Champion 201412 - 9200/11500W Tri Fuel Generator With Electric Start
The Champion 201412 is a powerful open frame tri-fuel generator with a rated wattage of 9,200 W and a starting wattage of 11,500 W. (Read full specs)
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Description
The Champion Power Equipment 201412 9200-Watt Tri-Fuel Portable Natural Gas Ready Generator with CO Shield® is a reliable source of power with the flexibility you need.
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In a few words, the Champion 201412 is a powerful portable generator perfectly suited for:
- Homeowners who wish to power almost all appliances in their house under any circumstances
- Homeowners in need of an emergency backup power for their essentials
- Professionals who want to ensure that a power failure will not prevent them from working
- RV travellers looking for even more independence
In the upcoming sections, you'll discover its power characteristics, the array of outlets it presents, its overall portability, and the additional features it possesses.
Power & Run Time
The Champion 201412
The Champion 201412 delivers 120/240V and boasts with a tri-fuel technology enabling it to utilize gasoline, propane, or natural gas. When powered by gasoline, it achieves a running wattage of 9,200W and a peak wattage of 11,500W. Upon using propane, it gains 8,500 rated watts and 10,625 peak watts. Its operation with natural gas provides 7,500W of rated wattage and 9,375W of starting wattage.
The generator, rated for a noise of 74 dBA (just slightly more noisy than a dishwasher), provides flexibility in starting, offering both a standard recoil pull-rope starting mechanism and a straightforward and intuitive electric starter (battery included).
The running time of the 201412, with its 8.5 gallons fuel capacity, can reach around 10 hours at 50% load on a full tank of gasoline (fuel consumption around 0.85 GPH). With propane, it can reach around 5 hours (on a 20 lbs tank - propane consumption around 0.94 GPH).
Given the 201412's high Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) of less than 20%, it is advisable to avoid using it to power sensitive electronic devices.
Outlets
The control panel features the upcoming 6 AC outlets:
If your RV requires a 50-amp service, consider this Champion unit RV-ready, as it includes a 14-50R outlet. In addition, as the 201412 holds a twist-lock L14-30R receptacle, it is transfer switch ready: you'll easily be able to connect it to your breaker box to power your home during a power outage.
Portability
With dimensions of L28.7 x W27.5 x H26.1 in, the traditional open frame design of the Champion 201412 ensures stability while allowing easy maintenance access to components and promoting effective air cooling. The device has been designed for tough environments and demanding outdoor use.
Despite its weight of 216 lbs, the generator is still considered 'portable,' meaning it is movable, although its heftiness may restrict portability in certain environments or require additional considerations for transportation and setup. Still, once it is on the ground, its wheel kit (⌀9.5") and its folding handle can easily solve the issue of low mobility and allow for easy relocation of the device.
Features
The 201412's control panel
To help you monitor the 201412's status and activity, its control panel is equipped with a digital Intelligauge data center, giving you information on the frequency, lifetime run hours and voltage.
The fuel level of the generator can be determined quickly, easily, and conveniently with the help of its built-in fuel gauge.
As far as security is concerned, the generator comes with an overload protection (circuit breaker) and an automatic low oil shut-off, providing peace of mind during use.
The unit also benefits from the CO Shield™ technology, which monitors accumulation of poisonous carbon monoxide (CO) gas produced by the engine's exhaust when the generator is running. If CO Shield™ detects elevated levels of CO gas, it automatically shuts off the engine and illuminates a red LED.
Alongside the standard documentation and an owner's manual (opens in a new tab) for quick setup, the Champion 201412 is bundled with additional accessories: propane hose, oil, natural gas hose with NPT adapter and funnel.
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The Champion 201412 versus other generators
The following charts are provided to give you an idea of how some of the key specs of the Champion 201412 compare to multi-fuel generators of similar power (between 8500 and 9500 W).
- With a dry weight of 216 lbs, the Champion 201412 sits comfortably within the expected weight range for multi-fuel devices generating 8500 to 9500 rated watts. If weight is your top priority, one of the champions in this power category is the Westinghouse iGen12000DFc, weighing just 189 pounds.
- Given its rated noise level of 74 dBA, this generator aligns with the average expected noise rating for devices of similar type and power. If you value reduced noise levels, the DuroMax XP11000iHT could be worth considering. It's one of the quietest generators in its power range, rated at 61 dBA.
- Given that the 201412 reaches an autonomy of around 10 hours with a full tank and at 50% load, it is placed within the average autonomy range of similarly powerful multi-fuel generators. If extended autonomy is what matters most to you, the A-iPower GXS12000iRD could be an excellent choice, offering one of the longest run times among units in its power category, reaching around 13 hours.
- Autonomy holds its importance, however, it is largely dependent on the generator’s fuel capacity and so, it is nonsensible to discuss it without mentioning fuel efficiency as well. Compared to similar devices, this generator is less fuel-efficient than most: it burns around 0.85 gallons of gasoline per hour at a 50% load. If you wish to get a unit of similar power, but with one of the best fuel efficiency, you could consider the A-iPower GXS12000iRD, which has an impressively low fuel consumption of 0.65 GPH.
