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- DuroMax XP12000E
- Ford FG6250P
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| Specification | DuroMax XP12000E | Ford FG6250P |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | No | No |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | Yes | No |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 9500 W | 5250 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 12000 W | 6250 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 74 dB | 78 dB |
| Weight | 217 lbs | Winner: Winner: 167.6 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | 8 h | Winner: Winner: 11 h |
| Run time @25% load | 19 h | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 8.3 gal | 6.6 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 30 x 30 x 26 | 30 x 29.5 x 25 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120/240 | 120/240 |
| Voltage (DC) | 12 | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Covered outlets | No | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | Not available | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | DuroMax OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve | Ducar OHV 4-stroke 420 cc |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric | Recoil |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 9500 W | 5250 W |
| Starting watts | 12000 W | 6250 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 | 8 h | 11 h |
| Run time @25% load | 19 h | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | true | false |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA | EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Not available | true |
| UPC | 811640014674 | 819699012122 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 9500 | 5250 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 12000 | 6250 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 8 | 11 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 19 | Not available |
| AC Outlet Types | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI1x 120V 30A (L5-30R)1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R)1x 120/240V 50A (14-50R) | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R); 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve | Ducar OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 457 | 420 |
| Cylinder Sleeve | cast iron sleeve | Not available |
| Alternator Winding Material | Copper windings | Not available |
| Engine Oil Type | 10W-30 | 10W-30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 19 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 8 | 11 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Low oil and overload protection |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | No | No |
| Included equipment | ||
| Starting Components | Recoil, Electric | Not available |
| Included Accessories | Funnel, tool kit, battery, and wheel kit | Oil, funnel, tool kit, wheel kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | Not available | 2 |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The DuroMax XP12000E is a gasoline-powered generator with a rated wattage of 9500 watts and a peak wattage of 12000 watts. It features a recoil and electric starting system and is compliant with CARB and EPA standards. | The Ford FG6250P is a 5,250-watt gasoline generator built around a 420cc OHV engine that delivers enough continuous power to run a refrigerator, sump pump, lights, and several power tools simultaneously. This wattage tier covers whole-house emergency backup for modest homes or active job site power where circular saws, drills, and compressors cycle throughout the day. A 6.6-gallon tank stretches to 11 hours at 50% load, eliminating mid-shift refueling during typical use. At 167.6 pounds with a wheel kit included, this unit is heavy and demands dedicated storage and transport planning. |
- Most PowerfulDuroMax XP12000E9500W running
- QuietestDuroMax XP12000E74 dB
- Longest RuntimeFord FG6250P11h at 50% load
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