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Briggs & Stratton P3000 - 2600 Watt PowerSmart Series™ Inverter Generator (49-State)
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Features
Grade
Recreational
Style
Portable
Run Watts
2,600 Rated Watts
Surge Watts
3,000
Starting Watts
Fuel
Gasoline
Engine
Briggs and Stratton OHV
Briggs & Stratton P3000 - 2600 Watt PowerSmart Series™ Inverter Generator (49-State)
Product Video Disclaimer: "PED is not responsible for any variances from the product in this video and the item you purchase. Please review all product specs prior to purchase."
- Briggs & Stratton PowerSmart Series™ Inverter Technology
- Maintains steady, accurate, & clean power output w/ < 3% THD
- Safely power computers, TVs and other sensitive electronics
- Computer-Controlled Technology
- Automatically adjusts engine speed based on load
- Allows for quieter operation and reduced fuel consumption
- Rated at 59dB at 7 meters at 25% load
- Convenient Control Panel w/ USB Charging Outlet
- Makes it easy to charge phones and tablets
- LCD Statstation™ Display
- Easily see the % of power being used
- Also shows total hours of run time & maintenance reminders
- Low Oil and Overload Alert System
- Provides added protection to extend the life of the generator
- Parallel Operation Capability
- Increase available wattage when linking 2 Briggs P3000 generators
- 6" Wheels Twin, Lifting Handle & Luggage Style Telescoping Handle
- Designed for mobility & easier lifting at high levels (truck bed)
- 12-Volt DC Output (5-Amp) For Recharging Batteries
- Non-CARB Compliant - Not For Sale In California
California residents see
WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
For more information go to: www.p65Warnings.ca.gov
Specifications
Plug Types
30545
Overview
Weight
90.4 Pounds
Made in USA
No
Consumer Warranty
2 Years
Product Style
Portable Generator
Product Length
28.5 Inches
Product Width
15 Inches
Product Height
24 Inches
UPC
011675305451
Product Specs
Voltage
120 Single-Phase
Frequency
60 Hertz
Alternator
Inverter
Auto Voltage Regulation
Yes
Rated Watts
2600 Watts
Surge Watts
3000 Watts
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Rated Amps
22 Amps
Portability Kit
Never Flat Wheels
Tank Size
1.5 Gallons
Fuel Tank Material
Plastic
Fuel Gauge
Yes
Decibel Rating @ 7m
Decibel Rating @ 7m
Sound levels are measured in decibels (dB). The lower the decibel rating, the less noise the product makes. As an example, a ticking watch is 20 dB while on the other end of the scale, a lawn mower is around 90 dB.
59
Hour Meter
Yes
Grade Type
Recreational
Engine
Engine Brand
Briggs and Stratton OHV
Starting System
Recoil Start
Consumer Engine Warranty
2 Years
Low Oil Alert/Shutdown
Yes
Plugs
12-Amp DC - Cigarette Adapter
1
NEMA 5-20R - Wall-Type
2
NEMA L5-30R
1
Reviews
(19)
Briggs & Stratton 30545 Reviews & Ratings
Customer Rating
4.53
(19 Ratings)
5
(15)
(15)4(1)
(1)3(1)
(1)2(2)
(2)1(0)
(0)Starter Busted
By Richard F.
Texas
Review Posted 05/25/2024
Used 1 time. Now after less than 40 hrs. use the starter broke. Yes pull the cord ok and it rewinds , but starter not engaging. Broken after 1 use. What's it made of plastic ? The starter pawls are prob plastic. Great piece of junk now, or expensive repair bill. Gen was new 2021 stored and used the only time I needed it. Guarantee probably useless now. I'll call Briggs and Stratton . Good luck you say ! I would give B& G generators a 1 if I could.
Richard F. Does Not Recommend This
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Rating Breakdown
3/5
1/5
3/5
2/5
Pros:
Easy To Use, Durable, Quiet
Cons:
Heavy, Expensive, Low Quality, Unreliable
Not A Gimmic
By Jeremy S.
Dade City, Florida
Purchased 08/09/2020 |
Review Posted 09/01/2020
Good price, fast shipping, not a gimmic site, thanks!
Jeremy S. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
Quiet, Price, Easy To Store, Durable
Good Gen
By Mike M.
Louisville, Kentucky
Purchased 04/17/2020 |
Review Posted 06/03/2020
A week after this unit was delivered, we had a nine hour power outage. Since my other generator was needing repair, I fired this one up and it perform well. Easy to use and the quiet mode was good.
Mike M. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
4/5
Pros:
Easy To Use, Features, Easy To Store, Reliable
Cons:
Expensive
This Is One Good Machine
By Thomas V.
Newcastle, Wyoming
Purchased 07/15/2019 |
Review Posted 08/07/2019
The Briggs & Stratton has been used at two outside concerts and at our tent at the local Farmer's Market. It's perfect. We run a pop corn machine, shaved ice machine, and a cotton candy machine - it does its job efficiently and quietly.
