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- NorthStar c8000s
- Pulsar PGX60BiSRCO
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| Specification | NorthStar c8000s | Pulsar PGX60BiSRCO |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Dual-Fuel |
| Inverter | No | Yes |
| Parallel capable | No | Yes |
| RV ready | No | Yes |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 6600 W | 5400 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 8000 W | 6000 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | 73 dB | Winner: Winner: 67 dB |
| Weight | 280 lbs | Winner: Winner: 93.5 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 10.6 h | 8 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 8 gal | 3 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 41 x 32 x 29 | 23.6 x 15 x 21.7 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120/240 | 120/240 |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | 5 |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | No |
| Covered outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | < 5% % | 3 % |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | Honda GX390 OHV 4-stroke | 224 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric | Recoil, Electric, Remote |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 4 years | 3 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 6600 W | 5400 W |
| Starting watts | 8000 W | 6000 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 | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Propane | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | Not available | 4600 W |
| Starting watts | Not available | Not available |
| 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 | 7.5 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 | Not available |
| UPC | 840321737618 | 814726029395 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 6600 | 5400 |
| Running Watts (Propane) | Not available | 4600 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 8000 | 6000 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10.6 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | Not available | 7.5 |
| AC Outlet Types | 3x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R); 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (TT-30R); 1x 120/240V 50A (14-50R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke | 224 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 389 | 224 |
| Engine Oil Type | Not available | 10W-30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10.6 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | Not available | 7.5 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection. | Low oil and overload protection |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Starting Components | Not available | Recoil, Electric, Remote |
| Included Accessories | Funnel, Battery, and Wheel Kit | Oil, funnel, tool kit, key fob, propane hose, and battery |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | Not available | 3 |
| 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 Pulsar PGX60BiSRCO is a 6,000-watt dual fuel inverter generator designed for emergency home power, RV adventures, and jobsite performance. It offers clean, stable power suitable for sensitive electronics and features multiple start options, including remote, electric, and recoil start. |
- Most PowerfulNorthStar c8000s6600W running
- QuietestPulsar PGX60BiSRCO67 dB
- Longest RuntimeNorthStar c8000s10.6h at 50% load
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