Champion 7500W Electric Start Dual Fuel Generator (201281) vs Westinghouse WGen7500s
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Champion 7500W Electric Start Dual Fuel Generator (201281)
Best for: 7,500 W dual fuel with electric start
Check price at AmazonBest for: 7,500 W gas with an L14-30R
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Green marks the better published figure. "Not listed" means the manufacturer doesn't publish it.
| Spec | Champion 7500W Electric Start Dual Fuel Generator (201281) | Westinghouse WGen7500s | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Running watts (gasoline)Continuous (rated) output on gasoline as the maker lists it. | 7500 W | 7500 W | 25% |
| Starting wattsPeak (surge) output on gasoline for starting motors. | 9375 W | 9500 W | 5% |
| Runtime at 50% loadHours on a full gasoline tank at half load, as the maker states. | 10 h | Not listed | 15% |
| Runtime at 25% loadHours on a full gasoline tank at quarter load, as the maker states. | Not listed | 13 h | 5% |
| NoiseThe maker's noise figure in decibels. Load and distance differ by maker; the basis is in each product's notes where stated. | 74 dBA | 72 dBA | 10% |
| Transfer-switch readyYes when the generator has a 120/240V L14-30R or 14-50R outlet, or the maker calls it transfer-switch ready, so an electrician can connect it to your home through a transfer switch or interlock. | Yes | Yes | 10% |
| CO shutoffYes when the maker lists automatic carbon monoxide shutoff. | Yes | No | 10% |
| Runs on propaneYes for dual- or tri-fuel models. | Yes | No | 10% |
| WeightThe maker's listed (dry) weight. | 205 lb | 197.3 lb | 5% |
| CARB compliantYes when the maker lists CARB compliance. Not listed counts as no. | Not listed | No | 5% |
| Starting (peak) watts, gasoline | 9,375 W | 9,500 W | info |
| Running watts on propane | 6,750 W | Not listed | info |
| Fuel tank | 7.7 gal | 6.6 gal | info |
| Outlets | (2) GFCI 120V Duplex (5-20R), (1) 120V Locking (L5-30R), (1) 120/240V Locking (L14-30R) | 2 Duplex 120V | info |
| CO shutoff | CO Shield | No | info |
| CARB | Not published by the maker | Not listed | info |
| GenPick score | 6.9/10 | 4.2/10 | 100% |
Where each one comes out ahead
Champion 7500W Electric Start Dual Fuel Generator (201281)
Better published figure on: CO shutoff, Runs on propane.
What we like
Watch out for
- Runtime at 25% load not published by Champion
Westinghouse WGen7500s
Better published figure on: Starting watts, Noise, Weight.
What we like
Watch out for
- Runtime at 50% load not published by Westinghouse
Verdict
Same 7,500 W gas output and L14-30R. Champion adds propane and CO Shield and lists 205 vs 197.3 lb; Westinghouse lists 72 vs 74 dBA.
- Champion 7500W Electric Start Dual Fuel Generator (201281): Champion: 7500W Electric Start Dual Fuel Generator
- Westinghouse WGen7500s: Westinghouse: WGen7500s