Pulsar PG13000BRCO - 10200/13000W Dual Fuel Generator With Remote Start
The Pulsar PG13000BRCO is a powerful open frame dual fuel generator with a rated wattage of 10,200 W and a starting wattage of 13,000 W. (Read full specs)
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Description
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In a nutshell, the Pulsar PG13000BRCO is a powerful portable generator mostly geared towards professionals in need of safely powering high-intensity work or lighting equipment.
In the sections ahead, the power characteristics, availability of various outlets, the portability, and any additional features of the device shall be discussed.
Power & Run Time
The Pulsar PG13000BRCO
With its dual-fuel technology, the powerful and versatile Pulsar PG13000BRCO provides an output of 120/240V. While gasoline-powered, it gives a running wattage of 10,200W along with a peak wattage of 13,000W. While propane-powered, it provides 9,200 rated watts and 11,500 starting watts.
Pulsar’s patented Switch & Go technology allows you to switch from propane to gasoline or from gasoline to propane while the generator is running.
The generator is rated for a noise of 81 dBA (just slightly more noisy than an alarm clock). Its starting mechanisms include a conventional pull-start mechanism and a user-friendly and efficient electric starter (battery included). Moreover, to offer you even more convenience, the PG13000BRCO can also be remotely started (key fob included).
In terms of its run time capability, the PG13000BRCO, furnished with a 9.5 gallons fuel tank, can maintain operations for around 9.5 hours at 50% load on a full tank of gasoline (with fuel consumption averaging 1 gallons per hour). It also provides around 3.5 hours (estimation based on a 20 lbs tank - propane consumption around 1.34 GPH) of operation with propane.
Outlets
The control panel features 7 AC outlets as follows:
Moreover, it boasts 1 DC outlet: there's a 12V 8A output with which charging your batteries is made easy.
Even though this Pulsar generator isn't quite RV Ready, its L5-30R receptacle allows an easy RV connection via an L5-30P to TT-30R adaptor. Besides, equipped with a twist-lock L14-30R receptacle, the PG13000BRCO is engineered to be transfer switch ready, enabling simple hookup to your breaker box to provide backup power for your home during blackouts.
Portability
With dimensions of L30.8 x W29.2 x H26.5 in, the traditional open frame design of the Pulsar PG13000BRCO ensures stability while allowing easy maintenance access to components and promoting effective air cooling. The featured design is ideal for the outdoors and all tough environments.
Even though this device may be technically portable (as in movable), manipulation and transportation without special equipment can be a challenge, as it weighs 231 pounds. Nevertheless, the restricted maneuverability is counteracted by its wheel kit (⌀12") and its folding handle, enabling easy shifting once the generator is set in place.
Features
The PG13000BRCO's control panel
For convenient monitoring of its status and activity, the control panel of the PG13000BRCO includes a convenient meter, showing voltage, frequency, and lifetime hours metrics.
The fuel level of the generator can be determined quickly, easily, and conveniently with the help of its built-in fuel gauge.
From a security standpoint, the product offers an automatic low oil shut-off and an overload protection (circuit breaker), allowing you to use it with a peace of mind.
The unit also benefits from Pulsar's CO Sentry carbon monoxide detection. The sensor monitors for the accumulation of poisonous carbon monoxide gas around the generator, and shuts down the engine is increasing levels of CO gas are detected.
Apart from the standard documentation and an owner's manual (opens in a new tab) to facilitate setup, the Pulsar PG13000BRCO features extra accessories: propane hose and key fob.
The Pulsar PG13000BRCO versus other generators
The following charts are provided to give you an idea of how some of the key specs of the Pulsar PG13000BRCO compare to dual fuel generators of similar power (between 9500 and 10500 W).
- Tipping the scales at 231 lbs, the Pulsar PG13000BRCO qualifies as one of the heavier options among dual fuel generators rated between 9500 and 10500 watts. If weight is your top priority, one of the champions in this power category is the Pulsar PG12000B, weighing just 205 pounds.
- When compared to devices able to produce a similar running wattage, this generator and its lowest emitted noise of 81 dBA is on the noisier side. If noise level is one your key decisive factors, you may find the Westinghouse WGen9500DF appealing. It's rated at 74 dBA, making it one of the quietest generators in its power range.
- The PG13000BRCO, falls within the average autonomy range compared to dual fuel generators of a roughly same power, with a run time of around 9.5 hours at a 50% load and a full tank. If autonomy is your priority, one of the devices of a similar power output with the highest run time is the Pulsar G12KBN, reaching around 12 hours.
