Champion VR5-8 5 HP 80-Gallon Vertical Air Compressor, 230V 1-Phase #VR5-8
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| Motor | 5 HP, 1-Phase |
| Voltage | 230V 1-Phase, 60 Hz |
| Pump | R15 two-stage, 737 RPM |
| Delivered Air | 17.0 CFM @ 175 PSI |
| Pressure | Up to 175 PSI |
| Tank | 80 gal vertical, ASME |
| Warranty | 36 mo pump / 12 mo package (BU-32) |
Champion VR5-8 — 5HP 80-Gallon Vertical Compressor, 230V 1-Phase
A professional shop on single-phase power shouldn't have to choose between a hobby-grade single-stage and a 10HP unit the panel can't feed. The Champion VR5-8 is the industrial middle for single-phase buildings: 5 horsepower on 230V single-phase, built around Champion's R15 two-stage pump and delivering 17.0 CFM at 175 PSI into an 80-gallon vertical ASME tank.
It's an Advantage Series package, which means the longevity equipment is already on the unit from the factory: a control panel with thermal overload protection, automatic tank drain, low-oil stop control, air-cooled aftercooler, and vibration isolator pads — with the pump factory-filled with Champion ChampLub lubricant. And Champion backs it with a 36-month pump warranty (Form BU-32), with a Premium Extended kit that doubles it to 6 years.
Who the Champion VR5-8 Is Built For
- Single-phase shops — 230V single-phase is this configuration's electrical home (ordering code VR5-8-230/1/60), and a professional two-stage compressor shouldn't run through a converter.
- Small shops and startups with one or two bays — 17.0 CFM at 175 PSI feeds impact tools, tire service equipment, and shop air through a full workday without 10HP money. Champion's own positioning for this model: the workhorse for small shops, without the bulk.
- Shops that need two-stage 175 PSI air — body-shop-grade pressure for air tools that stall out on the single-stage 60-gallon class.
- Shops that need the air without the footprint — the 80-gallon vertical tank stands 75 inches tall in a 35 × 27 in. footprint, conserving the floor space a horizontal tank eats.
- Warranty-minded buyers — Form BU-32 covers the pump for 36 months from startup (42 from shipment), and the Premium Extended Warranty kit doubles it to 6 years — coordinated through Alamo.
What the Champion VR5-8 Is NOT Built For
This configuration is not for three-phase-standard buildings — it is ordered as VR5-8-230/1/60, and a panel without 230V single-phase service needs a different unit (Champion also builds the VR5-8 in 208/3/60, 230/3/60, and 460/3/60 configurations — call us and we'll match your service). It's not for high-demand body-and-paint operations whose CFM math belongs in the 10–15 HP class, and not for hobby shops, where a 60-gallon single-stage is the honest buy.
Important sizing note: confirm 230V single-phase service with an electrician, measure the floor (35 in. × 27 in. footprint, 75 in. tall with service clearance), and tally the shop's continuous CFM demand before purchase. Questions on fit? Call (817) 865-3707 before ordering — we confirm compatibility, not guesses.
What Makes the Champion VR5-8 Different
5 horsepower of two-stage capacity
The R15 two-stage pump at 737 RPM delivers 17.0 CFM at 175 PSI — slow-running, two-stage shop air for a working one- or two-bay shop.
- R15 two-stage, splash-lubricated pump
- 17.0 CFM @ 175 PSI
- 737 RPM pump speed
Advantage Series package standard
Factory-installed control panel with thermal overload protection, automatic tank drain, low-oil stop control, air-cooled aftercooler, and vibration isolator pads — with the pump factory-filled with Champion ChampLub lubricant.
Vertical 80-gallon ASME receiver
The vertical tank conserves floor space — a 35 × 27 in. footprint instead of a horizontal sprawl — while holding the reserve that keeps tools steady when two techs pull air at once.
Best For
- Single-phase professional shops
- 1–2 bay shops and startups
- Two-stage 175 PSI air demand
- Floor-space-constrained shops
Not Ideal For
- Three-phase-standard buildings (other VR5-8 configs exist — call us)
- High-CFM body/paint operations (see the 10–15 HP class)
- Hobbyists (see the 60-gal single-stage class)
The single-phase shop-air class — the Champion VR5-8 and its Atlas neighbors
| Model | Motor | Delivered Air | Power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Champion VR5-8 (this page) | 5 HP | 17.0 CFM @ 175 PSI | 230V 1-Phase |
| Atlas MPAF9P-120H | 7.5 HP | 23 CFM @ 90 / 22 @ 175 | 220V 1-Phase |
| Atlas AF10 Plus 1PH | 10 HP | 37 CFM @ 90 / 35 @ 175 | 1-Phase |
Same single-phase electrical home, different air ladders — the panel and the shop's CFM math decide. The VR5-8 is the professional floor of the class; step up to the 7.5–10HP units only when the air math says so.
