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Honda HRN Walk-Behind Self-Propelled Lawn Mower with Twin Blade System and Smart Drive, 166cc Honda GCV170 Engine, 21in. Deck, Model# HRN216VKAD

Item# 88530
Honda HRN Walk-Behind Self-Propelled Lawn Mower with Twin Blade System and Smart Drive, 166cc Honda GCV170 Engine, 21in. Deck, Model# HRN216VKAD

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Honda HRN Walk-Behind Self-Propelled Lawn Mower with Twin Blade System and Smart Drive, 166cc Honda GCV170 Engine, 21in. Deck, Model# HRN216VKAD

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  • Powered by quick starting Honda GCV170 4-stroke, 166cc engine with auto choke
  • Adjustable Smart Drive system allows you to vary your speed quickly and easily with just a press of the handlebar control
  • Self-propelled design with 4 mph max. cutting speed
  • MicroCut Twin Blades uses 4 cutting surfaces to deliver ultra fine clippings and superior cut quality
  • Multiple cutting options with 3-in-1 Clip Director for mulching, bagging or rear discharge capabilities

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Product Summary

The innovative Honda HRN Walk-Behind Self-Propelled Lawn Mower with Twin Blade System and Smart Drive® offers outstanding and dependable power, torque and performance with a 3in.-1 system that allows you to mulch, bag or discharge. A powerful Honda GCV170 4-stroke engine leads the way with rugged durability, easy operation, improved serviceability and advanced power. The adjustable Smart Drive system allows you to vary your speed quickly and easily with just a press of the handlebar control. The convenient auto choke system provides quick and easy starting. EPA and CARB compliant. 3-year limited consumer warranty.

What's Included

    (1) Self-propelled lawn mower with Smart Drive®

Features + Benefits

  • Powered by quick starting Honda GCV170 4-stroke, 166cc engine with auto choke
  • Adjustable Smart Drive system allows you to vary your speed quickly and easily with just a press of the handlebar control
  • Self-propelled design with 4 mph max. cutting speed
  • MicroCut Twin Blades uses 4 cutting surfaces to deliver ultra fine clippings and superior cut quality
  • Multiple cutting options with 3-in-1 Clip Director for mulching, bagging or rear discharge capabilities
  • Tough steel/resin 21in. steel mowing deck
  • 7-position height adjustment from 1in. to 4in. with 2-lever adjustment control
  • EZ fold handle with 2-position height adjustment
  • 8in. front and rear wheels provide smooth operation
  • 1.9-bushel bagger capacity

Key Specs

AttributeSpecification

item#

88530

Brand

Honda Power Equipment

Manufacturer's Warranty

36 months parts/36months labor

Ship Weight

82.3 LB

Cutting Width

21 in

Engine Displacement

166 cc

Start Type

Recoil

Power Source

Gas

Fuel Type

Gasoline

Drive Type

Belt

Min. Cut Height

1 in

Max. Cut Height

4 in
AttributeSpecification

Self-Propelled

Yes

Bagger Included

Yes

Blades (qty.)

2

Engine Brand

Honda

Wheel Type

Rubber

Front Tire Diameter

8 in

Back Tire Diameter

8 in

Deck Material

Multiple

Product Category

Walk-Behind Mowers

Product Weight

lb

Dimensions L x W x H (in.)

61.0 x 22.625 x 40.875 in

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Questions & Answers

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  1. can you remove the bag & cut without it (mulching)

    1. Yes, you can cut without the bag.

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    2. I have this mower and I never use the bag. The lawn always look like I banged the grass. My lawn looks perfect. Best lawn mower I ever used. Be sure you put at the green handle on mulch.

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    3. As you know there is no side discharge and although you can switch from mulch to bag with a lever and then just remove the bag (which I just keep on all the time) it's not really designed for that as the grass would try to come out the back towards you.

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    4. Yes. That is how we are using it.

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    5. This mower is capable of mulching. The bag can be removed for mulching, but it does not have to be. There is a Clip Director on the mower which can be adjusted to either the Bag or the Mulch position to achieve the style of mowing desired.

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  2. Does the Honda HRN 216VKA have a deck wash port?

    Does the Honda HRN216VKA have a deck wash port? If not how frequent does Honda recommend cleaning the deck?

    1. No but you turn off the gas and put it on it side. Better than a water port. I clean my every time I mow. When I put it a way it look bran new again.

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    2. no deck port wash, don't know about recommended cleaning, but if you want to clean under the mower any time grass is sticking in order for the mulching to work properly.

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    3. This does not have a deck wash port. It is recommended to rinse after heavy use to prevent build up of grass under the deck.

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  3. can you set/use the mower at one speed & not use the smart drive

    1. Not that I have figured out, the smart drive is fairly easy to use and does not fatigue the thumbs even after an hour of use.

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    2. The Honda HRN Walk Behind Mower does not have a set speed option.

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  4. If you release the self propelled in a fence corner can you pull the mower backwards?

    1 answer

    1. Both the back wheels are engaged when you pull the mower backward after disengaging the self propel feature on the mower.

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  5. Is this a rear wheel drive mower

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    1. The mower would be rear wheel drive.

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  6. with this mower, do both rear wheels propel or just one?

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    1. You will apply pressure to the Smart Drive control. This will engage both rear wheels. When you release the Smart Drive control it will disengage (stop) the rear wheels.

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  7. How is the self propeller system work? Is there a belt does it wear out? 

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    1. A self propelled mower pushes itself forward instead of the operator pushing from behind. Once you engage the drive lever, the drive system engages and the mower propels itself forward. The Honda mower model HRN216VKA will have a drive belt model 22431-VR8-N03. The drive belt will wear out in time and require replacing. We do not sell parts through Northern Tool. A replacement belt can be purchased through our sister company Jacks Small Engine through the link provided. https://jackssmallengines.com/

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  8. How well does this mower operate in heavy grass?  

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    1. The twin blades on this mower would work well in heavy grass.

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  9. My front wheel hood cover clasps snapped, what is the replacement part for the entire hood cover?

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    1. We do not carry replacement parts for the mower. Please contact the manufacturer directly.

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  10. What does the last 4 digits of the model number "VKAD" represent?

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    1. The model number HRN216VKA. the V stand for variable (smart) drive, the K stands for auto choke with flywheel brake, A stands for the US market and the D represents that the model is no longer affected by the decompressor system malfunction recall.

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Warranty

Manufacturer's Warranty

36 months parts/36months labor

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