Gilson 750 Commander 1200
The Gilson 750 Commander 1200 is a tractor produced by Gilson Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 476 cc 29.07 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 12 hp / 8.9 kW. Transmission: 3 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 576 lbs 261 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 12 hp / 8.9 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Gasoline
Transmission
3 forward and 1 reverse
Operating Weight
576 lbs
261 kg
Overview
![]() | 1967 - 1969
C SeriesGarden tractor
C Series
Garden tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Gilson |
Garden tractor | |
Built in Plymouth, Wisconsin, USA | |
Gilson 750 Engine | |
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12HP Kohler 476cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Engine details ... |
Gilson 750 Transmission | |
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3-speed gear | |
Transmission details ... |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Open operator station. |
Tractor hitch | |
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Type | sleeve hitch *Optional. Part number 63515. |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Weight | 576 lbs
261 kg |
Front tire | 4.80x4.00-8 |
Rear tire | 8.50-12 |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
References | |
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Outdoor Power Equipment published in 1968, by Gilson | |
1969 Tractors Parts List and Parts Diagrams |
Engine
Engine Detail — 476 cc / 29.07 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Kohler K301 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled |
Displacement | 476 cc
29.07 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 3.385x3.25 inches
86 x 83 mm |
Power (gross) | 12 hp
8.9 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 750 Tires | |
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Lawn/turf front | 4.80x4.00-8 |
Lawn/turf rear | 8.50-12 |
Dimensions | |
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Length | 63.375 inches
160 cm |
Width | 36 inches
91 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 36.625 inches
93 cm |
Shipping weight | 576 lbs
261 kg |
Attachments
38" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Gilson |
2-blade with manual lift | |
Cutting width | 38 inches
96 cm |
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Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Gilson Lawn Tractors Gilson 750 Commander 1200.
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 750 Commander 1200 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Gilson Lawn Tractors Gilson 750 Commander 1200.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)12 hp
Kilowatts (kW)8.9 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)12.2 PS
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