Our verdict
For estate owners, professional gardeners, and people with serious slopes. Countax build them like tractors and they last accordingly. The 4WD genuinely changes what is possible on a hilly lawn.
Pros & cons
Pros
- British-built and serviceable for decades
- True 4WD on slopes
- Honda engine
- PGC powered grass collector — handles wet grass
Cons
- Eye-watering new price
- Heavy at 310kg
- Niche product — slower resale
Full specs
| Type | Ride-on |
|---|---|
| Cut width | 107 cm |
| Engine / Power | Honda GXV390 |
| Weight | 310 kg |
| Deck | Steel |
| Self-propelled | Yes |
| Rear roller | No |
| Mulching | No |
| Cutting heights | 6 positions |
| Bag capacity | 320 L |
| Suited to lawn | Large |
| Noise level | 100 dB |
Buying second-hand
£2200–4000 used. Honda engine hours under 600 is good. 4WD diff oil should be checked and the seller should know when it was last changed. PGC blower belt is the wear part — slipping means poor collection. Countax service history adds significantly to value as parts come from one source.
Where to buy the Countax B65-4WD
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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 107cm 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 |
|
Deck spindle bearing
Replace if blade vibrates or the deck whines under load.
|
£48 each | £22 each |
|
Transaxle service (gear oil change)
Hydrostatic units need fresh fluid every 200 hours.
|
£60 dealer | £15 DIY |
|
12V starter battery
Generic 12V 18Ah lawn-tractor battery — fits most ride-ons.
|
£45 | £28 |
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