John Deere 318 Fuel Tank Capacity

Quick answer

The John Deere 318 holds 5 gal (18.9 L) of fuel. The listed fuel type is diesel; half a tank is 2.5 gal (9.5 L), and an empty-to-full refill needs 1 x 5-gal can.

Fuel tank capacity5 gal (18.9 L)Empty-to-full tank amount

Half tank2.5 gal (9.5 L)Planning guide

5-gal cans1 x 5-gal can is enough from emptyPortable fuel estimate

Fuel typedieselUse correct fuel

John Deere 318 fuel tank capacity specs

Fuel tank capacity	5 gal (18.9 L)
Fuel capacity in litres	18.9 L
Half tank amount	2.5 gal (9.5 L)
5-gallon fuel cans	1 x 5-gal can is enough from empty
10-litre fuel jugs	2 x 10-L jugs
Fuel type	diesel
Estimated full tank fuel weight	35 lb (16 kg) of diesel
Engine displacement	43.3 cu in (0.71 L)

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 318 fuel planning notes

Fuel capacity note	The useful refueling spec here is 5 gal (18.9 L). It tells you tank size; it does not guarantee hours of operation under load.
Refill planning	If carrying fuel to the John Deere 318, budget 1 x 5-gal can or 2 x 10-L jugs for a full empty-to-full refill.
Fuel type note	The John Deere 318 fuel type is diesel. Wrong fuel is a much bigger problem than a slightly short top-up.
Full tank weight	A full tank on the John Deere 318 adds 35 lb (16 kg) of diesel. This is an estimate for fuel weight only, not total machine weight.
Engine context	For comparison, the John Deere 318 engine details listed here are engine displacement 43.3 cu in (0.71 L). Tank size alone does not predict fuel use per hour.

Fuel tank capacity guide

This model

5 gal

Guide low

4 gal

Guide typical

12 gal

Guide high

30 gal

Compared with a broad Small / older tractor guide, not the full tractor dataset.

John Deere 318 fuel capacity FAQ

How much fuel does the John Deere 318 hold?

The John Deere 318 fuel tank capacity is 5 gal (18.9 L). Use this as the empty-to-full refueling amount.

How many litres of fuel does the John Deere 318 hold?

The John Deere 318 holds about 18.9 litres of fuel when filled from empty.

How many litres is half a tank on the John Deere 318?

Half-full fuel on the John Deere 318 is about 2.5 gal (9.5 L). Use the tank gauge as a guide, not a lab instrument.

How many 10-litre jugs fill the John Deere 318?

Portable refueling for the John Deere 318 is roughly 1 x 5-gal can or 2 x 10-L jugs. Bring extra only if you expect long runtime or heavy use.

Is the John Deere 318 diesel or gasoline?

The John Deere 318 fuel listing shows diesel. Use the correct fuel type and avoid mixing fuels.

Can I calculate John Deere 318 fuel burn from tank size?

You cannot get a reliable runtime from tank size alone. The John Deere 318 fuel capacity is 5 gal (18.9 L), but fuel burn depends on utility tractor work.