Simple and Rugged. Stick, TIG and Arc Gouging.

Built for operation in remote locations, the Big Red™ 500 is a simple, rugged diesel engine driven welder for stick welding, TIG and arc gouging. The design features no PC boards, proven reactor technology and the popular Deutz® D2011L3i oil/air-cooled industrial diesel engine for high reliability in jungles, deserts and other extreme environments.

• Simple, Rugged Design
  • Proven reactor technology.
  • No PC boards.
  • Heavy guage steel base, frame, case sides and roof.
• High-Output Welding and Arc Gouging
  • 500 Amps DC stick and DC TIG welding.
  • 8 mm (5/16”) carbon arc gouging.
• Desert Duty™ Rated
  • Rated welding outputs for extreme temperature operation up to 55°C.
• Versatile Receptacle Connections for 60 Hz AC Generator Power
  • Operate common construction tools:
    • 2,400 watts, 120V NEMA receptacles.
    • 1,800 watts, 120V EURO receptacle.
    • 120V receptacles are GFCI protected.
    • 3,600 watts, 240V EURO receptacle, with a port for easily adding an RCD (Residual Current Device).
• Popular Deutz® Industrial Diesel Engine
  • Deutz® D2011L3i, 32 HP, 1800 RPM.
  • 3-cylinder, oil/air-cooled.
  • EPA Tier 4i.
  • Engine protection for low oil pressure and high temperature.
  • Low maintenance and long life.