Gilson lawn tractors

Gilson 53021 S-16

The Gilson 53021 S-16 is a garden tractor produced from 1974 to 1975 as part of the S Series. It features a 16 hp Briggs & Stratton 531cc 1-cylinder gasoline engine with electric start and a 4-speed belt-driven gear transmission. The tractor has two-wheel drive, manual steering, and an open operator station. It rides on ag tires with 23x10.50x12 rear and 16x6.50x8 front tires. Electrical system is 12 volts with negative ground. Attachments include 42" and 48" mid-mount mower decks, a 36" snowblower, and a 42" front blade. Variants include the 53019 model with turf tires.

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Gilson 53021 S-16

Power

Power	16 hp (11.9 kW)

Engine

Type	gasoline
Model	Briggs & Stratton 326437
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

53019	turf tires
53021	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
Series	S Series
Years made	1974 - 1975
Manufacturer	Gilson

Attachments

Note	Garden tractors are capable of using tillers, plows, or other ground-engaging attachments.
Blade	42 inches width (106 cm), front-mount
Snowblower	36 inches width (91 cm), front-mount
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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