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Background and Identification

The Honda 3000 Watt Inverter Generator model EU3000IS1A is designed for powering recreational vehicles (RVs) and as backup home power. Honda advertises that this generator has super quiet performance and the reliability to power sensitive technology like computers. The generator includes a Honda GX200 engine with a displacement of 196 cubic centimeters.

The Honda General Purpose Motor model GX200UT2 is an air-cooled, four-stroke, overhead-valve engine. It can be used for pressure washers, commercial lawn and garden equipment, tillers and cultivators, generators, construction and industrial equipment, agricultural equipment, small vehicles, and water pumps, among other applications. Without fuel or oil, this engine weighs 35 pounds.

The model GX200UT2 displaces 196 cubic centimeters (cc) and produces a net power output of 5.5-horsepower at a speed of 3600 revolutions per minute. The engine produces a net torque of 9.1 foot-pounds at a speed of 2,500 revolutions per minute. It can hold up to 0.83 gallons of gasoline and 0.63 quarts of engine oil. Honda recommends using unleaded 86 octane or higher fuel for this engine.

The Honda 3000 Watt Inverter Generator model EU3000IS1A includes the model number “EU3000is” on the side of the machine. The name “Honda” is printed in capital letters in various locations on the generator. The machine has a mostly black plastic body with a red metal engine cover.

Technical Specifications

AC Output: 120V 3000W max.(25A) 2800W rated (23.3A)

DC Output: 12V, 144W (12A)

Dimensions (L x W x H): 25.9" x 17.6" x 22.0"

Displacement: 196cc

Dry Weight: 131 lbs.

Engine: Honda GX200

Fuel Tank Capacity: 3.4 gal.

Noise Level: 58 dB(A) @ rated load, 49 dB(A) @ 1/4 load

Receptacles: 20A 125V Duplex, 30A 125V Locking Plug

Run Time per Tankful: 7.1 hrs. @ rated load, 20 hrs. @ 1/4 load

Starting System: Recoil, electric

Engine Specifications

  • Make: Honda
  • Model: GX 200
  • Type: Small Engine
  • Fuel: Gas Unleaded 86 Octane or Higher
  • Engine Type: 4 Stroke OHV Single Cylinder
  • Bore/Stroke: 68 X 54
  • Displacement: 196 cc
  • Compression Ratio: 8.5:1
  • Max Power: 5.5 HP @ 3600 RPM
  • Max Torque: 9.1 ft. lbs. @ 2500 RPM
  • Ignition Type: Transistorized Magneto
  • Dimensions (L x W x H): 12.75 x 15 x 13.75 in.
  • Starting Type: Recoil Pull Start
  • Fuel Tank Capacity: 0.83 Gal.
  • Oil Capacity: 0.63 Qt
  • Dry Engine Weight: 35 lbs.
  • Shaft Type: Keyed - Straight
  • Shaft Diameter: 3/4" Diameter, 3/16" Keyway
  • Shaft Length: 2-5/8" Total, 2-5/16" Usable
  • Shaft I.D. Thread Size: 5/16"-24 Drilled and Tapped
  • Bolt Pattern: 4 Bolt
  • Oil System: Splash, Oil Alert
  • Reduction Type: None
  • Engine Cooling Type: Forced Air Cooling
  • PTO shaft Rotation: Counterclockwise (from PTO shaft side)
  • Governor System: Centrifugal Mechanical
  • Air cleaner: Dual Element

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