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- DuroStar DS13000MXT
- Generac #8063 GP9500ETF
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| Specification | DuroStar DS13000MXT | Generac #8063 GP9500ETF |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Tri-Fuel | Tri-Fuel |
| Inverter | No | No |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | Yes | Yes |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 10500 W | 9500 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 13000 W | 12500 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 74 dB | 0 dB |
| Weight | Winner: Winner: 211 lbs | 219 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | 8.5 h | Winner: Winner: 9.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | 17 h | 14 h |
| Fuel tank | 8.3 gal | 7.5 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 30.5 x 27.3 x 26 | 27.5 x 27.1 x 27.6 |
| 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 | Not available | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 500 cc OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve | OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric, Remote | Recoil, Electric |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 10500 W | 9500 W |
| Starting watts | 13000 W | 12500 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 | 9.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | 17 h | 14 h |
| Natural gas | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 9000 W | 7000 W |
| Starting watts | 11250 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 | Not available | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Propane | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 10000 W | 8550 W |
| Starting watts | 12500 W | 11250 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 | 3.3 h | 4.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | 6.5 h | 6 h |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | true | false |
| Compliance | EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 | EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Not available | true |
| UPC | 811640017149 | 696471104523 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 10500 | 9500 |
| Running Watts (Propane) | 10000 | 8550 |
| Running Watts (Natural Gas) | 9000 | 7000 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 13000 | 12500 |
| Starting Watts (Propane) | 12500 | 11250 |
| Starting Watts (Natural Gas) | 11250 | 9000 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 8.5 | 9.5 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | 3.3 | 4.5 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 17 | 14 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Propane) | 6.5 | 6 |
| AC Outlet Types | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI; 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R); 1x 120/240V 50A (14-50R) | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI; 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 | 400 |
| Cylinder Sleeve | cast iron sleeve | Not available |
| Alternator Winding Material | Copper windings | Not available |
| Engine Oil Type | Not available | 10W-30 / SAE 30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 17 | 14 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 8.5 | 9.5 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | 3.3 | 4.5 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring | Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring |
| Low Oil Protection | No | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Mobility Components | Not available | Yes |
| Starting Components | Not available | Recoil, Electric |
| Fuel Connection Components | Not available | propane hose |
| Included Accessories | Funnel, tool kit, key fob, battery charger, natural gas hose with NPT adapter, propane hose, battery, and wheel kit | Oil, propane hose, battery, and wheel kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Residential Warranty | Not available | 3 |
| Commercial Warranty | 3 | Not available |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The DuroStar DS13000MXT is a 10,500-watt tri-fuel generator built for high-demand applications. Its tri-fuel capability (gasoline, propane, natural gas) and 13,000-watt starting capacity make it suitable for whole-house backup, RV power, and job-site work where fuel supply flexibility matters. | The Generac GP9500ETF is a 9,500-watt tri-fuel generator built for whole-house backup and job site power. Its ability to run on gasoline, propane, or natural gas means users gain real fuel flexibility when one source becomes scarce during extended outages. The 12,500 starting watts provide enough surge capacity to handle motor-driven loads like well pumps and air handler fans without tripping breakers. This is a stationary workhorse, not a portable unit. |
- Most PowerfulDuroStar DS13000MXT10500W running
- QuietestDuroStar DS13000MXT74 dB
- Longest RuntimeGenerac #8063 GP9500ETF9.5h at 50% load
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