portable rv generators

An efficient, ultra-quiet Portable RV Generator powers the A/C, lights, and appliances away from campsite shore power. Place in a safe, secure location, plug in, and power up your home away from home.

Ultra-Quiet Inverter Generators let you stand a few feet away and have a normal conversation without raising your voice. Just as important, they sip fuel instead of gulp it. Look for features designed to make RV use a breeze: remote start, TTR-30 outlets, USB charging ports, duel fuel for gas or propane use, and parallel capability for additional power. Find the best Portable RV Generator in brands from Cummins, Briggs and Stratton, Champion, and Generac.

Cummins P4500i RV Ready Portable Generators

Features: Remote Start with fob—Parallel Capable for 50-Amp Power—TT-30R Outlet—Just 52dBA Sound—Runs 18 Hours on 1 tank of gas—EPA, CARB, and USFS Compliant.

Best Generator For: RV Travel Trailers—RV Fifth Wheels—Toy Haulers

RV Anywhere with the Cummins 4500-Watt Digital Inverter Generator and a host of features. Holds up to 3.4 gallons of gasoline and runs 15 hours at 50 percent load or 18 hours at 25 percent load. Run in parallel with a second P4500i for 50-Amp Power for the largest trailered RVs and Fifth Wheels with two or three air conditioners and kitchen appliances.

Cummins P2500i Portable Inverter Generator

Features: Parallel Capable for 30-Amp Power—52 dBA Sound—10-Hour Run Time—Easy to Carry 48 Pounds—EPA, CARB, and USFS Compliant.

Best Generator For: Truck Campers—Popup Campers—Small Travel Trailers

Ten hours of run time on just one gallon of gasoline make this easy to carry generator perfect for camping and small RVs, Truck Campers, or Popup Campers. Keeps the lights on, brews coffee in the morning, and runs the microwave. Charge electronics with the two USB ports. Use with a second P2500i for 30-Amp power and TTR-30 outlet on the parallel kit.

Champion 3400W Portable RV Generator

Features: Remote Start with Fob—Parallel Capable—30-Amp TT-30R Outlet—59dBA Sound—Runs 7.5 Hours on 1.6 Gallons of Gas— EPA, CARB, and USFS Compliant.

Best Generator For: Mid-Size Travel Trailers—Truck Campers—Popups

Alone or in parallel with a second generator, the Champion 3400-Watt generator starts at the push of fob button. At 59 dBA sound output, it blends into the outdoors without disturbing neighbors or the peace and quiet. This RV Ready Portable Generator has built-in carry handles, 120-Volt household outlets, and an automotive style 12-Volt outlet.

Champion 3100W/3400W RV Ready Portable Generator

Features: Duel Fuel Operation on Propane or Gasoline—Push Button Electric Start—TT-30R Outlet—14-Hour Run Time on 5 Gallon Propane Tank—Parallel Capable

Best Generator For: Mid-Size Travel Trailers—Truck Campers—Popups

Rated for 3100 Watts on Gasoline, 2790 Watts on Propane. Runs for 7.5 hours on 1.6 gallons of gasoline at 25 percent load. Also includes two 120-Volt Household outlets and a 12-Volt Automotive outlet. Just 59 dBA at 23 feet, it meets United States Forest Service rules for generator noise. Run a second Champion Generator in Parallel for more power.

Briggs and Stratton P3000 PowerSmart Portable RV Generator

Features: Parallel Capable—30-Amp Twist Lock Outlet—59 dBA Sound—USB Port—Runs 10 Hours on 1.5 Gallons of Gas—EPA 49-State Compliant—USFS Compliant

Best Generator For: Small Travel Trailers—Truck Campers—Popups

The PowerSmart varies engine speed to meet power requirements and reduce noise. It’s quieter than a conversation, so it doesn’t disturb the quiet. Easy to move on built-in wheels with telescoping handle or use the twin carry handles. Run in Parallel with a second PowerSmart for more power.

Generac iQ2000 RV Ready Portable Generator

Features: Parallel Capable for 30-Amp Power—52 dBA Sound—5.7-Hour Run Time—Easy to Carry 48 Pounds—EPA, CARB, and USFS Compliant.

Best Generator For: Truck Campers—Popup Campers—Small Travel Trailers

Easy to use. Easy to carry. The iQ2000 inverter generator has a pair of 120-Volt household outlets and boasts noise levels as quiet or quieter than its competitors. The dashboard allows continuous monitoring of generator power and displays the amount of run time left on the fuel tank. Add a second iQ2000 for a 30-Amp outlet with the Generac parallel kit.