The Honda 42661-VR8-N00 Pinion Gear (13T) is a genuine OEM component designed for HRN216 and HRX217 lawn mowers. As a direct Honda OEM part, it is manufactured to the same specification as the original, ensuring the drive system performs exactly as intended. Because Honda supersedes parts at serial number breaks, confirm your mower's serial number against the fitment table before ordering to make sure part number 42661-VR8-N00 is the correct match for your unit.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Gear Mesh — manufactured by Honda to the original tooth count and profile, so the pinion engages the mating gear cleanly without slop or premature wear
- Confirmed Fitment — sourced for HRN216 and HRX217 lawn mowers; check your serial number against the compatibility table to confirm applicability to your specific unit
- Drive System Reliability — a worn or damaged pinion gear causes erratic self-propel engagement, loss of ground drive, or accelerated wear on surrounding drivetrain components; replacing it restores smooth, consistent power delivery to the wheels
The Pinion Gear (13T) is a core component of the self-propelled drive system on HRN216 and HRX217 lawn mowers. It meshes with a larger drive gear to transmit power from the transmission to the wheels, controlling how the mower moves under its own power across the lawn. When the pinion gear wears down or its teeth become damaged, the self-propel system loses effectiveness — resulting in slipping, grinding, or a complete loss of wheel drive — making timely replacement essential to restoring normal operation.
Part Details
| Part Number | 42661-VR8-N00 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Honda |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Pinion Gear (13T) |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Models | Serial Range |
|---|---|---|
| Lawn Mower | HRN216, HRX217 | 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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