Our verdict
The bottom line
The right Honda for buyers who never want to pull a rope. The electric start is what separates this from the rope-start HRG 466 SK — at the cost of an extra £50 used and one more thing to fail. Worth it for older or less able operators.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Electric start removes the pull-cord issue
- Honda OHC engine reliability
- Self-propelled with single-lever drive
- Comfortable handle position
Cons
- Battery for the start motor adds a wear part
- Heavier than the rope-start HRG 466 SK
- No rear roller — no stripes
Full specs
| Type | Petrol |
|---|---|
| Cut width | 46 cm |
| Engine / Power | Honda GCV 145 OHC 145cc |
| Weight | 34 kg |
| Deck | Steel |
| Self-propelled | Yes |
| Rear roller | No |
| Mulching | Yes |
| Cutting heights | 6 positions |
| Bag capacity | 55 L |
| Suited to lawn | Medium |
| Noise level | 95 dB |
Buying second-hand
Used-market tip
£320–420 used is realistic. Test the electric start cold — a slow turn-over means the battery is dying (£35 replacement). Otherwise same checks as any IZY: golden oil, clean rope-start as fallback, drive cable not slipping under load.
Where to look: Facebook Marketplace and Gumtree are usually 20–30% cheaper than eBay UK for petrol mowers because most sellers want local pickup. eBay tends to win on cordless and electric (lighter, easier to ship). Always insist on a starting demonstration before paying.