Gilson 965 Deluxe
The Gilson 965 Deluxe is a tractor produced by Gilson Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 199 cc 12.18 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (listed): 5 hp / 3.7 kW. Transmission: 1 forward and reverse. Operating weight: 260 lbs 117 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 5 hp / 3.7 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Gasoline
Transmission
1 forward and reverse
Operating Weight
260 lbs
117 kg
Overview
![]() | 1965
Riding lawn mower |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Gilson |
Riding lawn mower | |
Original price was $300 in 1965 | |
Gilson 965 Engine | |
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5HP Lauson 199cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
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Gilson 965 Transmission | |
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1-speed gear | |
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Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Open operator station. |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Weight | 260 lbs
117 kg |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
References | |
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Outdoor Power Equipment published in 1965, by Gilson |
Engine
Engine Detail — 199 cc / 12.18 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Lauson V50 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled vertical shaft |
Displacement | 199 cc
12.18 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 2.625x2.25 inches
67 x 57 mm |
Power | 5 hp
3.7 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 965 Tires |
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Dimensions | |
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Weight | 260 lbs
117 kg |
Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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25" mid-mount mower deck | |
Blade |
25" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Gilson |
1-blade | |
Cutting width | 25 inches
63 cm |
Cut height | 1.5 to 3 inch
3 to 7 cm |
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Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Gilson Lawn Tractors Gilson 965 Deluxe.
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 965 Deluxe Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Gilson Lawn Tractors Gilson 965 Deluxe.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)5 hp
Kilowatts (kW)3.7 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)5.1 PS
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