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  • Powermate PM9400E
  • Pulsar PGD105TiSCO
  • Model PM9400E
    Model PM9400E

    Powermate 7,500W Gas Generator

    7500W
    Running
    0 dB
    Noise
    View details
  • Model PGD105TiSCO
    Model PGD105TiSCO

    Pulsar 8,500W Tri-Fuel Generator

    8500W
    Running
    62 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
SpecificationPowermate PM9400EPulsar PGD105TiSCO
General
Product type
Generator
Generator
Fuel
Gasoline
Tri-Fuel
InverterNoYes
Parallel capableNoYes
RV readyNoNo
Running watts
7500 W
Winner: Winner: 8500 W
Starting watts
9400 W
Winner: Winner: 10500 W
Noise (lower limit)
0 dB
Winner: Winner: 62 dB
Weight
Winner: Winner: 188 lbs
246.9 lbs
Run time @50% load
Winner: Winner: 10 h
9 h
Run time @25% load
13 h
Not available—
Fuel tank
8 gal
6.9 gal
Fuel gaugeYesYes
Approx. dimensions (L × W × H)
31 x 27 x 26.4
31.4 x 22.8 x 29.4
Electrical
Voltage (AC)
120/240
120/240
Voltage (DC)
Not available—
5
GFCI outletsYesYes
Covered outletsYesYes
Automatic Voltage RegulationYesYes
THD
Not available—
3 %
Engine
Engine
420 cc OHV 4-stroke
458 cc OHV 4-stroke
Alternator
Not available—
Not available—
Starting system
Recoil, Electric
Recoil, Electric, Remote
Warranty
Warranty
3 years
3 years
Power by fuel
GasolineNot available—Not available—
Running watts
7500 W
8500 W
Starting watts
9400 W
10500 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 h
9 h
Run time @25% load
13 h
Not available—
Natural gasNot available—Not available—
Running watts
Not available—
6800 W
Starting watts
Not available—
8400 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—
Not available—
Run time @25% load
Not available—
Not available—
PropaneNot available—Not available—
Running watts
Not available—
8000 W
Starting watts
Not available—
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
Not available—
Not available—
Run time @25% load
Not available—
Not available—
Other
Data center
Not available—
Not available—
Indicators
false
true
Compliance
EPA
CARB, EPA
Security
Not available—
Not available—
Spark arrestorYesYes
Neutral
true
true
UPC
696471077827
814726028121
Core / High-priority specs
Running Watts (Gasoline)
7500
8500
Running Watts (Propane)
Not available—
8000
Running Watts (Natural Gas)
Not available—
6800
Starting Watts (Gasoline)
9400
10500
Starting Watts (Propane)
Not available—
9500
Starting Watts (Natural Gas)
Not available—
8400
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
10
9
Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline)
13
Not available—
AC Outlet Types
2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI; 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R)
2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI; 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R); 1x 120/240V 50A (14-50R)
Electrical & power
Frequency
60
60
Engine & construction
Engine Type
OHV 4-stroke
OHV 4-stroke
Engine Displacement
420
458
Engine Oil Type
10W-30 / SAE 30
10W-30
Runtime & fuel system
Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline)
13
Not available—
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
10
9
Safety & compliance
Overload Protection System
Low oil and overload protection
Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring
Low Oil ProtectionYesYes
Carbon Monoxide MonitoringNoYes
Included equipment
Starting Components
Oil, battery charger, battery, and wheel kit
Recoil, Electric, Remote
Included Accessories
Oil, battery charger, battery, and wheel kit
Oil, tool kit, key fob, natural gas hose with NPT adapter, propane hose, and battery
Warranty & identification
Commercial Warranty
Not available—
3
Additional specs
Summary
The Powermate PM9400E is a portable generator offering 9,400 starting watts and 7,500 running watts, equipped with a Generac 420cc OHV engine and an 8-gallon fuel tank, providing up to 13 hours of runtime at 25% load.
The Pulsar PGD105TiSCO is a 10,500-watt peak inverter generator that operates on tri-fuel options including gasoline, propane, and natural gas. It features a 458cc OHV engine, multiple starting methods, and is suitable for residential, outdoor, and work applications.
  • Most Powerful
    Pulsar PGD105TiSCO
    8500W running
  • Quietest
    Pulsar PGD105TiSCO
    62 dB
  • Longest Runtime
    Powermate PM9400E
    10h at 50% load
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