Gilson M-8 780
The Gilson M-8 780 is a tractor produced by Gilson Lawn Tractors. It is equipped with a 305 cc 18.64 ci engine. The listed engine power is Gasoline (gross): 8 hp / 6.0 kW. Transmission: Peerless 1708A.
Engine Power
Gasoline (gross): 8 hp / 6.0 kW
Fuel & Capacities
Gasoline
Transmission
Peerless 1708A
Overview
 | 1969
M SeriesLawn tractor
M Series
Lawn tractor |
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Production | |
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Manufacturer | Gilson |
Lawn tractor | |
Gilson M-8 Engine | |
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8HP Kohler 305cc 1-cyl gasoline | |
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Gilson M-8 Transmission | |
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3-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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Full dimensions and tires ...  |
Electrical | |
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Ground | negative |
Battery volts | 12 |
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1969 Tractors Parts List and Parts Diagrams |
Engine
Engine Detail — 305 cc / 18.64 ci Gasoline
Manufacturer | Kohler K181 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Configuration | 1-cylinder, air-cooled |
Displacement | 305 cc
18.64 ci |
Bore/Stroke | 2.9375x2.75 inches
75 x 70 mm |
Power (gross) | 8 hp
6.0 kW |
Starter | electric |
Starter volts | 12 |
Transmission
Transmission — Peerless 1708A
Transmission | Peerless 1708A |
Type | belt-driven gear |
Gears | 3 forward and 1 reverse |
Dimensions
Gilson M-8 Tires |
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Dimensions |
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Attachments
Attachment overview | |
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38" mid-mount mower deck | |
Blade |
38" Mower deck | |
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Type | mid-mount Gilson |
Cutting width | 38 inches
96 cm |
Photos
Gilson M-8 780 tractor photo
Fluids, Capacities & Working Autonomy
Standard fluid requirements, service intervals, and continuous runtime estimates for Gilson Lawn Tractors Gilson M-8 780.
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 M-8 780 Specification Unit Converter
Convert power, fluid capacities, and operating weights between metric and imperial standards for Gilson Lawn Tractors Gilson M-8 780.
Converted Equivalents:
Horsepower (HP)8 hp
Kilowatts (kW)6 kW
Metric Horsepower (PS / CV)8.1 PS
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