John Deere 5104 Fuel Tank Capacity

Quick answer

Fuel tank capacity for the John Deere 5104 is 13.49 gal (51.1 L). That equals 6.75 gal (25.5 L) at half tank, with diesel listed as the fuel type.

Fuel tank capacity13.49 gal (51.1 L)Empty-to-full tank amount
Half tank6.75 gal (25.5 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 5104 fuel tank capacity specs

Fuel tank capacity 13.49 gal (51.1 L)
Fuel capacity in litres 51.1 L
Half tank amount 6.75 gal (25.5 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 96 lb (43 kg) of diesel
Engine horsepower 45 hp
Fuel capacity per horsepower 0.3 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 5104 fuel planning notes

Fuel capacity note For the John Deere 5104, fuel tank capacity is 13.49 gal (51.1 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 5104, 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 Fuel type matters on the John Deere 5104. 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 5104 full tank fuel load is roughly 96 lb (43 kg) of diesel. Actual weight varies slightly by fuel blend and temperature.
Engine context The John Deere 5104 engine specs listed with this page are engine horsepower 45 hp and tank-to-power ratio 0.3 gal per hp. They help compare models but are not a fuel-consumption rating.

Fuel tank capacity guide

This model

13.49 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 5104 fuel capacity FAQ

What is the empty-to-full fuel amount for the John Deere 5104?

The listed fuel capacity for the John Deere 5104 is 13.49 gal (51.1 L). Treat it as the full tank size when planning fuel.

How many litres is the John Deere 5104 fuel tank?

The John Deere 5104 fuel tank is 13.49 gal (51.1 L), which converts to about 51.1 litres.

What is the half-tank amount for the John Deere 5104?

The John Deere 5104 half-tank amount is 6.75 gal (25.5 L). If the machine is on a slope, the gauge may read differently.

How many fuel cans are needed to fill the John Deere 5104?

To fill the John Deere 5104 from empty, budget about 3 x 5-gal cans or 6 x 10-L jugs. If it is only low rather than empty, reduce that amount.

Does the John Deere 5104 use gasoline?

Use diesel in the John Deere 5104 where that listing applies. Wrong fuel can create a much bigger problem than a low tank.

How far can the John Deere 5104 go on a tank?

The John Deere 5104 tank size is 13.49 gal (51.1 L), but runtime changes with workload. Fuel use is higher with loader work, rotary cutting, baling, tilling, pulling, hill work or heavy PTO use than with light mowing, road travel or low-load utility work.

Is the John Deere 5104 fuel tank small or large?

The John Deere 5104 tank is a small-to-utility size at 13.49 gal (51.1 L). It is easy to plan around standard 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.