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  • Champion Power Equipment 201160
  • AIVOLT VS1600101
  • Model 201160
    Model 201160

    Champion Power Equipment 12,000W Gas Generator

    12000W
    Running
    78 dB
    Noise
    View details
  • Model VS1600101
    Model VS1600101

    AIVOLT 1,260W Gas Inverter Generator

    1260W
    Running
    57 dB
    Noise
    View details
Quick charts
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Running watts
W
Starting watts
W
Noise
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Runtime @50%
h
Running watts by fuel
Shows how output changes across gasoline/propane/natural gas (when available).
Generator Specifications Comparison
SpecificationChampion Power Equipment 201160AIVOLT VS1600101
General
Product type
Generator
Not available—
Fuel
Gasoline
Gasoline
InverterNoYes
Parallel capableNoYes
RV readyNoNo
Running watts
Winner: Winner: 12000 W
1260 W
Starting watts
Winner: Winner: 15000 W
1600 W
Noise (lower limit)
78 dB
Winner: Winner: 57 dB
Weight
328.7 lbs
Winner: Winner: 28 lbs
Run time @50% load
Winner: Winner: 9 h
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Run time @25% load
Not available—
8 h
Fuel tank
11 gal
3.5 gal
Fuel gaugeYesNo
Approx. dimensions (L × W × H)
33 x 33.7 x 33.1 in
16.93″L x 9.92″W x 15.75″H
Electrical
Voltage (AC)
120/240
120 Volts (AC)
Voltage (DC)
Not available—
Not available—
GFCI outletsYesNo
Covered outletsYesNo
Automatic Voltage RegulationYesNo
THD
20 %
3 %
Engine
Engine
717 cc V-Twin
60cc 4-strokes OHV air-cooled engine
Alternator
Not available—
Not available—
Starting system
Electric
Not available—
Warranty
Warranty
3 years
2 years
Power by fuel
GasolineNot available—Not available—
Running watts
Not available—
1260 W
Starting watts
Not available—
1600 W
Running amps (120V)
Not available—
Not available—
Running amps (240V)
Not available—
Not available—
Peak amps (120V)
Not available—
Not available—
Peak amps (240V)
Not available—
Not available—
Run time @50% load
Not available—
Not available—
Run time @25% load
Not available—
8 h
Other
Data center
Not available—
Not available—
Indicators
false
true
Compliance
EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023
Complies with Emissions Standards
Security
Not available—
Not available—
Spark arrestorYesNo
Neutral
true
Not available—
UPC
817198025766
Not available—
Core / High-priority specs
Running Watts (Gasoline)
Not available—
1260
Starting Watts (Gasoline)
Not available—
1600
Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline)
Not available—
8
AC Outlet Types
2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI1x 120V 30A (L5-30R)1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R)1x 120/240V 50A (14-50R)
Two 120V 20A outlets
Electrical & power
Frequency
60
60
Engine & construction
Engine Type
V-Twin
4 Stroke
Engine Displacement
717
60
Alternator Winding Material
Not available—
100% copper
Engine Oil Type
5W-30
Not available—
Runtime & fuel system
Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline)
Not available—
8
Controls & display
Idle Control System
Not available—
Automatic Idle Control
Safety & compliance
Overload Protection System
Not available—
Built-in overload protection
Low Oil ProtectionYesYes
Carbon Monoxide MonitoringYesYes
Included equipment
Included Accessories
Oil, funnel, battery, and wheel kit
Not available—
Warranty & identification
Residential Warranty
Not available—
2
Additional specs
Summary
The Champion Power Equipment 201160 is a 12,000-watt portable generator featuring a 717cc Milwaukee Series V-Twin Engine with electric start, designed for home backup during outages or powering large equipment.
The AIVOLT VS1600101 is a gasoline inverter generator with a rated wattage of 1260 and a peak wattage of 1600.
  • Most Powerful
    Champion Power Equipment 201160
    12000W running
  • Quietest
    AIVOLT VS1600101
    57 dB
  • Longest Runtime
    Champion Power Equipment 201160
    9h at 50% load
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