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Champion 201412 - 9200/11500W Tri Fuel Generator With Electric Start

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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. (source: Champion (opens in a new tab))

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In a nutshell, the Champion 201412 is a powerful portable generator mostly geared towards:

  • Homeowners who wish to power almost all appliances in their house under any circumstances
  • Homeowners who want to be sure of their ability to power their fridges, cooking tools, heating and lighting equipment during power failures
  • RV travellers looking for even more independence

The following sections will present you in detail its power characteristics, the different outlets it offers, its overall portability, and the extra features it benefits from.

Power & Run Time

The Champion 201412 in use

The Champion 201412

The Champion 201412 delivers 120/240V and is equipped with a tri-fuel technology, enabling it to operate on gasoline, propane, or natural gas. When powered by gasoline, it achieves a running wattage of 9,200W and a peak wattage of 11,500W. Switching to propane provides 8,500 rated watts and 10,625 peak watts, while natural gas operation delivers 7,500W of rated wattage and 9,375W of starting wattage.

Enjoying a noise rating of 74 dBA (just slightly more noisy than a shower), this generator can be started thanks to a classic hand-operated recoil starting mechanism, but also to a convenient and easy-to-use electric starter (battery included).

Regarding its running time, the 201412, with a 8.5 gallons fuel tank, can operate for around 10 hours at 50% load with a full gasoline tank (with fuel consumption estimated at around 0.85 gallons per hour). It also offers around 5 hours (on a 20 lbs tank - propane consumption around 0.94 GPH) of operation when using propane.

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 6 AC outlets as follows:

Two Duplexes 120V 20A (5-20R)
120/240V 30A (L14-30R) receptacle
120/240V 50A (14-50R) receptacle

With its 14-50R outlet, this Champion unit is RV-ready for owners with a 50-amp service in their RVs. 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

At L28.7 x W27.5 x H26.1 in, the traditional open frame structure of the Champion 201412 ensures stability while facilitating convenient maintenance access to components and promoting air cooling. The generator is designed for ideal use outdoors and in rough environments.

Though weighing 216 lbs, the generator remains classified as 'portable,' indicating its capability to be moved, though its weight could pose transport challenges. However, the constrained maneuverability is addressed with the assistance of its wheel kit (⌀9.5") and its folding handle, allowing for easy shifting once the generator is placed on the ground.

Features

Panel of the Champion 201412

The 201412's control panel

A digital Intelligauge data center, one of the features of the 201412's control panel, gives you information on the voltage, lifetime run hours and frequency, and thus, is helpful for the monitoring of its activity and status.

Benefiting from its built-in fuel gauge, the generator allows for easy and immediate gas level inspections.

Considering security aspects, the generator boasts an automatic low oil shut-off and an overload protection (circuit breaker), offering peace of mind throughout operation.

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.

Apart from the typical documentation and an owner's manual (opens in a new tab), which lets you start it right away, the Champion 201412 also is packed along with the following accessories: oil, natural gas hose with NPT adapter, propane hose 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 falls within the expected weight range for multi-fuel generators in the 8500 to 9500 rated wattage. In terms of weight, one of the champions in their power range is the Westinghouse iGen11000DFc, standing at just 187.4 lbs.
  • When stacked up against other devices of similar running wattage, this generator's lowest possible noise rating of 74 dBA places it in the louder category. If noise emissions are important to you, one of the least noisy generators of this power range is the DuroMax XP11000iH with only 61 dBA.
  • With around 10 hours of runtime at 50% load, the 201412 provides a higher run time when compared to similarly powerful multi-fuel products. Furthermore, considering the run times, one of the generators which have a roughly same power output, with the highest autonomy, is the Westinghouse iGen11000DFc, as it provides around 12 hours.
  • Though run time is a significant parameter, it's closely tied to the generator's fuel tank size. To get a comprehensive understanding, fuel efficiency must also be taken into account. Standing at an estimated 0.85 GPH (gallon per hour) at a 50% load, this generator is somewhat average in this area compared to other devices, within the aforementioned wattage range. If fuel consumption is your top priority, we suggest to check out the Westinghouse iGen11000DFc, which has a fuel consumption of only 0.66 GPH and thus, is one of the most efficient devices in our database.

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

STRENGTHS:
  • Inexpensive
  • Tri-fuel
  • CO Shield™ technology
  • Several accessories included
  • Electric start
  • High run time
AVERAGE SPECS:
  • Decent weight (216 lbs)
  • Decent fuel efficiency
WEAKNESSES:
  • No remote start
  • On the noisy side (74 dBA)

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Features and Specifications

General
InverterNo
Parallel capableNo
RV readyNo
FuelTri-Fuel (gasoline/propane/natural gas)
Engine459 cc OHV 4-stroke
Starting systemRecoil, Electric
Warranty3 years
VoltageAC: 120/240V 60 Hz
Power
GasolineLPGNG
Running watts9,200 W8,500 W7,500 W
Starting watts11,500 W10,625 W9,375 W
Running amps (@120/240V)76.7/38.3 amps70.8/35.4 amps62.5/31.3 amps
Peak amps (@120/240V)95.8/47.9 amps88.5/44.3 amps78.1/39.1 amps
Run time @50% load10 h5 hN/A
Run time @25% loadUnknownUnknownN/A
Features
GFCI outletsNo
Covered outletsYes
Automatic Voltage RegulationYes
AC outlets
  • 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R)
  • 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R)
  • 1x 120/240V 50A (14-50R)
DC outletsNo
Data centerLifetime run hours, voltage and frequency
IndicatorsNo
Fuel tank8.5 gal
Fuel gaugeYes
Misc
Weight216 lbs
Approx. dimensions (L x W x H)28.7 x 27.5 x 26.1 in
Noise (lower limit)74 dBA
THD< 20%
ComplianceEPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023
SecurityLow oil and overload protection, CO monitoring
Spark arrestorYes
NeutralBonded to frame
Accessories includedOil, funnel, natural gas hose with NPT adapter, propane hose, battery, and wheel kit
UPC817198027746

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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?
Examples of items that can be simultaneously powered.
The examples below are based on a maximum load of 80% and estimated wattages. For a more accurate estimation, use our generator sizing calculator.
ItemRunning WattsStarting Watts
At homeSump pump (1/2 hp)10502150
Furnace fan (1/2 hp)8752350
Refrigerator (energy star)1921192
Electric range21002100
Hair dryer18001900
Clothes iron12701270
Set of 5 LED light bulbs5555
Total7342 W8817 W
For campingRadiant heater13001300
RV refrigerator180600
Hair dryer18001900
Electric grill16501650
Electric fry pan15001500
Toaster oven800800
Radio100100
Total7330 W7750 W
For workTable saw18004500
Air compressor (1 hp)16006100
Grinder14002500
Demolition hammer12601260
Reciprocating saw730960
Bug zapper8080
Total6870 W11370 W

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    Houston DIYER July 30, 2024 at 7:56 pm
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    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.

    + PROS:
    • Great value, price, and solid build.
    - CONS:
    • None really. Lower DBA and THD would have been nice but wasn’t a deal breaker for me. Was told it was a 3/4” NG adapter based on listing but it was 1/2
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