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- A-iPower GXS11300RT
- DuroStar DS11000DX
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| Specification | A-iPower GXS11300RT | DuroStar DS11000DX |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Tri-Fuel | Dual-Fuel |
| Inverter | No | No |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | Yes | Yes |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 9000 W | Winner: Winner: 9000 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 11300 W | 11000 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | 78 dB | Winner: Winner: 74 dB |
| Weight | Winner: Winner: 224.9 lbs | 230 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Not available | Winner: Winner: 9 h |
| Run time @25% load | 18 h | 19 h |
| Fuel tank | 9.5 gal | 8.3 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 28.8 x 28 x 26.7 | 29 x 30 x 26 in |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120/240 | 120/240V 60 Hz |
| Voltage (DC) | 12 | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Covered outlets | Yes | No |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | Not available | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 459 cc OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve | 457 cc OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric, Remote | Recoil, Electric |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 5 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 9000 W | 9000 W |
| Starting watts | 11300 W | 11000 W |
| Running amps (120V) | Not available | Not available |
| Running amps (240V) | Not available | Not available |
| Peak amps (120V) | Not available | Not available |
| Peak amps (240V) | Not available | Not available |
| Run time @50% load | Not available | 9 h |
| Run time @25% load | 18 h | 19 h |
| Natural gas | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 7200 W | Not available |
| Starting watts | 9000 W | Not available |
| Running amps (120V) | Not available | Not available |
| Running amps (240V) | Not available | Not available |
| Peak amps (120V) | Not available | Not available |
| Peak amps (240V) | Not available | Not available |
| Run time @50% load | Not available | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Propane | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 8100 W | 8550 W |
| Starting watts | 10100 W | 10450 W |
| Running amps (120V) | Not available | Not available |
| Running amps (240V) | Not available | Not available |
| Peak amps (120V) | Not available | Not available |
| Peak amps (240V) | Not available | Not available |
| Run time @50% load | Not available | 3.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | 8 h | 7 h |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | true | true |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 | CARB, EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | true | Not available |
| UPC | 850016881731 | 811640016722 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 9000 | 9000 |
| Running Watts (Propane) | 8100 | 8550 |
| Running Watts (Natural Gas) | 7200 | Not available |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 11300 | 11000 |
| Starting Watts (Propane) | 10100 | 10450 |
| Starting Watts (Natural Gas) | 9000 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 9 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | Not available | 3.5 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 18 | 19 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Propane) | 8 | 7 |
| AC Outlet Types | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI; 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R); 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R); 1x 120/240V 50A (14-50R) | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI; 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R); 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R); 1x 120/240V 50A (14-50R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke | OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve |
| Engine Displacement | 459 | 457 |
| Cylinder Sleeve | Cast iron sleeve | cast iron sleeve |
| Alternator Winding Material | Not available | Copper windings |
| Engine Oil Type | Not available | 10W-30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 18 | 19 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 9 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | Not available | 3.5 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Not available | Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring |
| Low Oil Protection | No | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Mobility Components | Not available | Wheel kit |
| Included Accessories | Oil, funnel, tool kit, key fob, propane hose, RV adapter, battery charging cables, battery, and wheel kit | Funnel, tool kit, propane hose, battery, and wheel kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | 3 | Not available |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The A-iPower GXS11300RT is a 9000-watt tri-fuel generator built for users who need flexible fuel options without sacrificing power output. Running on gasoline, propane, or natural gas, this unit delivers 11300 peak watts and 9000 running watts on gasoline, making it capable of powering a full home backup system, supporting a job site, or supplying an RV with consistent electricity. The tri-fuel design means you can switch between fuel types based on availability and cost, a significant advantage for remote locations or long-term deployments where fuel supply chains vary.
At 224.9 pounds, this generator demands serious logistical planning. It is not a grab-and-go unit. The included wheel kit and folding handle help, but moving this machine onto a truck bed, across uneven terrain, or into storage requires either multiple people or mechanical assistance. The trade-off is clear: you gain substantial power output and multi-fuel flexibility in exchange for a stationary or semi-portable footprint. For homeowners installing a permanent backup system or contractors setting up a job site power station, the weight is manageable. For users who need to relocate the generator frequently, this becomes a friction point. | The DuroStar DS11000DX is a 9,000-watt dual fuel generator built around a 457cc OHV engine with cast iron sleeves. This wattage places it squarely in the home backup and light job site category. On gasoline, it runs 9 hours at half load and 19 hours at quarter load. On propane, runtime drops to 3.5 hours at half load and 7 hours at quarter load, making gasoline the practical choice for extended outages. The dual fuel option gives users flexibility when propane is more accessible or economical, though gasoline delivers longer operating windows per tank. At 74 dB, the noise level sits in the moderate range for this power class, meaning it will be audible but not prohibitively loud in residential settings. The 8.3-gallon fuel tank combined with the quarter-load runtime means users can stretch a single fill to nearly a full day of light operation. |
- Most PowerfulA-iPower GXS11300RT9000W running
- QuietestDuroStar DS11000DX74 dB
- Longest RuntimeDuroStar DS11000DX9h at 50% load
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