Generac GP17500E VS. Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator

Yes, effortless to move from one place to another for emergency power supply

Starts with 26250 watts

17500 running watts

RV ready through its multiple outlets and automatic idle control system

Gas powered

Takes up to 10 hours after a 1/2 fuel load

Electric start with an included battery

Uses only the gasoline type of fuel

73 Amps

120/240 Volts - single phase

60 Hz

N/A

992 CC Generac engine type

Has a engine speed of 3600 RPM

Non CARB complaint

N/A

Hassle free starting method – electric start using the on/off switch that is placed on the engine without any complicated steps

A large 16 gallon fuel tank capacity – delivers fuel for extended running

Spends 10 hours running on a 1/2 gasoline load

Features a low oil level shutdown that is activated automatically

Engine air cools to stop heating up after long run time

992 CC engine capacity

N/A

Multi-purpose generator that can be used both indoors and outdoors to deliver emergency power.

Heavy duty - delivers enough energy to power up a 5 ton air conditioner and other appliances

Framed for durability – features a 1 1/4 inch steel tube cradle that provides strength and is long lasting

Electric starting method with battery

Constructed with an open frame style

Outlets include - 120/240V 30-Amp (L14-30R) and 50-Amp (14-50R) plus receptacles

Portable to transport using the wheels and lifting eye handle

390 pounds

Moves using a 12 inch pneumatic wheel type. Can climb raised surfaces

An integrated lifting eye handle – attached to the frame for easy lifting and movement

1 year warranty for commercial engine and 2 years for consumer engine

48.5 x 31 x 39.5 inches

Power cords, cold weather kits, covers and amp tents, inlet boxes and wheel kits

Built with a low oil alert system. Alerts you when oil is reaching minimum in the 16 gallon fuel tank capacity

Shuts down on its own to prevent engine damage on low oil

Has an automatic idle control – minimizes noise level while running

- Has a powerful engine speed of 3600 RPM - Features a panel mounted hour meter that makes it simple to keep tract of run time and maintenance intervals - Multipurpose generator that is built for job sites, camps among others and home backup power supply - Uses a large 16 gallon fuel tank capacity with an inbuilt fuel gauge - Electric starting method with a simple button push and 12 VDC 36665-CCA battery included - It is a portable generator with a 12 inch pneumatic wheels and integrated lifting eye handle for transportation - Has a full pressure lubrication ability with an automatic low oil shutdown to prevent engine damage - It is RV ready through multiple outlets and automatic idle control system - Heavy duty enough to power up a 5 ton air conditioner and other appliances - Framed for durability using a 1 1/4 inch steel tube cradle

- Not built with a voltmeter - It is Non CARB complaint - This engine doesn’t have dual fuel ability - Cannot be solar charged - Uses only one type of fuel source which is gasoline - Cold start technology is not included - Very heavy to lift in areas where wheels cannot maneuver on like stairs