Gilson 865 RM-8E

The Gilson 865 RM-8E is a 1970 riding lawn mower manufactured by Gilson. It features an 8 hp Briggs & Stratton 318cc 1-cylinder gasoline engine with electric start and a 3-speed belt-driven gear transmission with 3 forward and 1 reverse gears. The mower has two-wheel drive, manual steering, and an open operator station. It rides on 10x4.10-4 front tires and 16x6.50-8 rear tires. The mower weighs 311 lbs (141 kg) and measures 54.5 inches in length, 41 inches in width, and 38 inches in height at the steering wheel. It includes a 34" mid-mount mower deck attachment with a 3-blade design and 34 inches (86 cm) cutting width. Electrical system is 12 volts with negative ground. Variants include the 809 model with manual start and the 865 model with electric start.