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- Briggs & Stratton 30728 Storm Responder
- DuroStar DS10000EH
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| Specification | Briggs & Stratton 30728 Storm Responder | DuroStar DS10000EH |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Dual-Fuel |
| Inverter | No | No |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | No | Yes |
| Running watts | 6250 W | Winner: Winner: 8000 W |
| Starting watts | 8500 W | Winner: Winner: 10000 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | 0 dB | Winner: Winner: 72 dB |
| Weight | Winner: Winner: 210 lbs | 220 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 11 h | 10 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | 22 h |
| Fuel tank | 7.5 gal | 8.3 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 28 x 27 x 28 | 29 x 30 x 26 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120/240 | 120/240 |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | 12 |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Covered outlets | Yes | No |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | Not available | 12 % |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | Briggs & Stratton® | 439 cc OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil | Recoil, Electric |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 2 years | 3 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 6250 W | 8000 W |
| Starting watts | 8500 W | 10000 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 | 11 h | 10 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | 22 h |
| Propane | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | Not available | 7600 W |
| Starting watts | Not available | 9500 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 | 4.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | 8.5 h |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | true | true |
| Compliance | ANSI/PGMA G300-2018 | CARB, EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | true | Not available |
| UPC | 11675307288 | 811640014421 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 6250 | 8000 |
| Running Watts (Propane) | Not available | 7600 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 8500 | 10000 |
| Starting Watts (Propane) | Not available | 9500 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 11 | 10 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | Not available | 4.5 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 22 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Propane) | Not available | 8.5 |
| AC Outlet Types | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) | AC outlets1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R)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 | 1850 Series™ OHV Engine | 439 cc OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve |
| Engine Displacement | 420 | 439 |
| Cylinder Sleeve | Not available | Cast iron sleeve |
| Alternator Winding Material | Not available | Copper |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 22 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 11 | 10 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | Not available | 4.5 |
| Controls & display | ||
| Display Type | StatStation™ Digital Display | Not available |
| Idle Control System | No | Not available |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection; CO monitoring | Low oil and overload protection |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | No |
| Included equipment | ||
| Mobility Components | 10" Never Go Flat Wheels | Not available |
| Starting Components | Recoil | Recoil, Electric |
| Documentation | operator's manual or illustrated parts list | Not available |
| Included Accessories | Extension cord and wheel kit | Funnel, tool kit, propane hose, battery charging cables, battery, and wheel kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Residential Warranty | 2 | Not available |
| Commercial Warranty | 0.25 | 3 |
| Part Number | 030728 | Not available |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Briggs & Stratton 30728 Storm Responder is a 6250-watt gasoline generator built for homeowners and job sites that need sustained power for essential appliances and tools. With 8500 peak watts, it can start large loads like air compressors and refrigerators that draw high inrush current. The 7.5-gallon fuel tank delivers 11 hours of runtime at half load, meaning users can run the unit through a full workday or overnight without refueling. This is a stationary-leaning portable unit, not a grab-and-go machine. | The DuroStar DS10000EH is an 8,000-watt dual-fuel generator built on a 439 cc OHV 4-stroke engine with cast iron sleeve construction. At 8,000 running watts, this unit can power multiple household appliances simultaneously, job site tools, or serve as extended backup during outages. The dual-fuel design means users can run gasoline or propane depending on fuel availability and storage constraints, a significant advantage during supply disruptions.
Because the DS10000EH runs at 72 dB, placement matters. At 25 feet, the noise becomes manageable for residential use; closer proximity requires hearing protection or evening restrictions. The 8.3-gallon tank delivers 22 hours at 25% load on gasoline, making extended operations feasible without constant refueling. On propane at the same load, runtime drops to 8.5 hours due to lower energy density. This runtime flexibility shapes real-world deployment: gasoline for long-term backup, propane for shorter bursts or when storage space is limited. |
- Most PowerfulDuroStar DS10000EH8000W running
- QuietestDuroStar DS10000EH72 dB
- Longest RuntimeBriggs & Stratton 30728 Storm Responder11h at 50% load
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