A 3 in trash pump with a long warranty and run time, for flood cleanup and job sites with debris-laden water.
A.P. Electric $1,599 Toolnut $1,599The Generac PRO XC3000P is the better gas water pump overall, rated 3.5 to 3.2. The Generac PRO XC3000P leads on warranty, flow and head. The BILT HARD 3 in Trash Pump wins on value. The BILT HARD 3 in Trash Pump costs $1,169.01 less ($429.99 vs $1,599).
A low-cost 3 in pump kit on wheels for draining ponds and pools. The 90-day warranty suits occasional use only.
Amazon $429.99Prices were last checked November 2, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Generac PRO XC3000P for warranty (3-year warranty for home use vs 0.2-year warranty for home use), flow (350 gpm maximum vs 290 gpm maximum) and head (90 ft maximum head vs 85 ft maximum head).
- Choose the BILT HARD 3 in Trash Pump for value ($1.48 per gpm ($429.99, 290 gpm) vs $4.57 per gpm ($1,599, 350 gpm)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 3 in and up gas water pump; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Generac PRO XC3000P | BILT HARD 3 in Trash Pump |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.5/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 30% | 52 $4.57 per gpm ($1,599, 350 gpm) | 100 $1.48 per gpm ($429.99, 290 gpm) |
| Flow 15% | 75 350 gpm maximum | 45 290 gpm maximum |
| Head 10% | 50 90 ft maximum head | 42 85 ft maximum head |
| Solids 15% | 76 passes solids up to 1.2 in | 50 solids size not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 30% | 50 3-year warranty for home use | 0 0.2-year warranty for home use |
Specifications
| Generac PRO XC3000P | BILT HARD 3 in Trash Pump | |
|---|---|---|
| Pumping | ||
| Type | Trash | Semi-trash |
| Ports | 3 in | 3 in |
| Maximum flow | 350 gpm | 290 gpm |
| Maximum head | 90 ft | 85 ft |
| Suction lift | 26 ft | 26 ft |
| Largest solids | 1.2 in | - |
| Engine and build | ||
| Engine | Generac G-Force OHC, 265 cc | BILT HARD OHV, 212 cc |
| Fuel tank | 2.9 gal | - |
| Runtime on a tank | 4.3 hr | - |
| Weight | 163 lb | - |
| Warranty | 3 years | 0.2 years |
