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Generac GP1800 VS. Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator

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Winner:

Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator

Reasons to buy Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator:

  • button icon Ultra-Powerful – At 15,000 starting watts and 12,000 running watts
  • button icon Electric Start
  • button icon Built-in Cold Start Technology for easy starts in cold weather
  • button icon Reliable 717cc V-Twin Champion engine
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Runners Up:

Generac GP1800

Reasons to buy Generac GP1800 :

  • button icon Easy operation with ON/OFF switch
  • button icon CSA Compliant
  • button icon 3.5 gallon steel fuel tank
  • button icon Automatic low oil shut down with overload protection
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PERFORMANCE:
WINNER :

Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator

  • Electric Start
  • CARB Compliant
  • EPA Certified
  • Cold Start Technology
DESIGN:
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SAFETY:
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CONCLUSION
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Comparison Winner
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator

Reasons why we like it:

  • Electric Start
  • CARB Compliant
  • EPA Certified
  • Cold Start Technology
  • Wheel type
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COMPARISON – Generac GP1800 VS. Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator

PERFORMANCE:

Portable

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Yes, it can be easily transported from one place to another during emergency power needs.

Yes

It is a portable device

Starting Watts

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Starts with 2,050 watts

Yes

15000 watts

Running Stats

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Runs at 1,800 watts

Yes

12000 watts

RV Ready

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

RV ready – inbuilt with a spark arrestor ideal for forested areas and automatic voltage regulation

Yes

Portable and Rv Ready

Gas Powered

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Gasoline powered

Yes

Gasoline – powered

Run Time on Full Tank

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Spends approximately 10.5 hours after a 50% load of gas with about 0.33 GPH of fuel consumption

Yes

9 hours

Recoil Start

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Recoil start

No

Electric Start

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
No

Yes

It is electric started

Dual Fuel

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
No

No

FUEL TYPE

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Gas fuel type

Yes

Gasoline

AMPERAGE

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

17.1 Amps at peak power and 15 Amps running

Yes

50.0A

VOLTAGE

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

120 Volts

Yes

120 / 240 volts

FREQUENCY

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

60 Hz

Yes

60Hz

HORSEPOWER

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

N/A

Yes

23.9 HP

ENGINE TYPE

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

163 cc OHV engine type – has a splash lubrication and will run longer

Yes

4 stroke V-Twin

ENGINE SPEED

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

N/A

Yes

3600 RPM

CARB Compliant

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
No

Yes

It is CARB complaint

CSA Certified

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

CSA certified

No

EPA Certified

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
No

Yes

It is EPA certified

Cold Start Technology

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
No

Yes

Cold Start technology for easy starts in cold weather

Easy to Start

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Easy to start using a simple on/off button. Just click on the button and it will power on or off without any complicated steps

Yes

It is easy to start since it has an on and off switch

Fuel Tank Capacity (Gasoline)

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Features a 3.5 gallon steel fuel tank capacity with an inbuilt fuel gauge

Yes

10.9 gallons

Suggested Tank Size (Propane)

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
No

No

Runtime (Gasoline)

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Runs for 10.5 hours after a 1/2 load

Yes

9 hours

Runtime (Propane)

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
No

No

Low Oil Shut-Off

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Safeguards engine using a low oil shut off function

Yes

it has a low oil shut-off sensor which prevents engine damage.

Air Cooled

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Air cools automatically to stop it from getting heat up and damages

No

Engine Capacity

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Generac 163 cc OHV engine capacity

Yes

717cc

Voltmeter

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

N/A

Yes

Equipped with a Power Meter

Noise Level (dBA)

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

N/A

Yes

78dba from 23ft

Multi-Purpose

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

For multipurpose use – created for home use, job sites, camping, tailgating and any other outdoor activities

Yes

It is multipurpose since it can work on lights, sump pump, refrigerator, security system, window AC, furnace blower.

Heavy Duty

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Heavy duty – will light and keep small appliances and tools connected as it deliver emergency power supply

Yes

It is a heavy duty device since it can run high voltage equipments

Solar Generator

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
No

No

Framed for Durability

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Framed for durability with hardened steel frame. It is 1¼ inch thick and a full ¼ inch thicker in dimensions for extra strength

Yes

Yes, it is framed for durability

Starting method

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Starts using the uncomplicated traditional pull start method – recoil start

Yes

Electric start

Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator

DESIGN:

Open Frame

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

It has an open frame design – stable and is simple to raise above the ground

Yes

Has an open frame

Outlets

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

1x Duplex 120 Volts 20 Amps (5-20R) with circuit breaker covered outlets to protect them from unwanted debris

Yes

(one)120V 30A (L5-30R), (two) 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) locking outlets, (one) 120/240V 50A outlet (14-50R) and (four) 120V 20A GFCI protected household outlets (5-20R).

Portable

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Portable with its low weight of only 80 pounds

Yes

It is a portable machine which makes it easy to be stored and transported

Weight

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

80 pounds

Yes

329.6 lb

Wheel type

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
No

Yes

N/A

Handle style

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Steel frame handle style – it gives a strong lift during movement

Yes

Has lift hooks for easy transportation, unloading

Warranty

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Warranty lasts a period of 2 years

Yes

3 year limited warranty

Dimensions (LxWxH, inches)

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

18 x 18 x 13 inches – compact size for simple storage

No

Included Accessories

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Comes with a funnel and owner’s manual

Yes

Oil Funnel, Wheel Kit, Engine Oil and Battery

SAFETY:

Low Oil Indicator

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Low oil indicator with a level glance fuel monitoring placed on it

Yes

The generator shuts down indicating low oil levels

Low oil shutdown

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

Switches off automatically once low oil is indicated and fuel tank is not refueled.

Yes

It shuts down when it senses that the oil levels are low in order to protect you engine from damage

Noise Level

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

N/A

Yes

78dba from 23ft

CONCLUSION

Pros

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

- Comprised of a 3.5 gallon fuel tank made of steel and built with a fuel gauge for extended runtime and durability - After a 50% fuel load it will run for 10.5 hours - Features a Generac 163 OHV engine with a splash lubrication system and can be air cooled to prevent over heating - Framed for durability using a hardened steel tube cradle with 1¼ inch thick and a full ¼ inch thicker in dimensions - Uses a low oil level indicator and shutdown to protect the engine from damage automatically - Easy to start with an on/off switch and the traditional pull start mechanism - Works with 2,050 watts starting and running watts of 1800 watts - Warranty runs for a 2 year period - 1x Duplex 120 Volts 20 Amps (5-20R) with circuit breaker covered outlets to protect them from dangerous substances - Created for multipurpose use such as home use, job sites, camping, tailgating and any other outdoor activities

Yes

• It is designed with a lift hook for safe and easy transport, loading and unloading. • it is Ultra-Powerful with 15,000 starting watts and 12,000 running watts which enables it to perform work. • Has a strong and reliable engine of 717cc. • Has covered outlets which includes; One 120V 30A locking, a 120/240V 30A locking, a 120/240V 50A and four 120V 20A GFCI outlets. • Has Portable - Folding handle and never-flat tires for easy transportation. • It is easy to start since you just need to press the on button.

Cons

Generac GP1800
Champion 12000 Watt Portable Generator
Yes

- Not built with wheels that enhance effortless portability - Doesn’t include a lock down folding handle for movement and compact storage - Its warranty may not cover every part of the generator - Has only a single fuel type which is gasoline - Not CARB compliant

Yes

• It is very heavy and bulky which limits it transportation. • It has no fuel gage. • It is loud during operations

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