Trina Solar — China
Honey-42 HD
The Trina Solar Honey-42 HD is a 420W PERC solar panel with 20.1% efficiency. Backed by a 25-year warranty.
Standard TierFEOC: Restricted
420W
Wattage
20.1%
Efficiency
PERC
Cell Type
25 years
Warranty
Full Specifications
- Brand
- Trina Solar
- Model
- Honey-42 HD
- Series
- Honey
- Wattage
- 420W
- Module Efficiency
- 20.1%
- Cell Type
- PERC
- Dimensions
- 66-80" x 39-41"
- Weight
- 48 lbs
- Warranty
- 25 years
- Est. Price Per Watt
- $2.09
- Est. 7kW System Cost
- $14,630
- Est. 10kW System Cost
- $20,900
- Temperature Coefficient
- -0.35%/°C
- Bifacial
- No
- Origin
- China
- FEOC Status
- fail
Other Trina Solar Panels
| Model | Wattage | Efficiency | Cell | $/W |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honey 490W D | 490W | 22.8% | N-Type TOPCon | $2.81 |
| Honey 485W C All-Black | 485W | 22.6% | PERC | $2.76 |
| Honey 475W B BF | 475W | 22.2% | N-Type TOPCon | $2.65 |
| Honey 475W E Pro | 475W | 22.2% | PERC | $2.65 |
| Honey 470W A HC | 470W | 22% | PERC | $2.60 |
Similar Wattage Panels (Competitors)
| Panel | Wattage | Efficiency | $/W |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maxeon 3 450W D Plus | 450W | 23.3% | $4.61 |
| SunPower Maxeon 445W D Plus | 445W | 23.1% | $4.58 |
| Maxeon 3 445W A Ultra | 445W | 23.1% | $4.51 |
| SunPower Maxeon 440W C | 440W | 22.9% | $4.50 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a 420W Trina Solar Honey-42 HD cost?
The Trina Solar Honey-42 HD costs approximately $878 per panel ($$2.09/W). A typical 7kW system using this panel would cost around $14,630 before incentives.
⚠ The 30% federal solar tax credit has ended — Section 25D expired December 31, 2025, and the Section 48E construction-start deadline passed July 4, 2026.
Selecting 30% ITC assumes you began construction before this deadline. Most new purchases no longer qualify.Learn about your options after the deadline →
Is the Trina Solar Honey-42 HD a good solar panel?
The Trina Solar Honey-42 HD has 20.1% efficiency and a 25 years warranty, placing it in the standard tier. This is a solid mid-range panel suitable for most residential installations.
How many Trina Solar Honey-42 HD panels do I need?
For a typical 7kW residential system, you'd need approximately 17 panels. For a 10kW system, plan for about 24 panels. The exact number depends on your roof space, energy usage, and local sun hours.