Champion 3500W Dual Fuel (201213) vs Champion 3800W Dual Fuel CARB (201393)
The Champion 3800W Dual Fuel CARB (201393) is the more powerful unit: 3,800 running watts against 3,500 — about 8% more capacity for the Champion 3800W Dual Fuel CARB (201393).
| Champion 3500W Dual Fuel (201213) | Champion 3800W Dual Fuel CARB (201393) | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | portable | portable |
| Fuel | gasoline, propane | gasoline, propane |
| Running watts (gas / LP for standby) | 3500 W | 3800 W |
| Starting watts (gas) | 4000 W | 4750 W |
| Running watts (propane) | 3150 W | 3420 W |
| Starting watts (propane) | 3600 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 | recoil | electric |
| CARB compliant | — | Yes |
| Engine displacement | 224 cc | 224 cc |
| Weight | 108 lb | 133 lb |
| Warranty | — | 3 yr |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Champion 3500W Dual Fuel (201213) or the Champion 3800W Dual Fuel CARB (201393)?
The Champion 3800W Dual Fuel CARB (201393), at 3,800 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.
Which costs less to run, the Champion 3500W Dual Fuel (201213) or the Champion 3800W Dual Fuel CARB (201393)?
Estimated fuel for 24 hours at about 50% load: $26 on gasoline for the Champion 3500W Dual Fuel (201213) 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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