Head-to-head

Hayter Harrier 41 AD vs Atco Liner 16S

A side-by-side comparison of two mowers UK buyers commonly choose between. Prices, full specs, and a verdict on which one to buy.

Hayter

Harrier 41 AD

"British-built premium roller — the Land Rover of mowers"

RRP New
£859
Manufacturer
Buy Now
£799
Lowest UK retailer
Used Avg
£450
Facebook / eBay UK avg
4.6 (198) · Value 8/10
Full Harrier 41 AD review →
Atco

Liner 16S

"Heritage British roller — Marketplace classic"

RRP New
£799
Manufacturer
Buy Now
£729
Lowest UK retailer
Used Avg
£320
Facebook / eBay UK avg
4.5 (288) · Value 8/10
Full Liner 16S review →

Verdict — which one to buy

Our take

Heritage British roller petrol comparison. Both have stripes, both have steel rollers. Hayter wins on engine pedigree (Honda GCV inside) and resale; Atco wins on used-market price. Hayter for ownership longevity; Atco for the bargain.

Spec-by-spec

Hayter Harrier 41 ADAtco Liner 16S
RRP£859£799
Buy now£799£729
Used avg£450£320
TypePetrolPetrol
Engine / PowerHonda GCV 145Briggs & Stratton 500E
Cut width41 cm41 cm
Weight34 kg34 kg
Self-propelledYesYes
Rear roller (stripes)YesYes
MulchingNoNo
Bag capacity55 L55 L
Suited to lawnMediumMedium
Noise95 dB95 dB
Rating4.6 / 54.5 / 5
Value score8 / 108 / 10

Pros & cons of each

Hayter Harrier 41 AD

Pros

  • British-built quality and parts support
  • Honda engine inside
  • Beautiful stripes from the heavy rear roller
  • Variable speed self-propel

Cons

  • Expensive new and only fair value used
  • 41cm cut narrower than rivals at this price
  • Heavier deck means harder to manoeuvre
Atco Liner 16S

Pros

  • Heavy steel-roller deck — superb stripes
  • British-built with parts continuity
  • Briggs engine reliability
  • Self-propelled with proper lawn tractor feel

Cons

  • Heavy at 34kg
  • Steel deck rusts if stored damp
  • New price ambitious vs Hayter Spirit

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