If you own a larger lawn (around 3000sq.m) & would like to keep it in peak condition without expending any-effort, this groundbreaking robot mower from Honda should be at the top of your shopping-list. It’s fast & hassle-free to set-up. Firstly position the base-station (which is essentially where the mower ‘lives’), then layout the border wire around the area that’s to be mown. You can then programme the mower to depart its base at the time you prefer, leaving you to enjoy more spare time from spring through to autumn. Honda Miimo HRM500 Robotic Lawn Mower runs on a high-powered lithium-ion battery, which has many advantages over its lower-spec ni-cad cousins, including a lack of self-discharge & memory effect; & longer run-times & shorter charge-times. When the battery is low, the mower will return to its base for recharging of its own accord. Fitted with three blades that will finely chop grass-clippings as they swirl under the deck, the Honda Miimo HRM500 will leave your lawn free of messy cuttings & thoroughly well-nourished by the rapid decomposition of the shredded grass (the blades are made from flexible material, so they won’t dangerously shatter in the event they hit an immoveable object). Equipped with three independent ‘bump’ sensors, the Miimo HRM500 will stop & turn away from any obstacle it might encounter. Also featured is a ‘ Yaw’ sensor, which keeps the mower firmly on course when it’s mowing sideways along slopes; & a ‘lift’ sensor, which kicks-in when a lack of contact with the ground is detected. The unit is then deactivated, with the entry of your chosen pin-code the only way to get it going again – this renders it a particularly unattractive target for thieves; & also ensures a curious child wouldn’t be injured by having a look underneath the machine. Three operating-modes are offered (random; directional; mixed), so you can choose the one that will be most effective for the size & shape of your lawn. ...

This heavy-duty duty grass-manager from Honda has been developed for the commercial contractor who’s looking for a fast & efficient way to tackle very large areas of rough grass. It’s driven by a high-performance 160cc four-stroke Honda engine, power from which is sent via a shaft-drive transmission, so there’s no loss of torque; & it has two extra-large diameter drive-wheels, which aid turning & provide the sort of traction you’ll need to work effectively in adverse conditions. The Honda UM536-EB is equipped with a rugged pressed-steel cutter-deck & is built around a strong & durable tubular-steel frame, so it’s capable of withstanding the rigours of intensive professional use. It features Honda’s Roto-Stop® blade-brake, so you can stop the blade & keep the engine running; & it benefits from an extra-wide side-discharge chute that won’t become blocked, even if you’re mowing very long grass. This model has a 53cm working-width. ...

The Honda UM536-EB is a heavy-duty, high-performance machine that’s designed to make the job of maintaining orchards, paddocks & similar substantial rough-grass areas a whole lot easier. It’s a side-discharge machine with an unusually wide discharge chute, so it’s capable of tackling very long or damp grass; & it features a two-speed power-drive for enhanced control & fatigue-free mowing. A shaft-drive type transmission confers superior reliability & ensures ultra-efficient power-transfer. Central to the Honda UM536-EB Professional Grass-Manager is its premium-quality Honda engine (163cc). This four-stroke, overhead-valve unit runs quietly & smoothly; offers outstanding fuel-economy; & will prove exceptionally dependable & easy to start. A large-capacity fuel-tank helps to reduce the number of top-up stops that are required. Featuring a super-tough 53cm pressed-steel deck & a rugged tubular-steel frame, the Honda UM536-EB is well equipped to withstand the sort of abuse it’s bound to encounter in the hands of the landscape professional. Its very large-diameter drive-wheels ensure you’ll have plenty of grip in typically damp British conditions; while a front-castor wheel makes it highly manoeuvrable & really easy to control for such a large machine. This model also features Honda’s Roto-Stop® blade-break clutch. This means that you can stop the blades but keep the engine running; ideal when crossing non-grass areas & when moving any obstacles that are in your way. A four-stage height-of cut (adjustable between 15 & 75mm) allows you t set the mower up to suit the grass conditions. ...

