Gilson 52014 RM-8 vs Gilson 722 Commander 800

Verdict: Gilson 52014 RM-8 vs Gilson 722 Commander 800

The Gilson 52014 RM-8 and the Gilson 722 Commander 800 are both lawn tractors — here is how they stack up on the figures that matter. Both are rated at the same 8 hp. Gilson 52014 RM-8 is the lighter machine (124 kg vs 252 kg), which helps on soft ground and transport, while the heavier model carries more ballast for traction-limited draft work. Gilson 52014 RM-8 is the newer design (1971 vs 1966). Use the full side-by-side spec tables below to weigh the details against your own operation, and confirm with a dealer demo.