Gilson lawn tractors 52117 lawn tractor

Gilson lawn tractors 52117

Power

11 hp

Production

1987

Engine

Gasoline, 1-cylinder

Transmission

Peerless 800

Drive

2WD

Introduction

Gilson 52117 Lawn Tractor

The Gilson 52117 is a lawn tractor manufactured in 1987, designed primarily for residential lawn maintenance and groundskeeping tasks.

Engine and Power

The tractor is powered by a Briggs & Stratton 252707 single-cylinder, air-cooled, vertical-shaft gasoline engine. It produces 11 horsepower (8.2 kW) and has a displacement of 399 cc (24.36 ci). The engine utilizes an electric starter powered by a 12-volt battery system.

Transmission and Drivetrain

The unit features a Peerless 800 belt-driven gear transmission, providing 5 forward gears and 1 reverse gear. It operates as a two-wheel drive machine with a manual idler clutch system for engagement.

Mechanical and Mowing Specifications

Equipped with manual steering and disc brakes, the tractor offers standard operator control in an open station configuration. It is fitted with a 38-inch mower deck for cutting operations. The machine utilizes lawn and turf tires, with 15x6.00-6 dimensions in the front and 18x8.50-8 in the rear.

Conclusion

The Gilson 52117 is a straightforward, mechanical lawn tractor suited for homeowners requiring basic cutting capability and reliable operation for standard residential lawn maintenance.

Production Information of Gilson lawn tractors, 52117

  • Lawn tractor
ManufacturerGilson

Dimension and Tires Information of Gilson lawn tractors, 52117

Lawn/turf front15x6.00-6
Lawn/turf rear18x8.50-8

Engine Specifications of Gilson lawn tractors, 52117

  • Briggs & Stratton 252707
  • Air-cooled vertical-shaft
  • Gasoline
  • 1-cylinder
Power (gross)11 hp [8.2 kW]
Displacement399 cc [24.36 ci]
StarterElectric
Bore/Stroke3.4375x2.625 inches [87 x 67 mm]
Starter volts12

Transmission Information of Gilson lawn tractors, 52117

Transmission variants 1

TransmissionPeerless 800
TypeBelt-driven gear
Gears5 forward and 1 reverse

Mechanical Specs of Gilson lawn tractors, 52117

  • Two-wheel drive
  • Open operator station.
  • Manual steering
  • Disc brakes

Power Information of Gilson lawn tractors, 52117

Mid PTOIndependent
ClutchManual idler

Electrical System of Gilson lawn tractors, 52117

GroundNegative
Battery volts12

Where it sits

With 11 HP, the Gilson lawn tractors 52117 sits between Pacer 10 (10 HP) and 750 (12 HP) in Gilson lawn tractors's range. Its power puts it in the 42th percentile of 1980s models in our database (977 machines).

Frequently asked questions

How much horsepower does the Gilson lawn tractors 52117 have?

The Gilson lawn tractors 52117 delivers 11 HP.

What years was the Gilson lawn tractors 52117 produced?

The Gilson lawn tractors 52117 was produced in 1987.

What engine does the Gilson lawn tractors 52117 have?

The Gilson lawn tractors 52117 is powered by a Gasoline, 1-cylinder engine.

What transmission does the Gilson lawn tractors 52117 use?

The Gilson lawn tractors 52117 uses a Peerless 800 transmission.

Is the Gilson lawn tractors 52117 4WD?

The Gilson lawn tractors 52117 is available in 2WD.

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