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| Specification | Champion Power Equipment 201299 | Cat RP5500 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | No | No |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | No | No |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 5500 W | Winner: Winner: 5500 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 6875 W | Winner: Winner: 6875 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 74 dB | 0 dB |
| Weight | Winner: Winner: 155 lbs | 178 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | 10 h | Winner: Winner: 15 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 7.7 gal | 7.9 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 28.2 x 27.2 x 25 | 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 | Recoil |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 5500 W | 5500 W |
| Starting watts | 6875 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 | 10 h | 15 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | false | false |
| Compliance | EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 | CARB, EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | true | Not available |
| UPC | 817198026794 | 815683020036 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 5500 | 5500 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 6875 | 6875 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10 | 15 |
| AC Outlet Types | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 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 | 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) | 10 | 15 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Volt Guard surge protection | Low oil and overload protection |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | No |
| Included equipment | ||
| Starting Components | Oil and funnel | Not available |
| Included Accessories | Oil and funnel | Oil, funnel, tool kit, and wheel kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Part Number | Not available | 502-3686 |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Champion 5500-Watt Portable Generator (Model 201299) offers reliable power with 6875 starting watts and 5500 running watts. It features a CO Shield® carbon monoxide auto shutoff system, a 389cc engine, and provides up to 10 hours of run time at 50% load with a noise level of 74 dBA. | 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. |
