John Deere 4049M Fuel Tank Capacity

Quick answer

Fuel tank capacity for the John Deere 4049M is 13 gal (49.2 L). That equals 6.5 gal (24.6 L) at half tank, with diesel listed as the fuel type.

Fuel tank capacity13 gal (49.2 L)Empty-to-full tank amount

Half tank6.5 gal (24.6 L)Planning guide

5-gal cansabout 3 x 5-gal cans to have enough fuel from emptyPortable fuel estimate

Fuel typedieselUse correct fuel

John Deere 4049M fuel tank capacity specs

Fuel tank capacity	13 gal (49.2 L)
Fuel capacity in litres	49.2 L
Half tank amount	6.5 gal (24.6 L)
5-gallon fuel cans	about 3 x 5-gal cans to have enough fuel from empty
10-litre fuel jugs	5 x 10-L jugs
Fuel type	diesel
Estimated full tank fuel weight	92 lb (42 kg) of diesel
Engine horsepower	49 hp
Engine displacement	128.1 cu in (2.1 L)
Fuel capacity per horsepower	0.265 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 4049M fuel planning notes

Fuel capacity note	For the John Deere 4049M, fuel tank capacity is 13 gal (49.2 L). This helps with fill-up planning, fuel storage and estimating how much fuel to bring to a job.
Refill planning	For an empty-to-full refill on the John Deere 4049M, plan for about 3 x 5-gal cans or 5 x 10-L jugs. Real fill amount can be slightly lower if fuel remains in the tank.
Fuel type note	Fuel type matters on the John Deere 4049M. The listed type is diesel, so use the correct fuel before judging performance or runtime.
Full tank weight	For transport and storage planning, the John Deere 4049M full tank fuel load is roughly 92 lb (42 kg) of diesel. Actual weight varies slightly by fuel blend and temperature.
Engine context	The John Deere 4049M engine specs listed with this page are engine horsepower 49 hp, engine displacement 128.1 cu in (2.1 L), and tank-to-power ratio 0.265 gal per hp. They help compare models but are not a fuel-consumption rating.

Fuel tank capacity guide

This model

13 gal

Guide low

6 gal

Guide typical

14 gal

Guide high

30 gal

Compared with a broad Compact / small utility tractor guide, not the full tractor dataset.

John Deere 4049M fuel capacity FAQ

How much fuel does the John Deere 4049M hold?

The listed fuel capacity for the John Deere 4049M is 13 gal (49.2 L). Treat it as the full tank size when planning fuel.

How many litres is the John Deere 4049M fuel tank?

The John Deere 4049M fuel tank is 13 gal (49.2 L), which converts to about 49.2 litres.

What is the half-tank amount for the John Deere 4049M?

Half-full fuel on the John Deere 4049M is about 6.5 gal (24.6 L). Use the tank gauge as a guide, not a lab instrument.

How many fuel cans are needed to fill the John Deere 4049M?

Portable refueling for the John Deere 4049M is roughly about 3 x 5-gal cans or 5 x 10-L jugs. Bring extra only if you expect long runtime or heavy use.

Does the John Deere 4049M use gasoline?

The John Deere 4049M fuel listing shows diesel. Use the correct fuel type and avoid mixing fuels.

How far can the John Deere 4049M go on a tank?

The John Deere 4049M tank size is 13 gal (49.2 L), but runtime changes with workload. Fuel use is higher with loader work, rotary cutting, tilling, snow work, hill work or heavy PTO use than with light mowing, transport or light yard work.