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  • DuroStar DS13000MX
  • NorthStar e14000s
  • Model DS13000MX
    Model DS13000MX

    DuroStar 10,500W Dual-Fuel Generator

    10500W
    Running
    74 dB
    Noise
    View details
  • Model e14000s
    Model e14000s

    NorthStar 12,000W Gas Generator

    12000W
    Running
    73 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 DS13000MXNorthStar e14000s
General
Product type
Generator
Generator
Fuel
Dual-Fuel
Gasoline
InverterNoNo
Parallel capableNoNo
RV readyYesNo
Running watts
10500 W
Winner: Winner: 12000 W
Starting watts
13000 W
Winner: Winner: 14000 W
Noise (lower limit)
74 dB
Winner: Winner: 73 dB
Weight
Winner: Winner: 209 lbs
388 lbs
Run time @50% load
8.5 h
Winner: Winner: 10 h
Run time @25% load
17 h
Not available—
Fuel tank
8.3 gal
12 gal
Fuel gaugeYesYes
Approx. dimensions (L × W × H)
29.8 x 27.5 x 25.8
43 x 36 x 35
Electrical
Voltage (AC)
120/240
120/240 60 Hz
Voltage (DC)
Not available—
Not available—
GFCI outletsYesYes
Covered outletsYesYes
Automatic Voltage RegulationYesYes
THD
Not available—
<5% %
Engine
Engine
500 cc OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve
NorthStar e670 OHV 4-stroke
Alternator
Not available—
Not available—
Starting system
Recoil, Electric, Remote
Electric
Warranty
Warranty
3 years
4 years
Power by fuel
GasolineNot available—Not available—
Running watts
10500 W
12000 W
Starting watts
13000 W
14000 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
8.5 h
10 h
Run time @25% load
17 h
Not available—
PropaneNot available—Not available—
Running watts
9975 W
Not available—
Starting watts
12350 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
3.3 h
Not available—
Run time @25% load
6.5 h
Not available—
Other
Data center
Not available—
Not available—
Indicators
true
false
Compliance
EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023
EPA
Security
Not available—
Not available—
Spark arrestorYesYes
Neutral
true
true
UPC
811640016746
840321737434
Core / High-priority specs
Running Watts (Gasoline)
10500
12000
Running Watts (Propane)
9975
Not available—
Starting Watts (Gasoline)
13000
14000
Starting Watts (Propane)
12350
Not available—
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
8.5
10
Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane)
3.3
Not available—
Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline)
17
Not available—
Runtime @ 25% Load (Propane)
6.5
Not available—
AC Outlet Types
2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R); 1x 120/240V 50A (14-50R)
3x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R); 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R); 1x 120/240V 50A (14-50R)
Electrical & power
Frequency
60
60
Engine & construction
Engine Type
OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve
OHV 4-stroke
Engine Displacement
500
669
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)
8.5
10
Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane)
3.3
Not available—
Safety & compliance
Overload Protection System
Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring
Low oil and overload protection
Low Oil ProtectionNoYes
Carbon Monoxide MonitoringYesYes
Included equipment
Starting Components
Recoil, Electric, Remote
Not available—
Included Accessories
Funnel, tool kit, key fob, battery charger, propane hose, battery, and wheel kit
Funnel, battery, and wheel kit
Warranty & identification
Commercial Warranty
3
4
Additional specs
Summary
The DuroStar DS13000MX is a dual-fuel generator with a rated wattage of 10500 watts and a peak wattage of 13000 watts. It features a 500 cc OHV 4-stroke engine and is designed for versatile power needs.
The NorthStar e14000s is a commercial-grade EFI portable generator with electric start, delivering 14,000 surge watts and 12,000 rated watts. It features a NorthStar e670 OHV EFI engine, Quiet Armor Technology for reduced noise, and a heavy-duty steel exoskeleton for durability.
  • Most Powerful
    NorthStar e14000s
    12000W running
  • Quietest
    NorthStar e14000s
    73 dB
  • Longest Runtime
    NorthStar e14000s
    10h at 50% load
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