Predator 13000 Tri-Fuel (71386) vs Westinghouse WGen9500DF
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 Westinghouse WGen9500DF is the quieter of the two (74 dBA vs 78.5 dBA — though manufacturers measure noise at different loads and distances). The Predator 13000 Tri-Fuel (71386) offers more fuel flexibility (gasoline, propane, natural gas) where the Westinghouse WGen9500DF runs on gasoline and propane.
| Predator 13000 Tri-Fuel (71386) | Westinghouse WGen9500DF | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 12500 W |
| Running watts (propane) | 9100 W | 8500 W |
| Starting watts (propane) | 12000 W | 11200 W |
| Running watts (natural gas) | 7800 W | — |
| Starting watts (natural gas) | 10000 W | — |
| Noise level | 78.5 dBA | 74 dBA |
| Runtime at 50% load (gas) | 12.1 h | — |
| Fuel tank | 10.7 gal | 6.6 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 | 2x GFCI 5-20R duplex, L14-30R, 14-50R |
| Start type | remote electric | remote electric |
| CO safety shutoff | Yes | — |
| Engine displacement | 458 cc | 457 cc |
| Weight | 226 lb | 211 lb |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Predator 13000 Tri-Fuel (71386) or the Westinghouse WGen9500DF?
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.
Where do these specifications come from?
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