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  • DuroStar DS13000MXT
  • Pulsar PGL9000BCO
  • Model DS13000MXT
    Model DS13000MXT

    DuroStar 10,500W Tri-Fuel Generator

    10500W
    Running
    74 dB
    Noise
    View details
  • Model PGL9000BCO
    Model PGL9000BCO

    Pulsar 8,100W Dual-Fuel Generator

    8100W
    Running
    63 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 DS13000MXTPulsar PGL9000BCO
General
Product type
Generator
Generator
Fuel
Tri-Fuel
Dual-Fuel
InverterNoNo
Parallel capableNoNo
RV readyYesNo
Running watts
Winner: Winner: 10500 W
8100 W
Starting watts
Winner: Winner: 13000 W
9000 W
Noise (lower limit)
74 dB
Winner: Winner: 63 dB
Weight
211 lbs
Winner: Winner: 149 lbs
Run time @50% load
8.5 h
Winner: Winner: 9.5 h
Run time @25% load
17 h
Not available—
Fuel tank
8.3 gal
7 gal
Fuel gaugeYesYes
Approx. dimensions (L × W × H)
30.5 x 27.3 x 26
24.7 x 19.4 x 21.6
Electrical
Voltage (AC)
120/240
120/240V 60 Hz
Voltage (DC)
Not available—
12
GFCI outletsYesNo
Covered outletsYesNo
Automatic Voltage RegulationYesYes
THD
Not available—
Not available—
Engine
Engine
500 cc OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve
340 cc OHV 4-stroke
Alternator
Not available—
Not available—
Starting system
Recoil, Electric, Remote
Recoil, Electric
Warranty
Warranty
3 years
3 years
Power by fuel
GasolineNot available—Not available—
Running watts
10500 W
8100 W
Starting watts
13000 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
8.5 h
9.5 h
Run time @25% load
17 h
Not available—
Natural gasNot available—Not available—
Running watts
9000 W
Not available—
Starting watts
11250 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
Not available—
Not available—
Run time @25% load
Not available—
Not available—
PropaneNot available—Not available—
Running watts
10000 W
6700 W
Starting watts
12500 W
7200 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
Not available—
Other
Data center
Not available—
Not available—
Indicators
true
true
Compliance
EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023
EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023
Security
Not available—
Not available—
Spark arrestorYesYes
Neutral
Not available—
Not available—
UPC
811640017149
814726028824
Core / High-priority specs
Running Watts (Gasoline)
10500
8100
Running Watts (Propane)
10000
6700
Running Watts (Natural Gas)
9000
Not available—
Starting Watts (Gasoline)
13000
9000
Starting Watts (Propane)
12500
7200
Starting Watts (Natural Gas)
11250
Not available—
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
8.5
9.5
Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane)
3.3
4.5
Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline)
17
Not available—
Runtime @ 25% Load (Propane)
6.5
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 120V 30A (L5-30R)1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R)
Electrical & power
Frequency
60
60
Engine & construction
Engine Type
OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve
OHV 4-stroke
Engine Displacement
500
340
Cylinder Sleeve
cast iron sleeve
Not available—
Alternator Winding Material
Copper windings
Not available—
Engine Oil Type
Not available—
10W-30
Runtime & fuel system
Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline)
17
Not available—
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 ProtectionNoYes
Carbon Monoxide MonitoringYesYes
Included equipment
Included Accessories
Funnel, tool kit, key fob, battery charger, natural gas hose with NPT adapter, propane hose, battery, and wheel kit
Oil, funnel, tool kit, propane hose, battery, and wheel kit
Warranty & identification
Commercial Warranty
3
3
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 Pulsar PGL9000BCO is a 9,000-watt dual-fuel portable generator equipped with CO Sentry, offering versatility and reliability for various power needs.
  • Most Powerful
    DuroStar DS13000MXT
    10500W running
  • Quietest
    Pulsar PGL9000BCO
    63 dB
  • Longest Runtime
    Pulsar PGL9000BCO
    9.5h at 50% load
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