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Ford FG6250P M Series VS. DuroStar DS12000EH

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Winner:

DuroStar DS12000EH

Reasons to buy DuroStar DS12000EH:

  • button icon It has Idle control which Lowers the RPMs of the generator when it’s not in use which saves fuel
  • button icon Has a powerful durostart engine which is powered by 18HP and 457cc
  • button icon Has a quiet muffler which reduces engine noise.
  • button icon Has plenty of power with 12000 starting watts and 9500 running watts
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Runners Up:

Ford FG6250P M Series

Reasons to buy Ford FG6250P M Series :

  • button icon Starting Wattage of 6250 watts and running wattage of 3600 watts
  • button icon Provides 11 hours on a 1/2 load
  • button icon 10 inch never flat wheels
  • button icon A digital hour meter
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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

DuroStar DS12000EH

  • Electric Start
  • Dual Fuel
  • CARB Compliant
  • Cold Start Technology
  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Runtime (Propane)
DESIGN:
WINNER :

Ford FG6250P M Series

  • Handle style
SAFETY:
DRAW :
CONCLUSION
DRAW :
Comparison Winner
DuroStar DS12000EH

Reasons why we like it:

  • Electric Start
  • Dual Fuel
  • CARB Compliant
  • Cold Start Technology
  • Suggested Tank Size (Propane)
  • Runtime (Propane)
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COMPARISON – Ford FG6250P M Series VS. DuroStar DS12000EH

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
Yes

Yes, it is portable to shift from one place to the other

Yes

It is portable

Starting Watts

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
Yes

6250 watts of peak wattage

Yes

12,000 watts

Running Stats

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
Yes

Runs at 5250 watts

Yes

9500 watts

RV Ready

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
Yes

Features multiple outlets with covers on control panel – RV Ready

No

Gas Powered

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
Yes

Runs using gas

Yes

It is powered by gas

Run Time on Full Tank

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
Yes

N/A

No

Recoil Start

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
Yes

Recoil starts

Yes

It is optional

Electric Start

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
No

Yes

It is optional

Dual Fuel

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
No

Yes

It uses dual fuel which gives you the Freedom and flexibility of fuel choice.

FUEL TYPE

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
Yes

Gas fuel type

Yes

Gasoline / propane

AMPERAGE

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
Yes

52.1/26 Amps

Yes

39.6A / 79.2A

VOLTAGE

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
Yes

120/240 Voltage

Yes

120V / 240VAC & 12VDC

FREQUENCY

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
Yes

60 Hz

Yes

60 Hz

HORSEPOWER

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
Yes

15 HP

Yes

18 HP

ENGINE TYPE

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
Yes

420 cc engine type

Yes

4-Cycle Air-Cooled Spark-Ignition

ENGINE SPEED

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
Yes

N/A

Yes

3600RPM

CARB Compliant

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
No

Yes

It is CARB complaint

CSA Certified

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
No

No

EPA Certified

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
Yes

EPA Certified

Yes

It is EPA approved

Cold Start Technology

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
No

Yes

It is designed with cold start technology for quick start in cold weather

Easy to Start

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
Yes

Easy to start through recoil method. Simply pull start to turn on the generator

Yes

It is easy to start since it is equipped with electric start and recoil start options

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
Yes

6.6 gallons fuel tank capacity of gasoline

Yes

8.3 gallons

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
No

Yes

4 gallons

Runtime (Gasoline)

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
Yes

Spends about 11 hours running after a 1/2 load

Yes

8.83 hours

Runtime (Propane)

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
No

Yes

7.2 hours

Low Oil Shut-Off

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
Yes

Shuts down on its own on low oil

Yes

Has a low oil shut off sensor which protects the engine from damage

Air Cooled

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
Yes

Air cools to prevent over heating

Yes

It is cooled by air

Engine Capacity

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
Yes

420 cc 4 stroke OHV engine capacity

Yes

457cc

Voltmeter

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
Yes

N/A

No

Noise Level (dBA)

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
Yes

78 dBA

Yes

72DBA

Multi-Purpose

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
Yes

Multi-purpose generator – ideal for home owners, job site, camping and tailgating

