Briggs & Stratton PowerProtect 12kW (040666) vs Champion aXis 14kW with 200A ATS (100837)
The Champion aXis 14kW with 200A ATS (100837) is the more powerful unit: 14,000 running watts against 12,000 — about 14% more capacity for the Champion aXis 14kW with 200A ATS (100837). The Champion aXis 14kW with 200A ATS (100837) is the quieter of the two (62 dBA vs 70 dBA — though manufacturers measure noise at different loads and distances). Warranty favors the Champion aXis 14kW with 200A ATS (100837): 10 years vs 6.
| Briggs & Stratton PowerProtect 12kW (040666) | Champion aXis 14kW with 200A ATS (100837) | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | home-standby | home-standby |
| Fuel | natural-gas, propane | natural-gas, propane |
| Running watts (gas / LP for standby) | 12000 W | 14000 W |
| Running watts (propane) | 12000 W | 14000 W |
| Running watts (natural gas) | 10800 W | 12500 W |
| Noise level | 70 dBA | 62 dBA |
| Output voltage | 120/240V | 120/240V |
| Automatic transfer switch included | No | Yes |
| Main-line circuit breaker | 60 A | 65 A |
| Start type | automatic | automatic |
| Engine | Briggs & Stratton Vanguard M38 | Champion Milwaukee Series V-Twin |
| Engine displacement | 623 cc | 754 cc |
| NG use at half load | 117 ft³/h | — |
| Propane use at half load | 1.7 gal/h | — |
| Weight | 361 lb | — |
| Warranty | 6 yr | 10 yr |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Briggs & Stratton PowerProtect 12kW (040666) or the Champion aXis 14kW with 200A ATS (100837)?
The Champion aXis 14kW with 200A ATS (100837), at 14,000 running watts on its best fuel versus 12,000 W. Remember that dual-fuel and natural-gas ratings are lower than gasoline ratings — the comparison table shows the published per-fuel figures.
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