Our verdict
The bottom line
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
Used-market tip
£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 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.
