Gilson 52106 RE8
The Gilson 52106 RE8 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: Peerless. Operating weight: 346 lbs 156 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 8 hp / 6.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
0.75 gal
2.8 L
Transmission
Peerless
Operating Weight
346 lbs
156 kg
Overview
![]() | 1985 - 1987
Riding lawn mower |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Gilson |
Riding lawn mower | |
Original price was $1,100 in 1987 | |
Gilson 52106 Engine | |
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8HP Briggs & Stratton 318cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 0.75 gal
2.8 L |
Engine details ... | |
Gilson 52106 Transmission | |
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5-speed gear | |
Transmission details ... |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Disc brakes | |
Open operator station. |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Weight | 346 lbs
156 kg |
Front tire | 4.10/3.50 |
Rear tire | 16x6.50-8 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
References | |
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Tractors - Rear Engine Riders - Tillers - Mowers published in 1985, by Gilson | |
Tractors - Riders - Tillers - Mowers - Snowthrowers published in 1985, by Gilson |
Engine
Engine Detail — 318 cc / 19.44 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton 193707 |
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 type | manual recoil |
Transmission
Transmission — Peerless
Transmission | Peerless |
Type | belt-driven gear |
Gears | 5 forward and 1 reverse |
Dimensions
Gilson 52106 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 4.10/3.50 |
Lawn/turf rear | 16x6.50-8 |
Dimensions | |
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Weight | 346 lbs
156 kg |
Attachments
30" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount 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 52106 RE8.
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 52106 RE8 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Gilson Lawn Tractors Gilson 52106 RE8.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)8 hp
Kilowatts (kW)6 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)8.1 PS
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