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  • Champion Power Equipment 201438
  • Cummins Onan P9500DF EFI
  • Model 201438
    Model 201438

    Champion Power Equipment 10,000W Tri-Fuel Generator

    10000W
    Running
    74 dB
    Noise
    View details
  • Model Onan P9500DF EFI
    Model Onan P9500DF EFI

    Cummins 7,500W Dual-Fuel Generator

    7500W
    Running
    74 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 201438Cummins Onan P9500DF EFI
General
Product type
Generator
Generator
Fuel
Tri-Fuel
Dual-Fuel
InverterNoNo
Parallel capableNoNo
RV readyNoNo
Running watts
Winner: Winner: 10000 W
7500 W
Starting watts
Winner: Winner: 12500 W
9500 W
Noise (lower limit)
Winner: Winner: 74 dB
Winner: Winner: 74 dB
Weight
231 lbs
Winner: Winner: 211.6 lbs
Run time @50% load
8 h
Winner: Winner: 9.6 h
Run time @25% load
Not available
14.4 h
Fuel tank
7.7 gal
6.6 gal
Fuel gaugeYesYes
Approx. dimensions (L × W × H)
29 x 28.5 x 25.8
27.3 x 20.6 x 22.6
Electrical
Voltage (AC)
120/240
120/240
Voltage (DC)
Not available
5
GFCI outletsYesYes
Covered outletsYesYes
Automatic Voltage RegulationYesYes
THD
20 %
23 %
Engine
Engine
500 cc OHV 4-stroke
420 cc OHV 4-stroke
Alternator
Not available
Not available
Starting system
Recoil, Electric
Recoil, Electric, Remote
Warranty
Warranty
3 years
3 years
Power by fuel
GasolineNot availableNot available
Running watts
10000 W
7500 W
Starting watts
12500 W
9500 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
8 h
9.6 h
Run time @25% load
Not available
14.4 h
Natural gasNot availableNot available
Running watts
8000 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
PropaneNot availableNot available
Running watts
9000 W
6750 W
Starting watts
11250 W
8550 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
3 h
Not available
Run time @25% load
Not available
10.8 h
Other
Data center
Not available
Not available
Indicators
false
false
Compliance
EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023
CARB, EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023
Security
Not available
Not available
Spark arrestorYesYes
Neutral
Bonded to frame
true
UPC
817198027913
Not available
Core / High-priority specs
Running Watts (Gasoline)
10000
7500
Running Watts (Propane)
9000
6750
Running Watts (Natural Gas)
8000
Not available
Starting Watts (Gasoline)
12500
9500
Starting Watts (Propane)
11250
8550
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
8
9.6
Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane)
3
Not available
Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline)
Not available
14.4
Runtime @ 25% Load (Propane)
Not available
10.8
AC Outlet Types
2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R)1x 120/240V 50A (14-50R)
2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI; 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R)
Electrical & power
Frequency
60
60
Engine & construction
Engine Type
500 cc OHV 4-stroke
OHV 4-stroke
Engine Displacement
500
420
Engine Oil Type
10W-30
SAE10W30
Runtime & fuel system
Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline)
Not available
14.4
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
8
9.6
Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane)
3
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
Mobility Components
Not available
Yes
Included Accessories
Oil, funnel, natural gas hose with NPT adapter, propane hose, battery, and wheel kit
Oil, funnel, tool kit, key fob, propane hose, battery, and wheel kit
Warranty & identification
Commercial Warranty
3
3
Part Number
Not available
A075C509
Additional specs
Summary
The Champion Power Equipment 201438 is a 10,000-watt Tri-Fuel portable generator equipped with CO Shield® technology, capable of operating on natural gas, propane, or gasoline.
The Cummins Onan P9500DF EFI is a 7,500-watt dual-fuel generator built for users who need sustained power across multiple load types. On gasoline, it delivers 7,500 running watts and 9,500 peak watts. On propane, it drops to 6,750 running watts and 8,550 peak watts, which means propane users sacrifice roughly 10 percent of output but gain extended storage life and cleaner emissions. The electronic fuel injection engine handles high-altitude operation up to 13,123 feet without modification, making it viable for mountain jobsites, remote cabins, and RV camps where carbureted engines would struggle. At 211.6 pounds with an included wheel kit, this generator demands stationary placement or two-person handling, but the 6.6-gallon fuel tank stretches runtime to 14.4 hours at 25 percent load on gasoline. This is a workhorse for contractors, emergency backup, and off-grid scenarios where fuel flexibility and durability matter more than portability.
  • Most Powerful
    Champion Power Equipment 201438
    10000W running
  • Quietest
    Champion Power Equipment 201438
    74 dB
  • Longest Runtime
    Cummins Onan P9500DF EFI
    9.6h at 50% load
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