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| Specification | Pulsar PG13000TRCO | Ryobi RY909500 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Tri-Fuel | Gasoline |
| Inverter | No | No |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | No | No |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 10200 W | 8000 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 13000 W | 9500 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 81 dB | 85 dB |
| Weight | 216 lbs | Winner: Winner: 198 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 7.5 h | Winner: Winner: 7.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 8 gal | 6 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | No |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 29.7 x 25.4 x 25.8 | 31 x 29 x 24 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120/240 | 120/240 |
| Voltage (DC) | 12 | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Covered outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | Not available | <20% % |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 500 cc OHV 4-stroke | 500 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric, Remote | Recoil |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 10200 W | 8000 W |
| Starting watts | 13000 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 | 7.5 h | 7.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Natural gas | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 8160 W | Not available |
| Starting watts | 10500 W | 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 | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Propane | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 9200 W | Not available |
| Starting watts | 11500 W | 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 | 3 h | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | false | false |
| Compliance | EPA | EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | true | Bonded to frame |
| UPC | 814726028879 | 46396058553 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 10200 | 8000 |
| Running Watts (Propane) | 9200 | Not available |
| Running Watts (Natural Gas) | 8160 | Not available |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 13000 | 9500 |
| Starting Watts (Propane) | 11500 | Not available |
| Starting Watts (Natural Gas) | 10500 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 7.5 | 7.5 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | 3 | Not available |
| AC Outlet Types | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI; 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R); 1x 120/240V 50A (14-50R) | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke | 500 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 500 | 500 |
| Engine Oil Type | 10W-30 | Not available |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 7.5 | 7.5 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | 3 | Not available |
| 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 | ||
| Fuel Connection Components | natural gas hose with NPT adapter, propane hose | Not available |
| Included Accessories | Funnel, tool kit, key fob, natural gas hose with NPT adapter, propane hose, battery, and wheel kit | Oil and wheel kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | 3 | 3 |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Pulsar PG13000TRCO is a 13,000-watt Tri-Fuel portable generator designed to provide reliable power for homes, job sites, or RVs. It features a 500cc, 17HP OHV engine capable of running on gasoline, propane, or natural gas, offering flexibility in fuel choice. The generator includes electric and remote start options, a rugged steel frame with never-flat wheels, and safety features like carbon monoxide detection and low oil shutdown. | The Ryobi RY909500 is a 9500W Portable Gas Generator featuring a 500cc OHV engine, delivering 8000 running watts and 9500 starting watts. It offers a 7.5-hour runtime at 50% load, making it ideal for storm backup and jobsite use. |