Portable Generator Selector · Guides
Champion 201505 5500W Dual Fuel: what it can run during an outage
Sizing uses the same rule as the selector: sum running watts, add the single largest startup surge, then apply 20% headroom.
Specifications
- Gasoline: 5,500 running / 6,875 starting watts
- Propane: 5,000 running / 6,250 starting watts
- Fuel: gasoline + propane
- Voltage: 120/240V · Outlets: 5-20R, L14-30R
- Runtime: about 11 h at 50% load (manufacturer figure)
- Noise: 74 dB (manufacturer figure)
- Weight: 170 lb
- Approximate price: $799
- Specs audited: 2026-08-13 · manufacturer source
Where to buy: Manufacturer page
Household bundles this unit covers
| Bundle | Required running / starting | Fits on gasoline |
|---|---|---|
| Generators that can run a refrigerator and a freezer | 1,824 W / 3,624 W | Yes |
| Generators sized for a sump pump plus refrigerator | 2,040 W / 3,840 W | Yes |
| Generators for a gas-furnace blower in winter | 1,824 W / 3,624 W | Yes |
| Generators that can start a well pump | 2,280 W / 4,680 W | Yes |
| Generators for a window air conditioner in summer | 2,520 W / 5,400 W | Yes |
| Portable generators with a 30A RV outlet (TT-30R) | 1,620 W / 1,620 W | No |
| Quiet inverter generators for essentials | 1,104 W / 2,904 W | Yes |
| Dual-fuel (gasoline + propane) generators under $1,000 | 1,080 W / 2,880 W | Yes |
| Indoor-safe battery power stations for essentials | 1,104 W / 2,904 W | No |
Specifications are copied from manufacturer product pages or official operator manuals; prices are approximate retail ballparks for ranking only, not live quotes. Verify appliance starting requirements and manufacturer data before purchase. Audit dates are listed per model.