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- Champion Power Equipment 201223
- DuroStar DS4000S
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| Specification | Champion Power Equipment 201223 | DuroStar DS4000S |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Tri-Fuel | Gasoline |
| Inverter | No | No |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | Yes | No |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 4000 W | 3300 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 5000 W | 4000 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 68 dB | 69 dB |
| Weight | 128 lbs | Winner: Winner: 92 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 14 h | 12 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | 26 h |
| Fuel tank | 5 gal | 4 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 24.6 x 25 x 22.2 in | 23 x 18 x 17.5 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120 | 120 |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | No | No |
| Covered outlets | Yes | No |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | <5% % | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 224 cc OHV 4-stroke | DuroStar OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Not available | Recoil |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | Not available | 3300 W |
| Starting watts | 5000 W | 4000 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 | 12 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | 26 h |
| Natural gas | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 3240 W | Not available |
| Starting watts | Not available | 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 | Not available | Not available |
| Starting watts | 4500 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 |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | false | true |
| Compliance | EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 | CARB, EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Not available | Floating |
| UPC | 817198026312 | 811640011840 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | Not available | 3300 |
| Running Watts (Natural Gas) | 3240 | Not available |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 5000 | 4000 |
| Starting Watts (Propane) | 4500 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 12 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 26 |
| AC Outlet Types | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R); 1x 120V 30A (TT-30R) | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke | OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 224 | 208 |
| Engine Oil Type | 10W-30 | 10W-30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 26 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 12 |
| Controls & display | ||
| Display Type | Data centerVFT | Not available |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Not available | Low oil and overload protection |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | No |
| Included equipment | ||
| Included Accessories | Oil, funnel, natural gas hose with NPT adapter, propane hose, battery, and wheel kit | Funnel and tool kit |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Champion Power Equipment 201223 is a 4000-watt tri-fuel portable generator with electric start and CO Shield® technology, capable of operating on gasoline, propane, or natural gas. | The DuroStar DS4000S is a 3,300-watt gasoline generator built around a DuroStar OHV 4-stroke engine that delivers 4,000 peak watts for startup surges. This wattage range powers essential household appliances, power tools, and small job site equipment simultaneously. A single person can operate it because the recoil starting system requires only manual pull-cord engagement, though the 92-pound weight means transport over distance demands planning. The 4-gallon fuel tank runs 26 hours at 25 percent load or 12 hours at 50 percent load, making it suitable for extended outages or multi-day outdoor use without constant refueling. EPA and CARB compliance clears this unit for all 50 states. |
- Most PowerfulChampion Power Equipment 2012234000W running
- QuietestChampion Power Equipment 20122368 dB
- Longest RuntimeChampion Power Equipment 20122314h at 50% load
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