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- Ford FG4050P
- NorthStar c13000s
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| Specification | Ford FG4050P | NorthStar c13000s |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | No | No |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | No | No |
| Running watts | 3000 W | Winner: Winner: 10500 W |
| Starting watts | 4050 W | Winner: Winner: 13000 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | 76 dB | Winner: Winner: 72 dB |
| Weight | Winner: Winner: 108.7 lbs | 387 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 11 h | 10.9 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 4 gal | 12 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 28 x 26 x 22 | 43 x 36 x 35 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120 | 120/240 |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | No | Yes |
| Covered outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | Not available | <5% % |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | Ducar OHV 4-stroke, 208 cc | Honda GX630 OHV V-Twin |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil | Electric |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 4 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 3000 W | 10500 W |
| Starting watts | 4050 W | 13000 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 | 11 h | 10.9 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | false | false |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA | CARB, EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | true | Not available |
| UPC | 819699011606 | 840321737458 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 3000 | 10500 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 4050 | 13000 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 11 | 10.9 |
| AC Outlet Types | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) | 3x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 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 4-stroke | OHV V-Twin |
| Engine Displacement | 208 | 688 |
| Engine Oil Type | 10W-30 | Not available |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 11 | 10.9 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Low oil and overload protection |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | No | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Included Accessories | Oil, funnel, tool kit, and wheel kit | Funnel, battery, and wheel kit |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Ford FG4050P is a 3000-watt gasoline generator built on a 208cc Ducar OHV 4-stroke engine. This wattage handles essential household appliances, power tools, and small job site equipment simultaneously. The 4050-watt peak output absorbs the startup surge of refrigerators, air compressors, and well pumps without stalling. At 108.7 pounds with an included wheel kit, the unit sits at the threshold where portability requires planning. A single person can move it short distances, but sustained transport benefits from a second set of hands or a vehicle. | The NorthStar c13000s is a commercial-grade portable generator designed for demanding jobsites, offering 13,000 surge watts and 10,500 rated watts of power. |
- Most PowerfulNorthStar c13000s10500W running
- QuietestNorthStar c13000s72 dB
- Longest RuntimeFord FG4050P11h at 50% load
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