Quick answer:
The John Deere R72 mower blade part number found is AM102401. The deck uses 1 blade.
Blade part #AM102401
Blade count1 blade
John Deere R72 Mower Blade Size and Part Numbers
| Mower blade part number | AM102401 |
|---|---|
| Number of blades | 1 blade |
| Blade type | high-lift and mulching |
John Deere R72 Blade Notes
| Blade note | The John Deere R72 blade listing captured here shows single blade part number AM102401. Use this as a buying guide, then match the blade position, deck size and center-hole style before spending money |
|---|---|
| Deck note | For the John Deere R72, the captured deck information is blade count 1 blade. Match the blades to the fitted deck, not just the tractor model name |
| Blade type note | The John Deere R72 blade style captured here is high-lift and mulching. Blade type affects airflow and clipping handling, not just cut width |
| Fitment note | Before ordering John Deere R72 blades, compare the old blade stamp, center-hole shape, blade length and deck size. Close-looking blades can still be wrong |
John Deere R72 Mower Blade FAQ
Which blade type should you use on the John Deere R72?
The blade type captured is high-lift and mulching. Use that against the captured fitment value AM102401. High-lift helps bagging/discharge; mulching blades need the right mulching setup
Is the captured John Deere R72 blade part number enough to buy from?
The captured blade part number is AM102401. That helps with OEM lookup, but the blade length, width and center hole were not fully captured here. Confirm the deck or old blade before trusting an aftermarket cross-reference
Official information note
Mistakes do happen. Blade specs can change by year, mower deck, spindle, serial range and regional parts catalog. Please check the operator manual, old blade stamp, deck tag and official John Deere parts catalog before ordering replacement blades.

