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| Specification | NorthStar c8000s | Powerhorse s9500d |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Dual-Fuel |
| Inverter | No | No |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | No | No |
| Running watts | 6600 W | Winner: Winner: 7500 W |
| Starting watts | 8000 W | Winner: Winner: 9500 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 73 dB | 97 dB |
| Weight | 280 lbs | Winner: Winner: 220 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 10.6 h | 10 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 8 gal | 6.6 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 41 x 32 x 29 | 29.3 x 26.7 x 26.4 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120/240 | 120/240V 60 Hz |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | 5V |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Covered outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | < 5% % | <23% % |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | Honda GX390 OHV 4-stroke | 420 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric | Recoil, Electric |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 4 years | 2 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 6600 W | 7500 W |
| Starting watts | 8000 W | 9500 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 | 10.6 h | 10 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Propane | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | Not available | 6750 W |
| Starting watts | Not available | 8550 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 | 5 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | false | true |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA | EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | true | Bonded to frame |
| UPC | 840321737618 | 840321763990 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 6600 | 7500 |
| Running Watts (Propane) | Not available | 6750 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 8000 | 9500 |
| Starting Watts (Propane) | Not available | 8550 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10.6 | 10 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | Not available | 5 |
| AC Outlet Types | 3x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R); 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R) 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke | 420 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 389 | 420 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10.6 | 10 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | Not available | 5 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection. | Not available |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Mobility Components | Not available | Yes |
| Starting Components | Not available | Starting Components |
| Fuel Connection Components | Not available | propane hose |
| Included Accessories | Funnel, Battery, and Wheel Kit | Funnel, tool kit, propane hose, and wheel kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | Not available | 2 |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The NorthStar c8000s is a commercial-grade portable generator designed for demanding job sites, featuring a Honda GX390 OHV engine and Quiet Armor Technology for reduced noise. | The Powerhorse s9500d is a dual-fuel portable generator offering 9,500 surge watts and 7,500 rated watts, suitable for various applications including emergency power and outdoor events. |
