- Wattage (Gas): 6,250 W / 5,000 W
- THD: < 20%
- Noise Level: 74 dBA
- Fuel Type: Gasoline
- RV Ready: No
- Run Time@ 25% load: Unspecified
- Run Time@ 50% load: 9 h
- Weight: 152.1 lbs
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Description
A Champion 4-stroke V-Twin engine with 292 cc powers the Champion 100812. It gives out 120/240V, runs on gasoline, and has a running wattage of 5,000W and a peak wattage of 6,250W. The generator has a noise level of 74 dBA, which is just a little louder than a shower. It is started with a simple pull-start mechanism. With 5.7 gallons of fuel, the 100812 can run for about 9 hours at 0.5 load on a full tank (fuel consumption is approximately 0.63 GPH). Since the 100812 has a THD of about 20%, it shouldn’t be used to power devices that are sensitive to noise.
Outlets
Two 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI duplex outlets and a 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) receptacle are on the control panel.
The 100812 has a twist-lock L14-30R receptacle, which means it is ready for a transfer switch.You can easily connect it to your breaker box to power your home when the power goes out.Features
The 100812 and its control panel have an Intelligauge meter that shows voltage, frequency, and the number of hours the battery will last.
This makes it easier to keep track of its status and activity.From a safety point of view, the product has a circuit breaker for overload protection and an automatic shut-off for low oil, so you can use it without worry.Volt GuardTM, which is built into Champion, protects your equipment and appliances from voltage spikes.The Champion 100812 comes with oil and a funnel, as well as a classic set of instructions and an owner’s manual to get you up and running quickly.Mobility
With dimensions of L30.1 x W25.7 x H25.2 in, the Champion 100812 is a traditional, open-frame generator that is stable and can be raised above ground level.
This type of design is great for tough environments and heavy outdoor use.Even though the generator is technically considered to “be portable,” it will be very hard to move it by hand because it weighs 152.1 pounds (in the sense that it is movable).But its wheel kit (dia:8) makes up for the fact that it is hard to move around “) and a folding handle that makes it easy to move once it’s on the ground.Product Videos
We could find any videos of the product at the time of writing. Please search YouTube for any update.
The following charts show how some of the most important features of the Champion-100812 compare to other generators with the same power output.
**Fuel efficiency is give in relative percentage, 0 being the lowest and 1 being the highest value. Please see below specification table for actual value.
Specifications
Generic
| Inverter | No |
| Fuel efficiency | 0.221 gal/kWh |
| Parallel capable | No |
| RV ready | No |
| Fuel | Gasoline |
| Engine | 292 cc Champion 4-stroke V-Twin |
| Starting system | Recoil |
| Voltage | AC: 120/240V 60 Hz |
Power
| Gasoline | Propane | |
| Running watts | 5,000 W | n/a |
| Starting watts | 6,250 W | n/a |
| Running amps (@120/240V) | 41.7/20.8 amps | n/a |
| Peak amps (@120/240V) | 52.1/26 amps | n/a |
| Run time @50% load | 9 h | n/a |
| Run time @25% load | Unspecified | n/a |
Control Panel
| GFCI outlets | Yes |
| Covered outlets | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulator | Yes |
| AC outlets | 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) |
| DC outlets | No |
| Data center | VFT |
| Indicators | No |
| Fuel tank | Steel, 5.7 gal |
| Fuel gauge | No |
Mixed
| Weight | 152.1 lbs |
| Approx. dimen. (L x W x H) | 30.1 x 25.7 x 25.2 in |
| Noise (lower limit) | 74 dBA |
| THD | < 20% |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA |
| Security | Low oil, overload and Volt Guard™ surge protection |
| Spark arrestor | Yes |
| Accessories included | Oil, funnel, and wheel kit |
| Warranty | 3 years |
- We compared more than 500 portable generators at 50% load. We found that there is “skewed right” distribution for the difference between 50% load and 25% load and the median comes at 1.43. With this number we converter all the 25% load runtime to 50% load. Same with the propane efficiency, where median is 1.38.
- For some generators where propane runtime was not given, we used NIST 1994 GGE (Gasoline Gallon Equivalent) formula: 5.66 lbs. of propane = 1 gal of gasoline. All propane runtime is for 20 lbs. propane tank (4.7 gallons).
- Unlike many other sites, we actually tried to find out information about each of the above requirements. However, we are human and are therefore capable of the odd oversight or mistake. Please let us know if you spot any missing or erroneous values so that we can fix them.
About the Manufacturer
A US-based producer of power equipment, Champion Power Equipment was established in 2003.
The comparatively tiny business has established a name for itself in the portable generator market as well as the larger power equipment market, with a concentration on heavy duty machinery like log cutters, snow blowers, chipper shredders, etc.Their whole product line is American-engineered.The corporation does not, however, disclose the country of origin of its parts.Warranty Information
There is a warranty on the Champion 100812 for up to 3 years.
This warranty may not cover all parts of the generator or may only cover certain parts.Champion’s warranty policies can tell you more about how long the warranty on a Champion generator lasts.You can also call their customer service line at 1-877-338-0999.