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- DEWALT DXGNR6500
- NorthStar e18000s
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| Specification | DEWALT DXGNR6500 | NorthStar e18000s |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | No | No |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | No | No |
| Running watts | 6500 W | Winner: Winner: 15000 W |
| Starting watts | 8750 W | Winner: Winner: 18000 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | 0 dB | Winner: Winner: 74 dB |
| Weight | Winner: Winner: 165 lbs | 423 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 10 h | 7.9 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 7.5 gal | 12 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 27.2 x 27.1 x 25.8 | 43 x 36 x 35 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120/240 | 120/240V 60 Hz |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Covered outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | Not available | <5% % |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | Dewalt OHV 4-stroke | 824 cc NorthStar e825 OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil | Electric |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 4 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 6500 W | 15000 W |
| Starting watts | 8750 W | 18000 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 | 10 h | 7.9 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | false | false |
| Compliance | CARB | CARB, EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Bonded to frame | true |
| UPC | 696471074529 | 840321748058 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 6500 | 15000 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 8750 | 18000 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10 | 7.9 |
| AC Outlet Types | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI; 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) | 3x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI1x 120V 30A (L5-30R)1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R)1x 120/240V 60A (14-60R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke | OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 389 | 824 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10 | 7.9 |
| 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 | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Starting Components | Not available | Electric starting system |
| Included Accessories | Oil and wheel kit | Funnel, battery, and wheel kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | Not available | 4 |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The DEWALT DXGNR6500 is a 6,500-watt gasoline generator built for job sites and backup power. Its 8,750-watt peak output handles startup surges for air compressors, circular saws, and welders. The recoil start and 7.5-gallon tank make it a stationary workhorse rather than a portable grab-and-go unit. | The NorthStar e18000s is a commercial-grade EFI portable generator with electric start, delivering 18,000 surge watts and 15,000 rated watts. It features a NorthStar e825 OHV EFI engine, Quiet Armor Technology for reduced noise, and a heavy-duty steel exoskeleton for durability. |
- Most PowerfulNorthStar e18000s15000W running
- QuietestNorthStar e18000s74 dB
- Longest RuntimeDEWALT DXGNR650010h at 50% load
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