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| Specification | DuroStar DS10000E | Powermate PM9400E |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | No | No |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | Yes | No |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 8000 W | 7500 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 10000 W | 9400 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 72 dB | 0 dB |
| Weight | 218 lbs | Winner: Winner: 188 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 10 h | Winner: Winner: 10 h |
| Run time @25% load | 22 h | 13 h |
| Fuel tank | 8.3 gal | 8 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 29 x 30 x 26 | 31 x 27 x 26.4 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120/240 | 120/240 |
| Voltage (DC) | 12 | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Covered outlets | No | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | Not available | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 439 cc OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve | 420 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric | Recoil, Electric |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 8000 W | 7500 W |
| Starting watts | 10000 W | 9400 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 | 10 h | 10 h |
| Run time @25% load | 22 h | 13 h |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | true | false |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA | EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Not available | true |
| UPC | 811640013578 | 696471077827 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 8000 | 7500 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 10000 | 9400 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10 | 10 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 22 | 13 |
| 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) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke | OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 439 | 420 |
| Cylinder Sleeve | Cast iron sleeve | Not available |
| Alternator Winding Material | Copper windings | Not available |
| Engine Oil Type | 10W-30 | 10W-30 / SAE 30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 22 | 13 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10 | 10 |
| 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 | Oil, battery charger, battery, and wheel kit |
| Included Accessories | Not available | Oil, battery charger, battery, and wheel kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | 3 | Not available |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The DuroStar DS10000E is an 8,000-watt gasoline generator built for users who need sustained power across multiple simultaneous loads. With 10,000 peak watts and an 8.3-gallon fuel tank, this unit can run a central air conditioning system, refrigerator, and several power tools at the same time, making it suitable for whole-home backup during outages or powering an active job site. The 439 cc OHV engine with cast iron sleeve delivers the raw output needed for construction equipment and heavy appliances without inverter complexity.
At 218 pounds with wheels included, this is a stationary power solution that moves when needed but stays put during operation. The three-year warranty and EPA/CARB compliance signal DuroStar's commitment to durability and emissions standards across all 50 states. | The Powermate PM9400E is a portable generator offering 9,400 starting watts and 7,500 running watts, equipped with a Generac 420cc OHV engine and an 8-gallon fuel tank, providing up to 13 hours of runtime at 25% load. |
