DuroMax XP15000HX Dual Fuel vs Pulsar G12KBN Dual Fuel 12000W
The DuroMax XP15000HX Dual Fuel is the more powerful unit: 12,000 running watts against 9,500 — about 21% more capacity for the DuroMax XP15000HX Dual Fuel. The Pulsar G12KBN Dual Fuel 12000W runs longer at half load — 13 hours on its 8-gallon tank vs 12 hours.
| DuroMax XP15000HX Dual Fuel | Pulsar G12KBN Dual Fuel 12000W | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | portable | portable |
| Fuel | gasoline, propane | gasoline, propane |
| Running watts (gas / LP for standby) | 12000 W | 9500 W |
| Starting watts (gas) | 15000 W | 12000 W |
| Running watts (propane) | 11400 W | 8550 W |
| Starting watts (propane) | 14250 W | 10800 W |
| Noise level | 78 dBA | — |
| Runtime at 50% load (gas) | 12 h | 13 h |
| Fuel tank | 13.2 gal | 8 gal |
| Output voltage | 120/240V | 120/240V |
| Transfer-switch-ready outlet | 50 A | 50 A |
| Outlets | — | 4x 5-20R, L14-30R, L14-50R, 12V DC |
| Start type | electric | electric |
| CO safety shutoff | Yes | — |
| CARB compliant | — | Yes |
| Engine | — | Ducar OHV |
| Engine displacement | 670 cc | 457 cc |
| Weight | 345 lb | 209 lb |
| Warranty | — | 3 yr |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the DuroMax XP15000HX Dual Fuel or the Pulsar G12KBN Dual Fuel 12000W?
The DuroMax XP15000HX Dual Fuel, at 12,000 running watts on its best fuel versus 9,500 W. Remember that dual-fuel and natural-gas ratings are lower than gasoline ratings — the comparison table shows the published per-fuel figures.
Which costs less to run, the DuroMax XP15000HX Dual Fuel or the Pulsar G12KBN Dual Fuel 12000W?
Estimated fuel for 24 hours at about 50% load: $84 on gasoline for the DuroMax XP15000HX Dual Fuel vs $47 on gasoline for the Pulsar G12KBN Dual Fuel 12000W, at national average prices. These are spec-sheet-derived estimates — the assumptions are on the methodology page, and different fuels make this a cost comparison, not an efficiency ranking.
Where do these specifications come from?
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