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  • Pulsar PG13000TRCO
  • Sportsman GEN9000DF
  • Model PG13000TRCO
    Model PG13000TRCO

    Pulsar 10,200W Tri-Fuel Generator

    10200W
    Running
    81 dB
    Noise
    View details
  • Model GEN9000DF
    Model GEN9000DF

    Sportsman 8,000W Dual-Fuel Generator

    8000W
    Running
    80 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
SpecificationPulsar PG13000TRCOSportsman GEN9000DF
General
Product type
Generator
Generator
Fuel
Tri-Fuel
Dual-Fuel
InverterNoNo
Parallel capableNoNo
RV readyNoYes
Running watts
Winner: Winner: 10200 W
8000 W
Starting watts
Winner: Winner: 13000 W
9000 W
Noise (lower limit)
81 dB
Winner: Winner: 80 dB
Weight
216 lbs
Winner: Winner: 200 lbs
Run time @50% load
7.5 h
Winner: Winner: 10 h
Run time @25% load
Not available—
Not available—
Fuel tank
8 gal
8 gal
Fuel gaugeYesNo
Approx. dimensions (L × W × H)
29.7 x 25.4 x 25.8
29.5 x 23 x 20.5
Electrical
Voltage (AC)
120/240
120/240
Voltage (DC)
12
Not available—
GFCI outletsYesYes
Covered outletsYesYes
Automatic Voltage RegulationYesYes
THD
Not available—
Not available—
Engine
Engine
500 cc OHV 4-stroke
420 cc OHV 4-stroke
Alternator
Not available—
Not available—
Starting system
Recoil, Electric, Remote
Recoil, Electric
Warranty
Warranty
3 years
1 years
Power by fuel
GasolineNot available—Not available—
Running watts
10200 W
8000 W
Starting watts
13000 W
9000 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
10 h
Run time @25% load
Not available—
Not available—
Natural gasNot 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—
PropaneNot available—Not available—
Running watts
9200 W
7200 W
Starting watts
11500 W
8100 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
3 h
5 h
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 arrestorYesNo
Neutral
true
Not available—
UPC
814726028879
27077801606
Core / High-priority specs
Running Watts (Gasoline)
10200
8000
Running Watts (Propane)
9200
7200
Running Watts (Natural Gas)
8160
Not available—
Starting Watts (Gasoline)
13000
9000
Starting Watts (Propane)
11500
8100
Starting Watts (Natural Gas)
10500
Not available—
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
7.5
10
Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane)
3
5
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) GFCI; 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R); 1x 120V 30A (TT-30R)
Electrical & power
Frequency
60
60
Engine & construction
Engine Type
OHV 4-stroke
OHV 4-stroke
Engine Displacement
500
420
Engine Oil Type
10W-30
SAE10W-30
Runtime & fuel system
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
7.5
10
Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane)
3
5
Safety & compliance
Overload Protection System
Low oil and overload protection
Low oil and overload protection
Low Oil ProtectionYesYes
Carbon Monoxide MonitoringYesNo
Included equipment
Starting Components
Not available—
Recoil; Electric
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
Tool kit, propane hose, battery charging cables, and wheel kit
Warranty & identification
Commercial Warranty
3
1
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 Sportsman GEN9000DF is a dual fuel generator capable of delivering 9000 surge watts and 8000 running watts, powered by a 15.0 HP 4-Stroke OHV engine. It offers both recoil and electric start options and includes multiple outlets for versatile use.
  • Most Powerful
    Pulsar PG13000TRCO
    10200W running
  • Quietest
    Sportsman GEN9000DF
    80 dB
  • Longest Runtime
    Sportsman GEN9000DF
    10h at 50% load
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