A small, cheap dual-fuel generator for running a fridge, sump pump and lights through a 30 A transfer switch, if you can live without CO shutoff.
Amazon $464.99
A low-cost gas generator sized for a 30 A RV or a few essentials in an outage. Best for campers who want the RV outlets and CO shutoff for the least money.
- 3,650 / 4,550 WRunning / starting
- GasolineFuel
- 14 hr at 50% loadRun time
- 120 V only (L5-30)Transfer switch
- 103 lbWeight
- $0.13Price / W
Price checked October 28, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
- Starts and runs a 15,000 BTU RV air conditioner, per Champion
- Both TT-30R and L5-30R outlets plug straight into a 30 A RV
- Shuts itself off if carbon monoxide builds up nearby
- Runs up to 14 hours on a tank at half load
- Gasoline only, no propane option
- Pull start only, no electric start
- No wheels, so it has to be carried at over 100 lb
- 120 V only, so it can’t feed a 240 V transfer switch
The Champion 3650-Watt family
Every Champion 3650-Watt model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own size.
| Model | Running / starting | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Champion 3650-Watt RV Ready (this one) | 3,650 / 4,550 W | 3.7/5 | $469.99 |
| Champion 3650-Watt Dual Fuel | 3,650 / 4,550 W | 4.1/5 | $599.99 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 7 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its size. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | 201501 |
|---|---|
| Output | |
| Gasoline | 3,650 W running, 4,550 W starting |
| Outlets | 2 × 120 V, TT-30 (RV), L5-30 |
| Transfer switch ready | 120 V only (L5-30) |
| Full power at 120 V | No |
| Price per watt | $0.13 |
| Fuel and run time | |
| Fuel | Gasoline |
| Tank | 4.7 gal |
| Run time (gasoline) | 14 hr at 50% load |
| Engine | 224 cc |
| Noise and safety | |
| Rated noise | 68 dBA |
| CO shutoff | Yes |
| CARB compliant | No |
| Build | |
| Starting | Recoil (pull) |
| Wheels | No |
| Dimensions | 23.2 x 18.3 x 20 in |
| Weight | 103 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years |
| Released | 2024-11 |
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