Compare Generators Side-by-Side

Generator

Generator

11050 W

240 lbs

17 h

120/240

120/240

500 cc OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve

457 cc Ducar OHV 4-stroke

Recoil, Electric

Recoil, Electric

5 years

2 years

13000 W

11050 W

17 h

Carb, EPA

EPA

811640016739

819699014096

10500

8.5

2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R); 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R); 1x 120/240V 50A (14-50R)

2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI1x 120V 30A (L5-30R)1x 120/240V 50A (14-50R)

60

60

500 cc OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve

Ducar OHV 4-stroke

10W-30

10W30

17

Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring

Funnel, tool kit, battery, and wheel kit

Oil, funnel, tool kit, battery, and wheel kit

2

The DuroStar DS13000X is a 10,500-watt gasoline generator built to handle whole-home backup power and job site demands. With 13,000 peak watts and a 500cc OHV engine, this unit can run a full refrigerator, multiple air conditioning units, and power tools simultaneously. The 8.3-gallon fuel tank stretches runtime to 17 hours at 25% load, meaning users can maintain power through an entire night without refueling. At 50% load, the 8.5-hour runtime covers a typical workday, making this suitable for both emergency preparedness and extended outdoor use. The DS13000X includes both recoil and electric start, so users avoid the frustration of pulling a cord in cold weather or after long storage. A 5-year warranty backs the unit, which is 60% longer than the 3.1-year industry average for this wattage class. The combination of power output, fuel capacity, and starting convenience positions this generator as a practical choice for homeowners and contractors who need reliable, extended-runtime power without the complexity of inverter technology.

The Ford FG11050PE is a 9,000-watt gasoline generator built around a 457cc Ducar 4-stroke engine. This wattage class powers most household circuits simultaneously, runs a 240V welder or air compressor, and handles job site tool loads without strain. The 11,050-watt peak gives it enough surge capacity to start large motors and air conditioning units that draw 2 to 3 times their running wattage on startup. Gasoline fuel means quick refueling at any gas station, with no special storage concerns like propane or diesel require. This is a stationary or semi-portable workhorse, not a grab-and-go unit.