Our verdict
The bigger sibling of the BEMW461BH and one of the widest corded electrics under £200. For 600-900m² flat lawns near a power point, the 48cm cut earns its keep — you finish faster than a 40cm rival. Don't expect Honda longevity but at £169 you don't have to.
Pros & cons
Pros
- 48cm cut is unusually wide for a corded electric
- 1800W induction motor handles thicker grass
- Bike-handle reduces vibration on long sessions
- Edge-cut deck design
Cons
- Cable management on bigger lawn is a fight
- 15kg starts to feel heavy
- No mulch option
- Plastic deck flexes under load
Full specs
| Type | Electric |
|---|---|
| Cut width | 48 cm |
| Engine / Power | B+D 1800W induction |
| Weight | 15 kg |
| Deck | Plastic |
| Self-propelled | No |
| Rear roller | No |
| Mulching | No |
| Cutting heights | 6 positions |
| Bag capacity | 50 L |
| Suited to lawn | Medium |
| Noise level | 78 dB |
Buying second-hand
Used £55-95. The 1800W motor is well over-spec for the deck so even neglected examples usually run. Always test the cable end-to-end (some users splice without proper waterproof junction), and check the grass box latch — it cracks on the inner tab. £8 replacement direct from B+D.
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Repair-cost reference
UK 2026 ballpark prices for the parts you're most likely to need on this mower. OEM is dealer-genuine; aftermarket is what you'll find on eBay or generic small-engine suppliers. Use these to sense-check any quote and to negotiate on used buys.
| Part / job | OEM | Aftermarket |
|---|---|---|
|
Replacement 48cm blade
Annual sharpening is free; replace when bent or cracked.
|
£24–£32 | £8–£12 |
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