3HP-5HP Solar Water Pump Price in Pakistan

Key Takeaways

• A complete 3HP solar water pump system in Pakistan costs between PKR 345,000 and PKR 515,000, depending on the mounting structure.
• A 5HP solar water pump system ranges from PKR 540,000 to PKR 730,000 for a similar setup.
• These prices are for a full system, including the pump, inverter, solar panels, and structure, but do not include installation or additional wiring.
• All prices were observed on 26 August 2026.

How much does a 3HP or 5HP solar water pump system cost in Pakistan?

A 3HP solar water pump system in Pakistan starts from PKR 345,000 with an L2 structure, and can increase to PKR 515,000 for a pole-mounted structure, according to Alpha Solar on 26 August 2026. For a 5HP system, Alpha Solar lists prices starting from PKR 540,000, going up to PKR 730,000 with additional mounting structures. These figures represent complete systems designed for small agricultural needs or household water supply.

Individual components, such as the solar submersible pump or the Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) inverter, are also available for purchase separately. For example, a 3HP DAB solar submersible pump costs PKR 75,000 at w11stop.com, while a 5HP DAB pump costs PKR 115,000 at the same retailer, observed on 26 August 2026.

Solar Water Pump Component and System Prices in Pakistan

The tables below detail the prices for solar submersible pumps, solar pump inverters (VFDs), and complete solar water pump systems, as observed from Pakistani retailers and system providers on 26 August 2026. Prices for solar components can fluctuate with the US dollar exchange rate and import duties.

Solar Submersible Pump Prices

Solar Pump Inverter (VFD) Prices

Complete Solar Water Pump System Prices

What the price does and does not include

When you purchase a solar water pump system, the price typically covers the core components. For instance, Alpha Solar's 3HP system priced at PKR 345,000 includes a 3 kW solar system (consisting of 6 solar panels, each with a capacity of 500 watts), a 5 kW VFD (Variable Frequency Drive), and an L2 supporting structure. The 5HP system for PKR 540,000 includes 10 solar panels, each with a capacity of 545 watts, a 5 kW VFD, and the necessary mounting structure.

However, these figures are for the component package. A real installed system will incur additional costs. These often include:

• Installation labor: The cost of physically setting up the panels, mounting structure, pump, and VFD.
• Wiring and cabling: DC cables from panels to VFD, AC cables from VFD to pump (if applicable), and earthing cables.
• Protection devices: Surge protection devices (SPDs), circuit breakers, and fuses.
• Earthing system: Essential for safety and system protection.
• Borehole drilling or well preparation: If a new water source is required.
• Piping and fittings: Connecting the pump to the water distribution system.
• Transportation: Delivery of components to the site.
• Contingency: Unexpected costs that may arise during installation.

These additional costs can significantly increase the total project expense beyond the component price.

How to choose and size a solar water pump system

Choosing the right solar water pump system involves matching the pump's power to your water requirements and ensuring the solar array can adequately power it.

1. Determine Pump Horsepower (HP): The first step is to identify the required horsepower of the pump. This depends on factors like the depth of the water source (head), the desired flow rate (liters per minute or gallons per minute), and the distance the water needs to be transported. For small-scale agriculture or household use, 3HP and 5HP pumps are common.
2. Select the Pump: Once the HP is known, you can select a suitable submersible pump. For example, DAB offers 3HP and 5HP submersible pumps like the DAB S4 D 21 (3 HP) or DAB S4 F13 (5 HP) at w11stop.com.
3. Choose the Inverter (VFD): A Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) is crucial for solar water pumps as it converts the DC power from solar panels into AC power for the pump and optimizes pump speed based on available sunlight. You should select a VFD that matches or slightly exceeds the pump's power rating. For a 3HP pump (approximately 2.2 kW), a 2.2 KW or 4 KW VFD would be appropriate. For a 5HP pump (approximately 3.7 kW), a 4 KW or 5.5 KW VFD is suitable. You can find options like the Hyundai N700E-022HF (2.2KW/3HP) or SAJ VFD Drive (4 KW) at w11stop.com. For more detailed guidance on selecting the right drive, refer to our guide on solar-pump-inverter-vfd-selection-guide.
4. Size the Solar Array: The solar panel array must provide enough power to run the pump and VFD. Alpha Solar's configurations provide a good starting point:

• For a 3HP system, they recommend a 3 kW solar system, consisting of 6 solar panels, each with a capacity of 500 watts.
• For a 5HP system, they suggest 10 solar panels, each with a capacity of 545 watts. The total wattage of your panels should typically be 1.2 to 1.5 times the pump's power rating to account for efficiency losses and varying sunlight conditions.

5. Consider Structure and Installation: Decide between an L2 structure or a pole-mounted structure based on your site conditions and budget. Pole-mounted structures often cost more but can offer better sun tracking or security.
6. Calculate Running Costs and Payback: While the initial investment can be substantial, solar pumps offer significant savings compared to diesel pumps. You can explore the financial benefits further in our article on solar-tube-well-vs-diesel-monthly-savings-math.

For larger agricultural needs, such as 10HP, 15HP, or 20HP tube-well systems, different configurations and pricing apply. You can find more information on these larger systems in our dedicated guide: solar-tube-well-price-in-pakistan-10-15-20hp-system-tables.

You can use online tools to help estimate your solar panel requirements based on your pump's specifications and local solar irradiance. For example, you can use a solar sizing tool to get a preliminary estimate.

What we could not verify

During our research, we encountered several limitations in verifying comprehensive product details and pricing:

• Specific head, depth, flow, or efficiency figures for direct engineering comparison between submersible and turbine pumps were not available in the sources we checked.
• Online retailers like Daraz, when checked for "3 hp submersible water pump" and "5 hp submersible pump," rendered their listings client-side, preventing us from extracting specific product information or prices.
• The content of a YouTube video titled "3 inch solar water pump price in Pakistan/how much solar Panel.5hp submersible water pump" was not provided, so no figures or claims could be extracted from it.
• No specific details from the "Solar Water Pumps: Boosting Agriculture in Pakistan" article by Feroze Power were available in the fetched content.

Therefore, while we could provide component and system prices from verified retailers and system integrators, detailed performance metrics for individual pumps or broader market comparisons were not fully verifiable from the available data.