Predator 13000 Tri-Fuel (71386) is a portable generator from Predator, rated 10,000 running watts with 13,000 starting watts on gasoline (9,100 W on propane), measured at 78.5 dBA, with 120/240V output.
General
Type
portable
Fuel
gasoline, propane, natural-gas
Power output
Running watts (gas / LP for standby)
10000 W
Starting watts (gas)
13000 W
Running watts (propane)
9100 W
Starting watts (propane)
12000 W
Running watts (natural gas)
7800 W
Starting watts (natural gas)
10000 W
Performance
Noise level
78.5 dBA
Runtime at 50% load (gas)
12.1 h
Fuel tank
10.7 gal
Electrical
Output voltage
120/240V
Outlets
4x GFCI 5-20R duplex, L5-30R, L14-30R, 14-50R
Features
Start type
remote electric
CO safety shutoff
Yes
Engine
Engine displacement
458 cc
Physical
Weight
226 lb
What the numbers mean
At 10,000 running watts
on its best fuel, this unit covers most household circuits through an appropriately sized transfer switch; central air conditioning typically needs load management or a soft starter.
Runs on gasoline, propane, natural gas — expect lower output on propane (roughly
10%) and natural gas (roughly 20%) than on gasoline; the spec table shows the
published per-fuel ratings.
Runtime: 12.1 h at 50% load on the 10.7-gallon tank
— roughly 19.4 h at 25% load (estimated)
.
Estimated fuel cost for 24 h at ~50% load: about $68 on gasoline at
national average prices (assumptions).
House hookup: pairs with a 50 A generator inlet (
14-50 / CS6365) and a transfer switch or interlock
installed by an electrician.
What can the Predator 13000 Tri-Fuel (71386) run during an outage?
With 10,000 running watts on its best fuel, the Predator 13000 Tri-Fuel (71386) covers most household circuits through an appropriately sized transfer switch; central air conditioning typically needs load management or a soft starter. Add up your actual loads with a sizing worksheet — the bands here are rough guidance, not a load calculation.
How long does the Predator 13000 Tri-Fuel (71386) run on a tank of gas?
About 12.1 hours at 50% load on its 10.7-gallon tank, per the manufacturer's rating. At a lighter 25% load, figure roughly 19.4 hours (estimated — fuel burn does not scale linearly with load).
What does the Predator 13000 Tri-Fuel (71386) cost to run for a day?
Roughly $68 for 24 hours of continuous operation at about 50% load on gasoline, at national average fuel prices. The assumptions behind this estimate are documented on the methodology page; your fuel price and load change the figure.
Does the Predator 13000 Tri-Fuel (71386) have a CO safety shutoff?
Yes — the Predator 13000 Tri-Fuel (71386) has a built-in carbon monoxide sensor that shuts the engine down when CO accumulates around the unit. It is a backstop, not a substitute for running the generator outdoors at least 20 feet from the house.
What inlet does the Predator 13000 Tri-Fuel (71386) need to power a house?
A 50 A generator inlet (a 14-50 or CS6365 connection) wired to a transfer switch or interlock kit — an electrician's job that normally requires a permit. Never backfeed through a dryer or wall outlet.
