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- DuroMax XP13000E
- Powerhorse s12500t
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| Specification | DuroMax XP13000E | Powerhorse s12500t |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | No | No |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | Yes | No |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 10500 W | 9500 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 13000 W | 12500 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 74 dB | 97 dB |
| Weight | 236 lbs | Winner: Winner: 235 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | 8 h | Winner: Winner: 9 h |
| Run time @25% load | 17 h | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 8.3 gal | 6.6 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 29 x 30 x 26 | 29.3 x 26.7 x 26.4 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120/240V 60 Hz | 120/240 |
| Voltage (DC) | 12 | 5 |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Covered outlets | No | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | 12 % | <23% % |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 500 cc DuroMax OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve | 457 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric | Recoil, Electric, Remote |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 10500 W | 9500 W |
| Starting watts | 13000 W | 12500 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 | 9 h |
| Run time @25% load | 17 h | Not available |
| Natural gas | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | Not available | 7125 W |
| Starting watts | Not available | 9375 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 | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Propane | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | Not available | 8550 W |
| Starting watts | Not available | 9375 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 | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | true | true |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA | EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Not available | true |
| UPC | 811640015718 | 840321764034 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 10500 | 9500 |
| Running Watts (Propane) | Not available | 8550 |
| Running Watts (Natural Gas) | Not available | 7125 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 13000 | 12500 |
| Starting Watts (Propane) | Not available | 9375 |
| Starting Watts (Natural Gas) | Not available | 9375 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 8 | 9 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 17 | Not available |
| AC Outlet Types | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI; 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R); 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R); 1x 120/240V 50A (14-50R) | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI; 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R); 1x 120/240V 50A (14-50R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke | OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 500 | 457 |
| 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) | 17 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 8 | 9 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Not available |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | No | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Mobility Components | Not available | Yes |
| Starting Components | Recoil, Electric | Recoil, Electric, Remote |
| Fuel Connection Components | Not available | natural gas hose with NPT adapter, propane hose |
| Included Accessories | Funnel, tool kit, battery charging cables, battery, and wheel kit | Funnel, tool kit, key fob, natural gas hose with NPT adapter, propane hose, and wheel kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | 3 | Not available |
| Part Number | Not available | 6075695 |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The DuroMax XP13000E is a gasoline-powered generator with a rated wattage of 10500 watts and a peak wattage of 13000 watts, making it suitable for heavy-duty applications requiring high power output. | The Powerhorse s12500t is a versatile 12,500-watt tri-fuel portable generator equipped with electric start and CO shutdown features, suitable for various power needs. |
- Most PowerfulDuroMax XP13000E10500W running
- QuietestDuroMax XP13000E74 dB
- Longest RuntimePowerhorse s12500t9h at 50% load
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