John Deere R72

The John Deere R72 is a tractor produced by John Deere Lawn Tractors. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 8 hp / 6.0 kW. Transmission: 5 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 290 lbs 131 kg.

Overview

	1984 - 1986 Riding lawn mower

Production
Manufacturer	John Deere
Riding lawn mower
Original price was $1,339 in 1983

John Deere R72 Engine
8HP Briggs & Stratton 1-cyl gasoline
Fuel tank	1.25 gal 4.7 L
Engine details ...

John Deere R72 Transmission
5-speed gear
Transmission details ...

Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Steering	manual
Mechanical band brakes
Open operator station

Power Take-off (PTO)
Mid PTO	independent
Clutch	mechanical

Dimensions & Tires
Wheelbase	42 inches 106 cm
Weight	290 lbs 131 kg
Front tire	11x4.00-5
Rear tire	16x6.50-8
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Battery volts	12

References
Riding Mowers & Lawn Tractors published in 1985, by John Deere
John Deere Lawn Tractors and Riding Mowers published in 1986
Operator's Manual R70, R72, R92, S82, and S92 Riding Mowers (OM-M88160) published in 1985
Consumer Products Price List published in 1983, by John Deere
Grounds Care Equipment Purchasing Guide published in 1983, by John Deere

Engine

Engine Detail — Gasoline

Manufacturer	Briggs & Stratton
Fuel Type	Gasoline
Configuration	1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft
Power	8 hp 6.0 kW
Air cleaner	dry element
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12
Oil capacity	1.125 qts 1.1 L
Oil change	25 h

Transmission

Transmission — 5 forward and 1 reverse belt-driven gear

Type	belt-driven gear
Gears	5 forward and 1 reverse

Dimensions

John Deere R72 Tires
Lawn/turf front	11x4.00-5
Lawn/turf rear	16x6.50-8

Dimensions
Wheelbase	42 inches 106 cm
Length	56.8 inches 144 cm
Height	38 inches 96 cm
Weight	290 lbs 131 kg

Attachments

30" Mower deck
Type	mid-mount John Deere
	1-blade with manual lift
Cutting width	30 inches 76 cm
Overall width	41 inches 104 cm
Cut height	1 to 3.5 inch 2 to 8 cm

Photos

John Deere R72

John Deere R72

John Deere R72