Hobart Champion Elite 260 Arc Welder/Generator with 23 HP Kohler Gas Engine and Electric Start — 40–260 Amp DC Output, 11,000 Watt AC Power, Model# 500577

Price:

US $1,165.12

Brand:

Hobart

Condition:

New

Availability:

In Stock

Shipping:

Calculated at checkout

Product Description

Features + Benefits

Versatile 2-in-1 unit with generator/welder capabilities
41in.L x 20in.W x 28in.H unit is just under 3 1/2ft. long and weighs less than most competitive units
Portable, engine-driven solution with 23 HP Kohler twin cylinder, 4-cycle OHV, industrial air-cooled engine
Delivers up to 11,000 Watts of AC generator power to run tools, worklights or backup power during an outage
9,500 continuous watts power generation
100% duty cycle
40–260 Amp DC output range
Designed for stick welding with quick and easy arc starts
Can weld up to 1/2in. thick steel in a single pass
Delivers up to 15% more power for DC stick welding than a 225 Amp welder/generator
Quick-set amperage control provides easy setup and adjustments to get you welding faster

Auto-idle for increased fuel savings and reduced noise
Heavy-duty construction with fully enclosed engine design, large battery and rugged electrical connections and wiring
Includes built-in digital hour meter to assist you in keeping current on scheduled maintenance
Extra-large 12-gallon fuel capacity for increased runtimes
Low oil pressure shutdown protects the engine
Includes two 50 Amp/240V receptacles and 2 Duplex 120V GFCI protected outlets
Fully enclosed case design reduces noise and provides added weather protection
Sight gauge makes it easy to check fuel levels
"No tools" oil change and standard hour meter help maintain routine scheduled oil servicing
Required welding cables (Item#s 628510 or 628511) sold separately
Optional running gear wheel kit (Item# 42541) sold separately

Key Specs

Item#	98639
Brand	Hobart
Manufacturer's Warranty	1 year Limited Warranty
Ship Weight	490.0 lbs
Product Type	Welder/generator
Rated Watts (kW)	9,500 continuous
Surge Watts (kW)	11,000 peak
Receptacles (qty.)	(2) 50 Amp/240V; (2) Duplex 120V GFCI protected outlet
Circuit Breakers	Yes
Welding Amperage Range	40–260 DC

Weldable Metals	Steel
Weld Thickness (in.)	1/2 steel in single pass
Duty Cycle	100%
Engine	23 HP Kohler twin cylinder, 4-cycle OHV
HP	23
Start Type	Electric
Auto-Idle	Yes
Fuel Capacity (gal.)	12
Dimensions L x W x H (in.)	41 x 20 x 28