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Champion · Portable generator

201602

6,250 starting watts and 5,000 running watts with gasoline, propane, natural gas operation · 12 h. · 74 dB(A).

5,000W running6,250W starting74 dB(A)Gasoline + Propane + Natural Gas
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Champion 5000W Electric Start Tri Fuel Generator
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The important numbers, at a glance.

01 · Output by fuel

Up to 6,250 starting watts

Gasoline5,000W running

6,250W starting

Propane4,500W running

5,625W starting

Natural Gas4,050W running

5,075W starting

02 · Runtime & operation

Manufacturer runtime

12 h.

Operating volume

74 dB(A)

Energy source

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

7.7 gal. fuel capacity

03 · Size & ownership

152 lb.

Unit weight

28.1 in. × 27.1 in. × 25 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

Connection details are included in the full specification table below.

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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 Operates on natural gas, propane, or gasoline, with hoses included for natural gas (25 ft.) and propane (6.6 ft.) so it’s ready to run on any fuel right out of the box. Electric Start Power up the 292cc Champion engine with the handy push-button electric start (battery included). Powerful Gasoline: 6250 starting watts and 5000 running watts, propane: 5625 starting watts and 4500 running watts, natural gas: 5075 starting watts and 4050 running watts. RV Ready A dedicated TT-30R outlet delivers 20.8 amps, giving RV owners dependable power for cooling, charging, daily onboard demands, and everyday campsite loads. Champion Support Backed by a 3 yr. limited warranty, FREE lifetime technical support from dedicated experts, and access to a network of service centers across the country. Description Champions 5000-Watt Electric Start Tri Fuel RV Ready Portable Generator with CO Shield® is your dependable power source for home essentials backup, camping, and events. · The Champion 292cc OHV engine delivers 6250 starting watts and 5000 running watts for up to 12 hours at 50% load on gasoline. On propane, you’ll get 5625 starting watts and 4500 running watts with a 20 lb. tan

Specifications

Portable Generator Technology
Tri Fuel, CO Shield®
Gasoline Starting Watts
6250W
Gasoline Running Watts
5000W
Propane Starting Watts
5625W
Propane Running Watts
4500W
Natural Gas Starting Watts
5075W
Natural Gas Running Watts
4050W
Gasoline Starting Amps at 120V
52.1A
Gasoline Starting Amps at 240V
26A
Gasoline Running Amps at 120V
41.7A
Gasoline Running Amps at 240V
20.8A
Propane Starting Amps at 120V
46.9A
Propane Starting Amps at 240V
23.4A
Propane Running Amps at 120V
37.5A
Propane Running Amps at 240V
18.8A
Natural Gas Starting Amps at 120V
42.3A
Natural Gas Starting Amps at 240V
21.1A
Natural Gas Running Amps at 120V
33.8A
Natural Gas Running Amps at 240V
16.9A
Volts
120/240
Frequency
60Hz
AC Receptacles
(1) 120V 20A GFCI duplex (5-20R) , (1) 120V 20.8A RV (TT-30R), (1) 120/240V 20.8 (14-30R)
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
292cc
Engine Type
4-stroke
Engine Speed
3600
Fuel Type
Gasoline, Propane (LPG), Natural Gas (NG)
Fuel Gauge
Mechanical
Gasoline Capacity
7.7 gal.
Gasoline Tank Material
Steel
Engine Oil Type
10W-30
Engine Oil Capacity
0.7 qt.
Engine Oil Included
Yes
Low Oil Shut-Off
Yes
Wheels
Yes
Wheel Type
Solid
Wheel Diameter
8 in.
PGMA Compliant
G300-2023
EPA Certified
Yes

Measurements

Length
28.1 in.
Width
27.1 in.
Height
25 in.
Weight
152 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