A durable stainless 10 gpm pump for typical wells with the water level within about 200 ft. Buy it from an authorized dealer to keep the warranty.
Amazon $863.88
A 1/2 HP submersible for wells with water within about 100 ft, for owners who want a 3-wire setup with the start parts above ground.
- 1/2 HPMotor
- 6 gpm at 200 ft of headFlow
- SubmersibleType
- 3 yearsWarranty
Price checked November 2, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
- Control box included, so the start parts sit above ground where they are easy to replace
- Stainless pump shell holds up in the well for years
- Built-in check valve and suction screen save buying them separately
- Only about 6 gpm at 200 ft of head, so it suits shallower wells
- Costs about $45 more than the 2-wire version of the same pump
- The control box has to be wall-mounted and wired in
The Red Lion RL Series 12 GPM family
Every Red Lion RL Series 12 GPM model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own type.
| Model | Motor | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Lion RL12G05-2W2V | 1/2 HP | 3.2/5 | $429.31 |
| Red Lion RL12G05-3W2V (this one) | 1/2 HP | 3.2/5 | $473.73 |
| Red Lion RL12G07-2W2V | 3/4 HP | 3.5/5 | $595.95 |
| Red Lion RL12G07-3W2V | 3/4 HP | 3.3/5 | $698.12 |
| Red Lion RL12G10-2W2V | 1 HP | 3.6/5 | $736.05 |
| Red Lion RL12G10-3W2V | 1 HP | 3.5/5 | $842.78 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 4 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its type. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | RL12G05-3W2V (14942405) |
|---|---|
| Pumping | |
| Type | Submersible |
| Motor | 1/2 HP |
| Flow at the rating point | 6 gpm at 200 ft of head |
| Flow series | 12 gpm |
| Most head or depth | 212 ft |
| Electrical and build | |
| Voltage | 230 V |
| Wiring | 3-wire |
| Current | 6 A |
| Housing | Stainless |
| Discharge | 1.2 in |
| Warranty | |
| Warranty | 3 years |
Alternatives in this type
A low-cost 1/2 HP submersible for wells with water within about 100 ft. Deeper wells need the 3/4 or 1 HP size.
Amazon $429.31A 1/2 HP submersible for wells with water within about 100 ft. Shop around, since the price found is high for the size.
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