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  • Pulsar PGL9000BCO
  • Aceup Energy AI4000DS
  • Model PGL9000BCO
    Model PGL9000BCO

    Pulsar 8,100W Dual-Fuel Generator

    8100W
    Running
    63 dB
    Noise
    View details
  • Model AI4000DS
    Model AI4000DS

    Aceup Energy 3,200W Generator

    3200W
    Running
    55 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 PGL9000BCOAceup Energy AI4000DS
General
Product type
Generator
Not available—
Fuel
Dual-Fuel
Not available—
InverterNoNo
Parallel capableNoYes
RV readyNoNo
Running watts
Winner: Winner: 8100 W
3200 W
Starting watts
Winner: Winner: 9000 W
4000 W
Noise (lower limit)
63 dB
Winner: Winner: 55 dB
Weight
Winner: Winner: 149 lbs
Not available—
Run time @50% load
Winner: Winner: 9.5 h
8 h
Run time @25% load
Not available—
Not available—
Fuel tank
7 gal
1.32 gal
Fuel gaugeYesNo
Approx. dimensions (L × W × H)
24.7 x 19.4 x 21.6
Not available—
Electrical
Voltage (AC)
120/240V 60 Hz
120V
Voltage (DC)
12
12V
GFCI outletsNoNo
Covered outletsNoNo
Automatic Voltage RegulationYesNo
THD
Not available—
Not available—
Engine
Engine
340 cc OHV 4-stroke
149cc 4-stroke OHV engine
Alternator
Not available—
Not available—
Starting system
Recoil, Electric
Not available—
Warranty
Warranty
3 years
2 years
Power by fuel
GasolineNot available—Not available—
Running watts
8100 W
3200 W
Starting watts
9000 W
4000 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
9.5 h
Not available—
Run time @25% load
Not available—
Not available—
PropaneNot available—Not available—
Running watts
6700 W
Not available—
Starting watts
7200 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
4.5 h
Not available—
Run time @25% load
Not available—
Not available—
Other
Data center
Not available—
Not available—
Indicators
true
true
Compliance
EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023
EPA compliant
Security
Not available—
Not available—
Spark arrestorYesNo
Neutral
Not available—
Not available—
UPC
814726028824
Not available—
Core / High-priority specs
Running Watts (Gasoline)
8100
3200
Running Watts (Propane)
6700
Not available—
Starting Watts (Gasoline)
9000
4000
Starting Watts (Propane)
7200
Not available—
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
9.5
Not available—
Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane)
4.5
Not available—
AC Outlet Types
2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R)1x 120V 30A (L5-30R)1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R)
One 20A outlet, one L5-30R Twist-Lock receptacle
Electrical & power
Frequency
60
60
Engine & construction
Engine Type
OHV 4-stroke
4-stroke OHV
Engine Displacement
340
149
Engine Oil Type
10W-30
Not available—
Runtime & fuel system
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
9.5
Not available—
Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane)
4.5
Not available—
Controls & display
Display Type
Not available—
Intelligent gauge
Idle Control System
Not available—
Economic mode
Safety & compliance
Overload Protection System
Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring
Not available—
Low Oil ProtectionYesNo
Carbon Monoxide MonitoringYesNo
Included equipment
Included Accessories
Oil, funnel, tool kit, propane hose, battery, and wheel kit
Oil funnel * 2; A bottle of Oil; Spark plug wrench
Warranty & identification
Residential Warranty
Not available—
2
Commercial Warranty
3
Not available—
Part Number
Not available—
SKU ‎AI4000s
Additional specs
Summary
The Pulsar PGL9000BCO is a 9,000-watt dual-fuel portable generator equipped with CO Sentry, offering versatility and reliability for various power needs.
The Aceup Energy AI4000DS is a 3200 watt rated gasoline generator with a peak output of 4000 watts, featuring a 149cc 4-stroke OHV engine and EPA compliance.
  • Most Powerful
    Pulsar PGL9000BCO
    8100W running
  • Quietest
    Aceup Energy AI4000DS
    55 dB
  • Longest Runtime
    Pulsar PGL9000BCO
    9.5h at 50% load
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