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  • DuroStar DS13000MXT
  • WEN DF280iX
  • Model DS13000MXT
    Model DS13000MXT

    DuroStar 10,500W Tri-Fuel Generator

    10500W
    Running
    74 dB
    Noise
    View details
  • Model DF280iX
    Model DF280iX

    WEN 2,250W Dual-Fuel Generator

    2250W
    Running
    60 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 DS13000MXTWEN DF280iX
General
Product type
Generator
Generator
Fuel
Tri-Fuel
Dual-Fuel
InverterNoYes
Parallel capableNoYes
RV readyYesNo
Running watts
Winner: Winner: 10500 W
2250 W
Starting watts
Winner: Winner: 13000 W
2800 W
Noise (lower limit)
74 dB
Winner: Winner: 60 dB
Weight
211 lbs
Winner: Winner: 45.2 lbs
Run time @50% load
8.5 h
Winner: Winner: 9 h
Run time @25% load
17 h
Not available—
Fuel tank
8.3 gal
1.58 gal
Fuel gaugeYesYes
Approx. dimensions (L × W × H)
30.5 x 27.3 x 26
19.7 x 11.6 x 18.7
Electrical
Voltage (AC)
120/240
120
Voltage (DC)
Not available—
12
GFCI outletsYesNo
Covered outletsYesYes
Automatic Voltage RegulationYesYes
THD
Not available—
1.2 %
Engine
Engine
500 cc OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve
98 cc OHV 4-stroke
Alternator
Not available—
Not available—
Starting system
Recoil, Electric, Remote
Recoil
Warranty
Warranty
3 years
3 years
Power by fuel
GasolineNot available—Not available—
Running watts
10500 W
2250 W
Starting watts
13000 W
2800 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 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
2000 W
Starting watts
12500 W
2800 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
13.9 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—
Floating
UPC
811640017149
44459672753
Core / High-priority specs
Running Watts (Gasoline)
10500
2250
Running Watts (Propane)
10000
2000
Running Watts (Natural Gas)
9000
Not available—
Starting Watts (Gasoline)
13000
2800
Starting Watts (Propane)
12500
2800
Starting Watts (Natural Gas)
11250
Not available—
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
8.5
9
Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane)
3.3
13.9
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)
1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R)
Electrical & power
Frequency
60
60
Engine & construction
Engine Type
OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve
OHV 4-stroke
Engine Displacement
500
98
Cylinder Sleeve
cast iron sleeve
Not available—
Alternator Winding Material
Copper windings
Not available—
Runtime & fuel system
Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline)
17
Not available—
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
8.5
9
Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane)
3.3
13.9
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
Not available—
Recoil
Included Accessories
Funnel, tool kit, key fob, battery charger, natural gas hose with NPT adapter, propane hose, battery, and wheel kit
Funnel, tool kit, and propane hose
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 WEN DF280iX is a 2800-watt dual-fuel inverter generator that offers clean and quiet portable power, suitable for sensitive electronics and various outdoor activities.
  • Most Powerful
    DuroStar DS13000MXT
    10500W running
  • Quietest
    WEN DF280iX
    60 dB
  • Longest Runtime
    WEN DF280iX
    9h at 50% load
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