Our verdict
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
£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 buy the Honda HRG 466 SDE
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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 46cm blade
Annual sharpening is free; replace when bent or cracked.
|
£24–£32 | £8–£12 |
|
Genuine Honda foam air filter
|
£18 | £8 |
|
NGK spark plug BPR6ES
|
£14 | £5 |
|
Cam belt (genuine Honda)
|
£35 | £18 |
|
Drive cable replacement
Stretches at 5–8 years. 30-minute DIY fit.
|
£18–£28 | £8 |
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