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  • Champion Power Equipment 201169
  • NorthStar c8000s
  • Model 201169
    Model 201169

    Champion Power Equipment 6,500W Tri-Fuel Generator

    6500W
    Running
    74 dB
    Noise
    View details
  • Model c8000s
    Model c8000s

    NorthStar 6,600W Gas Generator

    6600W
    Running
    73 dB
    Noise
    View details
Quick charts
Each chart uses its own Y-axis scale (so numbers are comparable within a chart).
Running watts
W
Starting watts
W
Noise
dB
Runtime @50%
h
Running watts by fuel
Shows how output changes across gasoline/propane/natural gas (when available).
Generator Specifications Comparison
SpecificationChampion Power Equipment 201169NorthStar c8000s
General
Product type
Generator
Generator
Fuel
Tri-Fuel
Gasoline
InverterNoNo
Parallel capableNoNo
RV readyNoNo
Running watts
6500 W
Winner: Winner: 6600 W
Starting watts
Winner: Winner: 8125 W
8000 W
Noise (lower limit)
74 dB
Winner: Winner: 73 dB
Weight
Winner: Winner: 195.1 lbs
280 lbs
Run time @50% load
Winner: Winner: 12 h
10.6 h
Run time @25% load
Not available—
Not available—
Fuel tank
8.5 gal
8 gal
Fuel gaugeYesYes
Approx. dimensions (L × W × H)
28.7 x 27.5 x 26.1
41 x 32 x 29
Electrical
Voltage (AC)
120/240
120/240
Voltage (DC)
Not available—
Not available—
GFCI outletsYesYes
Covered outletsYesYes
Automatic Voltage RegulationYesYes
THD
Not available—
< 5% %
Engine
Engine
389 cc OHV 4-stroke
Honda GX390 OHV 4-stroke
Alternator
Not available—
Not available—
Starting system
Recoil, Electric
Recoil, Electric
Warranty
Warranty
3 years
4 years
Power by fuel
GasolineNot available—Not available—
Running watts
6500 W
6600 W
Starting watts
8125 W
8000 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
10.6 h
Run time @25% load
Not available—
Not available—
Natural gasNot 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—
PropaneNot 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 arrestorYesYes
Neutral
true
true
UPC
817198025865
840321737618
Core / High-priority specs
Running Watts (Gasoline)
6500
6600
Running Watts (Propane)
6000
Not available—
Running Watts (Natural Gas)
5500
Not available—
Starting Watts (Gasoline)
8125
8000
Starting Watts (Propane)
7500
Not available—
Starting Watts (Natural Gas)
6875
Not available—
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
12
10.6
Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane)
6.5
Not available—
AC Outlet Types
2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI; 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R)
3x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R); 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
389
Engine Oil Type
10W-30
Not available—
Runtime & fuel system
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
12
10.6
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 ProtectionYesYes
Carbon Monoxide MonitoringYesYes
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
Funnel, Battery, and Wheel Kit
Warranty & identification
Residential Warranty
3
Not available—
Commercial Warranty
3
Not available—
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 NorthStar c8000s is a commercial-grade portable generator designed for demanding job sites, featuring a Honda GX390 OHV engine and Quiet Armor Technology for reduced noise.
  • Most Powerful
    NorthStar c8000s
    6600W running
  • Quietest
    NorthStar c8000s
    73 dB
  • Longest Runtime
    Champion Power Equipment 201169
    12h at 50% load
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