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  • DuroMax XP12000E
  • NorthStar c13000s
  • Model XP12000E
    Model XP12000E

    DuroMax 9,500W Gas Generator

    9500W
    Running
    74 dB
    Noise
    View details
  • Model c13000s
    Model c13000s

    NorthStar 10,500W Gas Generator

    10500W
    Running
    72 dB
    Noise
    View details
Quick charts
Each chart uses its own Y-axis scale (so numbers are comparable within a chart).
Running watts
W
Starting watts
W
Noise
dB
Runtime @50%
h
Running watts by fuel
Shows how output changes across gasoline/propane/natural gas (when available).
Generator Specifications Comparison
SpecificationDuroMax XP12000ENorthStar c13000s
General
Product type
Generator
Generator
Fuel
Gasoline
Gasoline
InverterNoNo
Parallel capableNoNo
RV readyYesNo
Running watts
9500 W
Winner: Winner: 10500 W
Starting watts
12000 W
Winner: Winner: 13000 W
Noise (lower limit)
74 dB
Winner: Winner: 72 dB
Weight
Winner: Winner: 217 lbs
387 lbs
Run time @50% load
8 h
Winner: Winner: 10.9 h
Run time @25% load
19 h
Not available—
Fuel tank
8.3 gal
12 gal
Fuel gaugeYesYes
Approx. dimensions (L × W × H)
30 x 30 x 26
43 x 36 x 35
Electrical
Voltage (AC)
120/240
120/240
Voltage (DC)
12
Not available—
GFCI outletsYesYes
Covered outletsNoYes
Automatic Voltage RegulationYesYes
THD
Not available—
<5% %
Engine
Engine
DuroMax OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve
Honda GX630 OHV V-Twin
Alternator
Not available—
Not available—
Starting system
Recoil, Electric
Electric
Warranty
Warranty
3 years
4 years
Power by fuel
GasolineNot available—Not available—
Running watts
9500 W
10500 W
Starting watts
12000 W
13000 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
10.9 h
Run time @25% load
19 h
Not available—
Other
Data center
Not available—
Not available—
Indicators
true
false
Compliance
CARB, EPA
CARB, EPA
Security
Not available—
Not available—
Spark arrestorYesYes
Neutral
Not available—
Not available—
UPC
811640014674
840321737458
Core / High-priority specs
Running Watts (Gasoline)
9500
10500
Starting Watts (Gasoline)
12000
13000
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
8
10.9
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)
3x 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
OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve
OHV V-Twin
Engine Displacement
457
688
Cylinder Sleeve
cast iron sleeve
Not available—
Alternator Winding Material
Copper windings
Not available—
Engine Oil Type
10W-30
Not available—
Runtime & fuel system
Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline)
19
Not available—
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
8
10.9
Safety & compliance
Overload Protection System
Low oil and overload protection
Low oil and overload protection
Low Oil ProtectionYesYes
Carbon Monoxide MonitoringNoYes
Included equipment
Starting Components
Recoil, Electric
Not available—
Included Accessories
Funnel, tool kit, battery, and wheel kit
Funnel, battery, and wheel kit
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 NorthStar c13000s is a commercial-grade portable generator designed for demanding jobsites, offering 13,000 surge watts and 10,500 rated watts of power.
  • Most Powerful
    NorthStar c13000s
    10500W running
  • Quietest
    NorthStar c13000s
    72 dB
  • Longest Runtime
    NorthStar c13000s
    10.9h at 50% load
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