Atlas Copco P3000W Portable Generator | 2,800W Gas, 11-Hr Runtime

Atlas Copco P3000W Portable Generator: Big Power in a Compact, No-Nonsense Package

When a barn loses power at 3 a.m., when a remote jobsite needs lights and a tile saw, or when a backup well pump has to kick on during a thunderstorm, the Atlas Copco P3000W portable generator delivers the dependable, clean 60 Hz electricity you need. Built around the Atlas Copco AC200FA 196 cc OHV gasoline engine, the P3000W produces 2.5 kVA of continuous power and surges to 2.8 kVA — enough to fire up power tools, run agricultural equipment, and keep freezers, lighting circuits, and small motor loads going for up to 11 hours on a single 4-gallon tank.

It's the entry point in Atlas Copco's renowned P-range of portable generators, engineered with the same robust attention to detail you'd expect from a global leader in industrial air and power. Whether you're a contractor outfitting a service truck, a rancher protecting livestock during outages, or a homeowner who wants reliable emergency backup, the P3000W is the gas portable generator that earns its keep.

Why the Atlas Copco P3000W Stands Out

• Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR) holds output voltage steady so you can power sensitive electronics, electric motors, and modern jobsite gear without spikes or sag.
• 11-hour runtime at rated load on a 4 US-gallon fuel tank — set it and forget it overnight or run a full shift without refueling.
• Heavy-duty open-frame chassis with a full roll cage and anti-vibration mounts protects the engine and alternator on bumpy jobsites and farm runs.
• NEMA L14-30R twist-lock for 120/240V plus a 120V duplex outlet — feed a manual transfer switch and run handheld tools at the same time.
• Low-oil shutdown, circuit breaker, and hour meter protect your investment and make service intervals easy to track.
• One-person portable at 115 lb (52 kg) and 23¼″ × 17″ × 19″ — lifts into a pickup with one person and a tailgate.

Full Specifications

Built for Real Work

Construction & contracting

Power a circular saw, a worklight, and a charger off the duplex outlet while a tile saw or small air compressor runs on the 30-amp L14-30R. The AVR keeps voltage clean for inverter-controlled tools and battery chargers.

Livestock farms & agriculture

Keep heat lamps, ventilation fans, vacuum pumps, and refrigerated bulk tanks running through a storm. Eleven hours of autonomy at nominal load is enough for most overnight outages on a single fill.

Home backup power

Wire the L14-30R outlet into a manual transfer switch and selectively power your well pump, refrigerator, sump pump, and lighting circuits during a grid outage.

Outdoor events & small worksites

Light enough to load alone, quiet enough at 73 dB(A) to position behind the action without drowning out conversation.

P3000W Frequently Asked Questions

How many watts does the Atlas Copco P3000W actually put out?

2,500 W continuous (rated) and 2,800 W peak/surge — measured at unity power factor. That's enough for most resistive loads and to start small motors with locked-rotor current up to roughly 7.5 amps.

Will the P3000W run my well pump or RV air conditioner?

It depends on starting watts. A typical 3/4-HP residential well pump needs about 2,000–2,500 starting watts and 750–1,000 running watts — well within range. A 13,500 BTU RV AC needs ~2,800–3,000 starting watts, which is at the top of the P3000W's surge spec — possible but tight, depending on soft-start.

Is it a true 240-volt generator?

Yes. The L14-30R outlet delivers 30 amps of split-phase 120/240V, so you can wire it into a transfer switch and feed a 240V well pump or sub-panel.

How quiet is the P3000W?

73 dB(A) at 7 m (about 23 ft) — comparable to a dishwasher. Quieter than most open-frame conventional generators in its watt class. If you need whisper-quiet operation, step up to the inverter-equipped P2500iW or P3500iW.

Does it ship with oil and a battery?

The P3000W is recoil-start, so no battery is needed. Oil is sold separately — fill with SAE 10W-30 before first start.

Ready to put 2,800 watts of Atlas Copco engineering to work? Add the P3000W portable generator to your cart, or contact our power-equipment team for help comparing it to the inverter-equipped P2500iW and P3500iW.