Champion ADVANTAGE Series Two Stage Simplex Piston Air Compressor

Who the Champion Advantage Series is for

The Advantage Series is Champion's R-Series two stage pump sold as a finished package: tank, motor, mounted control panel, low oil shutdown, electric timed drain, isolator pads and in most sizes an air cooled aftercooler, all assembled, tested and shipped freight prepaid. Buy it when you want a 175 PSI cast iron shop compressor that is ready to wire and run the day it arrives, rather than specifying every option on the configurable R-Series vertical simplex or horizontal simplex. Typical buyers are auto repair and tire shops, body shops, fleet garages, fabrication shops and schools that run impact tools, sanders, lifts and a paint booth.

Picking the model

The 5 HP VR5-8 makes 17 CFM at 175 PSI on an 80 gallon vertical tank and is the only Advantage model offered in 230 V single phase, 208 V three phase and 230 V three phase, with or without aftercooler. The 7.5 HP VR7F-8 makes 22.3 CFM on the same tank, with the aftercooler standard, in 208 or 230 V single phase and 208 or 230 V three phase. The 10 HP makes 33.8 CFM on a 120 gallon tank, vertical (VR10-12) or horizontal (HR10-12), three phase only. The 15 HP HR15-12 (54.1 CFM) and 25 HP HR25-12 (90.7 CFM) are horizontal 120 gallon three phase units with dual control head unloaders standard, which lets them run continuously on a large shop header. Add up your tools at 90 PSI, allow for a dryer, and buy the next size up; a two stage piston should rest about half the time.

Power, installation and what to add

Single phase 5 and 7.5 HP motors draw heavily on start, so plan a dedicated circuit sized from the motor nameplate with your electrician; three phase units draw roughly half the amps at 230 V and a quarter at 460 V. Anchor the tank to the slab on the supplied isolators (the 80 gallon vertical bolt pattern is 8.5 inch square), connect the discharge with a flexible connector, and leave room to pull the belt guard and service the pump. Get the aftercooler on the 5 HP if you paint or feed a dryer; it drops most of the water before the tank. Pair any Advantage unit with a refrigerated air dryer rated for its CFM and a filter regulator at the drops. Browse related units by size: 5 HP, 7.5 HP, 10 HP, 15 HP and 25 HP, or see all 175 PSI air compressors, the Champion RV Series and the R-Series duplex.

Manufacturer description

FREE FREIGHT ON ALL ADVANTAGE SERIES

Fully-Equipped Packages

A Winning Combination

Champion compressors are proven units, known for their reliability over decades of use. We know our products and understand how they operate in many different operating environments. No matter the application, Champion gets the job done.

The Advantage Program features fully-equipped compressor packages that are available for immediate shipment.

We Provide the Total Package

Premium accessories for your Oil Lubricated Reciprocating (Piston) Air Compressors Advantage Series - Champion Pneumatics by Champion Pneumatics on a superior performing compressor, saves you time and protects your investment.

NOTE: Bolt pattern for anchoring the 7.5 HP 80 gallon tank to concrete is 8.5" square.

Advantage Series Specifications by Model

Every Advantage Simplex package is a two-stage, splash-lubricated R-Series pump on an ASME-coded receiver with a mounted NEMA 1 Level 2 control panel (hour meter and Test-Off-Auto switch), low-oil stop control, electric tank drain, vibration isolators, 1800 RPM motor and start/stop pressure switch control. Maximum working pressure is 175 PSIG. 15 HP and 25 HP models add dual control (head unloaders) as standard. All models are California Code compliant.

Specifications from the Champion Reciprocating Compressor Price Book, effective August 15, 2026. Freight is prepaid by Champion on all Advantage units. Advantage packages are fixed configurations; for other tank sizes, voltages or options see the Champion R-Series.

Advantage Standard Features

for Oil Lubricated Reciprocating (Piston) Air Compressors Advantage Series - Champion Pneumatics

• Heavy Duty Two-Stage, Splash-Lubricated Air Compressor Pump(s)
• Multi-Finned Cylinders and Head
• Integral Cylinder Head
• Intercoolers for Cooling Between Stages
• Reliable High Flow Disc Valves
• Tapered Roller Main Bearings
• Balanced Crankshaft
• Oil-Level Site Glass
• Centrifugal Unloader for Loadless Starting
• 0 to 300 PSIG Air Pressure Gauge
• Factory Fill with ChampLub Lubricants
• Vertical or Horizontal Configurations
• ASME Code Air Receiver
  • Pressure Relief Valve
  • Service Valve
  • Drain Valve
  • Pressure Gauge
• Oversized Inlet Filter
• Mounted Control Panel
• Electric Timed Drain
• Air-Cooled Aftercooler (select models)
• Vibration Isolators
• Low-Oil Stop Control

The Advantage Series Includes Everything You Need

Vibration Isolator Pads

Isolates the compressor unit from the foundation or floor. Reduces noise and protects the unit from out-of-level floor situation that could cause vibration and damage.

Air-Cooled
Aftercooler

The factory mounted, heavy duty, air-cooled aftercooler effectively
removes up to 65% of the moisture from discharged compressed air.

Control Panel

Provides thermal overload protection, and transformer provides reliable low voltage
output to the auxiliary
components. May be mounted or unmounted.

Automatic
Tank Drain

An adjustable electric timed drain automatically discharges moisture from the receiver.

Low-Oil
Stop Control

Low-oil stop control shuts down the unit when oil levels are
below an adequate level. Prevents the unit from restarting until oil level has been restored.

Convenience & Peace of Mind

Oil Lubricated Reciprocating (Piston) Air Compressors Advantage Series - Champion Pneumatics

Standard Warranty

The standard warranty covers parts and labor on the package components for one year and three years on the compressor pump.

The Champion philosophy ensures long-lasting, reliable equipment. Our warranty program demonstrates our confidence in our products. Each new Champion assembled unit has a 3 year warranty on the compressor pump against defects in materials of workmanship under normal use and service.

* See standard warranty form BU-32 for complete standard warranty details.

Premium Extended Warranty

Purchase a Premium Warranty Kit at the same time as your new Champion
compressor package to receive extended warranty protection. This offer
will double the coverage with an additional 3 years of warranty on the
compressor pump (parts & labor) providing 6 YEARS of worry free
coverage. The Premium Extended Warranty also provides an extra
12 months coverage on the package for a total of 24 months. See
Premium Warranty form BU-28 for complete extended warranty details.

• Premium Warranty kit has all necessary service items (oil & filters) for 6 years of annual maintenance.
• Duplex machines require two kits, one for each pump.
• The use of approved Champion lubricants are required to maintain the extended warranty period.