Our verdict
The Murray EQ400X is the cheapest way into a Briggs-engined petrol mower in the UK. It's not a 10-year machine — the deck is thin steel and the wheels won't last past three seasons of hard use — but at £249 new and £100-130 used it doesn't need to be. For a 600m² lawn that gets cut every fortnight, it's enough mower. The Hyundai HYM430SP is the better buy if you can stretch another £80 for self-drive.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Genuine Briggs 450E engine — easy parts
- 21kg — light enough for slopes
- Mulch plug included
- Cheapest current petrol push from a known brand
Cons
- No self-drive
- Plastic wheels with bushings, not bearings
- Single-lever cutting height adjuster is stiff
Full specs
| Type | Petrol |
|---|---|
| Cut width | 41 cm |
| Engine / Power | Briggs & Stratton 450E 125cc |
| Weight | 21 kg |
| Deck | Steel |
| Self-propelled | No |
| Rear roller | No |
| Mulching | Yes |
| Cutting heights | 6 positions |
| Bag capacity | 55 L |
| Suited to lawn | Medium |
| Noise level | 95 dB |
Buying second-hand
Used EQ400Xs are a tenner or two cheaper than the equivalent Hyundai because Murray brand recognition is weaker. Briggs 450E should start in two pulls cold, one warm — anything more is a carb service (£25 DIY, £50 trade). Check the deck for rust around the discharge chute; that's where Murrays go first.
Where to buy the Murray EQ400X
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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 41cm blade
Annual sharpening is free; replace when bent or cracked.
|
£24–£32 | £8–£12 |
|
Air filter (foam)
|
£12 | £4 |
|
Spark plug (NGK BPR4ES)
|
£8 | £3 |
|
Primer bulb
|
£6 | £3 |
Fair-offer calculator
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Calculations are guidance, not gospel. Used-market prices vary by region (Scotland is typically 10–15% cheaper than the South-East), season (October cheapest, March most expensive), and seller motivation.
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