The Honda HRG 466 PKEH is a 46cm hand-propelled petrol lawn mower designed for straightforward mowing on small and medium-sized lawns. It is powered by Honda’s 145cc GCVx145 OHV four-stroke engine and combines a pressed-steel cutting deck, six cutting heights and a 50-litre grass bag.
Honda rates the HRG 466 PKEH for lawns up to 1,200m². Because this model must be pushed by the operator, Masseys recommends considering the size, slope and layout of your garden as well as the manufacturer’s maximum area rating. For larger, sloping or more physically demanding lawns, compare the self-propelled Honda HRG 466 SKEH.
Is the Honda HRG 466 PKEH right for my lawn?
The HRG 466 PKEH is a good match for a relatively flat, manageable lawn where you want the control and mechanical simplicity of a push mower. Its 46cm cutting width covers more ground per pass than a compact 41cm mower, while its 29kg dry weight keeps it lighter than the equivalent self-propelled HRG 466 model.
Choose a self-propelled mower if your lawn has noticeable slopes, if you find pushing a petrol mower tiring, or if you regularly mow towards the upper end of Honda’s area recommendation. For a smaller and more manoeuvrable option, see the Honda HRG 416 PKEH 41cm push mower.
Honda HRG 466 PKEH key features
- Honda GCVx145 engine: a 145cc OHV four-stroke petrol engine with Honda Auto Choke.
- Push transmission: the operator controls the mower’s forward movement, with no powered wheel drive.
- 46cm cutting width: provides useful lawn coverage while remaining manoeuvrable around beds, paths and garden features.
- Six cutting heights: adjust the cut between 20mm and 74mm to suit the season and grass conditions.
- Pressed-steel deck: a powder-coated steel cutting deck designed for Honda’s Izy lawn mower range.
- 50-litre grass bag: offers practical collection capacity for regular domestic mowing.
- Optional mulching: mulching is available with a compatible Honda mulching kit purchased separately.
- Service-friendly design: convenient access to the spark plug, oil drain and air filter supports routine maintenance.
Honda GCVx145 engine with Auto Choke
The Honda GCVx145 is a 145cc OHV four-stroke petrol engine. Honda’s Auto Choke system automatically manages the choke during normal starting, removing the need for a separate manual choke control. The engine has a recoil starter and a 0.91-litre fuel tank.
Always use the petrol and engine-oil grades specified in the supplied Honda owner’s manual. Check the engine-oil level before use and follow Honda’s maintenance schedule to support safe operation, dependable performance and warranty eligibility.
46cm cutting deck and six cutting heights
The 46cm pressed-steel deck gives the HRG 466 PKEH more cutting capacity than the smaller 41cm HRG 416 PKEH. It is suited to lawns where a compact mower would require too many passes but a larger 53cm machine would be unnecessarily difficult to manoeuvre.
Six cutting positions provide a range from 20mm to 74mm. This allows the mower to be raised when the grass is longer and lowered for a shorter finish when lawn and weather conditions are suitable.
When the grass is particularly long, begin with a higher cutting position and reduce the height gradually. Avoid trying to remove excessive growth in one pass, as this can affect cutting and collection performance.
Grass collection and optional mulching
Cut grass is directed into the 50-litre fabric grass bag. The capacity provides a practical balance between mowing time and the weight of a full collector. Regularly emptying the bag and keeping the underside of the deck clear will help maintain collection airflow.
The HRG 466 PKEH does not include Honda’s integrated Versamow Selective system. Mulching is available only when a compatible optional Honda mulching kit is fitted. Check kit compatibility, price and availability with Masseys before ordering if mulching is important to you.
Push mower or self-propelled mower?
A hand-propelled mower generally costs less and weighs less than an equivalent mower with powered wheel drive. It also gives the operator direct control over forward speed and direction, which can be useful when mowing around obstacles or working in tighter areas.
The trade-off is that the operator supplies all of the pushing effort. This is an important consideration if the lawn is large, sloping or uneven.
The Honda HRG 466 SKEH uses the same 46cm class of deck and Honda GCVx145 engine but adds single-speed self-propelled drive. It is the better choice where reducing pushing effort is more important than lower weight and mechanical simplicity.
