Head-to-head

Honda HRX 476 VY vs Hayter Harrier 41 AD

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

Honda

HRX 476 VY

"Premium roller petrol with Versamow & Roto-Stop"

RRP New
£949
Manufacturer
Buy Now
£899
Lowest UK retailer
Used Avg
£550
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4.7 (412) · Value 8.8/10
Full HRX 476 VY review →
Hayter

Harrier 41 AD

"British-built premium roller — the Land Rover of mowers"

RRP New
£859
Manufacturer
Buy Now
£799
Lowest UK retailer
Used Avg
£450
Facebook / eBay UK avg
4.6 (198) · Value 8/10
Full Harrier 41 AD review →

Verdict — which one to buy

Our take

The classic premium-roller decision. The Hayter is British-built and serviceable for 30 years; the Honda is heavier and wider but easier to find used. Stripers and traditionalists go Hayter; pragmatists who want one mower forever go Honda.

Spec-by-spec

Honda HRX 476 VYHayter Harrier 41 AD
RRP£949£859
Buy now£899£799
Used avg£550£450
TypePetrolPetrol
Engine / PowerHonda GCVx 170 OHC 166ccHonda GCV 145
Cut width47 cm41 cm
Weight40 kg34 kg
Self-propelledYesYes
Rear roller (stripes)YesYes
MulchingYesNo
Bag capacity85 L55 L
Suited to lawnLargeMedium
Noise95 dB95 dB
Rating4.7 / 54.6 / 5
Value score8.8 / 108 / 10

Pros & cons of each

Honda HRX 476 VY

Pros

  • Honda engine — bulletproof reliability
  • True Versamow mulch-and-collect on the fly
  • Rear roller leaves perfect stripes
  • Holds resale value better than any rival

Cons

  • Heavy at 40kg on hilly lawns
  • Premium price even used
  • Versamow lever can stiffen with age
Hayter Harrier 41 AD

Pros

  • British-built quality and parts support
  • Honda engine inside
  • Beautiful stripes from the heavy rear roller
  • Variable speed self-propel

Cons

  • Expensive new and only fair value used
  • 41cm cut narrower than rivals at this price
  • Heavier deck means harder to manoeuvre

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