Camping Generators

It depends on what you're running. For most campers and 4WDers, a 2.5-3.5kVA inverter generator is the sweet spot - quiet enough for campgrounds, light enough to throw in the back of a ute, and powerful enough to run a fridge, lights, and charge devices. True Gear stocks brands like Briggs & Stratton, Champion, and Welling & Crossley to cover everything from budget to premium.

Modern inverter generators are a big step up from the old open-frame units. Most quality camping generators run at 58-65dBA at 7 metres - about the same as a normal conversation. Briggs & Stratton's PowerSmart range and the Welling & Crossley Smart Silent inverters are among the quieter options True Gear stocks. If noise is your main concern, look for an inverter generator with a listed dBA rating under 65.

A 2.5-3.5kVA inverter generator covers most camping setups - fridge, lights, phone and laptop charging, and a small electric kettle. Step up to 4.5kVA+ if you're running a caravan air conditioner or a larger setup with multiple appliances. True Gear has options from 2.5kVA right up to 6kVA RV generators for serious touring rigs.

A regular open-frame generator runs at a fixed RPM regardless of load - they're loud, heavy, and the power output isn't clean enough for sensitive electronics. An inverter generator adjusts its engine speed to match the load, so it's quieter, more fuel efficient, and produces clean stable power that's safe for laptops, phones, and modern appliances. For camping, inverter is almost always the right call.

Yes - the brands True Gear stocks come with Australian warranties. Briggs & Stratton's PowerSmart inverter range includes a 5-year warranty, and other brands typically offer 1-3 years depending on the model. Because True Gear is an Australian dealer, warranty claims are handled locally - no sending gear overseas.