The John Deere 4960 coolant capacity is 8 gal (30.3 L). Use this as the cooling-system refill amount and recheck the level after the engine cools.
Coolant capacity8 gal (30.3 L)Cooling system refill amount
John Deere 4960 Coolant Capacity Specs
Coolant capacity
8 gal (30.3 L)
Engine horsepower
222 hp
Engine displacement
7.6 L (463.8 cu in)
John Deere 4960 Coolant Capacity Guide
Coolant capacity guide
This model
8 gal
Class low
1.5 gal
Class typical
3.5 gal
Class high
6 gal
Compared with a broad compact tractor guide, not the full tractor dataset.
John Deere 4960 Coolant Service Notes
Coolant capacity note
The John Deere 4960 cooling system is listed at 8 gal (30.3 L). Final level can settle after the first heat cycle, so recheck the level after service
Coolant service note
After refilling the John Deere 4960, run it to operating temperature and recheck after cool-down. Air pockets can make the level drop
Refill check
For the John Deere 4960, 8 gal (30.3 L) is the planned refill amount. The final level may need a small top-up after trapped air leaves the system
Engine context
The John Deere 4960 engine specs listed with this page are engine horsepower 222 hp and engine displacement 7.6 L (463.8 cu in). They help identify the machine, but they are not a substitute for the coolant capacity
John Deere 4960 Coolant Capacity FAQ
What is the refill amount for the John Deere 4960 cooling system?
The listed coolant amount for the John Deere 4960 is 8 gal (30.3 L). It is a refill guide, not a reason to ignore the actual level marks
Should I run the John Deere 4960 after adding coolant?
After refilling the John Deere 4960, run the engine to operating temperature, let it cool and recheck the radiator or overflow level. Air pockets can make the level drop
When is a full coolant flush better than a top-up on the John Deere 4960?
A top-up is only a level correction. A flush is the better choice if the John Deere 4960 has rusty coolant, oil contamination, mixed coolant types or repeated overheating
Official information note
Mistakes do happen. Tractor coolant capacity and coolant type can change by year, market, engine, radiator setup and service procedure. Check the operator manual, service manual and official deere.com website before draining, flushing or refilling the cooling system.
