Champion 7500W Dual Fuel with CO Shield (201281) vs Predator 9000 (59206)
The Champion 7500W Dual Fuel with CO Shield (201281) is the more powerful unit: 7,500 running watts against 7,250 — about 3% more capacity for the Champion 7500W Dual Fuel with CO Shield (201281). The Champion 7500W Dual Fuel with CO Shield (201281) offers more fuel flexibility (gasoline, propane) where the Predator 9000 (59206) runs on gasoline. The Predator 9000 (59206) runs longer at half load — 13 hours on its 8-gallon tank vs 10 hours.
| Champion 7500W Dual Fuel with CO Shield (201281) | Predator 9000 (59206) | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | portable | portable |
| Fuel | gasoline, propane | gasoline |
| Running watts (gas / LP for standby) | 7500 W | 7250 W |
| Starting watts (gas) | 9375 W | 9000 W |
| Running watts (propane) | 6750 W | — |
| Starting watts (propane) | 8400 W | — |
| Noise level | 74 dBA | — |
| Runtime at 50% load (gas) | 10 h | 13 h |
| Fuel tank | 7.7 gal | 8 gal |
| Output voltage | 120/240V | 120/240V |
| Outlets | 2x GFCI 5-20R duplex, L5-30R, L14-30R | 4x GFCI 5-20R duplex, L14-30R, L5-30R, 12V DC |
| Start type | electric | electric |
| CO safety shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| Engine displacement | 439 cc | 420 cc |
| Weight | 205 lb | 195 lb |
Frequently asked questions
Which is more powerful, the Champion 7500W Dual Fuel with CO Shield (201281) or the Predator 9000 (59206)?
The Champion 7500W Dual Fuel with CO Shield (201281), at 7,500 running watts on its best fuel versus 7,250 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 9000 (59206)?
Estimated fuel for 24 hours at about 50% load: $59 on gasoline for the Champion 7500W Dual Fuel with CO Shield (201281) vs $47 on gasoline for the Predator 9000 (59206), 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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