The Honda UM616-EB is the largest rough-grass mower in the range & has the power & build-quality to cope with the most demanding commercial landscaping applications. It’s fitted with a very high-performance 160cc OHV engine from Honda, so you can be confident of superior fuel-economy & reliability; & it has a hydrostatic-drive; a high-specification feature that means that you can vary the forward speed while on the move, in turn improving control & enabling you to operate at the most appropriate pace for the conditions. This heavy-duty machine has a robust pressed-steel cutter-deck with four-heights-of-cut (15 – 75mm) that can be selected using handily positioned foot pedals. Very large-diameter drive wheels ensure you’ll have no trouble working on damp ground; while an extra-wide side-discharge chute makes it possible to mow very long grass without fear of blockages. The Honda UM616-EB has a huge 61cm cutting-width. ...

If you’re a professional contractor looking-after substantial rough-grass areas like paddocks & orchards, then the Honda UM616-EB will prove an invaluable tool. A high-specification machine, it features a hydrostatic transmission that gives you variable control of the ground-speed. This enhances manoeuvrability & means that you can select a forward that best suits both the terrain & the length of grass you’re working on. The Honda UM616-EB Professional Grass-Manager is driven by a high-powered 163cc Honda four-stroke engine. As you’d expect from a Honda engine, it’s quiet-running, smooth in operation, fuel-efficient & ultra-reliable. Power from the engine is sent via a belt drive for simpler maintenance. Featuring a strong pressed-steel deck & a robust tubular-steel frame, this heavy-duty field mower will cope easily with intensive, day-in-day-out commercial use. It has very large-diameter drive-wheels, which provide the extra traction you’ll need to work effectively on adverse terrain; & it’s equipped with a wide side-discharge chute, so long grass can be cut without the chute becoming blocked. Other premium features include a four-step, foot-controlled cutting-height, which ensures you’ll be able to achieve excellent results on a variety of grass types; & a blade-brake clutch (Roto-stop®), which makes it possible to stop the blades turning but keep the engine running. This makes it possible to safely cross non-grass areas. ...

The Honda UMK425-LE utilises Honda's groundbreaking mini four-stroke engine, the GX25. This 25cc power-unit delivers heavyweight performance with reduced fuel-consumption, less noise & fewer harmful emissions. It also offers superior reliability when compared to similarly-rated two-stroke engines, & you won't have to waste time preparing a fuel/oil mix. Supplied with both a nylon spool & a metal blade as standard, the Honda UMK425-LE 4-Stroke Brushcutter is capable of taking on a range of applications, from light-duty grass-trimming, through to the clearance of small saplings, scrub & bramble. Its straight-shaft design allows for the use of a solid drive-shaft which ensures ultra-efficient torque transfer. It might be powerful & robustly constructed, but the Honda UMK425-LE weighs-in at just 5.2kg. Its lightweight design works with its ergonomic loop handle & shoulder harness to ensure you'll be able to tackle large-scale brush clearance jobs without breaking your back. ...

For great balance & directional control, the Honda UMK 425 UE brushcutter comes equipped with bike-type handles. Supplied with harness & goggles, you can get to work on the heaviest growth with complete safety & comfort. HONDA BRUSH CUTTERS HAVE A 5 YEAR MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY! ...

Honda's recent developments in compact, lightweight four-stroke technology have led to the production of the superb GX25 engine. ...

With its powerful 35cc engine, the Honda UMK 435 LE Brush-cutter delivers a heavyweight performance. It also features a convenient D-loop & barrier bar type handle which gives assured control. HONDA BRUSH CUTTERS HAVE A 5 YEAR MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY! ...

The Honda UMK435-LE is equipped with a very high-performance 35cc engine that develops an impressive 1.6hp at 7000rpm. The engine itself is one of Honda's new GX35 four-stroke units, which is compact & lightweight & offers superior fuel-efficiency, greater reliability & reduced emissions when compared to two-stroke engines with a similar power-rating. It's also quieter-running, & you won't have to mess around preparing an oil/fuel mix. Despite its heavy-duty build-quality & powerful engine, Honda have managed to keep the weight of this model down to just 6.38 kg. Its low-weight design works with a shoulder-harness & an ergonomic 'D'-loop handle to ensure operator-fatigue is kept to a minimum. Thanks to the inclusion of a nylon-line spool & a robust metal blade, the Honda UMK435-LE can be used for both light-duty trimming applications, like tidying-up after mowing; & more demanding tasks, such as the clearance of overgrown areas of scrub & bramble. ...