Yes

It is multi-purpose since it can power up several tools at the same time

Heavy Duty

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
Yes

Can deliver maximum power to 3 different appliances and provide emergency power - Heavy duty

Yes

It is a heavy duty machine since it can power up high voltage equipment such as lights, sump pump, medical equipment and others

Solar Generator

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
No

No

Framed for Durability

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
Yes

Framed using heavy duty powder coated M-Frame steel. Suitable for use even at job sites

Yes

It is frame for durability

Starting method

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
Yes

Recoil starting method

Yes

Electric / recoil method

DuroStar DS12000EH

DESIGN:

Open Frame

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
Yes

Constructed with an open frame design

Yes

Has an open frame

Outlets

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
Yes

(2) Duplex 120V 20A GFCI with a LED (on) indicators, (1) 120V 30A twist-lock (NEMA L5-30) and (1) 120/240V AC 30A twist-tock (NEMA L14-30)

Yes

(TWO) Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI,(ONE) 120V 30A (L5-30R),(ONE) 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) and (ONE) 120/240V 50A (14-50R)

Portable

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
Yes

Portable through its wheels and handle during its transportation

Yes

It is a portable dvice

Weight

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
Yes

174 pounds

Yes

221 lbs

Wheel type

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
Yes

10 inch wheel with a Never-Flat build and chrome F-150 motivated rims

Yes

Solid- fill wheels

Handle style

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
Yes

Features a fold down handle with a cushion grip for comfort while moving generator

No

Warranty

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
Yes

Up to 2 years warranty

Yes

3 year residential limited factory warranty

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
Yes

31 x 23 x 22 inches

Yes

30.00 x 30.00 x 26.00 inches

Included Accessories

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
Yes

Funnel, oil and tool kit

Yes

12V Generator Battery, Generator Wheel Kit, Generator Tool Kit and the Owner's Manual

Ford FG6250P M Series

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
Yes

LED indicator alert you once low oil is remaining in fuel tank

Yes

It has an oil warning light which lights indicating low oil level

Low oil shutdown

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
Yes

Automatically powers off when oil is not added in tank after warning

Yes

It shuts down if the low oil warning light lights in order to protect the engine from damage

Noise Level

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
Yes

78 decibels noise level – provides a quiet operation during power supply

Yes

72 DBA

CONCLUSION

Pros

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
Yes

- Constructed with a single cylinder 420 cc OHV 4 stroke air cooled engine - Outlets include (2) Duplex 120V 20A GFCI with a LED (on) indicators, (1) 120V 30A twist-lock (NEMA L5-30) and (1) 120/240V AC 30A twist-tock (NEMA L14-30) - Simple to begin using the recoil or pull-start mechanism and - Features a maximum starting wattage 6250 watts and runs at 5250 watts - RV ready through the multiple outlets with covers on control panel - Generator contains a LED indicator lights to infirm you when oil is minimum - Use the gasoline fuel types - Noise level of 78 decibels for a smooth operation - Comes with large 10 inch never flat wheels with chrome F-150 motivated rims that easily mounts over raised surfaces - Drop down handle style with a cushion grip to give you a comfortable handle - Comes with Oil, tool kit, user manual and funnel as included accessories - Compact and portable generator during movement - A large fuel tank capacity of 6.6 gallons that can run for 11 hours at a 50% load - It has a heavy duty steel frame that has been powder coated - Includes a digital data center with a control panel to provide information on hours and hertz - Warranty period is for 2 years

Yes

Has a heavy duty frame with four points fully isolated motor mounts for smooth quiet operation. It is designed with dual Fuel Technology which allows you to run your generator on Propane or Gas. It has several accessories included Has a fully featured power panel

Cons

Ford FG6250P M Series
DuroStar DS12000EH
Yes

- This generator is not CARB compliant - 78 decibels noise level makes some sound when running - It doesn’t have the electric start option - Is not flexible enough to use dual fuel type. Only uses gasoline alone - Doesn’t feature a cold start technology - Generator is not CSA certified for safety

Yes

It has a low fuel efficiency It relatively has low run time Has no remote start It is heavy

Overall Winner

DuroStar DS12000EH Check price here....

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