The John Deere LA holds 7.93 gal (30 L) of fuel. The listed fuel type is diesel; half a tank is 4 gal (15 L), and an empty-to-full refill needs about 2 x 5-gal cans.
Fuel tank capacity7.93 gal (30 L)Empty-to-full tank amount
Half tank4 gal (15 L)Planning guide
5-gal cansabout 2 x 5-gal cans to have enough fuel from emptyPortable fuel estimate
Fuel typedieselUse correct fuel
John Deere LA fuel tank capacity specs
Fuel tank capacity
7.93 gal (30 L)
Fuel capacity in litres
30 L
Half tank amount
4 gal (15 L)
5-gallon fuel cans
about 2 x 5-gal cans to have enough fuel from empty
10-litre fuel jugs
4 x 10-L jugs
Fuel type
diesel
Estimated full tank fuel weight
56 lb (26 kg) of diesel
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 LA fuel planning notes
Fuel capacity note
The main fuel number for the John Deere LA is 7.93 gal (30 L). Use it as the empty-to-full tank amount, not as a guaranteed runtime figure.
Refill planning
If carrying fuel to the John Deere LA, budget about 2 x 5-gal cans or 4 x 10-L jugs for a full empty-to-full refill.
Fuel type note
The listed fuel type for the John Deere LA is diesel. Match the fuel type before filling; do not assume every John Deere machine uses diesel.
Full tank weight
A full tank on the John Deere LA adds 56 lb (26 kg) of diesel. This is an estimate for fuel weight only, not total machine weight.
Fuel tank capacity guide
This model
7.93 gal
Guide low
5 gal
Guide typical
12 gal
Guide high
22 gal
Compared with a broad compact fuel tank guide, selected from the listed tank size.
John Deere LA fuel capacity FAQ
How much fuel should I buy for the John Deere LA?
The empty-to-full fuel amount for the John Deere LA is 7.93 gal (30 L). If the gauge is not on empty, it will take less.
What is the litre conversion for the John Deere LA fuel tank?
The John Deere LA holds about 30 litres of fuel when filled from empty.
How much fuel is half full on the John Deere LA?
Half-full fuel on the John Deere LA is about 4 gal (15 L). Use the tank gauge as a guide, not a lab instrument.
How many fuel containers does the John Deere LA need from empty?
Portable refueling for the John Deere LA is roughly about 2 x 5-gal cans or 4 x 10-L jugs. Bring extra only if you expect long runtime or heavy use.
Does the John Deere LA use diesel fuel?
The John Deere LA fuel listing shows diesel. Use the correct fuel type and avoid mixing fuels.
Does fuel tank capacity tell me the John Deere LA runtime?
Runtime depends on workload, throttle use, terrain, attachments, travel speed and engine condition. The 7.93 gal (30 L) tank gives the storage amount, not a fixed hour rating.
What does the John Deere LA tank size mean for refueling?
With a listed capacity of 7.93 gal (30 L), the John Deere LA 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.
