The Honda 23421-VB5-800 Bevel Gear (44T) is a genuine OEM component designed for HR216, HRA216, HRC215, and HRC216 lawn mowers. As a direct Honda OEM part, it carries the exact 44-tooth count specified for these mowers, ensuring correct gear engagement and drive ratio right out of the box. Confirm your mower's serial number against the fitment table before ordering, as Honda updates part specifications at serial breaks — part number 23421-VB5-800 applies to specific production ranges within this lineup.
Key Features
- Correct Tooth Count for Proper Drive Engagement — the 44-tooth specification is not interchangeable with other counts; matching it exactly is what keeps the self-propel or blade drive system turning at the intended ratio.
- Genuine Honda OEM Quality — manufactured to Honda's original gear geometry, this part meshes cleanly with its mating gear without the lash or noise a worn or mismatched replacement introduces.
- Broad Lawn Mower Fitment — covers the HR216, HRA216, HRC215, and HRC216 walk-behind mower lineup, including both residential and commercial models in that series.
- Serial Number Verification Recommended — Honda supersedes drive-train components at production breaks; check your mower's serial number against the compatibility table to confirm this is the right gear for your unit.
A bevel gear transmits rotational power between two shafts that meet at an angle — typically converting the engine's horizontal rotation to drive the wheels or blade on a walk-behind mower. The 44-tooth count on this gear determines how fast that output shaft turns relative to the input, directly affecting ground speed or blade engagement. When a bevel gear wears, chips, or loses teeth, drive performance becomes erratic or stops altogether; replacing it with the correctly spec'd OEM gear restores smooth, consistent power transfer.
Part Details
| Part Number | 23421-VB5-800 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Honda |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Bevel Gear (44T) |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Models | Serial Range |
|---|---|---|
| Lawn Mower | HRA216 | 3012247-9999999 |
| Lawn Mower | HR216, HRC215, HRC216 | All |
Verify Before You Order
Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
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