Gilson 878 Cadet
The Gilson 878 Cadet is a riding lawn mower introduced in 1966 by Gilson. It features a 4 hp Lauson V40 gasoline engine with a 180 cc displacement and a manual recoil starter. The transmission is a belt-driven gear type with one forward and reverse gear. It has two-wheel drive and an open operator station. The mower includes a 25-inch mid-mount Gilson mower deck with a single blade for cutting.
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Technical Specifications
Detailed specifications and technical data for Gilson 878 Cadet
Engine
| Type | gasoline |
|---|---|
| Model | Lauson V40 |
| Power | 4 hp (3.0 kW) |
| Cooling | air-cooled vertical shaft |
| Cylinders | 1-cylinder |
| Bore/Stroke | 2.50x2.25 inches (64 x 57 mm) |
| Displacement | 180 cc (11.04 ci) |
| Starter type | manual recoil |
Dimensions
| Drive | Two-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Operator station | Open operator station |
Production
| Type | Riding lawn mower |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Gilson |
| Year introduced | 1966 |
Attachments
| Blades | 1-blade |
|---|---|
| Mower deck | 25" mid-mount Gilson |
| Cutting width | 25 inches (63 cm) |
Transmission
| Type | belt-driven gear |
|---|---|
| Gears | 1 forward and reverse |
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