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| Specification | DuroStar DS13000X | NorthStar c15000s |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | No | No |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | Yes | No |
| Running watts | 10500 W | Winner: Winner: 13500 W |
| Starting watts | 13000 W | Winner: Winner: 15000 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | 74 dB | Winner: Winner: 73 dB |
| Weight | Winner: Winner: 240 lbs | 390 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | 8.5 h | Winner: Winner: 10.6 h |
| Run time @25% load | 17 h | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 8.3 gal | 12 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 30 x 29 x 26 | 43 x 36 x 35 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120/240 | 120/240V 60 Hz |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Covered outlets | No | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | 12 % | <5% % |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 500 cc OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve | 688 cc Honda GX690 OHV V-Twin |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric | Electric |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 5 years | 4 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 10500 W | 13500 W |
| Starting watts | 13000 W | 15000 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 | 10.6 h |
| Run time @25% load | 17 h | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | true | false |
| Compliance | Carb, EPA | CARB, EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Not available | true |
| UPC | 811640016739 | 840321737861 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 10500 | 13500 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 13000 | 15000 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 8.5 | 10.6 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 17 | Not available |
| AC Outlet Types | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R); 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R); 1x 120/240V 50A (14-50R) | 3x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI1x 120V 30A (L5-30R)1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R)1x 120/240V 60A (14-60R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | 500 cc OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve | Honda GX690 OHV V-Twin |
| Engine Displacement | 500 | 688 |
| Engine Oil Type | 10W-30 | Not available |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 17 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 8.5 | 10.6 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring | Low oil and overload protection |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Included Accessories | Funnel, tool kit, battery, and wheel kit | Funnel, battery, and wheel kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | Not available | 4 |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | 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 NorthStar c15000s is a commercial-grade portable generator powered by a Honda GX690 OHV engine, delivering 15,000 surge watts and 13,500 rated watts. It features Quiet Armor Technology for reduced noise, a built-in battery charger/maintainer, and carbon monoxide detection with automatic shutdown for enhanced safety. |
