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  • NorthStar c13000s
  • Yamaha EF3000iS
  • Model c13000s
    Model c13000s

    NorthStar 10,500W Gas Generator

    10500W
    Running
    72 dB
    Noise
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  • Model EF3000iS
    Model EF3000iS

    Yamaha 2,800W Gas Generator

    2800W
    Running
    54.5 dB
    Noise
    View details
Quick charts
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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 c13000sYamaha EF3000iS
General
Product type
Generator
Generator
Fuel
Gasoline
Gasoline
InverterNoYes
Parallel capableNoNo
RV readyNoNo
Running watts
Winner: Winner: 10500 W
2800 W
Starting watts
Winner: Winner: 13000 W
3000 W
Noise (lower limit)
72 dB
Winner: Winner: 54.5 dB
Weight
387 lbs
Winner: Winner: 136 lbs
Run time @50% load
Winner: Winner: 10.9 h
Not available
Run time @25% load
Not available
18.6 h
Fuel tank
12 gal
3.4 gal
Fuel gaugeYesYes
Approx. dimensions (L × W × H)
43 x 36 x 35
26.8 x 17.5 x 21.9
Electrical
Voltage (AC)
120/240
120
Voltage (DC)
Not available
Not available
GFCI outletsYesNo
Covered outletsYesNo
Automatic Voltage RegulationYesYes
THD
<5% %
Not available
Engine
Engine
Honda GX630 OHV V-Twin
171 cc Yamaha MZ175 OHV 4-stroke
Alternator
Not available
Not available
Starting system
Electric
Recoil
Warranty
Warranty
4 years
3 years
Power by fuel
GasolineNot availableNot available
Running watts
10500 W
2800 W
Starting watts
13000 W
3000 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
18.6 h
Other
Data center
Not available
Not available
Indicators
false
true
Compliance
CARB, EPA
CARB, EPA
Security
Not available
Not available
Spark arrestorYesYes
Neutral
Not available
Floating
UPC
840321737458
810856030645
Core / High-priority specs
Running Watts (Gasoline)
10500
2800
Starting Watts (Gasoline)
13000
3000
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
10.9
Not available
Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline)
Not available
18.6
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)
AC outlets1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R)1x 120V 30A (L5-30R)
Electrical & power
Frequency
60
60
Engine & construction
Engine Type
OHV V-Twin
Yamaha MZ175 OHV 4-stroke
Engine Displacement
688
171
Runtime & fuel system
Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline)
Not available
18.6
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
10.9
Not available
Safety & compliance
Overload Protection System
Low oil and overload protection
Low oil and overload protection
Low Oil ProtectionYesYes
Carbon Monoxide MonitoringYesYes
Included equipment
Included Accessories
Funnel, battery, and wheel kit
Battery charging cables
Warranty & identification
Commercial Warranty
Not available
3
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 Yamaha EF3000iS is a 3000-watt inverter generator designed for quiet operation and portability, featuring advanced technologies like Smart Throttle and Noise Block, and backed by a 3-year limited warranty.
  • Most Powerful
    NorthStar c13000s
    10500W running
  • Quietest
    Yamaha EF3000iS
    54.5 dB
  • Longest Runtime
    NorthStar c13000s
    10.9h at 50% load
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