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Gilson 768

Gilson 768 tractor
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The Gilson 768 is a 1970 lawn tractor manufactured by Gilson. It features an 8HP Briggs & Stratton 318cc 1-cylinder gasoline engine with electric start and 12 volts. The transmission is a Tecumseh 616 belt-driven gear type with 3 forward and 1 reverse gears. It has two-wheel drive and manual steering with an open operator station. The tractor weighs 415 lbs (188 kg) and rides on 13x5.00-6 front and 16x6.50-8 rear lawn/turf tires. The 768 includes a 34" mid-mount Gilson 777 mower deck with 3 blades and manual lift, offering a cutting width of 34 inches and cut height adjustable from 1.75 to 3.25 inches. The PTO is a mid independent type with a manual idler clutch. Electrical system is 12 volts with negative ground.
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Power8 hp
Founded34" deck
Model768

Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Gilson 768

Engine

Type:gasoline
Model:Briggs & Stratton 190705
Cooling:air-cooled vertical-shaft
Starter:electric
Cylinders:1-cylinder
Bore/Stroke:3.00x2.75 inches (76 x 70 mm)
Displacement:318 cc (19.44 ci)
Power (gross):8 hp (6.0 kW)
Starter volts:12

Dimensions

Width:41 inches (104 cm)
Length:51.5 inches (130 cm)
Rear tire:16x6.50-8
Front tire:13x5.00-6
Shipping weight:415 lbs (188 kg)
Height (steering wheel):38 inches (96 cm)

Electrical

Ground:negative
Battery volts:12

Mechanical

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

Production

Type:Lawn tractor
Year:1970
Manufacturer:Gilson
Original price:was $599 in 1970

Attachments

Blades:3-blade with manual lift
Cut height:1.75 to 3.25 inch (4 to 8 cm)
Mower deck:34" mid-mount Gilson 777
Cutting width:34 inches (86 cm)

Transmission

Type:belt-driven gear
Gears:3 forward and 1 reverse
Transmission:Tecumseh 616

Power Take-off (PTO)

PTO:Mid PTO
Clutch:manual idler
PTO type:independent

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