Gilson 53061
The Gilson 53061 is a tractor produced by Gilson Lawn Tractors. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 11 hp / 8.2 kW. Transmission: Peerless 801 HD.
Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 11 hp / 8.2 kW
Fuel & Capacities
1 gal
3.8 L
Transmission
Peerless 801 HD
Overview
![]() | 1982
Yard SeriesGarden tractor
Yard Series
Garden tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Gilson |
Garden tractor | |
Gilson 53061 Engine | |
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11HP Briggs & Stratton 1-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 1 gal
3.8 L |
Engine details ... | |
Gilson 53061 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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Front tire | 15x6.00-6 |
Rear tire | 22x7.50 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Lawn and Garden Tractors published in 1982, by Gilson |
Engine
Engine Detail — Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft |
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 |
Dimensions
Gilson 53061 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 15x6.00-6 |
Lawn/turf rear | 22x7.50 |
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Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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38" mid-mount mower deck | |
42" 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. |
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Gilson Lawn Tractors Gilson 53061.
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 53061 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Gilson Lawn Tractors Gilson 53061.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)11 hp
Kilowatts (kW)8.2 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)11.2 PS
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