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| Specification | Champion Power Equipment 201254 | Genmax GM5500XiD |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Dual-Fuel | Dual-Fuel |
| Inverter | Yes | Yes |
| Parallel capable | Yes | Yes |
| RV ready | Yes | Yes |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 4000 W | Winner: Winner: 4000 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 5500 W | Winner: Winner: 5500 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | 70 dB | Winner: Winner: 68 dB |
| Weight | 84.7 lbs | Winner: Winner: 68 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Not available | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | Winner: Winner: 13 h | 11 h |
| Fuel tank | 2.9 gal | 2.2 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 21.3 x 17.9 x 17.9 in | 23.1 x 18.5 x 17.8 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120 | 120 |
| Voltage (DC) | 12 | 5 |
| GFCI outlets | No | No |
| Covered outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | <3% % | ≤3% % |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 224 cc OHV 4-stroke | 160 cc OHV 4-stroke engine. |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil | Recoil |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 1 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 4000 W | 4000 W |
| Starting watts | 5500 W | 5500 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 | 8 h |
| Run time @25% load | 16 h | 11 h |
| Propane | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 3600 W | 3600 W |
| Starting watts | 5500 W | 4950 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 | 12.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | 13 h | 17.5 h |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | true | true |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 | CARB, EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Floating | Floating |
| UPC | 817198027951 | 860013299040 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 4000 | 4000 |
| Running Watts (Propane) | 3600 | 3600 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 5500 | 5500 |
| Starting Watts (Propane) | 5500 | 4950 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 8 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | Not available | 12.5 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 16 | 11 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Propane) | 13 | 17.5 |
| AC Outlet Types | AC outlets1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) 1x 120V 30A (TT-30R) | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (TT-30R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | 224 cc OHV 4-stroke | OHV 4-stroke engine |
| Engine Displacement | 224 | 160 |
| Engine Oil Type | 10W-30 | SAE 10W/30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 16 | 11 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 8 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | Not available | 12.5 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Low oil and overload protection |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | No |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Included Accessories | Oil, funnel, and propane hose | Oil, funnel, tool kit, propane hose, and wheel kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | 3 | Not available |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Champion Power Equipment 5500-Watt Dual Fuel Open Frame Inverter with CO Shield® offers versatile power options, operating on either gasoline or propane. It features Quiet Technology, Extended Run Time, Economy Mode, and Clean Power, making it suitable for camping, RVs, or backup power needs. The generator includes an EZ Start Dial for easy operation and an Intelligauge with Power Meter to monitor voltage, frequency, and operating hours. With a 224cc Champion engine, it delivers 5500 starting watts and 4000 running watts on gasoline, and 5500 starting watts and 3600 running watts on propane. The unit operates at 70 dBA from 23 feet and offers up to 13 hours of run time on gasoline and 16 hours on propane at 25% load. It also includes CO Shield® carbon monoxide auto shutoff for safety. | The Genmax GM5500XiD is a 4000-watt dual-fuel inverter generator that handles essential household loads, power tools, and RV systems simultaneously. Running on gasoline or propane, it delivers clean 3% THD output safe for laptops and televisions. At 68 pounds with a wheel kit included, this unit moves easily between storage and deployment. |