Champion 200990 4500 Watt Inverter Generator – a new portable generator in a popular size

4.5 kW inverter generators have become the go-to generator for RV campers and tailgaters alike.  They provide sufficient power to run most small electronics while keeping their size and weight to a minimum.  While models like the Cummins P4500i and Briggs & Stratton P4500 have been around for a season or two, the new Champion 200990 4,500 watt inverter generator brings features and an affordable price to the market place.

Champion 200990 Overview

The new 200990 generator can provide 4,500 watts peak and 3,500 watts running power.  The inverter generator provides ultra clean power (<3% THD) for sensitive electronics.  Engineered sound isolation panels provide a quite running environment (~61 dB) while the remote control start allows the users to start the unit from up to 8 feet away.

The Champion 200990 features a 2.3 gallon unleaded gasoline tank.  This fuel source provides up to 14 hours of run time at 25% load. Champion specifically designed this generator for RV campers, tail gators, and occasional residential users in mind.  The multitude of electrical connection options on the 200990 allows it to accept standard AC plugs (NEMA 5-20R), travel trailer plugs (NEMA TT-30R), and 12V DC plug-ins (automotive style).

The Champion 200990 is ready to parallel with a second unit, allowing it to provide 9,000 watts (9 kW) peak and 7,000 watts (7 kW) running.  Running the units together requires a parallel kit to synchronize the motors of the generators. The Champion 200990 generator is CARB and EPA certified so it is ready to ship and run across the USA, including California.

Uses for Champion 200990:

• Recreational vehicle (RV) camping – this generator can be used to power your RV or travel trailer while parked at a campsite. The motor is powerful enough to run many camper’s A/C unit and the remote control allows it to be started from inside the vehicle.
• Tent camping – Who wants to camp in the dark? The Champion 20090 can be used to recharge cell phones & other devices, run LED lights around camp, and run electric cooking appliances.  It’s easy carry handle and relatively lightweight allows it to be transported in an SUV or pickup truck.
• Tail gating – The Champion 4.5 kW generator is perfect for running speakers, a TV, or an electric grill while tailgating before a sporting event. The quiet operation won’t annoy your fellow tailgaters or interrupt conversations.
• Emergency power source during an outage – worried about power outages due to hurricanes or PG&E shutoffs? The Champion 4500 can power your essential appliances like refrigerators or interior lighting for extended periods of time.  If you own a larger home or have multiple A/C units, paralleling two units can provide up to 9 kW of starting power.  Read our article on using your portable generator to power your home during an outage to learn more.

Champion 20090 features: 

• Wireless remote start – the included key fob allows the user to wirelessly start the generator from up to 80 feet away. This feature is particularly useful for RV campers when power is needed while inside the camper.
• Quite run capability – effective sound dampening panels and a motor that only runs at full speed under heavy load translate into a noise rating of 61 dB at 20 feet (about as loud as a normal conversation).
• Easy transport – the integrated transportation handle allows a single user to move the generator with its two wheels. The handle stows cleanly into the body of the generator when not in use.
• Extended run time – the highly efficient 212cc motor and 2.3 gallon gas tank translate into run times up to 14 hours at 25%. The generator’s inverter setup allows the unit to match engine speed as power requirements change – increasing fuel efficiency.
• Parallel capability – this generator can be paired with other Champion generators for a coordinated output through an optional paralleling kit.
• Digital control panel – The 200990 generator comes with the Intelligauge digital control panel, which enables the user to easy monitor voltage, frequency, and operating hours.
• 3-year limited warranty – Champion’s talented customer service team provided a three year warranty on the equipment and a life time of free customer support.

Overview of Champion 200990 Control and Output Panel