Gilson 52040
The Gilson 52040 is a tractor produced by Gilson Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 318 cc 19.44 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 8 hp / 6.0 kW. Transmission: 3 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 375 lbs 170 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 8 hp / 6.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Gasoline
Transmission
3 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
375 lbs
170 kg
Overview
![]() | 1973
Riding lawn mower |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Gilson |
Riding lawn mower | |
Original price was $630 in 1973 | |
Gilson 52040 Engine | |
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8HP Briggs & Stratton 318cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Engine details ... |
Gilson 52040 Transmission | |
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3-speed gear | |
Transmission details ... |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Open operator station. |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Weight | 375 lbs
170 kg |
Front tire | 4.10-4x10 |
Rear tire | 6.50x16 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Riding Mowers published in 1973, by Gilson |
Engine
Engine Detail — 318 cc / 19.44 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton 190705 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft |
Displacement | 318 cc
19.44 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.00x2.75 inches
76 x 70 mm |
Power | 8 hp
6.0 kW |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — 3 forward and 1 reverse belt-driven gear
Type | belt-driven gear |
Gears | 3 forward and 1 reverse |
Dimensions
Gilson 52040 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 4.10-4x10 |
Lawn/turf rear | 6.50x16 |
Dimensions | |
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Weight | 375 lbs
170 kg |
Attachments
30" Mower deck | |
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Type | Gilson |
1-blade with manual lift | |
Cutting width | 30 inches
76 cm |
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Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Gilson Lawn Tractors Gilson 52040.
Engine Crankcase Oil
SAE 15W-40 (Heavy Duty Diesel)
Standard Spec: API CK-4 / CJ-4 Heavy Duty
Service Interval: 150 – 250 Hours
Transmission & Hydraulic System
UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Oil)
Standard Spec: ISO VG 46 / 68 (Wet Brake & Trans Compatible)
Service Interval: 600 – 1000 Hours
Engine Cooling System
50/50 Ethylene Glycol Pre-mix
Standard Spec: ASTM D6210 / Heavy-Duty OAT Antifreeze
Service Interval: 2 Years / 1500 Hours
Gilson Lawn Tractors Gilson 52040 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Gilson Lawn Tractors Gilson 52040.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)8 hp
Kilowatts (kW)6 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)8.1 PS
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