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  • DuroMax XP12000E
  • Powerhorse 13000ES
  • Model XP12000E
    Model XP12000E

    DuroMax 9,500W Gas Generator

    9500W
    Running
    74 dB
    Noise
    View details
  • Model 13000ES
    Model 13000ES

    Powerhorse 10,000W Gas Generator

    10000W
    Running
    77 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 XP12000EPowerhorse 13000ES
General
Product type
Generator
Generator
Fuel
Gasoline
Gasoline
InverterNoNo
Parallel capableNoNo
RV readyYesNo
Running watts
9500 W
Winner: Winner: 10000 W
Starting watts
12000 W
Winner: Winner: 13000 W
Noise (lower limit)
Winner: Winner: 74 dB
77 dB
Weight
Winner: Winner: 217 lbs
324 lbs
Run time @50% load
8 h
Winner: Winner: 15 h
Run time @25% load
19 h
Not available—
Fuel tank
8.3 gal
12.6 gal
Fuel gaugeYesYes
Approx. dimensions (L × W × H)
30 x 30 x 26
33.5 x 24.4 x 25.6
Electrical
Voltage (AC)
120/240
120/240
Voltage (DC)
12
12
GFCI outletsYesNo
Covered outletsNoYes
Automatic Voltage RegulationYesYes
THD
Not available—
5 %
Engine
Engine
DuroMax OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve
622 cc OHV 4-stroke
Alternator
Not available—
Not available—
Starting system
Recoil, Electric
Recoil, Electric
Warranty
Warranty
3 years
2 years
Power by fuel
GasolineNot available—Not available—
Running watts
9500 W
10000 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
15 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 arrestorYesYes
Neutral
Not available—
true
UPC
811640014674
Not available—
Core / High-priority specs
Running Watts (Gasoline)
9500
10000
Starting Watts (Gasoline)
12000
13000
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
8
15
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); 1x 120/240V 50A (14-50R)
Electrical & power
Frequency
60
60
Engine & construction
Engine Type
OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve
OHV 4-stroke
Engine Displacement
457
622
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
15
Safety & compliance
Overload Protection System
Low oil and overload protection
Low oil and overload protection
Low Oil ProtectionYesYes
Carbon Monoxide MonitoringNoNo
Included equipment
Starting Components
Recoil, Electric
Not available—
Included Accessories
Funnel, tool kit, battery, and wheel kit
Tool kit and wheel kit
Warranty & identification
Commercial Warranty
Not available—
2
Part Number
Not available—
799215
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 Powerhorse 13000ES is a portable generator featuring a 622cc OHV engine with electric start, delivering 13,000 surge watts and 10,000 rated watts. It includes a 12.6-gallon fuel tank, providing up to 15 hours of runtime at half load.
  • Most Powerful
    Powerhorse 13000ES
    10000W running
  • Quietest
    DuroMax XP12000E
    74 dB
  • Longest Runtime
    Powerhorse 13000ES
    15h at 50% load
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