Gilson 809 RM-8

The Gilson 809 RM-8 is a tractor produced by Gilson Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 318 cc 19.44 ci engine. The rated power output is 8 hp 6.0 kW. Transmission: 3 forward and 1 reverse. Operating weight: 275 lbs 124 kg.

Overview

	1970 Riding lawn mower
1970
Riding lawn mower

1970
Riding lawn mower

Production
Manufacturer	Gilson
Riding lawn mower

Variants
809	manual start
865	electric start

Gilson 809 Engine
8HP Briggs & Stratton 318cc 1-cyl gasoline
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Gilson 809 Transmission
3-speed gear
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Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual steering
Open operator station.

Dimensions & Tires
Weight	275 lbs 124 kg
Front tire	10x4.10-4
Rear tire	14x6.50-8
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Gilson 809 attachments
34" mid-mount mower deck
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References
Outdoor Power Equipment published in 1970, by Gilson
1970 Ridings Mowers Parts List and Parts Diagrams

Engine

	1970 Riding lawn mower
1970
Riding lawn mower

1970
Riding lawn mower

Engine Detail
Briggs & Stratton 190702
gasoline
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 type	manual recoil

Transmission

	1970 Riding lawn mower
1970
Riding lawn mower

1970
Riding lawn mower

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

Dimensions

	1970 Riding lawn mower
1970
Riding lawn mower

1970
Riding lawn mower

Gilson 809 Tires
Lawn/turf front	10x4.10-4
Lawn/turf rear	14x6.50-8

Dimensions
Length	54.5 inches 138 cm
Width	41 inches 104 cm
Height (steering wheel)	38 inches 96 cm
Shipping weight	275 lbs 124 kg

Attachments

	1970 Riding lawn mower
1970
Riding lawn mower

1970
Riding lawn mower

34" Mower deck
Type	mid-mount Gilson
	3-blade
Cutting width	34 inches 86 cm
Min cut height	right inches 0 cm

Photos

Gilson 809 RM-8 tractor photo