Champion 3800W Dual Fuel (201052) vs Champion 3800W Dual Fuel CARB (201393)
Both units carry the same best-fuel running rating: 3,800 W.
| Champion 3800W Dual Fuel (201052) | Champion 3800W Dual Fuel CARB (201393) | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | portable | portable |
| Fuel | gasoline, propane | gasoline, propane |
| Running watts (gas / LP for standby) | 3800 W | 3800 W |
| Starting watts (gas) | 4750 W | 4750 W |
| Running watts (propane) | 3420 W | 3420 W |
| Starting watts (propane) | 4275 W | 4275 W |
| Noise level | 68 dBA | 68 dBA |
| Runtime at 50% load (gas) | 14 h | 14 h |
| Fuel tank | 4.7 gal | 4.7 gal |
| Output voltage | 120V | 120V |
| Start type | electric | electric |
| CARB compliant | — | Yes |
| Engine displacement | 224 cc | 224 cc |
| Weight | — | 133 lb |
| Warranty | — | 3 yr |
Frequently asked questions
Which costs less to run, the Champion 3800W Dual Fuel (201052) or the Champion 3800W Dual Fuel CARB (201393)?
Estimated fuel for 24 hours at about 50% load: $26 on gasoline for the Champion 3800W Dual Fuel (201052) vs $26 on gasoline for the Champion 3800W Dual Fuel CARB (201393), at national average prices. These are spec-sheet-derived estimates — the assumptions are on the methodology page, and different fuels make this a cost comparison, not an efficiency ranking.
Where do these specifications come from?
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