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| Specification | Ford FG18KVTWTCO | Pulsar PG15000TRCO |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Tri-Fuel | Tri-Fuel |
| Inverter | No | No |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | Yes | No |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 14500 W | 12000 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 18000 W | 15000 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | 97.5 dB | Winner: Winner: 83 dB |
| Weight | 348.3 lbs | Winner: Winner: 231.5 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 10 h | Winner: Winner: 10 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 10.5 gal | 9.5 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 35.4 x 24.4 x 33.5 | 31 x 28.3 x 27 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120/240 | 120/240V 60 Hz |
| Voltage (DC) | 5V | 12 |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Covered outlets | Yes | No |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | No |
| THD | Not available | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 713 cc Ducar OHV V-Twin | 550 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Electric, Remote | Recoil, Electric, Remote |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 14500 W | 12000 W |
| Starting watts | 18000 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 | 10 h | 10 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Natural gas | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | Not available | 9600 W |
| Starting watts | Not available | 12000 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 | Not available | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Propane | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | Not available | 10800 W |
| Starting watts | Not available | 13500 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 | Not available | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | false | false |
| Compliance | EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 | EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Not available | Bonded to frame |
| UPC | 814726029401 | 814726029845 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 14500 | 12000 |
| Running Watts (Propane) | Not available | 10800 |
| Running Watts (Natural Gas) | Not available | 9600 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 18000 | 15000 |
| Starting Watts (Propane) | Not available | 13500 |
| Starting Watts (Natural Gas) | Not available | 12000 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10 | 10 |
| AC Outlet Types | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI1x 120V 30A (L5-30R)1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R)1x 120/240V 50A (14-50R) | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI; 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R); 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R); 1x 120/240V 50A (14-50R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | Ducar OHV V-Twin | Not available |
| Engine Displacement | 713 | Not available |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10 | 10 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring | Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring |
| Low Oil Protection | No | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Starting Components | Electric, Remote | Not available |
| Included Accessories | Oil, funnel, tool kit, key fob, battery charger, propane hose, battery, and wheel kit | Funnel, tool kit, key fob, natural gas hose with NPT adapter, propane hose, battery, and wheel kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | 3 | Not available |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Ford FG18KVTWTCO is a 14,500-watt tri-fuel generator built on a 713cc Ducar V-Twin engine. It runs on gasoline, propane, or natural gas, letting users switch fuels based on availability and storage constraints. The 18,000-watt starting capacity handles motor inrush loads for air compressors, welders, and heavy construction equipment. This is a stationary workhorse for whole-house backup and jobsite power, not a grab-and-go unit. | The Pulsar PG15000TRCO is a 12,000-watt tri-fuel generator built for job sites, home backup, and extended outages. Gasoline operation delivers the full 12,000 running watts, while propane drops to 10,800 watts and natural gas to 9,600 watts. This power level handles multiple large appliances, power tools, and temporary site infrastructure simultaneously. |
