Gentech 2.8kVA Honda Powered Petrol Generator EP2800HSR

It'll handle most standard site tools, lights, and small appliances through its two 15A outlets. Think power drills, angle grinders, work lights, a small compressor, or a bar fridge at camp. It's rated at 2.8kVA single phase, so it's not going to run a big air con unit, but it's more than capable for tools and backup power on a job site or off-grid campsite.

The 3.1-litre tank gives you around 2.3 hours of runtime at 80% load. Fuel consumption sits at 1.34 litres per hour under that load. For lighter use - running a few lights or charging gear - you'll stretch it further. It runs on standard unleaded petrol.

It weighs 40kg and measures 650 x 460 x 415mm. It's got a rollover frame built in, so you can manoeuvre it around a site without it getting damaged. Not a one-man lift, but it's manageable with a hand.

It comes with a 2-year manufacturer's warranty from Gentech Generators, and the Honda GP200 engine is Honda Australia approved. Every unit is pre-delivery tested before it leaves, and free engine oil is included. We ship it Australia-wide with free delivery.

It'll do the job for a base camp setup or as backup power for a caravan - running lights, a bar fridge, charging stations, and small appliances. Bear in mind it's a 40kg open-frame generator at 67 dBA, so it's not whisper-quiet. If you're after something you can run next to your camper all night, an inverter generator might suit you better. But for weekend trips or a work camp where you need reliable power, this is a solid, no-fuss option.

It uses a recoil (pull-start) system - straightforward and reliable, with no battery to go flat. The Honda GP200 engine is known for starting first or second pull when it's been maintained properly. Keep fresh fuel in it and it'll fire right up.