What size generators do you hire and sell?

We match generators to each project's load, run time and site requirements for both hire and sales. Contact us with your needs and we'll recommend the right fit for your Melbourne or Victorian site.

Do you deliver diesel?

Yes. We deliver final-filtered diesel directly to onsite generators or fuel cells, with deliveries over 1,000 litres available.

Can I buy a generator instead of hiring?

Yes. We sell new, refurbished and custom-built generators across Melbourne and Victoria, fully workshop-tested, warranted and delivered ready to run.

How often should generators be serviced?

Intervals depend on the manufacturer, operating hours and conditions. We provide minor and major servicing to manufacturer specifications.

What areas do you service?

We support generator hire and sales across Melbourne and wider Victoria, with Australia-wide project support available on request.

Can you transport our existing generator?

Yes. Our crane and tilt-slide trucks can collect, transport and precisely position customer-owned generators.

Are Honda inverter generators worth the price?

Yes for clean, quiet, portable power. Honda inverters produce stable power safe for electronics, run quietly enough for campsites, and are famously reliable. For heavy site power or standby duty a diesel unit is more cost-effective.

Can a Honda generator power a house?

The EU70is (7kVA) can run essential home circuits - fridge, lights, TV, some power points - during an outage via a changeover switch. It is not designed for whole-house central air conditioning.

How quiet are Honda EU generators?

Honda EU inverters run at around 48-60 dB at quarter load, comparable to normal conversation. That is why they are permitted on most campsites and caravan parks where louder generators are not.

Can I run a Honda generator in the rain?

Honda EU generators are rated for outdoor use but should be kept dry and ventilated. Never run any generator indoors or in an enclosed space due to carbon monoxide risk.

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Buying Guides02 September 2026 6 min read

Honda Generators: The Inverter Range Explained

Honda's EU inverter series is the gold standard for quiet, clean portable power. Here's how to pick the right one.

By Hanson Hire

Honda Generators: The Inverter Range Explained

Quick Answer

Honda generators sold in Australia are the EU inverter series, from 1kVA to 7kVA. They produce clean, quiet power safe for sensitive electronics, making them the top choice for camping, caravanning, events and light trade. The EU70is 7kVA is the largest portable inverter in the range and can back up a home.

Why Honda Inverter Generators Lead the Market

Honda's EU inverter series set the benchmark for portable, quiet, clean power. Inverter technology produces electricity with a stable sine wave - safe for laptops, phones, TVs and medical equipment - while running the engine only as fast as the load demands, which keeps noise and fuel use down.

The Honda EU Range at Hanson Hire

Honda EU10i - 1kVA

The smallest and lightest. Perfect for charging batteries, running a small TV or lights, and charging phones on camping and caravanning trips.

Honda EU10i 1kVA Inverter

Honda EU22i - 2.2kVA

The most popular Honda in Australia. Runs a fridge, lights, chargers and a small appliance. Quiet enough for campsites and caravan parks.

Honda EU22i 2.2kVA Inverter

Honda EU30is - 3kVA / EU32i - 3.2kVA

A step up for running more appliances simultaneously - ideal for larger caravans, event setups and light trade.

Honda EU70is - 7kVA

The largest portable inverter in the Honda range. Enough clean power to run essential home circuits during an outage, or a large event setup. Electric start and on wheels.

Honda EU70is 7kVA Inverter

Inverter vs Conventional - Why It Matters

Inverter generators like the Honda EU series produce power with less than 3% total harmonic distortion - clean enough for sensitive electronics. Conventional generators can damage laptops, phones and medical devices over time. Inverters also run quieter and use less fuel because the engine speed adjusts to the load.

Choosing Your Honda Generator

| Need | Model | | --- | --- | | Charging phones, small lights | EU10i (1kVA) | | Caravan / camping with a fridge | EU22i (2.2kVA) | | Larger caravan / light trade | EU30is / EU32i (3kVA) | | Home essentials / events | EU70is (7kVA) |

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