Champion 13,500-Watt Electric Start Home Backup Portable Generator with CO Shield®
Champion 201414 13,500 W portable generator — 16,875 W starting / 13,500 W running on gasoline, 79 dB(A) at 23 feet, 739cc, 8 hr at 1/2 load, CO Shield, 338 lb.
Our powerful 13,500-watt generator features CO Shield® carbon monoxide auto shutoff system. The massive 739cc Milwaukee Series V-Twin Engine with battery-included electric start has all the power you need and more for home backup during an outage or your next project.
Specifications
- Output. Gasoline: 16,875 W starting / 13,500 W running.
- Engine. 739cc, Champion Milwaukee Series V-Twin Engine.
- Fuel and run time. 11 gal tank, 8 hours at 1/2 load.
- Sound. 79 dB(A) at 23 feet.
- Starting. Electric.
- Outlets. (1) 120/240V 50A (14-50R); (1) 120/240V 30A Locking (L14-30R); (1) 120V 30A Locking (L5-30R); (2) 120V 20A Duplex GFCI (5-20R).
- CO Shield®. Carbon monoxide auto shutoff — the unit shuts itself down if CO builds up around it.
- Size and weight. 32.7 in. L x 33.7 in. W x 33 in. H, 338 lb.
- Warranty. 3-year limited warranty.
- Emissions. EPA Certified; PGMA Compliant G300-2023.
Note on the 30 A outlet. The 30 A receptacle on this machine is a locking outlet, not the TT-30R an RV cord plugs into. If you are powering a coach you will need an adapter, or a model with a proper RV receptacle — ask and we will point you at one.
Altitude — this matters more than the sticker suggests
Champion's own operator's manual for this machine states that engine power and generator output are reduced by about 3.5% for every 1,000 ft of elevation above sea level. That sentence is in the manual, not on the product page, and it is the number that decides whether this generator does what you bought it for.
- Denver, ~5,280 ft: about 18% off — roughly 11,005 W instead of 13,500 W.
- Colorado Springs, ~6,035 ft: about 21% off — roughly 10,648 W instead of 13,500 W.
- Monument / Palmer Divide, ~7,000 ft: about 24% off — roughly 10,192 W instead of 13,500 W.
- Leadville / high passes, ~9,000 ft: about 32% off — roughly 9,248 W instead of 13,500 W.
It needs a high-altitude jet here, and we can get it. Champion makes a high-altitude carburetor main jet for this model covering 6000-8000 ft. (1829-2438 m) — part 16161-000108, for carburetor code 16100-000090. Colorado Springs is 6,035 ft, so on the Front Range this is not optional if you want the machine to run properly. Champion does not sell these jets on the shelf — the manual tells you to contact their technical support. Buy the generator from us and we will sort the jet out with it, matched to the carburetor code stamped on your actual unit.
One warning worth repeating. Champion is explicit that a high-altitude jet must not be run below its minimum altitude — “Operation using the alternative main jet at elevations lower than the recommended minimum altitude can damage the engine.” If you take the machine back down to sea level, the standard jet goes back in.
Manual. Champion publishes the full operator’s manual for this model, including the high-altitude section quoted above: 201414 operator’s manual (PDF).
Our powerful 13,500-watt generator features CO Shield® carbon monoxide auto shutoff system. The massive 739cc Milwaukee Series V-Twin Engine with battery-included electric start has all the power you need and more for home backup during an outage or your next project.
- Ultra-powerful — At 16,875 starting watts and 13,500 running watts, enjoy up to 8 hours of run time on a full tank of gasoline with a noise level of 79 dBA from 23 feet
- Electric start — Trust the reliable 739cc Milwaukee Series V-Twin Engine with its battery-included, push-button electric start, plus features CO Shield® carbon monoxide auto shutoff system
- Easy Monitoring and Operation — The Intelligauge with Power Meter tracks voltage, hertz, run time and output to monitor performance and help plan maintenance intervals.
- Lift Hook and Easy Transport — Includes a built-in lift hook for safe transport, loading, and unloading, plus 12 in. never-flat tires and a foldaway handle for improved maneuverability and storage.
- Champion Support — Comes with a 3-year limited warranty, FREE lifetime technical support from dedicated experts, and access to a network of service centers across the country.
The Champion Power Equipment 201414 13,500 Portable Generator with CO Shield® is designed with your safety and convenience in mind. Owning this rugged 13,500-watt generator means the next time there’s an outage, the power in your house stays on. For projects, the massive 739cc Milwaukee Series V-Twin engine has what it takes to handle the multiple power tools and large equipment you need to get the job done. You’ll appreciate the handy electric start with included battery, plus Cold Start Technology ensures a quick start in cold weather. The Intelligauge monitors voltage, frequency and operating hours, while the integrated lift hook, foldaway U-shaped handle and 12 in. never flat tires make it easy to load, unload and move your power where you need it. At 16,875 starting watts and 13,500 running watts, this powerful unit has a durable steel frame and can handle it all in an outage – lights, sump pump, refrigerator, modem/router, security system, window AC, furnace blower, fan, TV/DVD, computer, well pump, microwave and will start and run a central AC with a manual transfer switch (not included). Not only that, but the Volt Guard™ built-in surge protector prevents overloads and keeps your equipment safe from spikes in voltage. This powerful generator has better fuel economy, lower emissions, and reduced friction for less wear and longer life thanks to the newly designed Milwaukee-VTwin engine. The engine’s 90-degree V-Twin design results in superior balance and low vibration, plus the fan reduces noise and ensures maximum airflow. All the outlets have covers for protection and include 120V 30A (L5-30R) and 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) locking outlets, a 120/240V 50A outlet (14-50R) and two 120V 20A GFCI-protected household duplex outlets (5-20R). Fill up the 11-gallon tank of gasoline, and enjoy up to 8 hours of power at 50% load. From 23 feet, the noise level is 79 dBA, similar to what you’d hear curbside on a busy street. This unit has a low oil shut-off sensor and includes 1.5 quarts of 5W-30 engine oil so all you’ll need to buy is gasoline. This generator is EPA certified. Buy with confidence - Champion Support and our nationwide network of service centers will back your purchase up with a 3-year limited warranty and FREE lifetime technical support. CO Shield technology monitors the accumulation of carbon monoxide (CO), a poisonous gas produced by engine exhaust when the generator is running. If CO Shield detects unsafe elevated levels of CO gas, it automatically shuts off the engine. CO Shield is not a substitute for an indoor carbon monoxide alarm or for safe operation. DO NOT allow engine exhaust fumes to enter a confined area through windows, doors, vents or other openings. Generators must ALWAYS be used outdoors, far away from occupied buildings with engine exhaust pointed away from people and buildings. Meets the requirements of ANSI/PGMA G300.