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- Champion Power Equipment 201160
- Generac #8251 GP2500i
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| Specification | Champion Power Equipment 201160 | Generac #8251 GP2500i |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | No | Yes |
| Parallel capable | No | Yes |
| RV ready | No | No |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 12000 W | 2200 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 15000 W | 2500 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 78 dB | 0 dB |
| Weight | 328.7 lbs | Winner: Winner: 48 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 9 h | 4.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | 8 h |
| Fuel tank | 11 gal | 1 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | No |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 33 x 33.7 x 33.1 in | 19.7 x 11.4 x 17.9 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120/240 | 120 |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | 12 |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | No |
| Covered outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | 20 % | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 717 cc V-Twin | 98 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Electric | Recoil |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | Not available | 2200 W |
| Starting watts | Not available | 2500 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 | 4.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | 8 h |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | false | true |
| Compliance | EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 | EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | true | Not available |
| UPC | 817198025766 | 696471003946 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | Not available | 2200 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | Not available | 2500 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 4.5 |
| 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) | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | V-Twin | 98 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 717 | 98 |
| Engine Oil Type | 5W-30 | 10W-30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 8 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 4.5 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Not available | Low oil and overload protection |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Starting Components | Not available | Recoil |
| Included Accessories | Oil, funnel, battery, and wheel kit | Oil, funnel, tool kit, and battery charging cables |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | Not available | 3 |
| Part Number | Not available | 82512 |
| 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 Generac GP2500i is a 2200-watt inverter generator built for portable backup power and recreational use. At 48 pounds, it moves easily between campsites, job sites, and emergency situations. The inverter technology means laptops, phones, and sensitive tools run safely because the power output stays stable. This unit runs on gasoline and delivers 2500 starting watts, so it can handle the initial surge when motors kick on. |
- Most PowerfulChampion Power Equipment 20116012000W running
- QuietestChampion Power Equipment 20116078 dB
- Longest RuntimeChampion Power Equipment 2011609h at 50% load
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