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- DuroMax XP9500iH
- Cat RP6500 E
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| Specification | DuroMax XP9500iH | Cat RP6500 E |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Dual-Fuel | Gasoline |
| Inverter | Yes | No |
| Parallel capable | Yes | No |
| RV ready | Yes | No |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 7600 W | 6500 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 9500 W | 8125 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 61 dB | 0 dB |
| Weight | 216 lbs | Winner: Winner: 202 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | 11 h | Winner: Winner: 12 h |
| Run time @25% load | 21 h | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 7.1 gal | 7.9 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 26.2 x 25 x 29.6 | 32.9 x 27.4 x 24.7 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120/240 | 120/240 |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Covered outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | 3 % | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 459 cc OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve. | 420 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric, Remote | Recoil, Electric |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 5 years | 2 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | Not available | 6500 W |
| Starting watts | 9500 W | 8125 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 | 11 h | 12 h |
| Run time @25% load | 21 h | Not available |
| Propane | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 7200 W | Not available |
| Starting watts | 9025 W | Not available |
| 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 | 5 h | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | 9.5 h | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | true | false |
| Compliance | EPA | CARB, EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Not available | true |
| UPC | 811640017026 | 815683020067 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | Not available | 6500 |
| Running Watts (Propane) | 7200 | Not available |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 9500 | 8125 |
| Starting Watts (Propane) | 9025 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 11 | 12 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | 5 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 21 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Propane) | 9.5 | Not available |
| AC Outlet Types | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI; 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R); 1x 120/240V 50A (14-50R) | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R); 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | 459 cc OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve. | OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 459 | 420 |
| Cylinder Sleeve | cast_iron_sleeve | Not available |
| Alternator Winding Material | Copper | Not available |
| Engine Oil Type | 10W-30 | SAE 30 or 10W-30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 21 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 11 | 12 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | 5 | Not available |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Low oil and overload protection |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | No |
| Included equipment | ||
| Starting Components | Not available | Recoil, Electric |
| Included Accessories | Funnel, tool kit, key fob, battery charger, propane hose, and battery | Oil, funnel, tool kit, battery, and wheel kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | 5 | Not available |
| Part Number | Not available | 502-3688 |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The DuroMax XP9500iH is a 7,600-watt dual-fuel inverter generator built for whole-home backup and job-site power. Running on either gasoline or propane, it delivers 9,500 starting watts to handle motor inrush demands from air conditioners, well pumps, and power tools. The inverter produces clean 3% THD power, meaning laptops, televisions, and medical equipment run safely without risk of voltage spikes. This is a stationary or semi-portable unit. At 216 pounds, it requires wheels or multiple people to move, making it suited for permanent installation or fixed-location backup rather than frequent relocation.
The fuel flexibility matters in extended outages. Gasoline runs 11 hours at half load before refueling, while propane stretches to 5 hours at the same draw. At quarter load, gasoline delivers 21 hours of runtime, propane 9.5 hours. For homeowners choosing between fuel types, gasoline offers longer intervals between refills, propane offers cleaner storage and no fuel degradation over months. | The Cat RP6500 E is a 6500-watt gasoline generator built for residential backup and light commercial work. Its 8125-watt peak capacity means it can start large tools and appliances that draw high inrush current, then sustain 6500 watts of continuous power for multiple devices simultaneously. A 7.9-gallon fuel tank delivers 12 hours of runtime at 50% load, which translates to roughly one full workday or overnight backup without refueling. The gasoline engine is straightforward to maintain and refuel anywhere, making this unit practical for job sites, outdoor events, and emergency home power. |
- Most PowerfulDuroMax XP9500iH7600W running
- QuietestDuroMax XP9500iH61 dB
- Longest RuntimeCat RP6500 E12h at 50% load
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