Fuel tank capacity for the John Deere 6R 130 is 87.2 gal (330.1 L). That equals 43.6 gal (165 L) at half tank, with diesel listed as the fuel type.
Fuel tank capacity87.2 gal (330.1 L)Empty-to-full tank amount
Half tank43.6 gal (165 L)Planning guide
5-gal cansabout 18 x 5-gal cans to have enough fuel from emptyPortable fuel estimate
Fuel typedieselUse correct fuel
John Deere 6R 130 fuel tank capacity specs
Fuel tank capacity
87.2 gal (330.1 L)
Fuel capacity in litres
330.1 L
Half tank amount
43.6 gal (165 L)
5-gallon fuel cans
about 18 x 5-gal cans to have enough fuel from empty
10-litre fuel jugs
34 x 10-L jugs
Fuel type
diesel
Estimated full tank fuel weight
619 lb (281 kg) of diesel
Engine model
PowerTech PSS 4
Engine horsepower
128.7 hp
Engine displacement
276 cu in (4.52 L)
Fuel capacity per horsepower
0.678 gal per hp
Fuel capacity is a tank-size figure. Actual top-up amount and runtime depend on remaining fuel, workload, throttle use, terrain and machine condition.
John Deere 6R 130 fuel planning notes
Fuel capacity note
The useful refueling spec here is 87.2 gal (330.1 L). It tells you tank size; it does not guarantee hours of operation under load.
Refill planning
For an empty-to-full refill on the John Deere 6R 130, plan for about 18 x 5-gal cans or 34 x 10-L jugs. Real fill amount can be slightly lower if fuel remains in the tank.
Fuel type note
The John Deere 6R 130 fuel type is diesel. Wrong fuel is a much bigger problem than a slightly short top-up.
Full tank weight
For transport and storage planning, the John Deere 6R 130 full tank fuel load is roughly 619 lb (281 kg) of diesel. Actual weight varies slightly by fuel blend and temperature.
Engine context
The John Deere 6R 130 engine specs listed with this page are engine model PowerTech PSS 4, engine horsepower 128.7 hp, engine displacement 276 cu in (4.52 L), and tank-to-power ratio 0.678 gal per hp. They help compare models but are not a fuel-consumption rating.
Fuel tank capacity guide
This model
87.2 gal
Guide low
30 gal
Guide typical
55 gal
Guide high
90 gal
Compared with a broad 6 Series guide, not the full tractor dataset.
John Deere 6R 130 fuel capacity FAQ
How much fuel does the John Deere 6R 130 hold?
The empty-to-full fuel amount for the John Deere 6R 130 is 87.2 gal (330.1 L). If the gauge is not on empty, it will take less.
How many litres of fuel does the John Deere 6R 130 hold?
The John Deere 6R 130 fuel tank is 87.2 gal (330.1 L), which converts to about 330.1 litres.
What is the half-tank amount for the John Deere 6R 130?
Half-full fuel on the John Deere 6R 130 is about 43.6 gal (165 L). Use the tank gauge as a guide, not a lab instrument.
How many fuel cans are needed to fill the John Deere 6R 130?
Portable refueling for the John Deere 6R 130 is roughly about 18 x 5-gal cans or 34 x 10-L jugs. Bring extra only if you expect long runtime or heavy use.
Does the John Deere 6R 130 use gasoline?
The John Deere 6R 130 fuel listing shows diesel. Use the correct fuel type and avoid mixing fuels.
How far can the John Deere 6R 130 go on a tank?
You cannot get a reliable runtime from tank size alone. The John Deere 6R 130 fuel capacity is 87.2 gal (330.1 L), but fuel burn depends on field work.
Is the John Deere 6R 130 fuel tank big enough for regular use?
The John Deere 6R 130 falls into a larger utility / row-crop tank range at 87.2 gal (330.1 L). Use that to decide whether portable cans or pump refueling makes more sense.
Official information note
Mistakes do happen. Check the operator manual, service manual and official deere.com website for official fuel capacity specifications.
