A budget large tri-fuel generator for homes with a natural gas line that want whole-house backup through a 50 A transfer switch, trading some build quality for a much lower price.
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Every DuroStar DS13000 model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own size.
| Model | Running / starting | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DuroStar DS13000MX | 10,500 / 13,000 W | 4.4/5 | $899 |
| DuroStar DS13000MXT (this one) | 10,500 / 13,000 W | 4.5/5 | $999 |
The rating comes from 7 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its size. How we rank explains each one.
| Model number | DS13000MXT |
|---|---|
| Output | |
| Gasoline | 10,500 W running, 13,000 W starting |
| Propane | 10,000 W running, 12,500 W starting |
| Natural gas | 9,000 W running, 11,250 W starting |
| Outlets | 2 × 120 V, L14-30, 14-50 |
| Transfer switch ready | Yes, 240 V |
| Price per watt | $0.10 |
| Fuel and run time | |
| Fuel | Gasoline, propane, natural gas |
| Tank | 8.3 gal |
| Run time (gasoline) | 8.5 hr at 50% load |
| Engine | 500 cc |
| Noise and safety | |
| Rated noise | 74 dBA |
| CO shutoff | Yes |
| CARB compliant | No |
| Build | |
| Starting | Remote, electric and recoil |
| Wheels | Yes |
| Dimensions | 30.5 x 27.3 x 26 in |
| Weight | 211 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years |
| Released | 2024-10 |
A large tri-fuel generator that can run most of a house through a transfer switch on gasoline, propane or a natural gas line. Best for homeowners with a gas line who want long outages covered without refueling.
Amazon $1,249A budget large dual-fuel generator for whole-house backup through a 50 A transfer switch, trading some build quality for a much lower price.
Amazon $899A large tri-fuel generator for whole-home backup through a transfer switch, best for homes with a natural gas line. It is one of the cheapest ways to get 9,500 W and three fuels.
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