Shurflo 4048 High Flow 4.0 GPM vs Shurflo Revolution 4008 3.0 GPM

Last updated: November 9, 2026

The Shurflo 4048 High Flow 4.0 GPM rates 2.8 among 4 GPM and up RV water pumps; the Shurflo Revolution 4008 3.0 GPM rates 2.7 among under 4 GPM ones. The Shurflo Revolution 4008 3.0 GPM costs $121.94 less ($127.05 vs $248.99).

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Shurflo 4048 High Flow 4.0 GPM vs Shurflo Revolution 4008 3.0 GPM

Scores side by side

These two sit in different flow classes (4 GPM and up and under 4 GPM), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own flow peers. How we rank explains each factor.

Factor weightShurflo 4048 High Flow 4.0 GPMShurflo Revolution 4008 3.0 GPM
Overall rating2.8/52.7/5
Value 25%8 $62.25 per GPM ($248.99, 4 GPM)33 $42.35 per GPM ($127.05, 3 GPM)
Flow 20%50 4 GPM rated open flow25 3 GPM rated open flow
Pressure 15%71 55 psi shut-off71 55 psi shut-off
Efficiency 10%43 0.40 GPM per amp (10 A max)43 0.40 GPM per amp (7.5 A max)
Features 15%65 internal bypass, runs dry without damage, thermal protection, strainer included40 internal bypass, runs dry without damage
Warranty 15%0 warranty not published, scored as none0 warranty not published, scored as none

Specifications

Shurflo 4048 High Flow 4.0 GPMShurflo Revolution 4008 3.0 GPM
Performance
Rated open flow4 GPM3 GPM
Shut-off pressure55 psi55 psi
Max current draw10 A7.5 A
Price per GPM$62.25$42.35
Self-priming lift6 ft-
Features
ControlPressure switchPressure switch
Diaphragm chambers4-
Internal bypassYesYes
Runs dryYesYes
Thermal protectionYes-
Strainer includedYes-

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