DuroMax XP15000HXT+ - 12000/15000W Tri Fuel Generator With Remote Start And EFI Engine
The DuroMax XP15000HXT+ is a powerful open frame tri-fuel generator with a rated wattage of 12,000 W and a starting wattage of 15,000 W. (Read full specs)
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Description
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In a few words, the DuroMax XP15000HXT+ is a powerful portable generator perfectly suited for:
- Professionals in need of safely powering high-intensity work or lighting equipment
- Homeowners who want to be able to use the most necessary devices in their household, even during a blackout
Over the following sections, you'll uncover its power characteristics, the selection of outlets it offers, its overall portability, and the supplementary features it includes.
Power & Run Time
The DuroMax XP15000HXT+ delivers 120/240V and boasts with a tri-fuel technology enabling it to utilize gasoline, propane, or natural gas. When powered by gasoline, it achieves a running wattage of 12,000W and a peak wattage of 15,000W. Upon using propane, it gains 11,400 rated watts and 14,250 peak watts. Its operation with natural gas provides 10,500W of rated wattage and 13,000W of starting wattage.
Enjoying a noise rating of 74 dBA (just slightly more noisy than a shower), this generator offers the versatility of starting with either a conventional pull-start mechanism or a convenient and easy-to-use electric starter (battery included). To add further convenience, the XP15000HXT+ can be remotely started (key fob included).
The Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) system enhances the engine's reliability, lowers fuel consumption, improves startup, reduces servicing, boosts stale fuel resistance, and offers better altitude adaptability.
Concerning its running time, the XP15000HXT+, featuring a 8.3 gallons fuel tank, can continuously run for around 12 hours at 50% load with a full gasoline tank (consuming fuel at approximately 0.69 gallons per hour). Alternatively, when utilizing propane, it offers around 2.8 hours (on a 20 lbs tank - propane consumption around 1.68 GPH) of runtime.
Thanks to its low <5% Total Harmonic Distortion (THD), the XP15000HXT+ produces a clean sine wave output, making it safe for your sensitive electronics when utilizing the AC outlets.
Outlets
The control panel features 6 AC outlets as follows:
Portability
At L29.5 x W28 x H26 in, the DuroMax XP15000HXT+ boasts a traditional open frame structure, ensuring stability and allowing for convenient maintenance access to components, promoting air circulation. The generator is designed for outdoor use and demanding environments.
With a weight of 237 lbs, the generator is still labeled as 'portable,' denoting its ability to be moved, although its heaviness might restrict easy portability. However, the constrained maneuverability is addressed with the assistance of its wheel kit (⌀13") and its folding handle, allowing for easy shifting once the generator is placed on the ground.
Features
For convenient monitoring of its status and activity, the control panel of the XP15000HXT+ includes a convenient meter showing you voltage, frequency and lifetime hours.
In addition to this info, the generator's light indicator provides visual feedback when its oil levels are insufficient.
Benefiting from its built-in fuel gauge, the generator allows for easy and immediate gas level inspections.
From a security standpoint, the product offers an overload protection (circuit breaker) and an automatic low oil shut-off, allowing you to use it with a peace of mind.
The XP15000HXT+ also benefits from DuroMax’s CO Alert carbon monoxide shutdown. If CO levels become unsafe or rapidly increase, the generator will automatically shut down, an indicator will light red, and the engine will not restart for 5 minutes.
Beyond the standard documentation and an owner's manual (opens in a new tab) to assist with setup, the DuroMax XP15000HXT+ ships with supplementary accessories: propane hose, natural gas hose with NPT adapter, battery charger, key fob, tool kit, funnel and oil.
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The DuroMax XP15000HXT+ versus other generators
The following charts are provided to give you an idea of how some of the key specs of the DuroMax XP15000HXT+ compare to multi-fuel generators of similar power (between 10000 and 14000 W).
- In terms of its dry weight, the DuroMax XP15000HXT+ stands at only 237 lbs, meaning that is one of the lighter multi-fuel devices of the 10000-14000 rated wattage category Regarding dry weight, one of the champions in the same power range is the Genmax GM12000XiT, with a dry weight of only 194 lbs.
- The generator can be considered average in its noise for its type and power category, as it is rated at 74 dBA. If you are concerned with noise, check out the Genmax GM13500iETC, which is one of the least noisy generators in its power range, with a noise rating of just 62 dBA.
- Since the XP15000HXT+ boasts with a run time of around 12 hours at 50% load, it can be safely judged as a device of a higher run time than most multi-fuel generators of a comparable output. If prolonged run time is essential to your needs, you could consider the DuroStar DS14000iX, which offers one of the highest autonomy among devices with similar power output, lasting around 12.5 hours.
