Gilson 52083 YT11
The Gilson 52083 YT11 is a tractor produced by Gilson Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 399 cc 24.36 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 11 hp / 8.2 kW. Transmission: Peerless 801 HD. Operating weight: 470 lbs 213 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 11 hp / 8.2 kW
Fuel & Capacities
1 gal
3.8 L
Transmission
Peerless 801 HD
Operating Weight
470 lbs
213 kg
Overview
![]() | 1983 - 1984
Yard SeriesGarden tractor
Yard Series
Garden tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Gilson |
Garden tractor | |
Original price was $1,600 in 1983 | |
Gilson 52083 Engine | |
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11HP Briggs & Stratton 399cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 1 gal
3.8 L |
Engine details ... | |
Gilson 52083 Transmission | |
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5-speed gear | |
Transmission details ... |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Open operator station. |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Mid PTO | independent |
Clutch | manual |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Weight | 470 lbs
213 kg |
Front tire | 15-6.00x6 |
Rear tire | 22x7.50 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Tractors Mower Tillers published in 1983, by Gilson | |
Tractors Mower Tillers published in 1983, by Gilson |
Engine
Engine Detail — 399 cc / 24.36 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton 252707 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft |
Displacement | 399 cc
24.36 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.44x2.625 inches
87 x 67 mm |
Power | 11 hp
8.2 kW |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — Peerless 801 HD
Transmission | Peerless 801 HD |
Type | belt-driven gear |
Gears | 5 forward and 1 reverse |
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Dimensions
Gilson 52083 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 15-6.00x6 |
Lawn/turf rear | 22x7.50 |
Dimensions | |
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Shipping weight | 470 lbs
213 kg |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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42" mid-mount mower deck | |
38" mid-mount mower deck | |
Snowblower | |
Blade | |
Garden tractors are capable of using tillers, plows, or other ground-engaging attachments. TractorData does not list details of these attachments. |
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Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Gilson Lawn Tractors Gilson 52083 YT11.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 1.7 hrs
Approximately 1.7 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (1 gal / 3.8 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.6 gal/hr (2.2 L/hr)
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 52083 YT11 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Gilson Lawn Tractors Gilson 52083 YT11.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)11 hp
Kilowatts (kW)8.2 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)11.2 PS
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