- Run time is a key metric, but it's dependent on the generator's fuel tank capacity. Therefore, discussing fuel efficiency is necessary for a complete understanding. In terms of fuel efficiency within its wattage range, this generator falls short: it consumes approximately 1 GPH at a 50% load. If gasoline efficiency is at the top of your list, you may want to have a look at the Westinghouse WGen9500DFc EFI, which has great fuel efficiency, with a gas consumption of only 0.66 gallons per hour.
Price comparison
As you can see from these interactive charts, when compared to other 9500-10500W dual fuel generators, the Pulsar PG13000BRCO is on the expensive side of the price range.
While certainly not the cheapest of its kind, purchasing it would most likely also mean enjoying the reliability of a high-end product.
The bottom line
- Dual fuel
- CO Sentry technology
- GFCI Outlets
- 4 different AC outlet types
- Remote start
- Switch & Go technology
- Decent run time
- On the expensive side
- On the heavy side (231 lbs)
- On the noisy side (81 dBA)
- Low fuel efficiency
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Features and Specifications
| Inverter | No |
|---|---|
| Parallel capable | No |
| RV ready | No |
| Fuel | Dual Fuel (gasoline/propane) |
| Engine | 500 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric, Remote |
| Warranty | 3 years |
| Voltage | AC: 120/240V 60 Hz, DC: 12V |
| Gasoline | Propane | |
|---|---|---|
| Running watts | 10,200 W | 9,200 W |
| Starting watts | 13,000 W | 11,500 W |
| Running amps (@120/240V) | 85/42.5 amps | 76.7/38.3 amps |
| Peak amps (@120/240V) | 108.3/54.2 amps | 95.8/47.9 amps |
| Run time @50% load | 9.5 h | 3.5 h * |
| Run time @25% load | Unknown | Unknown |
| GFCI outlets | Yes |
|---|---|
| Covered outlets | No |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes |
| AC outlets |
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| DC outlets | 1x 12V 8A output |
| Data center | VFT |
| Indicators | No |
| Fuel tank | 9.5 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes |
| Weight | 231 lbs |
|---|---|
| Approx. dimensions (L x W x H) | 30.8 x 29.2 x 26.5 in |
| Noise (lower limit) | 81 dBA |
| THD | Unknown |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA |
| Security | Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring |
| Spark arrestor | Yes |
| Neutral | Bonded to frame |
| Accessories included | Key fob, propane hose, battery, and wheel kit |
| UPC | 814726026905 |
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.
* Propane runtime is our own estimate, based on a 20 lbs tank and NIST 1994 GGE (Gasoline Gallon Equivalent) formula: 5.66 lbs of propane = 1 gal of gasoline.
About Pulsar
Pulsar is a brand registered under the Pulsar Products inc., based in California, USA. The company offers a decent choice of air compressors, pressure washers and of course, generators – which range from 1,2 kW to 10 kW and include dual fuel and RV-Ready designs. Pulsar has several facilities scattered throughout the US, including two distribution centers – one in California and second in Illinois. However, the production of their products seems to be outsourced overseas, to the continent of Asia.
Warranty Information
The Pulsar PG13000BRCO is covered under a warranty for up to 3 years. This warranty may be limited and may not cover all parts of the generator.
For more information about the warranty of Pulsar generators, please contact the Pulsar Customer Support: 1-866-591-8921.
Questions & Answers
What can it power?
| Item | Running Watts | Starting Watts | |
|---|---|---|---|
| At home | AC (10,000 BTU) | 1500 | 2200 |
| Microwave (1000 watts) | 1500 | 1500 | |
| Dish washer | 1500 | 3000 | |
| Electric fry pan | 1500 | 1500 | |
| Sump pump (1/2 hp) | 1050 | 2150 | |
| Refrigerator (energy star) | 192 | 1192 | |
| Washing machine | 900 | 1650 | |
| Total | 8142 W | 9642 W | |
| For camping | RV AC (11,000 BTU) | 1010 | 1600 |
| RV refrigerator | 180 | 600 | |
| Hair dryer | 1800 | 1900 | |
| Electric grill | 1650 | 1650 | |
| Electric fry pan | 1500 | 1500 | |
| Microwave (1000 watts) | 1500 | 1500 | |
| Blender | 400 | 850 | |
| Radio | 100 | 100 | |
| Total | 8140 W | 8730 W | |
| For work | Table saw | 1800 | 4500 |
| Air compressor (1 hp) | 1600 | 6100 | |
| Grinder | 1400 | 2500 | |
| Demolition hammer | 1260 | 1260 | |
| Disc sander | 1200 | 1200 | |
| Reciprocating saw | 730 | 960 | |
| Bug zapper | 80 | 80 | |
| Total | 8070 W | 12570 W |
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User Reviews
We used it 4 times and it runs after 1 min and shut off. The start button and remote does not work also