The John Deere LA140 fuel tank capacity is 2.4 gal (9.1 L). It is listed with diesel fuel, a half-tank amount of 1.2 gal (4.5 L), and 1 x 5-gal can.
Fuel tank capacity2.4 gal (9.1 L)Empty-to-full tank amount
Half tank1.2 gal (4.5 L)Planning guide
5-gal cans1 x 5-gal can is enough from emptyPortable fuel estimate
Fuel typedieselUse correct fuel
John Deere LA140 fuel tank capacity specs
Fuel tank capacity
2.4 gal (9.1 L)
Fuel capacity in litres
9.1 L
Half tank amount
1.2 gal (4.5 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
17 lb (8 kg) of diesel
Engine horsepower
23 hp
Engine displacement
44.2 cu in (0.72 L)
Fuel capacity per horsepower
0.104 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 LA140 fuel planning notes
Fuel capacity note
For the John Deere LA140, fuel tank capacity is 2.4 gal (9.1 L). This helps with fill-up planning, fuel storage and estimating how much fuel to bring to a job.
Refill planning
The John Deere LA140 is easiest to plan by container count: 1 x 5-gal can or 1 x 10-L jug. Do not overfill past the filler-neck guidance.
Fuel type note
Fuel type matters on the John Deere LA140. The listed type is diesel, so use the correct fuel before judging performance or runtime.
Full tank weight
The John Deere LA140 tank capacity equals roughly 17 lb (8 kg) of diesel when full. This helps when thinking about transport weight and fuel handling.
Engine context
The engine context for the John Deere LA140 is engine horsepower 23 hp, engine displacement 44.2 cu in (0.72 L), and tank-to-power ratio 0.104 gal per hp. Use this for comparison only; runtime still depends on workload.
Fuel tank capacity guide
This model
2.4 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 LA140 fuel capacity FAQ
What is the full tank capacity for the John Deere LA140?
The John Deere LA140 holds 2.4 gal (9.1 L) of fuel. A normal top-up may take less if there is fuel already in the tank.
How many litres is the John Deere LA140 fuel tank?
In litres, the John Deere LA140 fuel capacity is about 9.1 L based on the listed 2.4 gal (9.1 L) tank size.
What is half a tank on the John Deere LA140?
A half tank on the John Deere LA140 works out to roughly 1.2 gal (4.5 L), based on the listed 2.4 gal (9.1 L) full capacity.
Can I fill the John Deere LA140 from 5-gallon cans?
The John Deere LA140 fuel capacity works out to 1 x 5-gal can or 1 x 10-L jug. A normal top-up usually takes less.
Which fuel is listed for the John Deere LA140?
For the John Deere LA140, fuel type is listed as diesel. Do not assume diesel or gasoline without checking the machine label and manual.
Can the John Deere LA140 run all day on one tank?
The John Deere LA140 tank size is 2.4 gal (9.1 L), but runtime changes with workload. Fuel use is higher with long grass, wet grass, hills, bagging, towing or high throttle than with short grass, flat ground and steady mowing.
Is the John Deere LA140 fuel tank small or large?
The John Deere LA140 has a small fuel tank at 2.4 gal (9.1 L), so one or two portable cans may cover a full empty-to-full refill.
Official information note
Mistakes do happen. Check the operator manual, service manual and official deere.com website for official fuel capacity specifications.
