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Hobart Champion 145 Arc Welder/Generator Package with 305CC Briggs & Stratton Gas Engine, Wheel Kit and Cable Set — 145 Amp DC Output, 4500 Watt AC Power

Item# 81625
Hobart Champion 145 Arc Welder/Generator Package with 305CC Briggs & Stratton Gas Engine, Wheel Kit and Cable Set — 145 Amp DC Output, 4500 Watt AC Power

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Hobart Champion 145 Arc Welder/Generator Package with 305CC Briggs & Stratton Gas Engine, Wheel Kit and Cable Set — 145 Amp DC Output, 4500 Watt AC Power

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  • Generator produces 4,500 Watt surge power; 4,000 Watts continuous power
  • Briggs & Stratton® 305cc, 10 HP 4-cycle OHV engine
  • 40–145 Amp DC weld output for excellent stick welding performance
  • 6.25 gal. gas tank provides vastly superior run times
  • 6-50R 20 Amp, 240V AC outlet and four 20 Amp, 120V AC GFCI outlets provide ample auxiliary power

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Product Summary

The Hobart® Champion™ 145 Arc Welder/Generator Package is an ideal choice for maintenance and repair projects. It easily handles 5/32in. electrodes to weld steel, stainless steel and cast iron up to 1/4in. thick. The welder comes bundled with a 4-ga. cable set that includes a 15ft., 300 Amp ground cable and 20ft., 200 Amp electrode cable, so it's ready to put to work. 30% duty cycle @ 130 Amps, 25V. It includes a 6-50R 20 Amp, 240V AC outlet and four 20 Amp, 120V AC GFCI outlets, providing ample auxiliary power for equipment and accessories or emergency backup power. Hobart 5/3/1 limited warranty. U.S.A.

What's Included

  • (1) Welder/generator
  • (1) Running gear
  • (1) 15ft. ground cable with 300 Amp ground clamp
  • (1) 20ft. electrode cable assembly with 200 Amp electrode holder

Features + Benefits

    Welder/Generator Features
  • Generator produces 4,500 Watt surge power; 4,000 Watts continuous power
  • Briggs & Stratton® 305cc, 10 HP 4-cycle OHV engine
  • 40–145 Amp DC weld output for excellent stick welding performance
  • 6.25 gal. gas tank provides vastly superior run times
  • 6-50R 20 Amp, 240V AC outlet and four 20 Amp, 120V AC GFCI outlets provide ample auxiliary power
  • All outlets have protective covers to keep moisture, dust and grime out
  • Includes running gear and durable roll bar frame for added protection
  • Large pancake-style muffler for quiet operation
  • Sight fuel gauge lets you check fuel levels at a glance

    Cable Set Features
  • Includes one 15ft. ground cable with 300 Amp ground clamp, plus one 20ft. electrode cable assembly with 200 Amp electrode holder
  • Heavy 4-gauge cable on both for durability and dependability
  • Both cables include 1/2in. eyelet lugs crimped on

Key Specs

AttributeSpecification

item#

81625

Brand

Hobart

Manufacturer's Warranty

1 year Limited Warranty

Ship Weight

275.0 LB

Max. Weld Thickness

0.25 in
AttributeSpecification

Duty Cycle

30% at 130A

Weldable Materials

Steel, stainless steel, cast iron

Min. Amps

40

Clamp Cable Length

15 ft

Electrode Cable Length

20 ft

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Questions & Answers

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  1. Can this welder burn 1/8 electrorods of 7018

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    1. The welder/generator will not work with 1/8" rod. It will work with 7018 5/32" rod.

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  2. can you tig w/ this machine?

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    1. You would not be able to TIG weld with this welder. It is for stick welding only.

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  3. The description contradicts itself, in 2 places it says weld cable are included but spec sheet says sold separately. So are weld cables included?

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    1. The cable set listed is included with this machine.

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Warranty

Manufacturer's Warranty

1 year Limited Warranty

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