Generator Prices in Zambia
Updated March 2026 · Home & Living
Generators provide reliable, immediate backup power during ZESCO load shedding. Compare prices for petrol, diesel, and inverter generators ranging from 2.0 kVA to 20 kVA.
Petrol (2-3 kVA)
ZMK 3,500 – 9,000
Diesel (5-10 kVA)
ZMK 12,000 – 25,000
Industrial (20+ kVA)
ZMK 30,000+
Tiger TG2500 (2.0 kVA)
Petrol · 2.0 kVA · Recoil Start · 15L tank
ZMK 3,500 – 4,500
Best for: Home backup — lights, TV, fan
Tiger TG3800 (3.0 kVA)
Petrol · 3.0 kVA · AVR · Recoil Start
ZMK 5,500 – 7,000
Best for: Home backup — fridge, lights, electronics
Honda EP2500CX (2.2 kVA)
Petrol · 2.2 kVA · Honda GX160 engine · Quiet
ZMK 8,000 – 10,000
Best for: Reliable home backup — Honda quality
Kipor KDE6500T (5.0 kVA)
Diesel · 5.0 kVA · Electric Start · ATS ready
ZMK 12,000 – 15,000
Best for: Full home power — AC, fridge, borehole pump
Perkins 10 kVA Silent
Diesel · 10 kVA · Soundproof · Auto Transfer
ZMK 18,000 – 25,000
Best for: Large home or small business
Cummins 20 kVA 3-Phase
Diesel · 20 kVA · 3-Phase · Industrial grade
ZMK 30,000 – 45,000
Best for: Business, workshop, multi-story building
Firman Inverter 3.2 kVA
Petrol · 3.2 kVA · Inverter (pure sine) · Quiet
ZMK 7,000 – 9,000
Best for: Electronics-safe — computers, medical equipment
Frequently Asked Questions
What size generator do I need for a 3-bedroom house?
To power a standard house including lights, TVs, fridges, and a borehole pump, you need at least a 5.0 kVA generator. If you also want to run air conditioning units or electric geysers, you will need a 10 kVA or higher diesel generator.
Is a diesel or petrol generator better in Zambia?
Petrol generators are much cheaper to buy upfront, making them ideal for small households (2-3 kVA) running during brief power cuts. However, diesel generators are far more fuel-efficient, durable, and cost-effective over the long term if you are experiencing 8-12 hour daily load shedding.
What is an Inverter Generator?
Inverter generators (like the Firman 3.2 kVA) produce "cleaner" electricity (pure sine wave). This prevents damage to sensitive electronics like laptops, smart TVs, and medical equipment. They are also significantly quieter than standard open-frame generators.