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  • DuroStar DS11000DX
  • Aceup Energy AI4500W
  • Model DS11000DX
    Model DS11000DX

    DuroStar 9,000W Dual-Fuel Generator

    9000W
    Running
    74 dB
    Noise
    View details
  • Model AI4500W
    Model AI4500W

    Aceup Energy 3,600W Gas Inverter Generator

    3600W
    Running
    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
SpecificationDuroStar DS11000DXAceup Energy AI4500W
General
Product type
Generator
Not available—
Fuel
Dual-Fuel
Gasoline
InverterNoYes
Parallel capableNoYes
RV readyYesYes
Running watts
Winner: Winner: 9000 W
3600 W
Starting watts
Winner: Winner: 11000 W
4500 W
Noise (lower limit)
Winner: Winner: 74 dB
Not available—
Weight
Winner: Winner: 230 lbs
Not available—
Run time @50% load
Winner: Winner: 9 h
Not available—
Run time @25% load
19 h
10 h
Fuel tank
8.3 gal
2.65 gal
Fuel gaugeYesNo
Approx. dimensions (L × W × H)
29 x 30 x 26 in
Not available—
Electrical
Voltage (AC)
120/240V 60 Hz
120
Voltage (DC)
Not available—
12
GFCI outletsYesNo
Covered outletsNoNo
Automatic Voltage RegulationYesNo
THD
Not available—
Not available—
Engine
Engine
457 cc OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve
223cc 4-stroke OHV engine
Alternator
Not available—
Not available—
Starting system
Recoil, Electric
Not available—
Warranty
Warranty
5 years
2 years
Power by fuel
GasolineNot available—Not available—
Running watts
9000 W
Not available—
Starting watts
11000 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
9 h
Not available—
Run time @25% load
19 h
10 h
PropaneNot available—Not available—
Running watts
8550 W
Not available—
Starting watts
10450 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
3.5 h
Not available—
Run time @25% load
7 h
Not available—
Other
Data center
Not available—
Not available—
Indicators
true
true
Compliance
CARB, EPA
EPA compliant
Security
Not available—
Not available—
Spark arrestorYesNo
Neutral
Not available—
Not available—
UPC
811640016722
Not available—
Core / High-priority specs
Running Watts (Gasoline)
9000
Not available—
Running Watts (Propane)
8550
Not available—
Starting Watts (Gasoline)
11000
Not available—
Starting Watts (Propane)
10450
Not available—
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
9
Not available—
Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane)
3.5
Not available—
Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline)
19
10
Runtime @ 25% Load (Propane)
7
Not available—
AC Outlet Types
2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI; 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R); 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R); 1x 120/240V 50A (14-50R)
Two 120V AC 20A outlets and one 30A RV outlet
Electrical & power
Frequency
60
60
Engine & construction
Engine Type
OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve
Not available—
Engine Displacement
457
223
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
10
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
9
Not available—
Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane)
3.5
Not available—
Controls & display
Idle Control System
Not available—
Economic mode to save fuel
Safety & compliance
Overload Protection System
Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring
Not available—
Low Oil ProtectionYesNo
Carbon Monoxide MonitoringYesNo
Included equipment
Mobility Components
Wheel kit
Not available—
Included Accessories
Funnel, tool kit, propane hose, battery, and wheel kit
Car charger adapter (two 5V USB ports)
Warranty & identification
Residential Warranty
Not available—
2
Part Number
Not available—
AI4500W
Additional specs
Summary
The DuroStar DS11000DX is a 9,000-watt dual fuel generator built around a 457cc OHV engine with cast iron sleeves. This wattage places it squarely in the home backup and light job site category. On gasoline, it runs 9 hours at half load and 19 hours at quarter load. On propane, runtime drops to 3.5 hours at half load and 7 hours at quarter load, making gasoline the practical choice for extended outages. The dual fuel option gives users flexibility when propane is more accessible or economical, though gasoline delivers longer operating windows per tank. At 74 dB, the noise level sits in the moderate range for this power class, meaning it will be audible but not prohibitively loud in residential settings. The 8.3-gallon fuel tank combined with the quarter-load runtime means users can stretch a single fill to nearly a full day of light operation.
The Aceup Energy AI4500W is a gasoline-powered inverter generator with a rated wattage of 3600 and a peak wattage of 4500. It features recoil start and EPA compliance.
  • Most Powerful
    DuroStar DS11000DX
    9000W running
  • Quietest
    DuroStar DS11000DX
    74 dB
  • Longest Runtime
    DuroStar DS11000DX
    9h at 50% load
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