Fuel tank capacity for the John Deere LX188 is 2.5 gal (9.5 L). That equals 1.25 gal (4.7 L) at half tank, with gasoline listed as the fuel type.
Fuel tank capacity2.5 gal (9.5 L)Empty-to-full tank amount
Half tank1.25 gal (4.7 L)Planning guide
5-gal cans1 x 5-gal can is enough from emptyPortable fuel estimate
Fuel typegasolineUse correct fuel
John Deere LX188 fuel tank capacity specs
Fuel tank capacity
2.5 gal (9.5 L)
Fuel capacity in litres
9.5 L
Half tank amount
1.25 gal (4.7 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
15 lb (7 kg) of gasoline
Engine model
John Deere LX188 tractor uses
Engine horsepower
18 hp
Engine displacement
36.8 cu in (0.6 L)
Fuel capacity per horsepower
0.139 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 LX188 fuel planning notes
Fuel capacity note
The main fuel number for the John Deere LX188 is 2.5 gal (9.5 L). Use it as the empty-to-full tank amount, not as a guaranteed runtime figure.
Refill planning
For an empty-to-full refill on the John Deere LX188, 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 listed fuel type for the John Deere LX188 is gasoline. Match the fuel type before filling; do not assume every John Deere machine uses diesel.
Full tank weight
For transport and storage planning, the John Deere LX188 full tank fuel load is roughly 15 lb (7 kg) of gasoline. Actual weight varies slightly by fuel blend and temperature.
Engine context
The John Deere LX188 engine specs listed with this page are engine model John Deere LX188 tractor uses, engine horsepower 18 hp, engine displacement 36.8 cu in (0.6 L), and tank-to-power ratio 0.139 gal per hp. They help compare models but are not a fuel-consumption rating.
Fuel tank capacity guide
This model
2.5 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 LX188 fuel capacity FAQ
What is the John Deere LX188 fuel tank capacity?
The John Deere LX188 holds 2.5 gal (9.5 L) of fuel. A normal top-up may take less if there is fuel already in the tank.
What is the litre conversion for the John Deere LX188 fuel tank?
The John Deere LX188 fuel tank is 2.5 gal (9.5 L), which converts to about 9.5 litres.
What should the John Deere LX188 hold at half fuel?
A half tank on the John Deere LX188 works out to roughly 1.25 gal (4.7 L), based on the listed 2.5 gal (9.5 L) full capacity.
How much portable fuel should I bring for the John Deere LX188?
The John Deere LX188 fuel capacity works out to 1 x 5-gal can or 1 x 10-L jug. A normal top-up usually takes less.
What fuel should I put in the John Deere LX188?
For the John Deere LX188, fuel type is listed as gasoline. Do not assume diesel or gasoline without checking the machine label and manual.
How long will the John Deere LX188 run on a full tank?
Runtime depends on grass height, mowing load, hills, towing, throttle position and engine condition. The 2.5 gal (9.5 L) tank gives the storage amount, not a fixed hour rating.
What does the John Deere LX188 tank size mean for refueling?
With a listed capacity of 2.5 gal (9.5 L), the John Deere LX188 is best planned as a small 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.
