Honda EU2200i
Honda EU2200i is a inverter generator from Honda, rated 1,800 running watts with 2,200 starting watts on gasoline, measured at 48 dBA, with 120V output.
| Type | inverter |
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| Fuel | gasoline |
| Running watts (gas / LP for standby) | 1800 W |
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| Starting watts (gas) | 2200 W |
| Noise level | 48 dBA |
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| Runtime at 25% load (gas) | 8.1 h |
| Fuel tank | 0.95 gal |
| Output voltage | 120V |
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| Start type | recoil |
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| CO safety shutoff | Yes |
| Parallel capable | Yes |
| Engine | Honda GXR120 |
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| Engine displacement | 121 cc |
| Weight | 47.4 lb |
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| Warranty | 3 yr |
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What the numbers mean
- At 1,800 running watts on its best fuel, this unit covers outage essentials — a refrigerator, lights, electronics, and a furnace fan or sump pump via extension cords — but not large 240 V appliances.
Compare the Honda EU2200i
Similar generators
- Briggs & Stratton P2400 PowerSmart ( 1,800 W running)
- Honda EU2200i Companion ( 1,800 W running)
- Champion 2000W Inverter (100692) ( 1,700 W running)
- Generac GP2200i ( 1,700 W running)
- Honda EU3200i ( 2,600 W running)
- Generac iQ3500 ( 3,000 W running)
Frequently asked questions
What can the Honda EU2200i run during an outage?
With 1,800 running watts on its best fuel, the Honda EU2200i covers outage essentials — a refrigerator, lights, electronics, and a furnace fan or sump pump via extension cords — but not large 240 V appliances. Add up your actual loads with a sizing worksheet — the bands here are rough guidance, not a load calculation.
Does the Honda EU2200i have a CO safety shutoff?
Yes — the Honda EU2200i has a built-in carbon monoxide sensor that shuts the engine down when CO accumulates around the unit. It is a backstop, not a substitute for running the generator outdoors at least 20 feet from the house.
Sources
- powerequipment.honda.com (retrieved 2026-07-23)