Our verdict
The bottom line
A solid Husqvarna walk-behind petrol. Build quality genuinely above Mountfield/Cobra at this price point. The Husqvarna HQ engine is well-engineered but parts are dealer-only — that's the trade-off vs. a Briggs-equipped rival.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Husqvarna build quality and dealer support
- HQ745 engine — Husqvarna in-house design
- Self-propelled with single-lever drive
- Mulch plug standard
Cons
- Husqvarna-only parts mean dealer trips
- Premium price for a 47cm petrol
- HQ engine less universal than Honda or Briggs
Full specs
| Type | Petrol |
|---|---|
| Cut width | 47 cm |
| Engine / Power | Husqvarna HQ745 |
| Weight | 33 kg |
| Deck | Steel |
| Self-propelled | Yes |
| Rear roller | No |
| Mulching | Yes |
| Cutting heights | 6 positions |
| Bag capacity | 60 L |
| Suited to lawn | Medium |
| Noise level | 95 dB |
Buying second-hand
Used-market tip
£200–340 used. Husqvarna chassis serial verifies dealer service history — check it. HQ engine starts cleanly cold; sluggish cold-start is a sign of varnished carb (£60 service). Drive cable and rear flap hinge are wear points; check both.
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.
