The John Deere LA105 holds 2 gal (7.7 L) of fuel. The listed fuel type is gasoline; half a tank is 1 gal (3.8 L), and an empty-to-full refill needs 1 x 5-gal can.
Fuel tank capacity2 gal (7.7 L)Empty-to-full tank amount
Half tank1 gal (3.8 L)Planning guide
5-gal cans1 x 5-gal can is enough from emptyPortable fuel estimate
Fuel typegasolineUse correct fuel
John Deere LA105 fuel tank capacity specs
Fuel tank capacity
2 gal (7.7 L)
Fuel capacity in litres
7.6 L
Half tank amount
1 gal (3.8 L)
5-gallon fuel cans
1 x 5-gal can is enough from empty
10-litre fuel jugs
1 x 10-L jug
Fuel type
gasoline
Estimated full tank fuel weight
12 lb (6 kg) of gasoline
Engine horsepower
19.5 hp
Engine displacement
30.5 cu in (0.5 L)
Fuel capacity per horsepower
0.103 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 LA105 fuel planning notes
Fuel capacity note
The John Deere LA105 fuel tank is listed at 2 gal (7.7 L). Runtime changes heavily with load, throttle, terrain and implement use.
Refill planning
If carrying fuel to the John Deere LA105, budget 1 x 5-gal can or 1 x 10-L jug for a full empty-to-full refill.
Fuel type note
For the John Deere LA105, fuel choice is listed as gasoline. Capacity tells you how much; fuel type tells you what to put in it.
Full tank weight
A full tank on the John Deere LA105 adds 12 lb (6 kg) of gasoline. This is an estimate for fuel weight only, not total machine weight.
Engine context
For comparison, the John Deere LA105 engine details listed here are engine horsepower 19.5 hp, engine displacement 30.5 cu in (0.5 L), and tank-to-power ratio 0.103 gal per hp. Tank size alone does not predict fuel use per hour.
Fuel tank capacity guide
This model
2 gal
Guide low
1 gal
Guide typical
2.5 gal
Guide high
5.5 gal
Compared with a broad Lawn / garden tractor guide, not the full tractor dataset.
John Deere LA105 fuel capacity FAQ
How much fuel should I buy for the John Deere LA105?
For refueling, the John Deere LA105 is listed at 2 gal (7.7 L). This is tank size, not a guaranteed runtime figure.
What is the John Deere LA105 fuel capacity in litres?
The John Deere LA105 holds about 7.6 litres of fuel when filled from empty.
How much fuel is half full on the John Deere LA105?
Half-full fuel on the John Deere LA105 is about 1 gal (3.8 L). Use the tank gauge as a guide, not a lab instrument.
How many fuel containers does the John Deere LA105 need from empty?
Portable refueling for the John Deere LA105 is roughly 1 x 5-gal can or 1 x 10-L jug. Bring extra only if you expect long runtime or heavy use.
Does the John Deere LA105 use diesel fuel?
The John Deere LA105 fuel listing shows gasoline. Use the correct fuel type and avoid mixing fuels.
Does fuel tank capacity tell me the John Deere LA105 runtime?
The John Deere LA105 may run very different hours on the same 2 gal (7.7 L) tank depending on mowing conditions, slopes, towing and throttle use. Use fuel capacity for planning, not as a fuel-burn rating.
How does the John Deere LA105 tank size compare?
Because the John Deere LA105 tank is only 2 gal (7.7 L), portable can planning matters more than bulk fuel planning.
Official information note
Mistakes do happen. Check the operator manual, service manual and official deere.com website for official fuel capacity specifications.
