Generac PRO XC3000P vs Powerhorse 3 in Extended Run Trash Pump

Last updated: November 2, 2026

The Generac PRO XC3000P is the better gas water pump overall, rated 3.5 to 3.1. The Generac PRO XC3000P leads on flow. The Powerhorse 3 in Extended Run Trash Pump costs $699.01 less ($899.99 vs $1,599).

Generac PRO XC3000P vs Powerhorse 3 in Extended Run Trash Pump

Prices 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?

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 weightGenerac PRO XC3000PPowerhorse 3 in Extended Run Trash Pump
Overall rating3.5/53.1/5
Value 30%52 $4.57 per gpm ($1,599, 350 gpm)52 $4.57 per gpm ($899.99, 197 gpm)
Flow 15%75 350 gpm maximum0 197 gpm maximum
Head 10%50 90 ft maximum head50 head not published (neutral score used)
Solids 15%76 passes solids up to 1.2 in70 passes solids up to 1.1 in
Warranty 30%50 3-year warranty for home use50 warranty not published (neutral score used)

Specifications

Generac PRO XC3000PPowerhorse 3 in Extended Run Trash Pump
Pumping
TypeTrashTrash
Ports3 in3 in
Maximum flow350 gpm197 gpm
Maximum head90 ft-
Suction lift26 ft-
Largest solids1.2 in1.1 in
Engine and build
EngineGenerac G-Force OHC, 265 ccPowerhorse OHV, 212 cc
Fuel tank2.9 gal-
Runtime on a tank4.3 hr-
Weight163 lb-
Warranty3 years-

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