Champion 7500W Dual Fuel with CO Shield (201281) vs Predator 13000 Tri-Fuel (71386)
The Predator 13000 Tri-Fuel (71386) is the more powerful unit: 10,000 running watts against 7,500 — about 25% more capacity for the Predator 13000 Tri-Fuel (71386). The Champion 7500W Dual Fuel with CO Shield (201281) is the quieter of the two (74 dBA vs 78.5 dBA — though manufacturers measure noise at different loads and distances). The Predator 13000 Tri-Fuel (71386) offers more fuel flexibility (gasoline, propane, natural gas) where the Champion 7500W Dual Fuel with CO Shield (201281) runs on gasoline and propane. The Predator 13000 Tri-Fuel (71386) runs longer at half load — 12.1 hours on its 10.7-gallon tank vs 10 hours.
| Champion 7500W Dual Fuel with CO Shield (201281) | Predator 13000 Tri-Fuel (71386) | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | portable | portable |
| Fuel | gasoline, propane | gasoline, propane, natural-gas |
| Running watts (gas / LP for standby) | 7500 W | 10000 W |
| Starting watts (gas) | 9375 W | 13000 W |
| Running watts (propane) | 6750 W | 9100 W |
| Starting watts (propane) | 8400 W | 12000 W |
| Running watts (natural gas) | — | 7800 W |
| Starting watts (natural gas) | — | 10000 W |
| Noise level | 74 dBA | 78.5 dBA |
| Runtime at 50% load (gas) | 10 h | 12.1 h |
| Fuel tank | 7.7 gal | 10.7 gal |
| Output voltage | 120/240V | 120/240V |
| Outlets | 2x GFCI 5-20R duplex, L5-30R, L14-30R | 4x GFCI 5-20R duplex, L5-30R, L14-30R, 14-50R |
| Start type | electric | remote electric |
| CO safety shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| Engine displacement | 439 cc | 458 cc |
| Weight | 205 lb | 226 lb |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Champion 7500W Dual Fuel with CO Shield (201281) or the Predator 13000 Tri-Fuel (71386)?
The Predator 13000 Tri-Fuel (71386), at 10,000 running watts on its best fuel versus 7,500 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 7500W Dual Fuel with CO Shield (201281) or the Predator 13000 Tri-Fuel (71386)?
Estimated fuel for 24 hours at about 50% load: $59 on gasoline for the Champion 7500W Dual Fuel with CO Shield (201281) vs $68 on gasoline for the Predator 13000 Tri-Fuel (71386), 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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