Gilson lawn tractors

Gilson 53079 GT18E

The Gilson 53079 GT18E is a garden tractor produced from 1985 to 1987. It features an 18 hp Briggs & Stratton 2-cylinder gasoline engine with electric start and a 4-speed belt-driven Peerless 2300 transmission. The tractor is two-wheel drive with manual steering and disc brakes, equipped with a mid PTO that is independent and manually clutched. It weighs 594 lbs (269 kg) and rides on 16x6.50-8 front and 23x10.50-12 rear lawn/turf tires. Electrical system is 12 volts with negative ground. Attachments include 42" and 48" mid-mount mower decks, a 48" front blade, and a 42" front snow blower.

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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Gilson 53079 GT18E

Power

Fuel tank	2 gal (7.6 L)

Engine

Type	gasoline
Model	Briggs & Stratton 422707
Power	18 hp (13.4 kW)
Cooling	air-cooled vertical-shaft
Starter	electric
Cylinders	2-cylinder
Starter volts	12

Dimensions

Weight	594 lbs (269 kg)
Rear tire	23x10.50-12
Front tire	16x6.50-8

Electrical

Ground	negative
Battery volts	12

Production

Type	Garden tractor
Years made	1985 - 1987
Manufacturer	Gilson

Attachments

48" Blade	front-mount, 48 inches width (121 cm)
42" Snow blower	front-mount, 42 inches width (106 cm)
42" mid-mount mower deck	42 inches (106 cm), 2-blade, manual lift, electric lift (Optional), right-discharge
48" mid-mount mower deck	48 inches (121 cm), 3-blade, manual lift, electric lift (Optional), right-discharge
42" mid-mount mower deck (rear-discharge)	42 inches (106 cm), 3-blade, manual lift, electric lift (Optional), rear-discharge

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