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- Honda EU3000iS
- Sportsman GEN1000i
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| Specification | Honda EU3000iS | Sportsman GEN1000i |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | Yes | Yes |
| Parallel capable | Yes | No |
| RV ready | No | No |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 2800 W | 800 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 3000 W | 1000 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 50 dB | 56 dB |
| Weight | 130.7 lbs | Winner: Winner: 20.3 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 10 h | 6.3 h |
| Run time @25% load | 20 h | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 3.4 gal | 1.7 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | No |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 25.9 x 17.6 x 22 | 15.6 x 8 x 13.8 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120 | 120 |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | 12 |
| GFCI outlets | No | No |
| Covered outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | <3% % | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 196 cc Honda GX200 OHV 4-stroke, Cast iron sleeve. | 40 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric | Recoil |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 1 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 2800 W | 800 W |
| Starting watts | 3000 W | 1000 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 | 6.3 h |
| Run time @25% load | 20 h | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | true | true |
| Compliance | EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 | CARB, EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Floating | Floating |
| UPC | 786102007320 | 27077802085 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 2800 | 800 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 3000 | 1000 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10 | 6.3 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 20 | Not available |
| AC Outlet Types | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R) | 1x 120V 20A (5-20R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | 196 cc Honda GX200 OHV 4-stroke, Cast iron sleeve | OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 196 | 40 |
| Cylinder Sleeve | Cast iron sleeve | Not available |
| Engine Oil Type | Not available | SAE10W-30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 20 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10 | 6.3 |
| Controls & display | ||
| Display Type | Not available | Inverter |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Low oil and overload protection |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | No |
| Included equipment | ||
| Starting Components | Recoil, Electric | Not available |
| Included Accessories | Battery | Funnel, tool kit, and battery charging cables |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Part Number | EU3000iS1AN | GEN1000iC |
| 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 Sportsman GEN1000i is a gasoline inverter generator with a maximum wattage of 1000 peak watts and 800 running watts. It features a recoil start and is designed for lightweight, portable power delivery. |
- Most PowerfulHonda EU3000iS2800W running
- QuietestHonda EU3000iS50 dB
- Longest RuntimeHonda EU3000iS10h at 50% load
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