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| Specification | DuroStar DS13000X | Powermate PM4500E |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | No | No |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | Yes | No |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 10500 W | 3600 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 13000 W | 4500 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 74 dB | 0 dB |
| Weight | 240 lbs | Winner: Winner: 114 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | 8.5 h | Winner: Winner: 14 h |
| Run time @25% load | 17 h | 20 h |
| Fuel tank | 8.3 gal | 5 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 30 x 29 x 26 | 26.3 x 22.9 x 21.6 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120/240 | 120 |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Covered outlets | No | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | 12 % | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 500 cc OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve | 224 cc Generac OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric | Recoil, Electric |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 5 years | 3 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 10500 W | 3600 W |
| Starting watts | 13000 W | 4500 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 | 14 h |
| Run time @25% load | 17 h | 20 h |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | true | false |
| Compliance | Carb, EPA | EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Not available | Bonded to frame. |
| UPC | 811640016739 | 696471080353 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 10500 | 3600 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 13000 | 4500 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 8.5 | 14 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 17 | 20 |
| 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) | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI1x 120V 30A (L5-30R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | 500 cc OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve | OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 500 | 224 |
| Engine Oil Type | 10W-30 | 10W-30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 17 | 20 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 8.5 | 14 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring | Low oil and overload protection |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | No |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Included Accessories | Funnel, tool kit, battery, and wheel kit | Oil, battery, and wheel kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | Not available | 3 |
| 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 Powermate PM4500E is a portable generator offering 4500 starting watts and 3600 running watts, featuring an electric start and a 224cc Generac OHV engine, suitable for various applications. |
