Which generator delivers more running wattage, the 13000 Tri-Fuel (71386) or the WGen14500TFc?

Westinghouse WGen14500TFc delivers higher continuous output with 14500 running watts on gasoline.

Is the 13000 Tri-Fuel (71386) quieter than the WGen14500TFc?

Westinghouse WGen14500TFc is quieter at 50% load, measured at 74 dBA at 23 feet.

Which model is better suited for a whole home transfer switch interlock?

Westinghouse WGen14500TFc features a factory floating neutral ready for standard transfer switch hookup without modification.

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Predator 13000 Tri-Fuel (71386) vs. Westinghouse WGen14500TFc

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ReaLoad Technical Verdict & Engineering Dossier

Motor Surge & HVAC Starting

Westinghouse WGen14500TFc delivers 18,000W surge, sufficient for a 3.5-Ton central A/C with soft-starter. Inverters under 7,500W surge will trip breaker overcurrent protection on direct compressor starts.

72-Hour Fuel Logistics

At 50% load over 72 hours, continuous gasoline generators consume ~56 gallons (11x 5-gallon cans). Direct utility Natural Gas hookup eliminates fuel storage degradation, winter freezing, and gas station queues.

NEC 250.20 Neutral Bonding

Bonded neutral generators require terminal bridge disconnection before connecting to home service panels to prevent double-ground GFCI trips.

Natural Gas Leader

Westinghouse WGen14500TFc

11,600 W running on NG (+3600 W lead)

Acoustic Winner

Westinghouse WGen14500TFc

72 dBA at 23ft (-1 dBA quieter)

Easiest Home Hookup

Predator 13000 Tri-Fuel (71386)

Bonded Neutral (Home Interlock Ready)

Best $/Running Watt

Predator 13000 Tri-Fuel (71386)

$0.13/W ($1,299)

Technical Specification	Open-Frame Inverter Predator 13000 Tri-Fuel (71386) $1,299Read Review	Open-Frame Inverter Westinghouse WGen14500TFc $2,499Read Review
Running Watts Power Output	10,000 W	14,500 WBest
Peak Starting Surge Power Output	13,000 W	18,000 WBest
240V Output Amps Power Output	41.7 A	60.4 ABest
Sine Wave Purity Power Quality	<2.9% THD (Pure Sine)Best	<4.8% THD (Pure Sine)
Fuel Burn (25%) Fuel Consumption	0.57 GPHBest	0.65 GPH
Fuel Burn (50%) Fuel Consumption	0.91 GPHBest	1.25 GPH
Runtime (25% Load) Fuel Consumption	15 Hours	16 HoursBest
Fuel Tank Capacity Fuel Consumption	8.5 Gallons	10.5 GallonsBest
14-50R 50A Outlet Outlets & Receptacles	1x NEMA 14-50R (50A)Best	1x NEMA 14-50R (50A)Best
L14-30R 30A Outlet Outlets & Receptacles	1x NEMA L14-30R (30A)Best	1x NEMA L14-30R (30A)Best
TT-30R RV Outlet Outlets & Receptacles	NoneBest	NoneBest
5-20R Duplex Outlets Outlets & Receptacles	4x NEMA 5-20R DuplexBest	4x NEMA 5-20R DuplexBest
Engine Start Method Starting & Safety	Wireless Remote, Electric Key & Recoil	Wireless Remote, Electric Key & Recoil
Carbon Monoxide Sensor Starting & Safety	CO Watchdog / Shield Sensor (ANSI/PGMA G300)	CO Watchdog / Shield Sensor (ANSI/PGMA G300)
Noise Level (23ft) Acoustics & Physical	73 dBA	72 dBABest
Chassis Dimensions Acoustics & Physical	31.5" L × 27.5" W × 28.5" H	35.4" L × 31.5" W × 35" H
Dry Weight Acoustics & Physical	238 lbsBest	348 lbs
Neutral Bonding NEC 2026 Hookup	Bonded Neutral (Unbonding Required for Home ATS)	Bonded Neutral (Unbonding Required for Home ATS)
Verified Street Price Cost & Value	$1,299.00Best	$2,499.00

ReaLoad Technical Verdict Dossier

Motor Inrush Starting Surge

The Predator 13000 Tri-Fuel (71386) delivers 13000W peak surge compared to 18000W on the Westinghouse WGen14500TFc. Starting a 3.5-ton central air conditioner requires an electronic soft-starter to reduce compressor inrush below breaker trip thresholds.

72-Hour Outage Fuel Logistics

At 50% electrical load over a 72-hour power outage, 13000 Tri-Fuel (71386) consumes about 66 gallons while WGen14500TFc burns 90 gallons. Homeowners need 14 sealed 5-gallon gasoline cans or utility natural gas.

Home Panel Interlock Safety

Predator 13000 Tri-Fuel (71386) features a bonded neutral, requiring ground jumper removal before connecting to home breaker panels. Follow NEC 250.20 safety grounding rules.

Head-to-Head Telemetry Comparison

Specification	Predator 13000 Tri-Fuel (71386)	Westinghouse WGen14500TFc
Running Watts (Gasoline)	10000W	14500W
Peak Watts (Gasoline)	13000W	18000W
Operating Noise @ 23ft	76 dBA	74 dBA
Factory Neutral Status	Bonded Neutral	Bonded Neutral
Dry Weight	238 lbs	348 lbs
Verified Street Price	$1299	$2499