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- Genmax GM6000XiE
- NorthStar c13000s
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| Specification | Genmax GM6000XiE | NorthStar c13000s |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | Yes | No |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | No | No |
| Running watts | 5250 W | Winner: Winner: 10500 W |
| Starting watts | 6000 W | Winner: Winner: 13000 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 70 dB | 72 dB |
| Weight | Winner: Winner: 106.9 lbs | 387 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | 9 h | Winner: Winner: 10.9 h |
| Run time @25% load | 13 h | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 3.8 gal | 12 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 22.2 x 18.1 x 17.7 | 43 x 36 x 35 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120/240 | 120/240 |
| Voltage (DC) | 5 | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Covered outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | less than 3% % | <5% % |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 312 cc Dinking OHV 4-stroke | Honda GX630 OHV V-Twin |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric | Electric |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 1 years | 4 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 5250 W | 10500 W |
| Starting watts | 6000 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 | 9 h | 10.9 h |
| Run time @25% load | 13 h | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | true | false |
| Compliance | EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 | CARB, EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Bonded to frame | Not available |
| UPC | 860012189717 | 840321737458 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 5250 | 10500 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 6000 | 13000 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 9 | 10.9 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 13 | Not available |
| AC Outlet Types | 1x 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 | OHV 4-stroke | OHV V-Twin |
| Engine Displacement | 312 | 688 |
| Engine Oil Type | SAE 10W/30 | Not available |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 13 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 9 | 10.9 |
| 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, wheel kit | Funnel, battery, and wheel kit |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Genmax GM6000XiE is a 5250-watt inverter generator built around a 312cc OHV engine. It delivers 6000 watts at startup, enough to handle the initial surge of refrigerators, air compressors, and power tools. The inverter produces less than 3% THD, meaning laptops and phones charge safely. At 106.9 lbs with wheels included, it sits between grab-and-go portability and serious job-site power. | 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
- QuietestGenmax GM6000XiE70 dB
- Longest RuntimeNorthStar c13000s10.9h at 50% load
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