Generac GP6500 VS. DuroMax XP12000EH

It is a portable generator. Uses wheels and drop down handles for portability

8000 starting watts

6500 running watts

RV ready – features transfer switch ready covered circuit breaker protected outlets and spark arrestor ideal for forested areas

Gas powered

Takes 10 hours running after a 50% fuel tank

Recoil start

Runs on gasoline

54 .2/27.1 Amperage

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389 cc OHV with a splash lubrication to expand engine life

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Approved for the EPA Certification

Uses the easy pull start method to begin. Easy to begin without following multiple steps

Holds up to 7.2 gallons of fuel tank capacity with inbuilt fuel gauge

10 hours long on a 1/2 gasoline load

Low oil level shut off with an overload protection for safety

Yes, it is air cooled

389 cc OHV engine capacity

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It is multi-purpose. Suitable for power tool use, tailgating, emergency power backup at home and camping

Heavy duty generator -

Framed for durability with 1 1/4 inch hardened steel tube cradle

Recoil starting conventional method

Yes – provides stability and allows you to raise it above the floor

Built with 5 AC outlets – 2 x Duplexes 120 V 20 A (5-20R) and 120/240 V 30 A (L14-30R) receptacle

It is portable to transfer this generator to different places

184 pounds

Heavy duty wheel type – doesn’t run flat and easily maneuvers over different in and out door floors

Locking fold down handle style – gentle on hands and provides compact storage

2 years

Compact measurements of 28.75 x 26.75 x 25 inches

Comes with oil and user manual

Low oil indicator through the hour meter with maintenance alerts

Instantly switches off once low oil is indicated in the fuel tank to safeguard this engine

Low tone muffler for a quiet operation at all times

- Created with fold down handles that is locking for little space storage and portability - Powerful starting and running watts of 8000 watts and 6500 watts respectively - Built with a Generac 389cc OHV engine type featuring a splash lubrication that gives long engine life - Shuts down on its own when fuel is low in tank to guard the engine from destruction - Built with 5 AC outlets – 2 x Duplexes 120 V 20 A (5-20R) and 120/240 V 30 A (L14-30R) receptacle - This model is EPA certified - Large fuel tank capacity of a 7.2 gallons steel fuel tank capacity with a fuel gauge for additional durability - Built with an hour meter for tracking the maintenance intervals - Heavy duty never flat wheels that easily crosses on the multiple grounds - Framed using a strong steel frame that is hardened using a 1 1/4 inch steel tube cradle for durability - Features an automatic voltage regulation system - Engine can be air cooled to prevent overheating after longtime running - Included accessories attached are the starting engine oil and owner’s user manual - Up to 2 year limited warranty - Uses a low tone muffler to run this generator quietly - Overload protection protects generator from damage

- Engine cannot be electric started - Wheels cannot maneuver over stairs and other highly raised surfaces - Doesn’t use solar and propane as fuel types - It is not CARB and CSA compliant