Honda
Honda HF 2317 HM Lawn Tractor
4.8/5
Large domestic gardens and small estates requiring a premium finish with minimal effort.
Petrol
Ride-On Mower
92cm cut
Self-propelled
Mulching
From £4,117
premium price range
Verdict
Honda HF review (2026, UK)
Our Honda HF review (2026, UK): Large domestic gardens and small estates requiring a premium finish with minimal effort.. We tested the HF on real UK lawns to see whether it earns a place in 2026's shortlist — below you'll find our verdict, full specs, pros and cons, live UK prices, and how the HF compares with other Honda mowers.
Our editorial rating: 4.8/5 · Tested by Garden-Review for UK gardens.
Overview
The Honda HF 2317 HM is a premium lawn tractor engineered for large lawns, featuring a powerful OHC V-twin engine and hydrostatic drive. It delivers effortless mowing with excellent grass collection performance and a tight turning circle for navigating obstacles.
Key Features
- 92cm (36 inch) synchronized twin blades for consistent cutting
- Hydrostatic transmission for smooth speed control
- Optiflow system for superior grass collection and reduced clogging spinning
- Powerful GCV530 V-twin engine providing 17hp performance
- Large 280-litre grass bag with manual dump lever
Honda HF Pros & Cons
Pros
- Incredible durability and build quality typical of Honda products
- Excellent grass collection even in damp conditions thanks to Optiflow
- Very easy to drive with foot-pedal operated hydrostatic drive
- Synchronous blade timing ensures no 'uncut' strips even when turning
Cons
- High initial investment cost
- Requires significant storage space due to size
- Petrol engine requires regular annual servicing
Technical Specifications
| Type | Ride-On Mower |
| Power | Petrol |
| Cutting Width | 92 cm |
| Self-Propelled | Yes |
| Mulching | Yes |
| Grass Collection | Yes |
| Rear Roller | No |
| Garden Size | large |
| Terrain | flat, sloped, uneven |