Champion · Inverter generator
201490
2,500 starting watts and 1,850 running watts with gasoline operation · 11.5 h. · 53 dB(A).
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The important numbers, at a glance.
Up to 2,500 starting watts
2,500W starting
Manufacturer runtime
11.5 h.
Operating volume
53 dB(A)
Energy source
Gasoline
1.05 gal. fuel capacity
37.7 lb.
Unit weight
17.3 in. × 11.5 in. × 17.7 in.
Length × width × height
- Warranty
- 3 Year Warranty
- Starting
- Recoil
- Status
- Listed in Champion U.S. catalog
Starting system
Recoil
Power system
Inverter output
Protection
CO Shield® · Low-oil shutdown
Electrical
120 · 60Hz
Connection details are included in the full specification table below.
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Manufacturer overview
Features Ultra-Lightweight At only 37.7 pounds, this inverter is one of the lightest 2500-watt inverters in the industry Quiet Operation 53 dBA from 23 feet is perfect for camping, tailgating or to backup a few home essentials, with 2500 starting watts, 1850 running watts and up to 11.5 hours run time, plus features CO Shield® carbon monoxide auto shutoff system Parallel Ready The optional parallel kit enables this inverter to connect with another 2500-watt Champion inverter to double your output power Clean Power for Sensitive Electronics Includes a 120V 20A household duplex outlet (5-20R) with clean electricity (less than 3% THD), plus a 12V automotive-style outlet, and Parallel outlets Champion Support Includes 3-year limited warranty with FREE lifetime technical support from dedicated experts Description The Champion Power Equipment 201490 2500-Watt Portable Inverter Generator with CO Shield® is ideal for camping, tailgating, powering items around the RV or providing backup for a few basics. This unit is not recommended for emergency home backup. Weighing less than 40 pounds, this ultralight model is one of the lightest 2500-watt inverters in the industry. Thanks to Champion’s
Specifications
- Portable Generator Technology
- ParaLINK®
- Gasoline Starting Watts
- 2500W
- Gasoline Running Watts
- 1850W
- Gasoline Starting Amps at 120V
- 20.8A
- Gasoline Running Amps at 120V
- 15.4A
- Volts
- 120
- Frequency
- 60Hz
- AC Receptacles
- (1) 120V 20A Duplex (5-20R), Parallel
- DC Operation
- Yes
- DC Receptacles
- (1) 12V 8A Automotive (Regulated)
- GFCI Receptacles
- No
- Covered Receptacles
- Yes
- Gasoline Run Time at 1/4 Load
- 11.5 h.
- Noise Level
- 53 dB(A)
- Inverter
- Enclosed
- Parallel Capability
- Yes
- Voltmeter
- Intelligauge with Power Meter
- Battery
- No
- Start Type
- Recoil
- Engine Brand
- Champion
- Engine Size
- 79cc
- Engine Type
- 4-stroke
- Engine Speed
- Variable
- Fuel Type
- Gasoline
- Fuel Gauge
- No
- Gasoline Capacity
- 1.05 gal.
- Gasoline Tank Material
- Plastic
- Engine Oil Type
- 10W-30
- Engine Oil Capacity
- 0.5 qt.
- Engine Oil Included
- Yes
- Low Oil Shut-Off
- Yes
- Wheels
- No
- PGMA Compliant
- G300-2023
- EPA Certified
- Yes
Measurements
- Length
- 17.3 in.
- Width
- 11.5 in.
- Height
- 17.7 in.
- Weight
- 37.7 lb.
Best-fit uses
- Camping and tailgating
- Electronics and small appliances
- Light emergency power
Standout features
- Clean inverter power
- ParaLINK®
- Recoil start
- Parallel capable
- 3 Year Warranty
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