Head-to-head

Husqvarna LC 247SP vs Honda HRG 466 SK

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

Husqvarna

LC 247SP

"Husqvarna mid-range petrol SP — built in Europe"

RRP New
£579
Manufacturer
Buy Now
£529
Lowest UK retailer
Used Avg
£320
Facebook / eBay UK avg
4.5 (222) · Value 7.9/10
Full LC 247SP review →
Honda

HRG 466 SK

"Mid-range Honda petrol with Izy reliability"

RRP New
£599
Manufacturer
Buy Now
£549
Lowest UK retailer
Used Avg
£350
Facebook / eBay UK avg
4.6 (588) · Value 8.4/10
Full HRG 466 SK review →

Verdict — which one to buy

Our take

Premium walk-behind petrol SPs. Honda wins on engine longevity (15+ years typical); Husqvarna wins on build quality outside the engine. Honda for one-mower-forever buyers; Husqvarna for buyers with a local Husqvarna dealer.

Spec-by-spec

Husqvarna LC 247SPHonda HRG 466 SK
RRP£579£599
Buy now£529£549
Used avg£320£350
TypePetrolPetrol
Engine / PowerHusqvarna HQ745Honda GCV 145 OHC
Cut width47 cm46 cm
Weight33 kg31 kg
Self-propelledYesYes
Rear roller (stripes)NoNo
MulchingYesYes
Bag capacity60 L50 L
Suited to lawnMediumMedium
Noise95 dB95 dB
Rating4.5 / 54.6 / 5
Value score7.9 / 108.4 / 10

Pros & cons of each

Husqvarna LC 247SP

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
Honda HRG 466 SK

Pros

  • Honda OHC engine — reliable and easy to start
  • Self-propelled with single-lever drive
  • Mulch plug included as standard
  • Lighter than the HRX flagship

Cons

  • No rear roller — no stripes
  • 50L box smaller than rivals
  • Drive cable can stretch with age

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