Powerhorse s12500t - 9500/12500W Tri Fuel Generator With Remote Start

In a few words, the Powerhorse s12500t is a powerful portable generator perfectly suited for:

• Homeowners who wish to power almost all appliances in their house under any circumstances
• Homeowners in need of an emergency backup power for their essentials
• Professionals who want to ensure that a power failure will not prevent them from working

In the forthcoming sections, you'll delve into its power characteristics, the various outlets it offers, its overall portability, and the additional features it boasts.

Power & Run Time

The Powerhorse s12500t

The Powerhorse s12500t delivers 120/240V and is equipped with a tri-fuel technology, enabling it to operate on gasoline, propane, or natural gas. When powered by gasoline, it achieves a running wattage of 9,500W and a peak wattage of 12,500W. Switching to propane provides 8,550 rated watts and 11,250 peak watts, while natural gas operation delivers 7,125W of rated wattage and 9,375W of starting wattage.

At a noise rating of 97 dBA (which is pretty noisy), this generator provides the choice between a manual recoil starter system or a convenient and easy-to-use electric starter (battery not included) for starting. Moreover, the s12500t boasts remote starting functionality, adding another layer of convenience (key fob included).

Concerning its running time, the s12500t, featuring a 6.6 gallons fuel tank, can continuously run for around 9 hours at 50% load with a full gasoline tank (consuming fuel at approximately 0.73 gallons per hour). Alternatively, when utilizing propane, it offers around 4.2 hours (on a 20 lbs tank - propane consumption around 1.12 GPH) of runtime.

Considering its high Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) of less than 23%, it is not recommended to rely on the s12500t for powering sensitive electronic devices.

Outlets

The control panel features 6 AC outlets as follows:

Furthermore, it showcases 2 DC outlets: there's two 5V USB ports (USB-A) perfect for conveniently charging mobile phones, tablets, and other electronic devices.

Since it features a twist-lock L14-30R receptacle, the s12500t is tailored to be transfer switch ready, making it easy to connect it to your breaker box for home power support during outages.

Portability

Measuring L29.3 x W26.7 x H26.4 in, the classic open frame build of the Powerhorse s12500t delivers stability and easy maintenance access to components, facilitating air circulation. This type of design is ideal for tough environments and heavy outdoor use.

Even at 235 lbs, the generator is categorized as 'portable,' suggesting its movability, although its weight may impede its portability. However, its challenging mobility is solved by its wheel kit and its folding handle, which will ease its displacement, once it is on the floor.

Features

The s12500t's control panel

Included in the control panel of the s12500t are a convenient meter, showing voltage, frequency, and lifetime hours metrics, essential for monitoring its status and activity.

In addition to this info, a light indicator allows you to instantly see if its oil levels are insufficient.

The built-in fuel gauge of the generator ensures simple and quick gas level assessments.

From a security point of view, the generator is equipped with an overload protection (circuit breaker) and an automatic low oil shut-off, giving you a peace of mind during use.

It also includes a carbon monoxide sensor. This sensor is designed to monitor the level of carbon monoxide present during the generator's operation. If the generator is positioned incorrectly and carbon monoxide levels rise to an unsafe level, the generator will automatically shut down.

In addition to the traditional documentation and an owner's manual (opens in a new tab) to help you get started promptly, the Powerhorse s12500t also includes several accessories: natural gas hose with NPT adapter, funnel, tool kit, key fob and propane hose.