STIHL STIHL RZ 972¡ Series Gasoline Zero-Turn Mower
Zero-Turn mower · Model 1027454 · Commercial-duty
$18,000–$19,000 STIHL list price (configurations)
Manufacturer list price only — it excludes tax, freight, dealer setup and any local discount, and dealers set the final price.
- Weighs 1,662 lb
- On a 6×12 trailer 2,562 lb towed, single-axle 3,500 lb
- How these are worked out ›
The STIHL RZ 972¡ Series Gasoline Zero-Turn Mower is a commercial-grade zero-turn mower, built for daily commercial mowing, with a 72-inch deck and a 993.1cc engine making 40.5 hp. It weighs 1662 lb (753.9 kg).
At a glance
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Engine
| Displacement | 60.6 ci (993.1 cc) |
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| Engine Power | 40.5 hp |
| Engine Model | V-Twin Vanguard EFI |
Deck
| Cutting Width | 72 in (1829 mm) |
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| Min Cut Height | 1.5 in (38 mm) |
| Max Cut Height | 5 in (127 mm) |
Drive
| Transmission | Hydrostatic |
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Dimensions
| Weight | 1662 lbs (753.9 kg) |
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| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal (50 L) |
| Length | 88.6 in (2250 mm) |
| Width | 85 in (2159 mm) |
| Height | 72.8 in (1849 mm) |
Professional use
How the STIHL RZ 972¡ Series Gasoline Zero-Turn Mower fits commercial and high-acreage work, from the specs we have. Duty class: Commercial.
Acres/hour can't be computed for this model — deck width or ground speed is not specified by manufacturer.
| Deck width | 72 in |
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| Engine displacement | 993 cc |
| Engine power | 40.5 hp |
| Transmission | Hydrostatic |
| Cut-height range | 38 mm – 127 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 50 L |
| Weight | 753.9 kg |
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What the specs work out to
Figures MowerFacts computes from STIHL’s own numbers — not published by the manufacturer.
Weight & hauling
- Machine weight1,662 lb
- + 6×12 trailer900 lb
- Towed weight2,562 lb
- single-axle 3,500 lbCarries it, 938 lb spare
- tandem-axle 7,000 lbCarries it, 4,438 lb spare
Needs a single-axle 3,500 lb trailer and a vehicle rated to tow at least 2,562 lb.
Gate & trailer fit
- 32 in gateToo wide
- 36 in gateToo wide
- 48 in gateToo wide
Needs at least 85 in of clearance.
Power & run time
- Power per deck inch0.562 hp/in
- Run time per tank~13.2 h
Fit uses STIHL's published overall width.
Towed weight adds a 900 lb allowance for a 6x12 open utility trailer to STIHL's published machine weight. Your trailer's own weight is on its VIN plate. Tongue weight, axle placement and your vehicle's tow rating are still yours to check — this is the load, not a loading plan.
Run time assumes a typical 1 gal/hour burn at working load; real consumption varies with engine, load and cut.
STIHL STIHL RZ 972¡ Series Gasoline Zero-Turn Mower questions
What size deck is on the STIHL STIHL RZ 972¡ Series Gasoline Zero-Turn Mower?
The STIHL STIHL RZ 972¡ Series Gasoline Zero-Turn Mower has a 72-inch (1829 mm) cutting deck.
What engine is in the STIHL STIHL RZ 972¡ Series Gasoline Zero-Turn Mower?
The STIHL STIHL RZ 972¡ Series Gasoline Zero-Turn Mower is powered by 993 cc, 40.5 hp. Horsepower is the manufacturer's own rating.
How much does the STIHL STIHL RZ 972¡ Series Gasoline Zero-Turn Mower weigh?
The STIHL STIHL RZ 972¡ Series Gasoline Zero-Turn Mower weighs 1,662 lb (753.9 kg) as specified by STIHL.
What size trailer do I need for the STIHL STIHL RZ 972¡ Series Gasoline Zero-Turn Mower?
At 1,662 lb, the STIHL STIHL RZ 972¡ Series Gasoline Zero-Turn Mower on a typical 6x12 open utility trailer (about 900 lb empty) is roughly 2,562 lb of towed weight. That is within a single-axle 3,500 lb trailer, and your tow vehicle needs to be rated for at least 2,562 lb. Tongue weight, axle placement and your own trailer's empty weight still have to be checked — this is the arithmetic, not a loading plan.
How big is the fuel tank on the STIHL STIHL RZ 972¡ Series Gasoline Zero-Turn Mower?
The STIHL STIHL RZ 972¡ Series Gasoline Zero-Turn Mower holds 13.2 gal (50 L) of fuel.
How much does the STIHL STIHL RZ 972¡ Series Gasoline Zero-Turn Mower cost?
STIHL's published list price is $18,000 to $19,000 depending on configuration, checked 22 October 2026. That excludes tax, freight, dealer setup and any local discount — dealers set the final price.
What is the STIHL STIHL RZ 972¡ Series Gasoline Zero-Turn Mower built for?
Commercial-duty zero-turn mower. Built for daily, paid commercial use.
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