Fuel tank capacity for the John Deere 4720 is 14.5 gal (54.9 L). That equals 7.25 gal (27.4 L) at half tank, with diesel listed as the fuel type.
Fuel tank capacity14.5 gal (54.9 L)Empty-to-full tank amount
Half tank7.25 gal (27.4 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 4720 fuel tank capacity specs
Fuel tank capacity
14.5 gal (54.9 L)
Fuel capacity in litres
54.9 L
Half tank amount
7.25 gal (27.4 L)
5-gallon fuel cans
about 3 x 5-gal cans to have enough fuel from empty
10-litre fuel jugs
6 x 10-L jugs
Fuel type
diesel
Estimated full tank fuel weight
103 lb (47 kg) of diesel
Engine horsepower
58.1 hp
Engine displacement
148.9 cu in (2.44 L)
Fuel capacity per horsepower
0.25 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 4720 fuel planning notes
Fuel capacity note
The main fuel number for the John Deere 4720 is 14.5 gal (54.9 L). Use it as the empty-to-full tank amount, not as a guaranteed runtime figure.
Refill planning
For an empty-to-full refill on the John Deere 4720, plan for about 3 x 5-gal cans or 6 x 10-L jugs. Real fill amount can be slightly lower if fuel remains in the tank.
Fuel type note
The listed fuel type for the John Deere 4720 is diesel. Match the fuel type before filling; do not assume every John Deere machine uses diesel.
Full tank weight
For transport and storage planning, the John Deere 4720 full tank fuel load is roughly 103 lb (47 kg) of diesel. Actual weight varies slightly by fuel blend and temperature.
Engine context
The John Deere 4720 engine specs listed with this page are engine horsepower 58.1 hp, engine displacement 148.9 cu in (2.44 L), and tank-to-power ratio 0.25 gal per hp. They help compare models but are not a fuel-consumption rating.
Fuel tank capacity guide
This model
14.5 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 4720 fuel capacity FAQ
What is the John Deere 4720 fuel tank capacity?
The John Deere 4720 fuel tank capacity is 14.5 gal (54.9 L). Use this as the empty-to-full refueling amount.
What is the litre conversion for the John Deere 4720 fuel tank?
The John Deere 4720 fuel tank is 14.5 gal (54.9 L), which converts to about 54.9 litres.
What should the John Deere 4720 hold at half fuel?
A half tank on the John Deere 4720 works out to roughly 7.25 gal (27.4 L), based on the listed 14.5 gal (54.9 L) full capacity.
How much portable fuel should I bring for the John Deere 4720?
The John Deere 4720 fuel capacity works out to about 3 x 5-gal cans or 6 x 10-L jugs. A normal top-up usually takes less.
What fuel should I put in the John Deere 4720?
For the John Deere 4720, fuel type is listed as diesel. Do not assume diesel or gasoline without checking the machine label and manual.
How long will the John Deere 4720 run on a full tank?
Runtime depends on loader work, mowing, PTO implements, slopes, travel speed, throttle and engine condition. The 14.5 gal (54.9 L) tank gives the storage amount, not a fixed hour rating.
What does the John Deere 4720 tank size mean for refueling?
With a listed capacity of 14.5 gal (54.9 L), the John Deere 4720 is best planned as a small / utility-size tank for fuel handling.
Official information note
Mistakes do happen. Check the operator manual, service manual and official deere.com website for official fuel capacity specifications.
