Pulsar PGD40ISCO
#13 in Mid-sizeFull review
A light, inexpensive 4,000 W inverter for RV owners who need to start a rooftop air conditioner without hauling a heavy generator. Expect frequent refueling.
Amazon $450.07$450.07
3.6/5
For RV owners who find one at clearance price and want long, quiet run times with electric start. At full price it is outclassed by newer, lighter units.
- 2,800 / 3,000 WRunning / starting
- GasolineFuel
- 19 hr at 25% loadRun time
- 53 dBA at light loadNoise
- 154.3 lbWeight
- $0.44Price / W
Check price at Amazon$1,995Check price at Overton's$1,224.97
Price checked October 22, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Discontinued: no longer sold new; the links below may show remaining or used stock.
Pros
- Battery boost helps start RV air conditioners and power tools
- Runs all night and then some on a tank at light load
- Shuts itself off if carbon monoxide builds up nearby
- Rolls on four wheels with a parking brake
Cons
- Production has ended, so remaining stock is sold final sale
- Over 150 pounds, heavy for a 2,800 W unit
- Starting battery not included
How it scores
The rating comes from 7 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its size. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | EF3000iSEB |
|---|---|
| Output | |
| Gasoline | 2,800 W running, 3,000 W starting |
| Price per watt | $0.44 |
| Fuel and run time | |
| Fuel | Gasoline |
| Tank | 3.4 gal |
| Run time (gasoline) | 19 hr at 25% load |
| Engine | 171 cc |
| Noise and safety | |
| Rated noise (light load) | 53 dBA |
| CO shutoff | Yes |
| CARB compliant | No |
| Build | |
| Starting | Electric and recoil |
| App | No |
| Wheels | Yes |
| Dimensions | 26.8 x 17.5 x 21.9 in |
| Weight | 154.3 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years |
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