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- DuroStar DS13000X
- Predator 59206
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| Specification | DuroStar DS13000X | Predator 59206 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 7250 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 13000 W | 9000 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 74 dB | 78 dB |
| Weight | 240 lbs | Winner: Winner: 195 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | 8.5 h | Winner: Winner: 13 h |
| Run time @25% load | 17 h | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 8.3 gal | Not available |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | No |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 30 x 29 x 26 | 26-7/8 x 22 x 22-3/4 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120/240 | 120/240V |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | No |
| Covered outlets | No | No |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | No |
| THD | 12 % | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 500 cc OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve | Not available |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric | Not available |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 5 years | Not available |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 10500 W | Not available |
| Starting watts | 13000 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 | 8.5 h | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | 17 h | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | true | Not available |
| Compliance | Carb, EPA | Not available |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | No |
| Neutral | Not available | Not available |
| UPC | 811640016739 | Not available |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 10500 | Not available |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 13000 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 8.5 | Not available |
| 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) | Not available |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | Not available |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | 500 cc OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve | Not available |
| Engine Displacement | 500 | 420 |
| Engine Oil Type | 10W-30 | Not available |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 17 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 8.5 | Not available |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring | Not available |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Included Accessories | Funnel, tool kit, battery, and wheel kit | Not available |
| 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 Predator 59206 is a 9000-watt gas-powered portable generator equipped with CO SECURE Technology, designed for emergencies, jobsites, and home backup. |
- Most PowerfulDuroStar DS13000X10500W running
- QuietestDuroStar DS13000X74 dB
- Longest RuntimePredator 5920613h at 50% load
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