Honda HRG 466 PKEH comparison
| Model | Cutting width | Drive | Grass bag | Best reason to choose it |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda HRG 416 PKEH | 41cm | Push | 42 litres | More compact for smaller lawns and tighter access |
| Honda HRG 466 PKEH | 46cm | Push | 50 litres | Wider cutting capacity without powered wheel drive |
| Honda HRG 466 SKEH | 46cm | Single-speed self-propelled | 50 litres | Reduced pushing effort on larger or sloping lawns |
Why Masseys recommends the Honda HRG 466 PKEH
Masseys recommends the Honda HRG 466 PKEH for customers who want a 46cm Honda petrol mower but do not require self-propelled drive. It provides more cutting coverage and a larger collector than the 41cm HRG 416 PKEH while retaining the direct control and lower weight of a push mower.
Its main limitation is equally straightforward: the operator must supply the pushing effort. Masseys therefore recommends it most strongly for relatively flat, manageable lawns. Customers with slopes, mobility concerns or a larger mowing workload should compare the self-propelled HRG 466 SKEH before deciding.
Masseys is a Honda garden-machinery dealer offering product advice, machine setup options, local delivery and workshop support. Browse all Honda lawn mowers or contact the Masseys team in Swadlincote for help choosing the right model.
Honda HRG 466 PKEH specifications
| Model | Honda HRG 466 PKEH / HRG 466 PK |
|---|---|
| EAN / GTIN-13 | 3573390004370 |
| Engine | Honda GCVx145 OHV four-stroke |
| Engine capacity | 145cc |
| Starting system | Recoil start with Auto Choke |
| Fuel-tank capacity | 0.91 litres |
| Transmission | Hand propelled / push |
| Cutting width | 46cm / 18 inches |
| Deck material | Pressed steel |
| Cutting heights | 20–74mm, six positions |
| Grass-bag capacity | 50 litres |
| Mulching | Optional with a separately purchased compatible Honda kit |
| Rear roller | No |
| Roto-Stop | No |
| Electric start | No |
| Guaranteed sound level | 94dB(A) |
| Dry weight | 29kg |
| Dimensions | 1,445 × 497 × 980mm |
| Honda lawn-area rating | Up to 1,200m², subject to lawn conditions |
| Warranty | 5 years for domestic use or 3 months for professional use, subject to Honda registration, servicing and warranty terms |
Fuel, servicing and warranty
Use fresh unleaded petrol and the engine oil specified in the Honda manual. For more stable storage fuel with no ethanol, see Aspen alkylate fuel.
Honda currently lists a five-year warranty for domestic use and three months for professional use on Izy lawn mowers. Registration, servicing and Honda’s warranty conditions apply, so retain your purchase and service records.
Regular servicing helps keep the engine, controls and cutting system operating correctly. Masseys provides garden machinery servicing and repairs from its Swadlincote workshop.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Honda HRG 466 PKEH self-propelled?
No. The HRG 466 PKEH is a hand-propelled mower that must be pushed by the operator. The Honda HRG 466 SKEH is the comparable self-propelled model.
What size lawn can the Honda HRG 466 PKEH cut?
Honda rates it for lawns up to 1,200m². Because it is hand propelled, practical suitability also depends on the lawn’s slope, layout, obstacles and the operator’s preferred level of effort.
Can the Honda HRG 466 PKEH mulch grass?
Yes, but only with a compatible optional Honda mulching kit purchased separately. Selective Versamow mulching is not built into this model.
Does the Honda HRG 466 PKEH produce lawn stripes?
The mower does not have a rear roller, so it is not designed to create the pronounced striped finish associated with a dedicated roller mower.
How many cutting heights does it have?
There are six cutting-height positions covering a range from 20mm to 74mm.
How heavy is the Honda HRG 466 PKEH?
Honda lists a dry weight of 29kg.
Does it have electric start?
No. The HRG 466 PKEH uses a recoil starter supported by Honda’s Auto Choke system.
What warranty does it have?
Honda currently lists five years for qualifying domestic use and three months for professional use. Product registration, scheduled servicing and Honda’s warranty conditions apply.
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