Our verdict
For buyers who mulch religiously and never bag clippings. If you accept that a mulch-only mower needs a regular cutting schedule, this is dramatically faster than collect-and-empty. For most British lawns the bag is more useful than the mulch convenience.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Mulching-only design — no bag emptying
- Self-propelled at sub-£400
- Stiga engine reliability
- 46cm cut covers efficiently
Cons
- No collection — useless on first cut
- No rear roller
- Mulching needs short dry grass to work well
Full specs
| Type | Petrol |
|---|---|
| Cut width | 46 cm |
| Engine / Power | Stiga ST120 OHV 123cc |
| Weight | 29 kg |
| Deck | Steel |
| Self-propelled | Yes |
| Rear roller | No |
| Mulching | Yes |
| Cutting heights | 6 positions |
| Bag capacity | — |
| Suited to lawn | Medium |
| Noise level | 95 dB |
Buying second-hand
£120–220 used. Specialist mowers have a smaller buyer pool — bargains appear. Stiga engine same checks as any Mountfield. Mulch deck builds up grass — flip and clean before judging cut quality.
Where to buy the Mountfield S461PD HW Multiclip
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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 46cm blade
Annual sharpening is free; replace when bent or cracked.
|
£24–£32 | £8–£12 |
|
Foam air filter
|
£10 | £3 |
|
Spark plug
|
£8 | £3 |
|
Carburettor service kit
|
£25 | £10 |
|
Drive cable replacement
Stretches at 5–8 years. 30-minute DIY fit.
|
£18–£28 | £8 |
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