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| Specification | DuroMax XP5500HX | Pulsar PGL9000BCO |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Dual-Fuel | Dual-Fuel |
| Inverter | No | No |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | No | No |
| Running watts | 4500 W | Winner: Winner: 8100 W |
| Starting watts | 5500 W | Winner: Winner: 9000 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | 69 dB | Winner: Winner: 63 dB |
| Weight | Winner: Winner: 128 lbs | 149 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | 9 h | Winner: Winner: 9.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | 19 h | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 4 gal | 7 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 23 x 25 x 22 | 24.7 x 19.4 x 21.6 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120/240 | 120/240V 60 Hz |
| Voltage (DC) | 5 | 12 |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | No |
| Covered outlets | No | No |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | Not available | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 210 cc OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve | 340 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric | Recoil, Electric |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 5 years | 3 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 4500 W | 8100 W |
| Starting watts | 5500 W | 9000 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 | 9 h | 9.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | 19 h | Not available |
| Propane | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 4275 W | 6700 W |
| Starting watts | 5225 W | 7200 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 | 4.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | 15 h | 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 | Not available |
| UPC | 811640016203 | 814726028824 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 4500 | 8100 |
| Running Watts (Propane) | 4275 | 6700 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 5500 | 9000 |
| Starting Watts (Propane) | 5225 | 7200 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 9 | 9.5 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | 8 | 4.5 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 19 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Propane) | 15 | Not available |
| AC Outlet Types | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) | 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 | 210 cc OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve | OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 210 | 340 |
| 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) | 9 | 9.5 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | 8 | 4.5 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring | Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Included Accessories | Funnel, tool kit, propane hose, battery, and wheel kit | Oil, funnel, tool kit, propane hose, battery, and wheel kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | 5 | 3 |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The DuroMax XP5500HX is a 4,500-watt dual-fuel generator built for homeowners, job sites, and outdoor events. Running on either gasoline or propane, it delivers 5,500 peak watts at startup, enough to power refrigerators, air conditioning units, power tools, and multiple devices simultaneously. The dual-fuel design eliminates fuel sourcing constraints. At 25% load on gasoline, the unit runs for 19 hours before refueling, stretching a single tank across an entire workday or overnight camping trip. This runtime advantage makes it practical for extended outages or remote projects where frequent refueling would interrupt operations. | The Pulsar PGL9000BCO is a 9,000-watt dual-fuel portable generator equipped with CO Sentry, offering versatility and reliability for various power needs. |