Gilson 53078 GT14HE
The Gilson 53078 GT14HE is a tractor produced by Gilson Lawn Tractors. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 14 hp / 10.4 kW. Transmission: Eaton. Operating weight: 615 lbs 278 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 14 hp / 10.4 kW
Fuel & Capacities
2 gal
7.6 L
Transmission
Eaton
Operating Weight
615 lbs
278 kg
Overview
![]() | 1985 - 1987
Garden tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Gilson |
Garden tractor | |
Gilson 53078 Engine | |
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14HP Briggs & Stratton 2-cyl gasoline | |
Fuel tank | 2 gal
7.6 L |
Engine details ... | |
Gilson 53078 Transmission | |
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hydrostatic | |
Transmission details ... |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Disc brakes | |
Open operator station. ECAM 2000 |
Power Take-off (PTO) | |
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Mid PTO | independent |
Clutch | manual |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Weight | 615 lbs
278 kg |
Front tire | 16x6.50-8 |
Rear tire | 23x8.50-12 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
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 — Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 2-cylinder, air-cooled vertical-shaft |
Power | 14 hp
10.4 kW |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — Eaton
Transmission | Eaton |
Type | belt-driven hydrostatic |
Gears | infinite forward and reverse (2-range) |
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Dimensions
Gilson 53078 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 16x6.50-8 |
Lawn/turf rear | 23x8.50-12 |
Dimensions | |
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Weight | 615 lbs
278 kg |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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42" mid-mount mower deck | |
48" 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 53078 GT14HE.
Estimated Continuous Field Runtime: 2.7 hrs
Approximately 2.7 hours of continuous field operation at ~75% rated power on a full tank (2 gal / 7.6 L).
Estimated 75% Load Fuel Burn~0.7 gal/hr (2.8 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 53078 GT14HE Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Gilson Lawn Tractors Gilson 53078 GT14HE.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)14 hp
Kilowatts (kW)10.4 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)14.2 PS
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