| Oil | 1.6L, 15W-40 or 10W-40 |
| Wheels | Four wheels and handles |
| Weight | 165kg |
| Dimensions | 950 x 525 x 740mm |
| Warranty | 1 year / 1,000 hours home and leisure use; not covered for commercial or industrial use, subject to Ford's terms |
FAQs
Is it silent? No. The canopy reduces the noise, but 72 dB(A) at 7m is still clearly audible. Keep it well away from neighbours, or choose one of our silent models.
How much of the power can I use on 110V? Dual-voltage generators usually give only part of their rated output on the lower voltage. Tell us which tools you plan to run and we'll check it for you.
Will it start automatically in a power cut? No. Someone needs to start it. If you want automatic start, see our standby generators.
Can I use it for my business? Ford's warranty doesn't cover its canopied diesels for any commercial or industrial use, so talk to us first and we'll point you to a suitable model. Home and leisure use is covered for 1 year or 1,000 hours. See Ford's full warranty terms.
Not sure it's the right size? Send us your appliance list at sales@generator-uk.co.uk or call 01744 520110, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5pm, and we'll help you size it.
Safety: run outdoors only, well away from doors and windows. Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide. Let the engine cool before refuelling.
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Continuous power4.5kW
Maximum5.0kW
Fuel and tank13 litres, diesel
Run timeUp to 13 hours at 50% load
Noise72 dB(A) at 7m
Weight165kg
Includes VAT and free mainland UK delivery
- Usually delivered in 2 to 5 working daysFree to mainland UK addresses, with tracking. At 165kg it arrives on a pallet, so have a pallet truck or strong helpers ready.
- Warranty1 year / 1,000 hours home and leisure use; not covered for commercial or industrial use, subject to Ford's terms
- 14-day returnsTell us within 14 days of delivery. Read the policy
Overview
A canopied Ford diesel for homes that want dependable backup. The FD6700S gives 4.5kW continuous from a 438cc diesel engine, inside a sound-reducing canopy, with electric start and four wheels to position it. The 13-litre tank covers up to 13 hours at half load, for power cuts that go on longer than expected.
✔ Authorised UK reseller ✔ Free delivery to mainland UK ✔ Prices include VAT ✔ 1-year home warranty
Why buyers choose the FD6700S
- Diesel for standby. Diesel suits long running, and 4.5kW covers the essentials at home.
- Long runtime. Up to 13 hours at 50% load from the 13-litre tank.
- Clear information. A digital display shows voltage, frequency, power, current, temperatures and run time.
- Protected as standard. AVR, low-oil automatic shutdown and an overload circuit breaker.
- Weather-aware panel. The fully closed control panel resists dust and water.
- Moves on four wheels. Wheels and handles help position its 165kg across solid, flat surfaces.
Is it right for you?
Ideal for: home backup for essential circuits, and domestic or leisure use where you want diesel running.
Look elsewhere if: you want automatic start in a power cut, in which case see our standby generators. If you'd like to start it from a distance, the Warrior LDG6500SVWRC has remote start. For longer unattended running, see our long-run generators. If it's for a business or site, talk to us first, because Ford's warranty doesn't cover commercial or industrial use of its canopied diesels.
Will it run my kit?
Tap everything you want to run at the same time. We check it against this generator’s real ratings.
0.0kW running
What will it run?
Plan around the 4.5kW continuous output. The 5kW maximum is for short bursts, such as a motor starting. The 115V 16A socket can supply up to about 1.8kW.
| Appliance | Typical running watts |
|---|---|
| Fridge freezer (higher start-up draw) | 150 to 300W |
| Central heating pump and boiler electrics | 100 to 200W |
| LED lighting for a whole house | 100 to 300W |
| TV and broadband | 100 to 200W |
| Microwave (800W cooking power) | around 1,200W |
| Kettle | 2,500 to 3,000W |
| Electric shower | 7,500W and up: too much for this generator |
Example: fridge freezer 200W + boiler electrics 150W + lights 200W + TV 100W + kettle 3,000W comes to about 3,650W, which leaves around 850W in hand. Don't run the kettle and microwave together. Check the rating plates on your own appliances, as figures vary.
Connecting it for standby
Never plug a generator into a house socket. To power household circuits, have a qualified electrician fit a manual changeover switch so that the generator and the mains can never be connected together. It doesn't support automatic start, so someone needs to start it during a power cut.
Getting it running
- Choose a level, solid base outdoors with clear air around the canopy. At 165kg, keep to firm ground and use mechanical lifting to load it.
- Add 1.6 litres of 15W-40 or 10W-40 oil and check the level before the first start. Low-oil shutdown protects the engine.
- Fill with clean diesel and check that the battery is connected.
- Start it with no load attached and let it settle before plugging in or switching over.
- The outlets are 16A and 32A industrial-style sockets, so use matching plugs, or a suitable splitter box for 13A appliances.
Data sheet
Full specification
| Model | Ford FD6700S |
|---|---|
| Type | Canopied diesel generator |
| Maximum output | 5.0kW / 5.0kVA |
| Continuous output | 4.5kW / 4.5kVA |
| Engine | 438cc, single cylinder, 4-stroke, air-cooled diesel |
| Start | Electric |
| Voltage / phase | 230V and 115V, single phase, 50Hz |
| Outlets | 1 x 230V 32A, 1 x 115V 32A, 1 x 115V 16A |
| Regulation | AVR |
| Protection | Low-oil shutdown, overload circuit breaker |
| Fuel tank | 13 litres, diesel |
| Run time | Up to 13 hours at 50% load |
| Noise | 72 dB(A) at 7m |
| Oil | 1.6L, 15W-40 or 10W-40 |
| Wheels | Four wheels and handles |
| Weight | 165kg |
| Dimensions | 950 x 525 x 740mm |
| Warranty | 1 year / 1,000 hours home and leisure use; not covered for commercial or industrial use, subject to Ford's terms |
Right size?
Compare with the sizes either side
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- Continuous
- 5.0kW
- Noise
- 68 dB(A) at 7m
- Weight
- 168kg
£3,347.50
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Before you buy
Is it silent?
No. The canopy reduces the noise, but 72 dB(A) at 7m is still clearly audible. Keep it well away from neighbours, or choose one of our silent models.
How much of the power can I use on 110V?
Dual-voltage generators usually give only part of their rated output on the lower voltage. Tell us which tools you plan to run and we'll check it for you.
Will it start automatically in a power cut?
No. Someone needs to start it. If you want automatic start, see our standby generators.
Can I use it for my business?
Ford's warranty doesn't cover its canopied diesels for any commercial or industrial use, so talk to us first and we'll point you to a suitable model. Home and leisure use is covered for 1 year or 1,000 hours. See Ford's full warranty terms.
Not sure it's the right size?
Send us your appliance list at sales@generator-uk.co.uk or call 01744 520110, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5pm, and we'll help you size it.
Safety: run outdoors only, well away from doors and windows. Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide. Let the engine cool before refuelling.
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