The DuroMax XP17500HX is a dual fuel portable generator that runs on gasoline or propane. It has the largest gasoline running rating in its HX group. It is meant for homeowners who have calculated their loads and want more capacity for selected circuits during an outage.
Peak output covers brief starting demand, and running output is the sustained limit. Running output changes with the fuel. To size loads, add the running watts of everything that will run at once and allow for motor starts. Each receptacle has its own current limit, and multiple outlets do not increase the total running capacity. A single 50A, 240V connection is limited to 12,000 W.
It starts with an electric start or a recoil pull, and it comes with a remote control. It has CO shutdown and low-oil shutdown. A wheel and handle kit helps with positioning, though the unit is heavy. Operate it outdoors at least 20 feet from the home, with the exhaust directed away from doors, windows and vents. A qualified electrician should select the transfer switch or interlock, inlet and cable for home connections.
- Gasoline output
- 17,500 W starting/peak, 13,750 W running
- Propane output
- 16,500 W starting/peak, 13,000 W running
- Gasoline runtime
- 10 hours at 50% load (manufacturer rating); actual runtime varies with load, fuel, temperature and conditions
- Voltage
- 120/240 V
- Frequency
- 60 Hz
- Engine
- 600 cc
- Starting
- Electric and recoil
- Remote start
- Yes
- Idle control
- No
- Gasoline tank
- 11.9 gallons
- Propane tank
- 60 lb tank suggested minimum
- Harmonic distortion
- Less than 5% THD
- Outlets
- 4 x 5-20R, 1 x L14-30R, 2 x 14-50R
- Safety shutoffs
- CO shutdown, low-oil shutdown
- Dimensions
- 31" L x 28" W x 28.75" H
- Dry weight
- 269 lbs
- In the box
- Generator, wheel and handle kit, starting battery, propane connection equipment, remote control, basic setup tools, owner's manual
- Not included
- Fuel, propane cylinder, household transfer equipment, installation
- Warranty
- 5-year residential parts warranty to the original purchaser; 1 year for commercial or unusually heavy use