Red Lion RL-SC50V
#8 in 1/2 HP and upFull review
For most basements that want 1/2 HP cast iron flow with a vertical float at a fair price.
Amazon $205.77$205.77
3.0/5
For most basements that want strong 1/2 HP cast iron flow at a modest price.
- 1/2 HPMotor
- 3,000 GPHFlow at 10 ft
- Vertical floatSwitch
- 2 yearsWarranty
Check price at Amazon$180.19
Price checked October 31, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- About 3,000 gallons an hour at 10 ft for well under $200
- All cast iron build, including the impeller, for heat and wear resistance
- Vertical float fits a narrow pit and can be unplugged to run the pump by hand
- Efficient PSC motor draws only 5.3 A
Cons
- Two year warranty, shorter than Little Giant’s 6EC and 10EC lines
- Rated for water only up to 95°F
- Builder grade line with fewer replacement parts than the commercial models
How it scores
The rating comes from 4 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its size. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | BSC50V (511252) |
|---|---|
| Pumping | |
| Motor | 1/2 HP |
| Type | Submersible |
| Flow at 10 ft | 3,000 GPH |
| Max lift | 28 ft |
| Discharge | 1.5 in |
| Running current | 5.3 A |
| Switch and build | |
| Switch | Vertical float |
| Cast iron housing | Yes |
| Alarm or monitoring | No |
| Wi-Fi | No |
| Cord length | 10 ft |
| Weight | 20 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years |
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