Rank #4 in Best Petrol Lawn Mowers 2026: 10 Ranked, Ad Claims Checked
Scheppach MS132-42 Self-Propelled 42cm Petrol Mower
Price and rating as shown on Amazon when we collected them. Both change.
The Scheppach MS132-42 is a self-propelled petrol mower with a 131cc four-stroke engine, a 42cm cutting deck, a 45L fabric grass bag and a mulching function, listed at £199.00. It sits at number 4 of the 15 petrol mowers in this guide, with 4.4 out of 5 from 206 customer ratings.
What puts it here is its own listing rather than the machine's spec sheet. The bullets promise seven cutting heights "between 25mm and 75mm"; the spec table underneath gives a minimum adjustable cutting height of 30mm and a maximum of 66mm, also over 7 positions. That is two different ranges inside one advert. The numbers that identify the machine disagree too: the spec table lists a model number of 5911249903 and a manufacturer part number of 5911250903. Everything on this page comes from the Amazon listing as it stands, not from any testing of our own.
How those 206 ratings break down
An average hides its own shape. This is the spread behind the 4.4 stars.
Specification
Exactly as published on the Amazon listing, field for field.
| Price | £199.00 |
|---|---|
| Customer rating | 4.4 out of 5, from 206 ratings |
| Engine | 131cc four-stroke, 3.3HP |
| Cutting width | 42cm — given as "42 Centimeters" in the spec table, "42CM CUT" in the bullets |
| Cutting heights in the bullets | Seven positions, 25mm to 75mm |
| Cutting heights in the spec table | 7 positions, minimum 30mm, maximum 66mm (as listed) |
| Grass bag | Removable 45L fabric bag, or mulch the clippings back into the lawn |
| Model number / manufacturer part number | 5911249903 against 5911250903 (as listed) |
What buyers actually say
Quoted from customer reviews on Amazon
Verified purchase“Good in price it work very hard no signs breaking down I don't know what it is but this lawnmower makes me very happy satisfying and with me having 3 acres of land and die more probably about 2% of it and it can take all day and this more just keeps on coming if you want to cheat more and reliable and hope you get a good model when you buy this one it'll last you a while very happy indeed 100%”
Verified purchase“Bought during a recent house move and a new jungle garden. Really good, and honestly surprised at the strong build quality and the strength of the motor, for the amazingly good value of the price paid. Easily ripped through the tall grass with no motor power loss or stalling, and with a good coverage and close up edge cutting too. There's even an attachment point for a water hose, for very quick cleaning. Would highly recommend on its overall performance (of several weeks) so far. 5 out of 5.”
What it is up against
The rivals it was ranked against in Best Petrol Lawn Mowers 2026: 10 Ranked, Ad Claims Checked.
Questions people ask
What is the cutting height range on the Scheppach MS132-42?
The bullets say seven positions between 25mm and 75mm; the spec table lists a minimum of 30mm and a maximum of 66mm, with 7 positions. The two figures in the same listing do not match.
How wide is the cut?
The listing gives 42cm — "42CM CUT" in the bullets and "42 Centimeters" for Cutting width in the spec table.
What engine does the Scheppach MS132-42 use?
A 131cc four-stroke petrol engine rated at 3.3HP, which the listing contrasts with mains cables and rechargeable batteries.
Does the Scheppach MS132-42 collect or mulch?
Both. Clippings go into the removable 45L fabric bag, or the mulching function cuts them finely and returns them to the lawn.
How big a lawn is the Scheppach MS132-42 for?
The listing states lawns up to 800m2. One reviewer describes using it on 3 acres of land.
How is it driven and moved around?
It is self-propelled by powered rear-wheel drive at approximately 3.6km/h, and the folding handle reduces the space needed for storage.
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