Pulsar G12KBN Dual Fuel 12000W is a portable generator from Pulsar, rated 9,500 running watts with 12,000 starting watts on gasoline (8,550 W on propane), with 120/240V output.
General
Type
portable
Fuel
gasoline, propane
Power output
Running watts (gas / LP for standby)
9500 W
Starting watts (gas)
12000 W
Running watts (propane)
8550 W
Starting watts (propane)
10800 W
Performance
Runtime at 50% load (gas)
13 h
Fuel tank
8 gal
Electrical
Output voltage
120/240V
Transfer-switch-ready outlet
50 A
Outlets
4x 5-20R, L14-30R, L14-50R, 12V DC
Features
Start type
electric
CARB compliant
Yes
Engine
Engine
Ducar OHV
Engine displacement
457 cc
Physical
Weight
209 lb
Warranty
Warranty
3 yr
What the numbers mean
At 9,500 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 — 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: 13 h at 50% load on the 8-gallon tank
— roughly 20.8 h at 25% load (estimated)
.
Estimated fuel cost for 24 h at ~50% load: about $47 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 Pulsar G12KBN Dual Fuel 12000W run during an outage?
With 9,500 running watts on its best fuel, the Pulsar G12KBN Dual Fuel 12000W 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 Pulsar G12KBN Dual Fuel 12000W run on a tank of gas?
About 13 hours at 50% load on its 8-gallon tank, per the manufacturer's rating. At a lighter 25% load, figure roughly 20.8 hours (estimated — fuel burn does not scale linearly with load).
What does the Pulsar G12KBN Dual Fuel 12000W cost to run for a day?
Roughly $47 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.
What inlet does the Pulsar G12KBN Dual Fuel 12000W 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.
