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Gilson M-8 780

Gilson M-8 780 tractor
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The Gilson M-8 780 is a 1969 lawn tractor from the M Series by Gilson. It features an 8 hp Kohler K181 305cc 1-cylinder air-cooled gasoline engine with electric start. The transmission is a Peerless 1708A belt-driven gear type with 3 forward and 1 reverse gears. It has two-wheel drive and manual steering with an open operator station. Electrical system is 12 volts negative ground. Attachments include a 38" mid-mount mower deck and a 42" front-mount blade.
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Technical Specifications

Detailed specifications and technical data for Gilson M-8 780

Power

Power (gross):8 hp (6.0 kW)

Engine

Type:gasoline
Model:Kohler K181
Cooling:air-cooled
Starter:electric
Cylinders:1-cylinder
Bore/Stroke:2.9375x2.75 inches (75 x 70 mm)
Displacement:305 cc (18.64 ci)
Power (gross):8 hp (6.0 kW)
Starter volts:12

Electrical

Ground:negative
Battery volts:12

Production

Type:Lawn tractor
Year:1969
Manufacturer:Gilson

Attachments

Blade:42 inches (106 cm) width, front-mount Gilson
38" mid-mount mower deck:38 inches (96 cm) cutting width, mid-mount Gilson

Transmission

Type:belt-driven gear
Gears:3 forward and 1 reverse
Model:Peerless 1708A

Drive and Steering

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

Related Models

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Model:M-8