Full Specifications - Champion VR5-8
| Motor | 5 horsepower |
| Phase | Single Phase (1-Phase) |
| Voltage | 230V 1-Phase, 60 Hz (ordering code VR5-8-230/1/60) |
| Pump | R15 two-stage, splash-lubricated, 737 RPM |
| Delivered air | 17.0 CFM @ 175 PSI |
| Maximum pressure | 175 PSI |
| Tank | 80-gallon vertical ASME receiver |
| Advantage Series package | Control panel with thermal overload protection, automatic tank drain, low-oil stop control, air-cooled aftercooler, vibration isolator pads |
| Lubrication | Factory filled with Champion ChampLub ISO 100 lubricant |
| Overall dimensions | 35" W × 27" D × 75" H (drawing: 34.87 × 26.71 × 75.00) |
| Shipping weight | 590 lb |
⚠️ Installation Requirements
- Electrical: 230V single-phase, 60 Hz — have an electrician confirm the service, circuit, and breaker sizing before ordering
- Floor: level foundation for the 35 in. × 27 in. footprint (75 in. tall vertical tank), with service clearance on all sides
- Ventilation: locate where the pump gets fresh air — compressors heat a small room fast
- Vibration isolator pads ship with the unit; set the receiver on them per the included manual
- Duty: the R-Series manual specifies an 80%/ON–20%/OFF duty cycle, with continuous run recommended if motor starts exceed 8 per hour
- Plan the air drops before install day — Alamo delivers and installs shop air systems, and we service what we sell
Champion Warranty - Champion VR5-8
Champion backs assembled Advantage Series units with its standard warranty (Form BU-32) — and the VR5-8 can double it: the Premium Extended Warranty kit, purchased with the compressor, extends the pump to 6 years and the package to 24 months. All coordinated through Alamo.
| Component | Coverage Term |
|---|---|
| Compressor pump | 36 months from startup / 42 months from shipment (head valves: first year) |
| Package components | 12 months from startup / 18 months from shipment |
| Premium Extended Warranty (optional kit) | Adds 3 years to the pump (6 years total) and 12 months to the package (24 months total) — Form BU-28, purchased with the compressor; requires approved Champion lubricants |
| Conditions | Service-manual maintenance and genuine Champion parts/lubricants — annual oil changes every 90 days or 500 hours per the manual |
Warranty service is coordinated through Alamo Equipment & Service — call (817) 865-3707 and we help get the issue moving.
Warranty terms can change. Confirm exact coverage at the time of purchase. Warranty can be void if the lift is installed improperly or not anchored per spec.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions - Champion VR5-8
Does this compressor need single-phase power?
Yes — this configuration is the VR5-8-230/1/60: 230V, single-phase, 60 Hz. Champion also builds the VR5-8 in 208/3/60, 230/3/60, and 460/3/60 configurations — call us and we'll match the unit to your panel.
How much air does it deliver?
17.0 CFM at 175 PSI from the R15 two-stage pump at 737 RPM — two-stage, 175 PSI shop air for impact tools, tire service equipment, and lifts, with an 80-gallon reserve that keeps tools steady when two techs pull at once.
What warranty comes with it?
Champion's Form BU-32: the pump is covered 36 months from startup or 42 from shipment (whichever comes first; head valves first year only) and package components 12 months from startup or 18 from shipment. The Premium Extended Warranty kit — purchased with the compressor — extends that to 6 years on the pump and 24 months on the package.
What's standard on the Advantage Series package?
A mounted control panel with thermal overload protection, automatic tank drain, low-oil stop control, air-cooled aftercooler, and vibration isolator pads — with the pump factory-filled with Champion ChampLub lubricant.
Why Buy the Champion VR5-8 from Alamo Equipment & Service?
- We sell what fits. CFM math first: we'll tally your shop's air demand and confirm your 230V single-phase service before selling you capability the panel can't feed.
- We install it. Wiring, placement, and air drops — one Alamo crew handles the whole air system.
- We service it. Pumps, controls, and drains — the compressor we sell is the compressor we service.
- Freight handled. 590 lb ships freight; we coordinate delivery to your shop.
- Expert comparison help. Champion VR5-8 vs the Atlas single-phase class — honest CFM and electrical math, one call.
A shop buying from a pure e-commerce retailer gets a box. A shop buying from Alamo gets a partner. Call (817) 865-3707 or email our team.
Part numbers: VR5-8-230/1/60, VR5-8, VR58230160, ADVC-S126
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