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Champion 7500-Watt Dual Fuel (201281) vs. Generac GP8000E
| Champion 7500-Watt Dual Fuel (201281) | Generac GP8000E | |
|---|---|---|
| Running watts | 7,500 W | 8,000 W |
| Starting watts | 9,375 W | 10,000 W |
| On propane | 6,750 W run · 8,400 W start | — |
| Type | Open frame | Open frame |
| Fuel | Dual fuel (gas + propane) | Gasoline |
| Noise (mfr figure) | 74 dBA | — |
| Weight | 205 lb | — |
| Fuel tank | 7.7 gal | 7.5 gal |
| Runtime (mfr claim) | up to ~10 h on gasoline at 50% load | ~11 h at 50% load |
| Outlets | Two 20A 125V GFCI (5-20R), 120V 30A locking (L5-30R), L14-30R (transfer switch) | Two 20A 125V GFCI, L14-30R (transfer switch), 120/240V |
| Start | Electric | Electric |
| CO shutoff | Check listing | Check listing |
| Approx. price | ~$1,150 | ~$1,150 |
Dashes mean the manufacturer doesn't publish that figure. Wattages are gasoline ratings. Prices are typical street prices as of July 2026 — check current listings.
What the spec sheet actually says
- The Generac GP8000E gives you 500 more running watts for about $0 more.
- Only the Champion 7500-Watt Dual Fuel (201281) runs on propane as well as gasoline — worth real money if you want shelf-stable stored fuel for outages.
Champion 7500-Watt Dual Fuel (201281)
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