John Deere LA115 Fuel Tank Capacity

Quick answer

Fuel tank capacity for the John Deere LA115 is 1.19 gal (4.5 L). That equals 0.59 gal (2.3 L) at half tank, with diesel listed as the fuel type.

Fuel tank capacity1.19 gal (4.5 L)Empty-to-full tank amount
Half tank0.59 gal (2.3 L)Planning guide
5-gal cans1 x 5-gal can is enough from emptyPortable fuel estimate
Fuel typedieselUse correct fuel

John Deere LA115 fuel tank capacity specs

Fuel tank capacity 1.19 gal (4.5 L)
Fuel capacity in litres 4.5 L
Half tank amount 0.59 gal (2.3 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 diesel
Estimated full tank fuel weight 8 lb (4 kg) of diesel
Engine horsepower 19.5 hp
Engine displacement 30.6 cu in (0.5 L)
Fuel capacity per horsepower 0.061 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 LA115 fuel planning notes

Fuel capacity note The useful refueling spec here is 1.19 gal (4.5 L). It tells you tank size; it does not guarantee hours of operation under load.
Refill planning For an empty-to-full refill on the John Deere LA115, plan for 1 x 5-gal can or 1 x 10-L jug. Real fill amount can be slightly lower if fuel remains in the tank.
Fuel type note The John Deere LA115 fuel type is diesel. Wrong fuel is a much bigger problem than a slightly short top-up.
Full tank weight For transport and storage planning, the John Deere LA115 full tank fuel load is roughly 8 lb (4 kg) of diesel. Actual weight varies slightly by fuel blend and temperature.
Engine context The John Deere LA115 engine specs listed with this page are engine horsepower 19.5 hp, engine displacement 30.6 cu in (0.5 L), and tank-to-power ratio 0.061 gal per hp. They help compare models but are not a fuel-consumption rating.

Fuel tank capacity guide

This model

1.19 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 LA115 fuel capacity FAQ

What is the empty-to-full fuel amount for the John Deere LA115?

The full fuel tank capacity for the John Deere LA115 is 1.19 gal (4.5 L). Runtime depends on load, throttle and terrain.

How many litres of fuel does the John Deere LA115 hold?

The John Deere LA115 fuel tank is 1.19 gal (4.5 L), which converts to about 4.5 litres.

What is the half-tank amount for the John Deere LA115?

The John Deere LA115 half-tank amount is 0.59 gal (2.3 L). If the machine is on a slope, the gauge may read differently.

How many fuel cans are needed to fill the John Deere LA115?

To fill the John Deere LA115 from empty, budget 1 x 5-gal can or 1 x 10-L jug. If it is only low rather than empty, reduce that amount.

Does the John Deere LA115 use gasoline?

Use diesel in the John Deere LA115 where that listing applies. Wrong fuel can create a much bigger problem than a low tank.

How far can the John Deere LA115 go on a tank?

You cannot get a reliable runtime from tank size alone. The John Deere LA115 fuel capacity is 1.19 gal (4.5 L), but fuel burn depends on lawn and garden work.

Is the John Deere LA115 fuel tank big enough for regular use?

The John Deere LA115 falls into a small tank range at 1.19 gal (4.5 L). Use that to decide whether portable cans or pump refueling makes more sense.

Official information note

Mistakes do happen. Check the operator manual, service manual and official deere.com website for official fuel capacity specifications.