Gilson 768

The Gilson 768 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 (gross): 8 hp / 6.0 kW. Transmission: Tecumseh 616. Operating weight: 415 lbs 188 kg.

Overview

	1970 Lawn tractor

Production
Manufacturer	Gilson
Lawn tractor
Original price was $599 in 1970

Gilson 768 Engine
8HP Briggs & Stratton 318cc 1-cyl gasoline
Engine details ...

Gilson 768 Transmission
3-speed gear
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Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual steering
Open operator station.

Power Take-off (PTO)
Mid PTO	independent
Clutch	manual idler

Dimensions & Tires
Weight	415 lbs 188 kg
Front tire	13x5.00-6
Rear tire	16x6.50-8
Full dimensions and tires ...

Electrical
Ground	negative
Battery volts	12

References
Outdoor Power Equipment published in 1970, by Gilson
1970 Lawn Tractor Parts List and Parts Diagrams

Engine

Engine Detail — 318 cc / 19.44 ci Gasoline

Manufacturer	Briggs & Stratton 190705
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 (gross)	8 hp 6.0 kW
Starter	electric
Starter volts	12

Transmission

Transmission — Tecumseh 616

Transmission	Tecumseh 616
Type	belt-driven gear
Gears	3 forward and 1 reverse

Dimensions

Gilson 768 Tires
Lawn/turf front	13x5.00-6
Lawn/turf rear	16x6.50-8

Dimensions
Length	51.5 inches 130 cm
Width	41 inches 104 cm
Height (steering wheel)	38 inches 96 cm
Shipping weight	415 lbs 188 kg

Attachments

34" Mower deck
Type	mid-mount Gilson 777
	3-blade with manual lift
Cutting width	34 inches 86 cm
Cut height	1.75 to 3.25 inch 4 to 8 cm

Photos

Gilson 768 tractor photo