Gilson lawn tractors

Gilson 52039

The Gilson 52039 is a 1973 riding lawn mower manufactured by Gilson. It features an 8 hp Briggs & Stratton 318cc 1-cylinder gasoline engine with manual recoil start. The mower has a belt-driven 3-speed transmission with 3 forward and 1 reverse gear. It is a two-wheel drive with manual steering and an open operator station. The mower weighs 362 lbs (164 kg) and rides on 4.10-4x10 front tires and 6.50x16 rear tires. It comes equipped with a 30" Gilson mower deck with a single blade and manual lift. The original price was $555 in 1973. Related models include the Gilson 52038 and 52040.
Power8 hp
Founded30" deck
Model52039

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Gilson 52039

Power
Power8HP Briggs & Stratton 318cc 1-cyl gasoline
Engine
Typegasoline
ModelBriggs & Stratton 190702
Power8 hp (6.0 kW)
Coolingair-cooled vertical-shaft
Cylinders1-cylinder
Bore/Stroke3.00x2.75 inches (76 x 70 mm)
Displacement318 cc (19.44 ci)
Starter typemanual recoil
Dimensions
Weight362 lbs (164 kg)
Rear tire6.50x16
Front tire4.10-4x10
Mechanical
DriveTwo-wheel drive
SteeringManual steering
Operator stationOpen operator station
Production
TypeRiding lawn mower
Year1973
Original price$555 in 1973
Attachments
TypeGilson
Blades1-blade with manual lift
Mower deck30" mower deck
Cutting width30 inches (76 cm)
Transmission
Typebelt-driven gear
Gears3 forward and 1 reverse