Gilson 865 RM-8E

The Gilson 865 RM-8E 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: 311 lbs 141 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 865 Engine
8HP Briggs & Stratton 318cc 1-cyl gasoline
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Gilson 865 Transmission
3-speed gear
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Mechanical
Two-wheel drive
Manual steering
Open operator station.

Dimensions & Tires
Weight	311 lbs 141 kg
Front tire	10x4.10-4
Rear tire	16x6.50-8
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Gilson 865 attachments
34" mid-mount mower deck
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Electrical
Ground	negative
Battery volts	12

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 190705
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	electric
Starter volts	12

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 865 Tires
Lawn/turf front	10x4.10-4
Lawn/turf rear	16x6.50-8

Dimensions
Length	54.5 inches 138 cm
Width	41 inches 104 cm
Height (steering wheel)	38 inches 96 cm
Shipping weight	311 lbs 141 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 865 RM-8E tractor photo