Gilson 966 Super
The Gilson 966 Super 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 (listed): 4 hp / 3.0 kW. Transmission: 1 forward and reverse. Operating weight: 250 lbs 113 kg.
Engine Power
Gasoline (listed): 4 hp / 3.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Gasoline
Transmission
1 forward and reverse
Operating Weight
250 lbs
113 kg
Overview
![]() | 1965
Riding lawn mower |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Gilson |
Riding lawn mower | |
Original price was $170 in 1965 | |
Variants | |
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966 | Briggs 100902 |
896 | Lauson V40 |
Gilson 966 Engine | |
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4HP Briggs & Stratton 170cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
Engine details ... |
Gilson 966 Transmission | |
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1-speed gear | |
Transmission details ... |
Mechanical | |
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Two-wheel drive | |
Manual steering | |
Open operator station. |
Dimensions & Tires | |
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Weight | 250 lbs
113 kg |
Full dimensions and tires ... | |
References | |
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Outdoor Power Equipment published in 1965, 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 | 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 966 Tires |
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Dimensions | |
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Weight | 250 lbs
113 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 |
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Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Gilson Lawn Tractors Gilson 966 Super.
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 966 Super Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Gilson Lawn Tractors Gilson 966 Super.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)4 hp
Kilowatts (kW)3 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)4.1 PS
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