The Gilson 52106 RE8 is a riding lawn mower produced from 1985 to 1987. It features an 8 hp Briggs & Stratton 318cc 1-cylinder gasoline engine with manual recoil start. The mower has a 5-speed belt-driven gear transmission with 5 forward and 1 reverse gear. It weighs 346 lbs (156 kg) and rides on 4.10/3.50 front tires and 16x6.50-8 rear tires. The mower is two-wheel drive with manual steering and disc brakes, and has an open operator station. Attachments include a 30" mid-mount Gilson mower deck with a single blade and manual lift. The original price was $1,100 in 1987.