6R72D
6 = 6 horse power
R = rope
72 = 1972
D = ??
Mine has the same model number and its a 1985.
The model number/designation, for a Johnson outboard, cannot be determined by horsepower rating, or serial number. The model number will be displayed on the serial number tag/sticker, affixed to the engine.
Johnson and Evinrude outboards, use the model number, rather than the serial number, to determine the year model. Mercury outboards, uses serial number and horsepower.
In order to determine the weight of a 1996 Johnson, the model number, or at least the engine horsepower must be known.
You have given the serial number, which is no help. We need the model number - look on the plate again. All Johnson 3 horse outboards had a model number beginning with either JW or JH.
A Johnson outboard, model number JW-17, would be a 3 hp engine, manufactured in 1961-62.
That is a 15 horsepower from 1977
Model number J25REDR, is a 1996, 25hp Johnson.
Johnson outboard model number J175EXARG, would be a 1994 year model.
Johnson outboard model number VJ90TLATS, is a 1993 model, 90 hp.
i have a 15hp johnson with that same model number and it is a 1992
A 4 hp Johnson outboard, model number J4REIA, is a 1991 year model.