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  • Pulsar PGD105TiSCO
  • Yamaha EF3000iSEB
  • Model PGD105TiSCO
    Model PGD105TiSCO

    Pulsar 8,500W Tri-Fuel Generator

    8500W
    Running
    62 dB
    Noise
    View details
  • Model EF3000iSEB
    Model EF3000iSEB

    Yamaha 2,800W Gas Generator

    2800W
    Running
    54.5 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
SpecificationPulsar PGD105TiSCOYamaha EF3000iSEB
General
Product type
Generator
Generator
Fuel
Tri-Fuel
Gasoline
InverterYesYes
Parallel capableYesNo
RV readyNoNo
Running watts
Winner: Winner: 8500 W
2800 W
Starting watts
Winner: Winner: 10500 W
3500 W
Noise (lower limit)
62 dB
Winner: Winner: 54.5 dB
Weight
246.9 lbs
Winner: Winner: 156 lbs
Run time @50% load
Winner: Winner: 9 h
Not available
Run time @25% load
Not available
18.6 h
Fuel tank
6.9 gal
3.4 gal
Fuel gaugeYesYes
Approx. dimensions (L × W × H)
31.4 x 22.8 x 29.4
26.8 x 17.5 x 21.9
Electrical
Voltage (AC)
120/240
120
Voltage (DC)
5
Not available
GFCI outletsYesNo
Covered outletsYesNo
Automatic Voltage RegulationYesYes
THD
3 %
<3% %
Engine
Engine
458 cc OHV 4-stroke
171 cc Yamaha MZ175 OHV 4-stroke
Alternator
Not available
Not available
Starting system
Recoil, Electric, Remote
Recoil, Electric
Warranty
Warranty
3 years
3 years
Power by fuel
GasolineNot availableNot available
Running watts
8500 W
2800 W
Starting watts
10500 W
3500 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
9 h
Not available
Run time @25% load
Not available
Not available
Natural gasNot availableNot available
Running watts
6800 W
Not available
Starting watts
8400 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 availableNot available
Running watts
8000 W
Not available
Starting watts
9500 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
Other
Data center
Not available
Not available
Indicators
true
true
Compliance
CARB, EPA
CARB, EPA
Security
Not available
Not available
Spark arrestorYesYes
Neutral
true
Floating
UPC
814726028121
799530396652
Core / High-priority specs
Running Watts (Gasoline)
8500
2800
Running Watts (Propane)
8000
Not available
Running Watts (Natural Gas)
6800
Not available
Starting Watts (Gasoline)
10500
3500
Starting Watts (Propane)
9500
Not available
Starting Watts (Natural Gas)
8400
Not available
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
9
Not available
AC Outlet Types
2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI; 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R); 1x 120/240V 50A (14-50R)
1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R)
Electrical & power
Frequency
60
60
Engine & construction
Engine Type
OHV 4-stroke
Yamaha MZ175 OHV 4-stroke
Engine Displacement
458
171
Engine Oil Type
10W-30
SAE 10W-30
Runtime & fuel system
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
9
Not available
Safety & compliance
Overload Protection System
Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring
Low oil and overload protection
Low Oil ProtectionYesYes
Carbon Monoxide MonitoringYesYes
Included equipment
Starting Components
Recoil, Electric, Remote
Recoil, Electric
Included Accessories
Oil, tool kit, key fob, natural gas hose with NPT adapter, propane hose, and battery
Battery
Warranty & identification
Commercial Warranty
3
3
Additional specs
Summary
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.
The Yamaha EF3000iSEB is a 3000-watt inverter generator featuring Boost Technology, providing an additional 500-watt boost for up to 10 seconds. It offers quiet operation, fuel efficiency, and is equipped with an electric starter and built-in wheels for portability.
  • Most Powerful
    Pulsar PGD105TiSCO
    8500W running
  • Quietest
    Yamaha EF3000iSEB
    54.5 dB
  • Longest Runtime
    Pulsar PGD105TiSCO
    9h at 50% load
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