The Honda 22431-VH7-000 V-Belt (3L-37.6) is a genuine OEM component designed for the HRX217 lawn mower. Sourced directly from Honda, this belt matches the exact size specification — 3L profile, 37.6-inch length — required for correct drive system operation on the HRX217. Because belt sizing is critical to proper engagement and tension, using the correct OEM part ensures the drive system performs as Honda intended.
Key Features
- Correct Belt Sizing — the 3L-37.6 size designation is not interchangeable; an incorrect belt length or profile will result in slipping, improper tension, or failure to engage the drive system on the HRX217
- Genuine Honda OEM — manufactured to Honda's original specification for the HRX217, ensuring the belt seats properly in the pulleys and delivers consistent power transfer
- Direct Fitment for the HRX217 — verify your mower's serial number against the fitment table before ordering, as Honda supersedes parts at production breaks and this belt is specific to select HRX217 builds
- Restore Drive Performance — a worn or cracked belt causes loss of self-propel or blade engagement on the HRX217; replacing it with part number 22431-VH7-000 restores normal operation
The V-belt transmits rotational power from the engine's drive pulley to the mower's driven components — typically the self-propel system, the blade engagement, or both, depending on the mower's configuration. The belt must maintain correct tension and contact across the pulley faces to transfer that power without slipping. Over time, a belt stretches, glazes, or develops cracks, causing the drive to slip, engage weakly, or stop engaging altogether — at which point replacement is the only remedy.
Part Details
| Part Number | 22431-VH7-000 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Honda |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | V-Belt (3L-37.6) |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Models | Serial Range |
|---|---|---|
| Lawn Mower | HRX217 | All |
Verify Before You Order
Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
Why Buy From DHS Equipment
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