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Champion · Portable generator

201169

8,125 starting watts and 6,500 running watts with gasoline, propane, natural gas operation · 12 h. · 74 dB(A).

6,500W running8,125W starting74 dB(A)Gasoline + Propane + Natural Gas
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Champion 6500W Electric Start Tri Fuel Generator with CO Shield®
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The important numbers, at a glance.

01 · Output by fuel

Up to 8,125 starting watts

Gasoline6,500W running

8,125W starting

Propane6,000W running

7,500W starting

Natural Gas5,500W running

6,875W starting

02 · Runtime & operation

Manufacturer runtime

12 h.

Operating volume

74 dB(A)

Energy source

Gasoline, Propane (LPG), Natural Gas (NG)

8.5 gal. fuel capacity

03 · Size & ownership

206 lb.

Unit weight

28.7 in. × 27.5 in. × 26.1 in.

Length × width × height

Warranty
3 Year Warranty
Starting
Recoil, Electric
Status
Listed in Champion U.S. catalog
04 · Controls & safety

Starting system

Recoil, Electric

Power system

Conventional alternator

Protection

CO Shield® · Low-oil shutdown

Electrical

120/240 · 60Hz

120/240V Locking (L14-30R), GFCI 120V Duplex (5-20R) (2)

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Outdoor use only. Never operate a fuel-burning generator inside a home, garage, shed, or other enclosed space. CO Shield® is a backup safety feature, not a substitute for correct outdoor placement.

Manufacturer overview

Features Tri-Fuel Your 6500-watt portable generator operates on natural gas, propane, or gasoline, plus natural gas and propane hoses are included so the unit is ready to run on any fuel right out of the box Electric Start Power up the 389cc Champion engine with the handy rocker switch, battery included Intelligauge with CO Shield® Track voltage, frequency, session run time, and total run time to monitor output and track maintenance intervals, plus features CO Shield® carbon monoxide auto shutoff system Powerful Gasoline: 8125 starting watts and 6500 running watts, propane: 7500 starting watts and 6000 running watts, natural gas: 6875 starting watts and 5500 running watts and engine oil is included Champion Support Includes 3-year limited warranty with FREE lifetime technical support from dedicated experts Description The Champion Power Equipment 201169 6500-Watt Tri-Fuel Portable Natural Gas Ready Generator with CO Shield® is a reliable source of power with the flexibility you need. When you are not running your generator on natural gas, you also have the option of operating it on gasoline or propane. The ability to operate your generator on three types of fuel out of the box make

Specifications

Portable Generator Technology
Tri Fuel, CO Shield®
Gasoline Starting Watts
8125W
Gasoline Running Watts
6500W
Propane Starting Watts
7500W
Propane Running Watts
6000W
Natural Gas Starting Watts
6875W
Natural Gas Running Watts
5500W
Gasoline Starting Amps at 120V
67.7A
Gasoline Starting Amps at 240V
34A
Gasoline Running Amps at 120V
54.2A
Gasoline Running Amps at 240V
27.1A
Propane Starting Amps at 120V
62.5A
Propane Starting Amps at 240V
31.25A
Propane Running Amps at 120V
50A
Propane Running Amps at 240V
25A
Natural Gas Starting Amps at 120V
57.3A
Natural Gas Starting Amps at 240V
28.6A
Natural Gas Running Amps at 120V
45.8A
Natural Gas Running Amps at 240V
23A
Volts
120/240
Frequency
60Hz
Receptacles
120/240V Locking (L14-30R), GFCI 120V Duplex (5-20R) (2)
DC Operation
No
GFCI Receptacles
Yes
Covered Receptacles
Yes
Gasoline Run Time at 1/2 Load
12 h.
Propane Run Time at 1/2 Load
6.5 h.
Noise Level
74 dB(A)
Inverter
No
Voltmeter
Intelligauge
Automatic Voltage Regulation
Yes
Battery
Yes
Start Type
Recoil, Electric
Engine Brand
Champion
Engine Size
389cc
Engine Type
4-stroke
Engine Speed
3600
Fuel Type
Gasoline, Propane (LPG), Natural Gas (NG)
Fuel Gauge
Mechanical
Gasoline Capacity
8.5 gal.
Gasoline Tank Material
Steel
Engine Oil Type
10W-30
Engine Oil Capacity
1.2 qt.
Engine Oil Included
Yes
Low Oil Shut-Off
Yes
Wheels
Yes
Wheel Type
Solid
Wheel Diameter
9.5 in.
PGMA Compliant
G300-2018
EPA Certified
Yes

Measurements

Length
28.7 in.
Width
27.5 in.
Height
26.1 in.
Weight
206 lb.
  • Home essentials
  • RV power
  • Tools and outdoor projects
  • Tri-fuel flexibility
  • Tri Fuel, CO Shield®
  • Recoil, Electric start
  • 3 Year Warranty

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Official sources:Champion product pageEnglish manualAll Champion generatorsVerified September 15, 2026