Pulsar G12KBN Dual Fuel 12000W vs Westinghouse WGen7500
The Pulsar G12KBN Dual Fuel 12000W is the more powerful unit: 9,500 running watts against 7,500 — about 21% more capacity for the Pulsar G12KBN Dual Fuel 12000W. The Pulsar G12KBN Dual Fuel 12000W offers more fuel flexibility (gasoline, propane) where the Westinghouse WGen7500 runs on gasoline.
| Pulsar G12KBN Dual Fuel 12000W | Westinghouse WGen7500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | portable | portable |
| Fuel | gasoline, propane | gasoline |
| Running watts (gas / LP for standby) | 9500 W | 7500 W |
| Starting watts (gas) | 12000 W | 9500 W |
| Running watts (propane) | 8550 W | — |
| Starting watts (propane) | 10800 W | — |
| Noise level | — | 72 dBA |
| Runtime at 50% load (gas) | 13 h | — |
| Fuel tank | 8 gal | 6.6 gal |
| Output voltage | 120/240V | 120/240V |
| Transfer-switch-ready outlet | 50 A | 30 A |
| Outlets | 4x 5-20R, L14-30R, L14-50R, 12V DC | — |
| Start type | electric | remote electric |
| CARB compliant | Yes | — |
| Engine | Ducar OHV | — |
| Engine displacement | 457 cc | 420 cc |
| Weight | 209 lb | 196 lb |
| Warranty | 3 yr | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Pulsar G12KBN Dual Fuel 12000W or the Westinghouse WGen7500?
The Pulsar G12KBN Dual Fuel 12000W, at 9,500 running watts on its best fuel versus 7,500 W. Remember that dual-fuel and natural-gas ratings are lower than gasoline ratings — the comparison table shows the published per-fuel figures.
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