You've done the hard yards planning the trip. You've loaded the van, mapped the route, and packed enough snags for a small army. The last thing you need is to roll into camp and realise the power situation is going to be a headache. That's where Maxwatt generators earn their spot in the kit.
Read moreQuiet enough for the campsite, tough enough for the worksite, and smart enough not to blow up your sensitive electronics, Maxwatt inverter generators cover the lot. From compact power stations that charge on solar all the way up to open-frame heavyweights that'll run a whole property, shop Maxwatt generators online and we'll sort the rest.
Here's what separates Maxwatt generators from the brands that'll have you cursing at a cord pull at 6am:
Every Maxwatt inverter generator produces pure sine wave electricity, the kind that won't send your laptop, CPAP machine, or caravan controller into a spin. Safe for all the finicky electronics in your kit, no worries.
Nobody wants to be the bloke ruining the campground's peace. MaxWatt inverter generator models run at impressively low decibels, so you and the campsite neighbours can get a decent night's kip.
Economy mode throttles back when the load is light, so Maxwatt petrol generators stretch every litre further than you'd expect. Less time refuelling, more time doing what you actually came out here to do.
From portable Maxwatt power stations through to 13kVA open-frame heavyweights, the lineup has got tradies, grey nomads, and weekend warriors covered.
The bigger units start with a button, not a prayer. Higher-output MaxWatt petrol generators feature electric start, so you're up and running before the kettle's even boiled.
Got two matching Maxwatt inverter generator units? Parallel kits let you double the output when serious wattage is needed.
No fuel, no exhaust, no noise. Maxwatt power stations are battery-based units that charge via solar, mains, or your vehicle and run completely silently. Brilliant for weekenders who want the camping fridge cold and the phones charged without cranking an engine at 10pm. Pair yours with lithium camping batteries or camping inverters to build a complete off-grid power setup that runs silently all night.
The sweet spot for campers, grey nomads, and anyone running gear that's fussy about clean power. A MaxWatt inverter generator in this bracket handles caravan aircons, power tools, multiple appliances simultaneously, and still has capacity to spare. The 6000W and 8000W models are the go-to for comfortable caravanning without giving up the good life.
When raw output is the priority, Maxwatt petrol generators in the open frame range get the job done. The 9kVA and 13.5kVA units handle heavy worksite, farm, and large property loads without missing a beat. Storm knocked out your street? Keep the fridge cold, the lights on, and the telly running until the power comes back on.
Look, you could buy a generator anywhere. Here's why campers keep coming back to us:
Righto, enough talking about power. Time to actually sort it. Browse Maxwatt generators for sale across the full range and grab the unit that suits your setup.
Checking out other brands? Have a squiz at Hyundai generators, Briggs and Stratton generators, and Welling and Crossley generators. We've got them all.
Need a hand choosing? The Outback SafeTrack crew is ready to help. Call us at 1300 902 361 or contact us.
Add up the running wattage of everything you plan to use at once on a Maxwatt generator. That is your minimum continuous load. Add a 20–25% buffer on top for startup surges, especially from motors in fridges and air conditioners.
A Maxwatt power station covers a silent night with a fridge and phones. A Maxwatt inverter generator is the step up for a caravan aircon and tools. An open-frame Maxwatt petrol generator is for a property or worksite load. When in doubt, size up. Running a Maxwatt generator at around 70–80% capacity is generally better than constantly operating it at its maximum output.
A Maxwatt inverter generator produces pure sine wave power, delivering clean and stable electricity that's suitable for laptops, phones, medical devices, and other sensitive electronics.
A conventional Maxwatt petrol generator is typically louder and less fuel-efficient but offers more raw wattage for the money, making it a good choice for powering tools and appliances that don't require clean power. If you want no engine at all, a Maxwatt power station is the silent option.
Use a Maxwatt power station when you want silence and no exhaust. It charges from solar, mains, or the vehicle and will run a camping fridge and phones overnight without starting an engine. It will not replace a Maxwatt inverter generator or an open-frame unit on a long day of tools, an air conditioner, or a property load. If the job is hours of power, take the generator. If the job is a quiet night, take the power station.
On a Maxwatt petrol generator or Maxwatt inverter generator, standard petrol can begin to degrade in as little as 30 days, while ethanol-blended fuels may deteriorate even faster. Gummed-up carburettors are one of the most common causes of difficult starting after storage.
If the Maxwatt generator will sit unused for more than a month, either drain the fuel system completely or use a quality fuel stabiliser. Premium unleaded fuel is recommended where possible. A Maxwatt power station does not take petrol, so this only applies to the engine units.
Yes, on the parallel-ready Maxwatt inverter generator models. Two matching units connected with a parallel kit can effectively double your available power output.
Always check that Maxwatt model's manual first to confirm parallel operation is supported before connecting two units. Open-frame Maxwatt petrol generators and Maxwatt power stations are not joined the same way.
On a Maxwatt petrol generator or Maxwatt inverter generator, routine maintenance such as oil changes, air filter checks, and spark plug inspections should generally be carried out every 50–100 operating hours.
Arrange a professional service every 100–200 operating hours or at least once a year. A technician can inspect valve clearances, the carburettor, and the ignition system to help identify issues before they become costly repairs. A Maxwatt power station has no engine, so it does not follow that service interval.
