The John Deere X130R holds 2 gal (7.6 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 (7.6 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 X130R fuel tank capacity specs
Fuel tank capacity
2 gal (7.6 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
17.5 hp
Engine displacement
30.5 cu in (0.5 L)
Fuel capacity per horsepower
0.115 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 X130R fuel planning notes
Fuel capacity note
For the John Deere X130R, fuel tank capacity is 2 gal (7.6 L). This helps with fill-up planning, fuel storage and estimating how much fuel to bring to a job.
Refill planning
If carrying fuel to the John Deere X130R, budget 1 x 5-gal can or 1 x 10-L jug for a full empty-to-full refill.
Fuel type note
Fuel type matters on the John Deere X130R. The listed type is gasoline, so use the correct fuel before judging performance or runtime.
Full tank weight
A full tank on the John Deere X130R 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 X130R engine details listed here are engine horsepower 17.5 hp, engine displacement 30.5 cu in (0.5 L), and tank-to-power ratio 0.115 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 X130R fuel capacity FAQ
How many gallons of fuel does the John Deere X130R take?
The John Deere X130R holds 2 gal (7.6 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 X130R fuel tank?
The John Deere X130R holds about 7.6 litres of fuel when filled from empty.
How many litres is half a tank on the John Deere X130R?
Half a tank on the John Deere X130R is about 1 gal (3.8 L). Treat it as a planning number because gauge accuracy varies.
How many 10-litre jugs fill the John Deere X130R?
From empty, the John Deere X130R needs 1 x 5-gal can or 1 x 10-L jug. If the tank already has fuel, you will need less.
Is the John Deere X130R diesel or gasoline?
The John Deere X130R is listed for gasoline. Confirm at the cap, decal or manual before refueling if the machine history is unclear.
Can I calculate John Deere X130R fuel burn from tank size?
The John Deere X130R tank size is 2 gal (7.6 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 X130R fuel tank small or large?
The John Deere X130R has a small fuel tank at 2 gal (7.6 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.