- While the run time is an important parameter, it is dependent on the fuel tank's capacity and thus, doesn't say much on its own unless we consider fuel consumption as well. This generator can be considered as fuel-efficient, due to its low estimated fuel consumption of only 0.69 GPH (gallon per hour) at 50% load, within the aforementioned wattage range. If you wish to further improve in the area of fuel efficiency, the WEN TF1450X, which boasts with a gas consumption of only 0.68 GPH, may be the right generator for you.
Price comparison
As you can see from these interactive charts, when compared to other 10000-14000W multi-fuel generators, the DuroMax XP15000HXT+ is on the average side of the price range.
Therefore, this generator nicely fits in the expected budget for this kind of product.
The bottom line
- In the expected price range
- Tri-fuel
- CO Alert technology
- Several accessories included
- GFCI Outlets
- Remote start
- Clean sine wave
- Electronic Fuel Injection
- Lightweight for its kind (237 lbs)
- High run time
- Fuel efficient
- Acceptable noise (74 dBA)
The DuroMax XP15000HXT+ doesn't have any notably low specs.
Features and Specifications
| Inverter | No |
|---|---|
| Parallel capable | No |
| RV ready | No |
| Fuel | Tri-Fuel (gasoline/propane/natural gas) |
| Engine | 500 cc OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve |
| Alternator | Copper windings |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric, Remote |
| Warranty | 5 years |
| Voltage | AC: 120/240V 60 Hz |
| Gasoline | LPG | NG | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Running watts | 12,000 W | 11,400 W | 10,500 W |
| Starting watts | 15,000 W | 14,250 W | 13,000 W |
| Running amps (@120/240V) | 100/50 amps | 95/47.5 amps | 87.5/43.8 amps |
| Peak amps (@120/240V) | 125/62.5 amps | 118.8/59.4 amps | 108.3/54.2 amps |
| Run time @50% load | 12 h | 2.8 h | N/A |
| Run time @25% load | 17.9 h | 4.1 h | N/A |
| GFCI outlets | Yes |
|---|---|
| Covered outlets | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes |
| AC outlets |
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| DC outlets | No |
| Data center | VFT |
| Indicators | Low oil |
| Fuel tank | 8.3 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes |
| Weight | 237 lbs |
|---|---|
| Approx. dimensions (L x W x H) | 29.5 x 28 x 26 in |
| Noise (lower limit) | 74 dBA |
| THD | < 5% |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA |
| Security | Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring |
| Spark arrestor | Yes |
| Accessories included | Oil, funnel, tool kit, key fob, battery charger, natural gas hose with NPT adapter, propane hose, battery, and wheel kit |
| UPC | 811640017156 |
We've taken extra care to research and verify each of the specifications above. That said, occasional mistakes or omissions are still possible. If you spot any missing or inaccurate information, feel free to suggest a correction so we can address it.
About DuroMax
Duromax is a small, American based power equipment company, with headquarters in Ontario, California. Duromax specializes in several products, including pumps, engines, pressure washers, and most importantly, power generators. In this regard, the company focuses solely on portable generators, of mostly small and medium power outputs, and dual fuel devices. Duromax’s generators are designed and serviced in the US, however, their production is outsourced overseas. Founded in 2003, DuroMax starts to be seen as an important player in the power generator market.
Warranty Information
The DuroMax XP15000HXT+ is covered under a warranty for up to 5 years. This warranty may be limited and may not cover all parts of the generator.
For more information about the warranty of DuroMax generators, please consult DuroMax's warranty policies (opens in a new tab). Alternatively, you can also contact their Customer Support: 1-844-DUROMAX (844-387-6629).
Questions & Answers
What can it power?
| Item | Running Watts | Starting Watts | |
|---|---|---|---|
| At home | Dish washer | 1500 | 3000 |
| Microwave (1000 watts) | 1500 | 1500 | |
| Electric fry pan | 1500 | 1500 | |
| AC (10,000 BTU) | 1500 | 2200 | |
| Sump pump (1/2 hp) | 1050 | 2150 | |
| Refrigerator (energy star) | 192 | 1192 | |
| Electric range | 2100 | 2100 | |
| Satelite receiver | 250 | 250 | |
| Total | 9592 W | 11092 W | |
| For camping | RV AC (11,000 BTU) | 1010 | 1600 |
| RV refrigerator | 180 | 600 | |
| Hair dryer | 1800 | 1900 | |
| Electric grill | 1650 | 1650 | |
| Microwave (1000 watts) | 1500 | 1500 | |
| Electric fry pan | 1500 | 1500 | |
| Radiant heater | 1300 | 1300 | |
| Rice cooker | 650 | 650 | |
| Total | 9590 W | 10180 W | |
| For work | Electric welder | 9000 | 9000 |
| Electric fence (25 miles) | 250 | 250 | |
| Drain cleaner | 250 | 250 | |
| Bug zapper | 80 | 80 | |
| Total | 9580 W | 9580 W |
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