Fuel tank capacity for the John Deere 5042D is 15.84 gal (60 L). That equals 7.92 gal (30 L) at half tank, with diesel listed as the fuel type.
Fuel tank capacity15.84 gal (60 L)Empty-to-full tank amount
Half tank7.92 gal (30 L)Planning guide
5-gal cansabout 4 x 5-gal cans to have enough fuel from emptyPortable fuel estimate
Fuel typedieselUse correct fuel
John Deere 5042D fuel tank capacity specs
Fuel tank capacity
15.84 gal (60 L)
Fuel capacity in litres
60 L
Half tank amount
7.92 gal (30 L)
5-gallon fuel cans
about 4 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
113 lb (51 kg) of diesel
Engine horsepower
42 hp
Engine displacement
177 cu in (2.9 L)
Fuel capacity per horsepower
0.377 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 5042D fuel planning notes
Fuel capacity note
The John Deere 5042D fuel tank is listed at 15.84 gal (60 L). Runtime changes heavily with load, throttle, terrain and implement use.
Refill planning
For an empty-to-full refill on the John Deere 5042D, plan for about 4 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
For the John Deere 5042D, fuel choice is listed as diesel. Capacity tells you how much; fuel type tells you what to put in it.
Full tank weight
For transport and storage planning, the John Deere 5042D full tank fuel load is roughly 113 lb (51 kg) of diesel. Actual weight varies slightly by fuel blend and temperature.
Engine context
The John Deere 5042D engine specs listed with this page are engine horsepower 42 hp, engine displacement 177 cu in (2.9 L), and tank-to-power ratio 0.377 gal per hp. They help compare models but are not a fuel-consumption rating.
Fuel tank capacity guide
This model
15.85 gal
Guide low
18 gal
Guide typical
28 gal
Guide high
50 gal
Compared with a broad Utility tractor guide, not the full tractor dataset.
John Deere 5042D fuel capacity FAQ
How much fuel should I buy for the John Deere 5042D?
The full fuel tank capacity for the John Deere 5042D is 15.84 gal (60 L). Runtime depends on load, throttle and terrain.
What is the John Deere 5042D fuel capacity in litres?
The John Deere 5042D fuel tank is 15.84 gal (60 L), which converts to about 60 litres.
What should the John Deere 5042D hold at half fuel?
Half-full fuel on the John Deere 5042D is about 7.92 gal (30 L). Use the tank gauge as a guide, not a lab instrument.
How much portable fuel should I bring for the John Deere 5042D?
Portable refueling for the John Deere 5042D is roughly about 4 x 5-gal cans or 6 x 10-L jugs. Bring extra only if you expect long runtime or heavy use.
What fuel should I put in the John Deere 5042D?
The John Deere 5042D fuel listing shows diesel. Use the correct fuel type and avoid mixing fuels.
How long will the John Deere 5042D run on a full tank?
The John Deere 5042D may run very different hours on the same 15.84 gal (60 L) tank depending on loader work, PTO implements, mowing, pulling, road travel and terrain. Use fuel capacity for planning, not as a fuel-burn rating.
How does the John Deere 5042D tank size compare?
For the John Deere 5042D, the 15.84 gal (60 L) tank size is practical for portable refueling, especially if you carry 5-gallon cans.
Official information note
Mistakes do happen. Check the operator manual, service manual and official deere.com website for official fuel capacity specifications.
