Champion 4000W DH Open-Frame Inverter (100302) vs Predator 5000 Dual Fuel Super Quiet Inverter (71367)
The Predator 5000 Dual Fuel Super Quiet Inverter (71367) is the more powerful unit: 3,900 running watts against 3,500 — about 10% more capacity for the Predator 5000 Dual Fuel Super Quiet Inverter (71367). The Predator 5000 Dual Fuel Super Quiet Inverter (71367) is the quieter of the two (61.7 dBA vs 64 dBA — though manufacturers measure noise at different loads and distances). The Predator 5000 Dual Fuel Super Quiet Inverter (71367) offers more fuel flexibility (gasoline, propane) where the Champion 4000W DH Open-Frame Inverter (100302) runs on gasoline.
| Champion 4000W DH Open-Frame Inverter (100302) | Predator 5000 Dual Fuel Super Quiet Inverter (71367) | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | inverter | inverter |
| Fuel | gasoline | gasoline, propane |
| Running watts (gas / LP for standby) | 3500 W | 3900 W |
| Starting watts (gas) | 4000 W | 5000 W |
| Running watts (propane) | — | 3600 W |
| Noise level | 64 dBA | 61.7 dBA |
| Runtime at 25% load (gas) | 17 h | 18.2 h |
| Fuel tank | 2.9 gal | — |
| Output voltage | 120V | — |
| Start type | recoil | remote electric |
| CO safety shutoff | — | Yes |
| Parallel capable | — | Yes |
| Engine displacement | 224 cc | 224 cc |
| Weight | 81.5 lb | 110 lb |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Champion 4000W DH Open-Frame Inverter (100302) or the Predator 5000 Dual Fuel Super Quiet Inverter (71367)?
The Predator 5000 Dual Fuel Super Quiet Inverter (71367), at 3,900 running watts on its best fuel versus 3,500 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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