Price comparison
As you can see from these interactive charts, when compared to other 8500-9500W multi-fuel generators, the Champion 201412 is on the cheap side of the price range.
It can therefore be a really good buy if you're looking to acquire a budget generator.
The bottom line
- Inexpensive
- Tri-fuel
- CO Shield™ technology
- Several accessories included
- GFCI Outlets
- Electric start
- Decent weight (216 lbs)
- Acceptable noise (74 dBA)
- Decent run time
- No remote start
- Low fuel efficiency
Do you own the Champion 201412 and agree (or disagree) with these strengths and weaknesses?
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Features and Specifications
| Inverter | No |
|---|---|
| Parallel capable | No |
| RV ready | No |
| Fuel | Tri-Fuel (gasoline/propane/natural gas) |
| Engine | 459 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric |
| Warranty | 3 years |
| Voltage | AC: 120/240V 60 Hz |
| Gasoline | LPG | NG | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Running watts | 9,200 W | 8,500 W | 7,500 W |
| Starting watts | 11,500 W | 10,625 W | 9,375 W |
| Running amps (@120/240V) | 76.7/38.3 amps | 70.8/35.4 amps | 62.5/31.3 amps |
| Peak amps (@120/240V) | 95.8/47.9 amps | 88.5/44.3 amps | 78.1/39.1 amps |
| Run time @50% load | 10 h | 5 h | N/A |
| Run time @25% load | Unknown | Unknown | N/A |
| GFCI outlets | Yes |
|---|---|
| Covered outlets | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes |
| AC outlets |
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| DC outlets | No |
| Data center | Lifetime run hours, voltage and frequency |
| Indicators | No |
| Fuel tank | 8.5 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes |
| Weight | 216 lbs |
|---|---|
| Approx. dimensions (L x W x H) | 28.7 x 27.5 x 26.1 in |
| Noise (lower limit) | 74 dBA |
| THD | < 20% |
| Compliance | EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 |
| Security | Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring |
| Spark arrestor | Yes |
| Neutral | Bonded to frame |
| Accessories included | Oil, funnel, natural gas hose with NPT adapter, propane hose, battery, and wheel kit |
| UPC | 817198027746 |
We've taken extra care to research and verify each of the specifications above. That said, occasional mistakes or omissions are still possible. If you spot any missing or inaccurate information, feel free to suggest a correction so we can address it.
About Champion Power Equipment
Founded in 2003, the Champion Power Equipment is a US based power equipment manufacturer. The relatively small company has made a name for itself both in the portable generator industry, but also the power equipment sector in general, with a particular focus on heavy duty equipment, such as log cutters, snow blowers, chipper shredders, etc. All of their products are engineered in the US. However, the company does not provide information on the origin of their components.
Warranty Information
The Champion 201412 is covered under a warranty for up to 3 years. This warranty may be limited and may not cover all parts of the generator.
For more information about the warranty of Champion generators, please consult Champion's warranty policies (opens in a new tab). Alternatively, you can also contact their Customer Support: 1-877-338-0999.
Questions & Answers
What can it power?
| Item | Running Watts | Starting Watts | |
|---|---|---|---|
| At home | AC (10,000 BTU) | 1500 | 2200 |
| Dish washer | 1500 | 3000 | |
| Microwave (1000 watts) | 1500 | 1500 | |
| Electric fry pan | 1500 | 1500 | |
| Sump pump (1/2 hp) | 1050 | 2150 | |
| Refrigerator (energy star) | 192 | 1192 | |
| Radio | 100 | 100 | |
| Total | 7342 W | 8842 W | |
| For camping | RV AC (11,000 BTU) | 1010 | 1600 |
| RV refrigerator | 180 | 600 | |
| Hair dryer | 1800 | 1900 | |
| Electric grill | 1650 | 1650 | |
| Electric fry pan | 1500 | 1500 | |
| Water heater (10 gallons) | 1000 | 2000 | |
| Mixer | 200 | 200 | |
| Total | 7340 W | 8340 W | |
| For work | Table saw | 1800 | 4500 |
| Air compressor (1 hp) | 1600 | 6100 | |
| Grinder | 1400 | 2500 | |
| Demolition hammer | 1260 | 1260 | |
| Reciprocating saw | 730 | 960 | |
| Bug zapper | 80 | 80 | |
| Total | 6870 W | 11370 W |
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User Reviews
Ordered on July 14 and received on July 26. Tested and connected using natural gas on July 30. Solid built unit thru a respectable brand. Not a Honda but in comparison to other units at this price point ($998 post Beryl). It does have a higher THD and dBA than an inverter style but that’s to be expected for an ACR/non-inverter type. I’m very pleased so far.