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  • NorthStar c13000s
  • Aceup Energy AG1200
  • Model c13000s
    Model c13000s

    NorthStar 10,500W Gas Generator

    10500W
    Running
    72 dB
    Noise
    View details
  • Model AG1200
    Model AG1200

    Aceup Energy 900W Gas Inverter Generator

    900W
    Running
    dB
    Noise
    View details
Quick charts
Each chart uses its own Y-axis scale (so numbers are comparable within a chart).
Running watts
W
Starting watts
W
Noise
dB
Runtime @50%
h
Running watts by fuel
Shows how output changes across gasoline/propane/natural gas (when available).
Generator Specifications Comparison
SpecificationNorthStar c13000sAceup Energy AG1200
General
Product type
Generator
Not available—
Fuel
Gasoline
Gasoline
InverterNoYes
Parallel capableNoNo
RV readyNoNo
Running watts
Winner: Winner: 10500 W
900 W
Starting watts
Winner: Winner: 13000 W
1200 W
Noise (lower limit)
Winner: Winner: 72 dB
Not available—
Weight
387 lbs
Winner: Winner: 35.3 lbs
Run time @50% load
Winner: Winner: 10.9 h
6 h
Run time @25% load
Not available—
Not available—
Fuel tank
12 gal
1.1 gal
Fuel gaugeYesNo
Approx. dimensions (L × W × H)
43 x 36 x 35
Not available—
Electrical
Voltage (AC)
120/240
120
Voltage (DC)
Not available—
Not available—
GFCI outletsYesNo
Covered outletsYesNo
Automatic Voltage RegulationYesNo
THD
<5% %
Not available—
Engine
Engine
Honda GX630 OHV V-Twin
71cc Single Cylinder, 2 Cycle Engine
Alternator
Not available—
Not available—
Starting system
Electric
Not available—
Warranty
Warranty
4 years
2 years
Power by fuel
GasolineNot available—Not available—
Running watts
10500 W
900 W
Starting watts
13000 W
1200 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
10.9 h
Not available—
Run time @25% load
Not available—
Not available—
Other
Data center
Not available—
Not available—
Indicators
false
Not available—
Compliance
CARB, EPA
EPA and CARB compliant
Security
Not available—
Not available—
Spark arrestorYesNo
Neutral
Not available—
Not available—
UPC
840321737458
Not available—
Core / High-priority specs
Running Watts (Gasoline)
10500
900
Starting Watts (Gasoline)
13000
1200
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
10.9
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AC Outlet Types
3x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R); 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R); 1x 120/240V 50A (14-50R)
One American-style duplex socket
Electrical & power
Frequency
60
60
Engine & construction
Engine Type
OHV V-Twin
2-stroke
Engine Displacement
688
71
Engine Oil Type
Not available—
2-cycle oil mixture (50:1)
Runtime & fuel system
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
10.9
Not available—
Safety & compliance
Overload Protection System
Low oil and overload protection
Not available—
Low Oil ProtectionYesNo
Carbon Monoxide MonitoringYesNo
Included equipment
Mobility Components
Not available—
Handle
Included Accessories
Funnel, battery, and wheel kit
Spark Plug Wrench, Oil Measuring Cup, Handle (with two screws)
Warranty & identification
Residential Warranty
Not available—
2
Part Number
Not available—
AG1200
Additional specs
Summary
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.
The Aceup Energy AG1200 is a gasoline-powered inverter generator with 900 rated watts and 1200 peak watts.
  • Most Powerful
    NorthStar c13000s
    10500W running
  • Quietest
    NorthStar c13000s
    72 dB
  • Longest Runtime
    NorthStar c13000s
    10.9h at 50% load
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