Champion 3400W Dual Fuel Inverter (100263) vs Honda EU3200i
The Champion 3400W Dual Fuel Inverter (100263) is the more powerful unit: 3,100 running watts against 2,600 — about 16% more capacity for the Champion 3400W Dual Fuel Inverter (100263). The Honda EU3200i is the quieter of the two (54 dBA vs 59 dBA — though manufacturers measure noise at different loads and distances). The Champion 3400W Dual Fuel Inverter (100263) offers more fuel flexibility (gasoline, propane) where the Honda EU3200i runs on gasoline.
| Champion 3400W Dual Fuel Inverter (100263) | Honda EU3200i | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | inverter | inverter |
| Fuel | gasoline, propane | gasoline |
| Running watts (gas / LP for standby) | 3100 W | 2600 W |
| Starting watts (gas) | 3400 W | 3200 W |
| Running watts (propane) | 2790 W | — |
| Starting watts (propane) | 3060 W | — |
| Noise level | 59 dBA | 54 dBA |
| Runtime at 25% load (gas) | 7.5 h | 8.6 h |
| Fuel tank | 1.6 gal | 1.2 gal |
| Output voltage | 120V | 120V |
| Outlets | TT-30R, 2x 5-20R, 12V DC | — |
| Start type | electric | recoil |
| CO safety shutoff | — | Yes |
| Parallel capable | Yes | Yes |
| Engine | — | Honda GX130 |
| Engine displacement | 192 cc | 130 cc |
| Weight | 95.7 lb | 59.1 lb |
| Warranty | — | 3 yr |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Champion 3400W Dual Fuel Inverter (100263) or the Honda EU3200i?
The Champion 3400W Dual Fuel Inverter (100263), at 3,100 running watts on its best fuel versus 2,600 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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