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  • NorthStar e18000s
  • VEVOR R3000iEP
  • Model e18000s
    Model e18000s

    NorthStar 15,000W Gas Generator

    15000W
    Running
    74 dB
    Noise
    View details
  • Model R3000iEP
    Model R3000iEP

    VEVOR 3,200W Gas Generator

    3200W
    Running
    66 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 e18000sVEVOR R3000iEP
General
Product type
Generator
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Fuel
Gasoline
Gasoline
InverterNoNo
Parallel capableNoNo
RV readyNoNo
Running watts
Winner: Winner: 15000 W
3200 W
Starting watts
Winner: Winner: 18000 W
4200 W
Noise (lower limit)
74 dB
Winner: Winner: 66 dB
Weight
423 lbs
Winner: Winner: 97 lbs
Run time @50% load
7.9 h
Winner: Winner: 8.5 h
Run time @25% load
Not available—
Not available—
Fuel tank
12 gal
2.3 gal
Fuel gaugeYesNo
Approx. dimensions (L × W × H)
43 x 36 x 35
23.2 x 18.0 x 20.1
Electrical
Voltage (AC)
120/240V 60 Hz
120
Voltage (DC)
Not available—
Not available—
GFCI outletsYesNo
Covered outletsYesNo
Automatic Voltage RegulationYesNo
THD
<5% %
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Engine
Engine
824 cc NorthStar e825 OHV 4-stroke
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Alternator
Not available—
Not available—
Starting system
Electric
Not available—
Warranty
Warranty
4 years
Not available—
Power by fuel
GasolineNot available—Not available—
Running watts
15000 W
3200 W
Starting watts
18000 W
4200 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
7.9 h
8.5 h
Run time @25% load
Not available—
Not available—
Other
Data center
Not available—
Not available—
Indicators
false
Not available—
Compliance
CARB, EPA
Not available—
Security
Not available—
Not available—
Spark arrestorYesNo
Neutral
true
Not available—
UPC
840321748058
Not available—
Core / High-priority specs
Running Watts (Gasoline)
15000
3200
Starting Watts (Gasoline)
18000
4200
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
7.9
8.5
AC Outlet Types
3x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI1x 120V 30A (L5-30R)1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R)1x 120/240V 60A (14-60R)
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Electrical & power
Frequency
60
60
Engine & construction
Engine Type
OHV 4-stroke
Not available—
Engine Displacement
824
Not available—
Runtime & fuel system
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
7.9
8.5
Safety & compliance
Overload Protection System
Low oil and overload protection
Not available—
Low Oil ProtectionYesNo
Carbon Monoxide MonitoringYesNo
Included equipment
Starting Components
Electric starting system
Not available—
Included Accessories
Funnel, battery, and wheel kit
Not available—
Warranty & identification
Commercial Warranty
4
Not available—
Part Number
Not available—
R3000iEP
Additional specs
Summary
The NorthStar e18000s is a commercial-grade EFI portable generator with electric start, delivering 18,000 surge watts and 15,000 rated watts. It features a NorthStar e825 OHV EFI engine, Quiet Armor Technology for reduced noise, and a heavy-duty steel exoskeleton for durability.
The VEVOR R3000iEP is a gasoline generator with a rated wattage of 3200 and a peak wattage of 4200.
  • Most Powerful
    NorthStar e18000s
    15000W running
  • Quietest
    VEVOR R3000iEP
    66 dB
  • Longest Runtime
    VEVOR R3000iEP
    8.5h at 50% load
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