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| Specification | Champion Power Equipment 201169 | Cat RP5500 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Tri-Fuel | Gasoline |
| Inverter | No | No |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | No | No |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 6500 W | 5500 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 8125 W | 6875 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 74 dB | 0 dB |
| Weight | 195.1 lbs | Winner: Winner: 178 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | 12 h | Winner: Winner: 15 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 8.5 gal | 7.9 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 28.7 x 27.5 x 26.1 | 32.9 x 27.4 x 24.7 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120/240 | 120/240 |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Covered outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | Not available | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 389 cc OHV 4-stroke | 300 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric | Recoil |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 6500 W | 5500 W |
| Starting watts | 8125 W | 6875 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 | 12 h | 15 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Natural gas | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 5500 W | Not available |
| Starting watts | 6875 W | Not available |
| 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 | Not available |
| Propane | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 6000 W | Not available |
| Starting watts | 7500 W | Not available |
| 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 | 6.5 h | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | false | false |
| Compliance | EPA | CARB, EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | true | Not available |
| UPC | 817198025865 | 815683020036 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 6500 | 5500 |
| Running Watts (Propane) | 6000 | Not available |
| Running Watts (Natural Gas) | 5500 | Not available |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 8125 | 6875 |
| Starting Watts (Propane) | 7500 | Not available |
| Starting Watts (Natural Gas) | 6875 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 12 | 15 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | 6.5 | Not available |
| AC Outlet Types | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI; 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI, 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | 389 cc OHV 4-stroke | OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 389 | 300 |
| Engine Oil Type | 10W-30 | SAE 30 or 10W-30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 12 | 15 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | 6.5 | Not available |
| Controls & display | ||
| Display Type | Data center VFT | Not available |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Low oil and overload protection |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | No |
| Included equipment | ||
| Starting Components | Oil, funnel, natural gas hose with NPT adapter, propane hose, battery, and wheel kit | Not available |
| Included Accessories | Oil, funnel, natural gas hose with NPT adapter, propane hose, battery, and wheel kit | Oil, funnel, tool kit, and wheel kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Residential Warranty | 3 | Not available |
| Commercial Warranty | 3 | Not available |
| Part Number | Not available | 502-3686 |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Champion Power Equipment 201169 is a 6500-watt tri-fuel portable generator with electric start and CO Shield® technology, suitable for home backup and outdoor activities. | The Cat RP5500 is a 5500-watt gasoline generator built for homeowners, contractors, and outdoor enthusiasts who need reliable backup power without the complexity of larger units. This wattage tier handles most household circuits simultaneously, meaning you can run a refrigerator, well pump, and power tools at the same time, but not your entire home's air conditioning system. The 6875-watt peak capacity gives it the muscle to start high-inrush devices like compressors and sump pumps without stalling. Because the RP5500 runs on gasoline, fuel is available at any gas station, eliminating the supply chain friction of propane or diesel models. The 7.9-gallon tank paired with 15-hour runtime at half load means you refuel roughly once per day under typical use, not every few hours. |