The FR1210H with an automatic nozzle, worth the small extra cost if you fill several machines and want hands-free shutoff.
Amazon $548.04The Fill-Rite FR1210HA 12V 15 GPM is the better fuel transfer pump overall, rated 3.8 to 2.6. The Fill-Rite FR1210HA 12V 15 GPM leads on kit and flow. The Roughneck 12V 11 GPM wins on price. The Roughneck 12V 11 GPM costs $268.05 less ($279.99 vs $548.04).
A cheap diesel pump for occasional use from barrels. The missing safety listing and warranty make a GPI or Fill-Rite the better buy for regular use.
Amazon $279.99Prices were last checked November 3, 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 Fill-Rite FR1210HA 12V 15 GPM for kit (auto nozzle, suction pipe, 12 ft hose vs pump only) and flow (15 gpm vs 11 gpm).
- Choose the Roughneck 12V 11 GPM for price ($279.99 vs $548.04).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 12V DC fuel transfer pump; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Fill-Rite FR1210HA 12V 15 GPM | Roughneck 12V 11 GPM |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 2.6/5 |
| Price 20% | 50 $548.04 | 83 $279.99 |
| Flow 25% | 50 15 gpm | 30 11 gpm |
| Duty cycle 15% | 50 30 min on, then rest | 50 duty cycle not published (neutral score used) |
| Safety listing 15% | 100 UL listed, explosion-proof motor | 0 UL listed or explosion-proof motor not published, scored as none |
| Kit 10% | 55 auto nozzle, suction pipe, 12 ft hose | 0 pump only |
| Warranty 15% | 100 limited lifetime warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Fill-Rite FR1210HA 12V 15 GPM | Roughneck 12V 11 GPM | |
|---|---|---|
| Pump | ||
| Power | 12V DC | 12V DC |
| Flow | 15 gpm | 11 gpm |
| Duty cycle | 30 min on | - |
| Current | 20 A | - |
| Max pressure | 16 psi | - |
| Max head | 37 ft | - |
| Suction lift | 8 ft | - |
| Mount | Bung | - |
| Safety | ||
| UL listed | Yes | - |
| Explosion-proof motor | Yes | - |
| Gasoline approved | Yes | - |
| In the box | ||
| Meter | No | No |
| Nozzle | Automatic | Manual |
| Hose | 12 ft | - |
| Filter | No | No |
| Suction pipe | Yes | - |
| Power cable | 18 ft | 6.5 ft |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 32 lb | 17.2 lb |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime | - |
