NorthStar 2 in Semi-Trash Pump
#4 in Up to 2 inFull review
A heavy-duty 2 in semi-trash pump from Northern Tool’s house brand, for gritty water on farms and job sites.
Amazon $566.99$566.99
The NorthStar 2 in Semi-Trash Pump rates 3.3 among up to 2 in gas water pumps; the NorthStar Extended Run 3 in Semi-Trash Pump rates 3.2 among 3 in and up ones. The NorthStar 2 in Semi-Trash Pump costs $413 less ($566.99 vs $979.99).
NorthStar Extended Run 3 in Semi-Trash Pump
#10 in 3 in and upFull review
A 3 in semi-trash pump with an oversized tank for all-day dewatering. It is for sites that need a pump running unattended through a shift.
Amazon $979.99$979.99
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.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different size classes (up to 2 in and 3 in and up), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own size peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | NorthStar 2 in Semi-Trash Pump | NorthStar Extended Run 3 in Semi-Trash Pump |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 30% | 64 $3.40 per gpm ($566.99, 166.8 gpm) | 61 $3.71 per gpm ($979.99, 264.2 gpm) |
| Flow 15% | 56 166.8 gpm maximum | 32 264.2 gpm maximum |
| Head 10% | 50 head not published (neutral score used) | 50 head not published (neutral score used) |
| Solids 15% | 30 passes solids up to 0.6 in | 40 passes solids up to 0.8 in |
| Warranty 30% | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) |
Specifications
| NorthStar 2 in Semi-Trash Pump | NorthStar Extended Run 3 in Semi-Trash Pump | |
|---|---|---|
| Pumping | ||
| Type | Semi-trash | Semi-trash |
| Ports | 2 in | 3 in |
| Maximum flow | 166.8 gpm | 264.2 gpm |
| Suction lift | 23 ft | - |
| Largest solids | 0.6 in | 0.8 in |
| Engine and build | ||
| Engine | - | Honda GX200 |
| Runtime on a tank | - | 8 hr |