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- Honda EU3000iS
- Powerhorse s5000id
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| Specification | Honda EU3000iS | Powerhorse s5000id |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Dual-Fuel |
| Inverter | Yes | Yes |
| Parallel capable | Yes | Yes |
| RV ready | No | Yes |
| Running watts | 2800 W | Winner: Winner: 3900 W |
| Starting watts | 3000 W | Winner: Winner: 5000 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 50 dB | 58 dB |
| Weight | 130.7 lbs | Winner: Winner: 113.5 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 10 h | 9.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | 20 h | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 3.4 gal | 3.17 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 25.9 x 17.6 x 22 | 25 x 18.1 x 21.1 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120 | 120 |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | 5 |
| GFCI outlets | No | No |
| Covered outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | <3% % | <3% % |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 196 cc Honda GX200 OHV 4-stroke, Cast iron sleeve. | 224 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric | Recoil, Electric, Remote |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 2800 W | 3900 W |
| Starting watts | 3000 W | 5000 W |
| Running amps (120V) | Not available | Not available |
| Running amps (240V) | Not available | Not available |
| Peak amps (120V) | Not available | Not available |
| Peak amps (240V) | Not available | Not available |
| Run time @50% load | 10 h | 9.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | 20 h | Not available |
| Propane | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | Not available | 3600 W |
| Starting watts | Not available | 4500 W |
| Running amps (120V) | Not available | Not available |
| Running amps (240V) | Not available | Not available |
| Peak amps (120V) | Not available | Not available |
| Peak amps (240V) | Not available | Not available |
| Run time @50% load | Not available | 10 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | true | true |
| Compliance | EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 | EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Floating | Floating |
| UPC | 786102007320 | Not available |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 2800 | 3900 |
| Running Watts (Propane) | Not available | 3600 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 3000 | 5000 |
| Starting Watts (Propane) | Not available | 4500 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10 | 9.5 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | Not available | 10 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 20 | Not available |
| AC Outlet Types | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R) | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R)1x 120V 30A (TT-30R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | 196 cc Honda GX200 OHV 4-stroke, Cast iron sleeve | 224 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 196 | 224 |
| Cylinder Sleeve | Cast iron sleeve | Not available |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 20 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10 | 9.5 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | Not available | 10 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Low oil and overload protection |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Starting Components | Recoil, Electric | Recoil, Electric, Remote |
| Included Accessories | Battery | Funnel, tool kit, key fob, propane hose, and battery |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | Not available | 2 |
| Part Number | EU3000iS1AN | Not available |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Honda EU3000iS is a 3000-watt inverter generator fueled by gasoline. It offers reliable power output with a starting wattage of 3000 watts and a rated running wattage of 2800 watts, making it suitable for a variety of applications. | The Powerhorse s5000id is a dual-fuel inverter generator delivering 5,000 surge watts and 3,900 rated watts, suitable for various applications including emergency home backup, RVs, and outdoor events. |
- Most PowerfulPowerhorse s5000id3900W running
- QuietestHonda EU3000iS50 dB
- Longest RuntimeHonda EU3000iS10h at 50% load
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