Ideal for lawn contractors, the HRU196 offers a tough GXV160 engine, smart safety features and is built tough to handle all environments and conditions NZ has to offer.
The HRU196 has a powerful, long-lasting 5.5 horsepower-class engine with cast-iron bore in the form of a GXV160. Part of the all-conquering GXV range, and drawing on three decades of GX engine technology, you're in good hands with the GXV.
Features
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54 litre Polymer catcher
Our large 54 litre capacity polymer grass catcher is perfectly balanced. Making it easy to empty, saving you time and effort.
4 Swingback blades
To finish the job off, the swing back blade cutting system delivers a professional finish while improving the quality of your lawn.
No fuel mixing
This means you can fill up your HRU196 with the same regular unleaded that you put in your car, so no messy oil and fuel mixing involved. This mower has less emissions and great fuel economy so good for you and the environment.
Upper handle pull cord
The HRU196's pull cord is attached to the upper handles for ease of use, so you won’t need to bend over to pull the cord.
Engine Brake
Stops the blades and engine within three seconds of releasing the handle. This technology allows you to step away from the mower to clear away hazards, empty the catcher or just take a quick break safely.
19" alloy cutting deck
The HRU196 is easy to push with a generous rustproof 19 inch aluminium cutting deck.
Easy clean
The HRU196 is easy to clean with its polypropylene snap-on fitting. Just connect your hose to easily clean under the deck while you stay dry as a bone.
Easy catching
The HRU196's wide chute helps to dispose of more grass clippings quickly, allowing you to cut more while reducing the chances of blocking the chute.
Mulching function
Efficiently fertilise your lawns while saving time emptying the catcher thanks to the HRU196's easy to fit mulching plug.
Wheel quality
With hard-wearing PVC tyres and high strength polyethylene hubs, this mower has been tried and tested.
Rear safety shield
The rear safety shield offers added user protection.
11 position cutting height adjustment
Convenient eleven position (16mm to 85mm) height adjustment lever to set mowing height to the perfect level for your lawn and ground conditions.
Quality Mowing Down Under
One of the most advanced lawnmowers Honda has ever built. Assembled in Australia, the HRU196 features the best cutting and mulching performance seen on a Honda mower that has earnt its status as a perfect push mower for kiwi contractors.
A Warranty That Cuts It
Honda's leading range of power equipment comes with leading warranty periods. Our range of power equipment products carry up to a 4 year domestic warranty*.
With regular servicing by a Honda authorised dealer, using only Honda Genuine Parts and Accessories, your Honda product will work hard around your home for many years.
Find more details on Honda's warranties and the warranty schedule on our warranty page.
Engineering for Life - Honda products are developed with the features, quality and reliability to deliver
Easy Start
With Honda 4-stroke engines and intake control your motor will start ‘first time every time’ meaning considerably more ease of use.
No Fuel Mixing
Advanced 4-Stroke Technology provides outstanding fuel efficiency, low emissions and no messy fuel mixing.
Advanced 4-stroke Technology
Honda are pioneers in 4-stroke engine technology and continue to lead the way in producing top of the range engines with superior performance and power.
Honda Mow-Safe™ Engine Brake
One of Honda's most recent innovations is its Mow-Safe Technology™. Honda's all new mower range incorporates this latest safety feature to protect you and those nearby from potential hazards. The technology allows for the engine and rotating blades in the mower to stop within 3 seconds of releasing the handle. Added safety with Honda's new Mow-Safe Technology™.
