Hobart Welders

Champion® 145

The Champion 145 Welder/Generator offers 4500 surge watts of AC power, making it an excellent choice for emergency backup or for powering hand tools, grinders, lights or battery chargers. The versatile receptacle package features four 20 amp, 120 VAC GFCI receptacles and one 240 VAC (6-50R) receptacle, all with covers. Weighing in at 235 lbs, the Champion 145 includes running gear and has a durable roll bar frame for added protection.

This lightweight and compact welder/generator features a 6.25 gallon gas tank for long run times – weld at 75 amps or use 2500 watts of auxiliary power for 12 ½ hours. The unit provides up to 145 amps of DC welding power, offers exceptionally smooth arc-starting capabilities and can accommodate stick electrodes up to 5/32-inch diameter.

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Summary Features Accessories Specifications

Engine:	Briggs & Stratton Intek™, 10 HP at 3600 RPM 1-cylinder, 4-cycle, overhead-valve, air-cooled 6.25 gallon fuel tank for extended run time
Processes:	DC Stick
Skill Level:	Moderate
Applications:	Maintenance Construction Farm/Ranch Rental Home

• 4,500 watts surge generator power
• 4,000 watts continuous generator power
• 145 amp DC welder for up to 5/32 in diameter DC stick electrodes
• Versatile receptacle package:
  • Four 20-amp 120 VAC GFCI receptacles with heavy-duty cover
  • One 240 VAC (6-50R) receptacles with heavy-duty cover
• Rugged and lightweight - 216 lbs (98 kg)
• Includes running gear
• Large silencer muffler for quieter operation

#770714	Protective Cover Waterproof cover resists stains and mildew, and protects the finish of your welder.
#175353	Lifting Eye Only available through welding distributors.
#193067	No. 4 Stick Cable Set, 20/15 A Consists of 20 ft No. 4 electrode cable with holder, and 15 ft work cable with clamp.
#195195	No. 2 Stick Cable Set, 50 ft Consists of 50 ft No. 2 electrode cable with holder, and 50 ft work cable with clamp. 200 A, 100% duty cycle.

Stock Number		#500555 Champion 145 Recoil Start
Rated Output at 25 VDC		130 A, 25 V at 30% Duty Cycle
Welding Amperage Range		40 - 145 A
Single-Phase Generator Power		4 kVA/kW, 120/240V, 60 Hz
Dimensions		H: 26 1/8 in (664 mm) W: 20 5/8 in (524 mm) D: 31 1/4 in (794 mm)
Net Weight		216 lb (98 kg) 235 lb (107 kg) w/ Running Gear