Pulsar · Portable generator · Model PG12000BCO
PG12000BCO
Dual-Fuel Portable Generator with CO Sentry
Infographic gallery
The deciding numbers, made visual.
12,000 starting watts
Size continuous loads against running watts and the largest motor startup against starting watts.
Gasoline
12 hr at 50% load
9,500W run
12,000W start
Propane
8,550W run
10,800W start
Fuel tank
8 gal
Not published on current Pulsar listing
Product weight
Not published on current Pulsar listing
Product dimensions
- Current Pulsar price
- $1,399.00
- Availability
- Available
- Warranty
- 3-year limited
Starting
electric, recoil
Power quality
Not published on current Pulsar listing
Voltage
120V AC
CO shutdown
Yes · CO Sentry
CARB / EPA compliant
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Complete specifications
Every useful field, grouped for comparison.
Power, fuel, runtime, engine, outlet, price, availability, and warranty fields come from Pulsar’s current listings. Any dimension, weight, noise, or certification field Pulsar does not publish is labeled instead of estimated.
Product overview
When you need dependable, heavy-duty portable power, the Pulsar PG12000BCO delivers. With an impressive 12,000 peak watts and 9,500 running watts, it's built to handle multiple high-demand tools and appliances simultaneously—ideal for emergency backup, job sites, and outdoor events.
Electrical output by fuel
- Gasoline
- 9,500W running / 12,000W starting
- Propane
- 8,550W running / 10,800W starting
- Voltage / frequency
- 120V AC / 60 Hz
- Power quality
- Not published on current Pulsar listing
Engine, fuel & runtime
- Engine
- 4-stroke OHV, 457 cc
- Starting system
- electric, recoil
- Fuel tank
- 8 gal
- Gasoline runtime at 50%
- 12 hr at 50% load
- Sound rating
- Not published on current Pulsar listing
Connections, size & ownership
- Outlets
- Includes (4) 120V outlets, (1) 120/240V 30A L14-30 twist-lock outlet, (1) 120/240V 50A L14-50 outlet, and (1) 12V DC output for versatile connectivity.
- Dimensions
- Not published on current Pulsar listing
- Product weight
- Not published on current Pulsar listing
- Availability
- Available on current Pulsar listing
- Carbon-monoxide shutdown
- Yes — CO Sentry
- CARB / EPA status
- CARB / EPA compliant
- Warranty
- 3-year limited
- Pulsar model / SKU
- PG12000BCO
Feature details
Automatic voltage regulation
Pulsar lists regulated output and engine-protection systems for dependable portable power.
Dual-fuel flexibility
Fuel-specific running and starting ratings are separated so buyers can size loads accurately.
CO Sentry protection
The onboard sensor shuts the generator down when unsafe carbon-monoxide accumulation is detected.
Published half-load runtime
12 hr at 50% load on gasoline, based on Pulsar's current listing.
Best-fit uses
- High-output home backup
- Large appliances and tools
- RV and mobile businesses
- Extended outage planning
Standout features
- 12,000W maximum gasoline output
- Gasoline + Propane
- 120V AC output
- CO Sentry shutdown
Match it to the equipment you’ll actually run.
Use the independent wattage calculator before buying.