Gilson 872 Custom
The Gilson 872 Custom is a tractor produced by Gilson Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 170 cc 10.43 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 4 hp / 3.0 kW. Transmission: 1 forward and reverse. Operating weight: 214 lbs 97 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 4 hp / 3.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Gasoline
Transmission
1 forward and reverse
Operating Weight
214 lbs
97 kg
Overview
 | 1967 - 1970
Riding lawn mower |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Gilson |
Riding lawn mower | |
Original price was $219 in 1967 | |
Gilson 872 Engine | |
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4HP Briggs & Stratton 170cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Engine details ...  |
Gilson 872 Transmission | |
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1-speed gear | |
Transmission details ...  |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Open operator station. |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Weight | 214 lbs
97 kg |
Full dimensions and tires ...  | |
References | |
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1969 Ridings Mowers Parts List and Parts Diagrams | |
Outdoor Power Equipment published in 1970, by Gilson |
Engine
Engine Detail — 170 cc / 10.43 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton 100902 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical shaft |
Displacement | 170 cc
10.43 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 2.50x2.125 inches
64 x 54 mm |
Power (gross) | 4 hp
3.0 kW |
Starter type | manual recoil |
Transmission
Transmission — 1 forward and reverse belt-driven gear
Type | belt-driven gear |
Gears | 1 forward and reverse |
Dimensions
Gilson 872 Tires |
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Dimensions | |
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Length | 47 inches
119 cm |
Width | 31 inches
78 cm |
Height (steering wheel) | 35 inches
88 cm |
Shipping weight | 214 lbs
97 kg |
Attachments
25" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Gilson |
1-blade | |
Cutting width | 25 inches
63 cm |
Photos
Gilson 872 Custom tractor photo
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Gilson Lawn Tractors Gilson 872 Custom.
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 872 Custom Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Gilson Lawn Tractors Gilson 872 Custom.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)4 hp
Kilowatts (kW)3 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)4.1 PS
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