Predator 13000 Tri-Fuel (71386) vs Pulsar G12KBN Dual Fuel 12000W
The Predator 13000 Tri-Fuel (71386) is the more powerful unit: 10,000 running watts against 9,500 — about 5% more capacity for the Predator 13000 Tri-Fuel (71386). The Predator 13000 Tri-Fuel (71386) offers more fuel flexibility (gasoline, propane, natural gas) where the Pulsar G12KBN Dual Fuel 12000W runs on gasoline and propane. The Pulsar G12KBN Dual Fuel 12000W runs longer at half load — 13 hours on its 8-gallon tank vs 12.1 hours.
| Predator 13000 Tri-Fuel (71386) | Pulsar G12KBN Dual Fuel 12000W | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | portable | portable |
| Fuel | gasoline, propane, natural-gas | gasoline, propane |
| Running watts (gas / LP for standby) | 10000 W | 9500 W |
| Starting watts (gas) | 13000 W | 12000 W |
| Running watts (propane) | 9100 W | 8550 W |
| Starting watts (propane) | 12000 W | 10800 W |
| Running watts (natural gas) | 7800 W | — |
| Starting watts (natural gas) | 10000 W | — |
| Noise level | 78.5 dBA | — |
| Runtime at 50% load (gas) | 12.1 h | 13 h |
| Fuel tank | 10.7 gal | 8 gal |
| Output voltage | 120/240V | 120/240V |
| Transfer-switch-ready outlet | — | 50 A |
| Outlets | 4x GFCI 5-20R duplex, L5-30R, L14-30R, 14-50R | 4x 5-20R, L14-30R, L14-50R, 12V DC |
| Start type | remote electric | electric |
| CO safety shutoff | Yes | — |
| CARB compliant | — | Yes |
| Engine | — | Ducar OHV |
| Engine displacement | 458 cc | 457 cc |
| Weight | 226 lb | 209 lb |
| Warranty | — | 3 yr |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Predator 13000 Tri-Fuel (71386) or the Pulsar G12KBN Dual Fuel 12000W?
The Predator 13000 Tri-Fuel (71386), at 10,000 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 Predator 13000 Tri-Fuel (71386) or the Pulsar G12KBN Dual Fuel 12000W?
Estimated fuel for 24 hours at about 50% load: $68 on gasoline for the Predator 13000 Tri-Fuel (71386) 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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