Gilson lawn tractors

Gilson 53016 S-16

The Gilson 53016 S-16 is a 1973 garden tractor from the S Series by Gilson. It features a 16 hp Briggs & Stratton 531cc 1-cylinder gasoline engine with electric start and a 4-speed belt-driven gear transmission by Tecumseh. The tractor has two-wheel drive, manual steering, and an open operator station. It rides on ag tires with 23x10.50x12 rear and 6x6.50-8 front tires. Electrical system is 12 volts with negative ground. Attachments include 42" and 48" mid-mount mower decks, a 42" front blade, and a 36" front snowblower.

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Gilson 53016 S-16

Engine

Type	gasoline
Model	Briggs & Stratton 326434
Power	16 hp (11.9 kW)
Cooling	air-cooled horizontal-shaft
Starter	electric
Cylinders	1-cylinder
Bore/Stroke	3.56x3.25 inches (90 x 83 mm)
Displacement	531 cc (32.4 ci)
Starter volts	12

Variants

53014	turf tires
53016	ag tires

Electrical

Ground	negative
Battery volts	12

Mechanical

Drive	Two-wheel drive
Steering	Manual steering
Operator station	Open operator station

Production

Type	Garden tractor
Year	1973
Series	S Series
Manufacturer	Gilson

Attachments

Note	Garden tractors are capable of using tillers, plows, or other ground-engaging attachments.
42" Blade	front-mount, 42 inches width (106 cm)
36" Snow blower	front-mount, 36 inches width (91 cm)
42" mid-mount mower deck	42 inches (106 cm), manual lift
48" mid-mount mower deck	48 inches (121 cm), manual lift

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