Gilson 53050
The Gilson 53050 is a garden tractor produced from 1980 to 1981 as part of the B Series. It features a 16 hp Briggs & Stratton 693cc 2-cylinder gasoline engine with a 2-gallon fuel tank. The tractor uses an Eaton belt-driven hydrostatic transmission with infinite forward and reverse speeds in two ranges. It has two-wheel drive, manual steering, and an open operator station. The tractor is equipped with turf tires (variant 53050) or ag tires (variant 53051). It weighs 635 lbs (288 kg) and has dimensions of 71.75 inches length, 35 inches width, and 38.75 inches height at the steering wheel. The Gilson 53050 offers optional rear sleeve hitch and mid PTO with manual clutch. Electrical system includes a 12-volt battery with 220 CCA and alternator charging. Attachments available include 42" and 48" mid-mount mower decks, front-mount blades, and snow blowers.
Power16 hp
Founded42/48" deck
Model53050
Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Gilson 53050
Tires
| Rear | 23x8.50-12 |
|---|---|
| Front | 16x6.50-8 |
Engine
| Type | gasoline |
|---|---|
| Model | Briggs & Stratton 401701 |
| Power | 16 hp (11.9 kW) |
| Cooling | air-cooled vertical-shaft |
| Starter | electric |
| Cylinders | 2-cylinder |
| Fuel tank | 2 gal (7.6 L) |
| Bore/Stroke | 3.44x2.28 inches (87 x 58 mm) |
| Displacement | 693 cc (42.3 ci) |
| Starter volts | 12 |
Variants
| 53050 | turf tires |
|---|---|
| 53051 | ag tires |
Dimensions
| Width | 35 inches (88 cm) |
|---|---|
| Length | 71.75 inches (182 cm) |
| Weight | 635 lbs (288 kg) |
| Ground clearance | 6.875 inches (17 cm) |
| Height (steering wheel) | 38.75 inches (98 cm) |
Electrical
| Ground | negative |
|---|---|
| Battery CCA | 220 |
| Battery volts | 12 |
| Charging system | alternator |
Mechanical
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Steering | Manual steering |
| Operator station | Open operator station |
Production
| Series | B Series |
|---|---|
| Category | Garden tractor |
| Manufacturer | Gilson |
| Original price | $2,900 in 1982 |
| Years produced | 1980 - 1981 |
Attachments
| 42" Blade | front-mount, 42 inches width (106 cm) |
|---|---|
| 48" Blade | front-mount, 48 inches width (121 cm) |
| 36" Snow blower | front-mount, 36 inches width (91 cm) |
| 42" Snow blower | front-mount, 42 inches width (106 cm) |
| 42" mid-mount mower deck | 42 inches (106 cm), 2-blade, hydraulic lift, right-discharge |
| 48" mid-mount mower deck | 48 inches (121 cm), 3-blade, hydraulic lift, right-discharge |
| 42" mid-mount mower deck (rear-discharge) | 42 inches (106 cm), 3-blade, hydraulic lift, rear-discharge |
Transmission
| Type | belt-driven hydrostatic |
|---|---|
| Gears | infinite forward and reverse (2-range) |
| Manufacturer | Eaton |
Tractor hitch
| Type | sleeve hitch Optional |
|---|---|
| Rear Type | 0 Optional |
Power Take-off (PTO)
| Clutch | manual |
|---|---|
| Mid PTO | independent |
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