Thomas V. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
Quiet, Easy To Use, Price, I'd Buy It Again
Jimnmary
By James G.
Milford, Connecticut
Review Posted 08/29/2018
So I did what I thought was my due diligence and barrowed a friends Honda 3000 last year and it ran everything in my tow behind camper including my 13,500BTO A/C but it has a price of $2200 with the wheel kit.
The Briggs & Stratton seemed like a great buy and offered a lot of fetchers that the Honda did not and its 1/2 the price so after watching reviews and YouTube videos about how the Briggs and Stratton will run a 13,500 BTU RV A/C I bought it and when we arrived at our campsite in VT we plugged it in and it immediately popped a circuit in full power mode. I tried again and again and made sure everything in the camper was off and it still won't work. I guess I'm king of screwed now because it would appear the only option for me is to buy the parallel kit and the smaller 2000 to run my A/C. This not is the price of the Honda that maybe I should have just bought in the first place.
I may write a letter to the company but really! who wants to be bothered with all of that crap! Maybe I'll get lucky and they will call me to make this right. Thanks for listening.
The Briggs & Stratton seemed like a great buy and offered a lot of fetchers that the Honda did not and its 1/2 the price so after watching reviews and YouTube videos about how the Briggs and Stratton will run a 13,500 BTU RV A/C I bought it and when we arrived at our campsite in VT we plugged it in and it immediately popped a circuit in full power mode. I tried again and again and made sure everything in the camper was off and it still won't work. I guess I'm king of screwed now because it would appear the only option for me is to buy the parallel kit and the smaller 2000 to run my A/C. This not is the price of the Honda that maybe I should have just bought in the first place.
I may write a letter to the company but really! who wants to be bothered with all of that crap! Maybe I'll get lucky and they will call me to make this right. Thanks for listening.
James G. Does Not Recommend This
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Expert Response
Sorry to hear that you're having problems with your generator. If you think that the generator is not performing up to spec, you'll have to bring it to a Briggs service center. To locate a service center in your area, Briggs can be reached directly @ (800) 743-4115.
Dale V.
Power Equipment Expert
Rating Breakdown
1/5
4/5
1/5
1/5
Pros:
Quiet, Easy To Use, Price, Light Weight
Cons:
Unreliable, Wont run my A/C Like it claims it will
Great Generator
By Jeb E.
Aurora, Colorado
Purchased 05/08/2018 |
Review Posted 05/31/2018
Used for the first time this weekend. Super easy to start, very quiet and it adjusts to the load put on it to save fuel and reduce noise. Light enough that I can load and unload it myself. Still need to try it running the AC in my camper but I don’t expect any problems. I don’t see any reason to pay more for a competing brand.
Jeb E. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
4/5
5/5
Pros:
Quiet, Easy To Use, Price, I'd Buy It Again
Started The First Pull.
By William R.
Washington
Purchased 04/03/2018 |
Review Posted 04/25/2018
I was pleased with the ease of unpacking and setting up the machine and getting it ready to start. Maybe a half hour, and one pull and it started! I was impressed. I have not taken it on a camp trip yet, but will soon and believe it will serve me well. I like the overall look and the quality appears to be at least very good. I haven't used it under load yet, but I expect it may well deserve an excellent.
William R. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
Quiet, Easy To Use, Features, Easy To Store
Excellent Purchase
By Alvin V.
Greenwood, Indiana
Purchased 11/17/2017 |
Review Posted 01/23/2018
Purchased 2 units for my parents home in Puerto Rico after hurricanes Irma and Maria. They have been a blessing after months of not having any power. Reliable and very easy to work with.
Alvin V. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
Quiet, Easy To Use, Reliable, High Quality
Cons:
Heavy
Just What I Hoped For
By Steve M.
Lake Tapps, Washington
Purchased 07/24/2017 |
Review Posted 09/04/2017
I purchased this to power the AC in my 5th wheel. The Q6500 would provide the ability to run the AC as well as the other appliances, but I only wanted to power the AC. I will run the refrigerator on propane. I have two Honda generators but nothing portable with the ability to power the AC. My history with Briggs and Stratton had me concerned about the noise.
To my delight, the generator runs very quiet. The noise does increase under load, but not excessively. I find it to be on par with my Honda generators. The built in wheels allows me to easily load and unload it, which was a real bonus. Definitely should be considered if this meets your power requirements.
To my delight, the generator runs very quiet. The noise does increase under load, but not excessively. I find it to be on par with my Honda generators. The built in wheels allows me to easily load and unload it, which was a real bonus. Definitely should be considered if this meets your power requirements.
Steve M. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
Quiet, Price, Easy To Store, I'd Buy It Again
Cons:
I don't have any cons just now
Briggs & Stratton P3000 - 2600 watts
By James
Schenectady, New York
Purchased 06/29/2017 |
Review Posted 07/21/2017
Works very good. Used it only once. Ran it for 9 hours@ about 35% load.
James Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
Quiet, Durable, Features, Easy To Use
Cons:
a little heavy
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