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Dixie Chopper Classic 72" (4072VGE)

Zero-Turn mower · Model 4072VGE · Commercial-duty · Gas

Dixie Chopper doesn’t publish a list price for this model — it’s dealer quote only. The Dixie Chopper product page is the place to start.

The Dixie Chopper Classic 72 in (4072VGE) is a commercial-grade gas zero-turn mower, built for daily commercial mowing, with a 72-inch deck.

At a glance

Power Source

gas

Cutting Width

72 in (1829 mm)

Engine Power

40 hp

Fuel Capacity

12 gal (45.4 L)

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Chosen by stated rules, not opinion: same class, a deck within 6 in of this one, the same kind of power and a compatible duty class, then the closest power, weight and price, with other makers preferred. Figures are the manufacturers’ published ones; nothing is estimated.

Engine

Dixie Chopper Classic 72 in (4072VGE) engine specifications
Power Source	gas
Engine Power	40 hp
Engine Make	Vanguard® Big Block EFI

Deck

Dixie Chopper Classic 72 in (4072VGE) deck specifications
Cutting Width	72 in (1829 mm)

Dimensions

Dixie Chopper Classic 72 in (4072VGE) dimensions specifications
Fuel Capacity	12 gal (45.4 L)

Professional use

How the Classic 72 in (4072VGE) 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.

Dixie Chopper Classic 72 in (4072VGE) professional and productivity specifications
Deck width	72 in
Engine make	Vanguard® Big Block EFI
Engine power	40 hp
Fuel capacity	45.4 L

Dixie Chopper doesn’t publish 15 of these for the Classic 72 in (4072VGE): engine displacement, transmission, drive type, ground speed, cut-height range, weight, warranty, commercial warranty, deck construction, deck gauge, spindle type, frame construction, anti-scalp rollers, drive tire size, seat type.

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What the parts on this spec sheet mean

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Independent reference database. Specs compiled from manufacturer sources and normalized for comparison; verify with the manufacturer or dealer before purchase.

What the specs work out to

Figures MowerFacts computes from Dixie Chopper’s own numbers — not published by the manufacturer.

Gate & trailer fit

32 in gateToo wide
36 in gateToo wide
48 in gateToo wide

Needs at least 79 in of clearance (estimated).

Power & run time

Power per deck inch0.555 hp/in
Run time per tank~12.0 h

Fit uses the deck width plus 6 in for the discharge chute, because Dixie Chopper doesn't publish an overall width — measure before buying if a gate is tight.

Run time assumes a typical 1 gal/hour burn at working load; real consumption varies with engine, load and cut.

Dixie Chopper Classic 72 in (4072VGE) questions

What size deck is on the Dixie Chopper Classic 72 in (4072VGE)?

The Dixie Chopper Classic 72 in (4072VGE) has a 72-inch (1829 mm) cutting deck.

What engine is in the Dixie Chopper Classic 72 in (4072VGE)?

The Dixie Chopper Classic 72 in (4072VGE) is powered by a Vanguard® Big Block EFI, 40 hp. Horsepower is the manufacturer's own rating.

How big is the fuel tank on the Dixie Chopper Classic 72 in (4072VGE)?

The Dixie Chopper Classic 72 in (4072VGE) holds 12 gal (45.4 L) of fuel.

How much does the Dixie Chopper Classic 72 in (4072VGE) cost?

Dixie Chopper doesn't publish a list price for the Dixie Chopper Classic 72 in (4072VGE) — it's sold on a dealer quote. MowerFacts records prices only where the manufacturer publishes them.

What is the Dixie Chopper Classic 72 in (4072VGE) built for?

Commercial-duty zero-turn mower. Built for daily, paid commercial use.

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