John Deere 1026R Fuel Tank Capacity

Quick answer

Fuel tank capacity for the John Deere 1026R is 6.5 gal (24.6 L). That equals 3.25 gal (12.3 L) at half tank, with diesel listed as the fuel type.

Fuel tank capacity6.5 gal (24.6 L)Empty-to-full tank amount

Half tank3.25 gal (12.3 L)Planning guide

5-gal cansabout 2 x 5-gal cans to have enough fuel from emptyPortable fuel estimate

Fuel typedieselUse correct fuel

John Deere 1026R fuel tank capacity specs

Fuel tank capacity	6.5 gal (24.6 L)
Fuel capacity in litres	24.6 L
Half tank amount	3.25 gal (12.3 L)
5-gallon fuel cans	about 2 x 5-gal cans to have enough fuel from empty
10-litre fuel jugs	3 x 10-L jugs
Fuel type	diesel
Estimated full tank fuel weight	46 lb (21 kg) of diesel
Engine model	Yanmar 1.1L
Engine horsepower	25.2 hp
Engine displacement	68.1 cu in (1.12 L)
Fuel capacity per horsepower	0.258 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 1026R fuel planning notes

Fuel capacity note	The John Deere 1026R fuel tank is listed at 6.5 gal (24.6 L). Runtime changes heavily with load, throttle, terrain and implement use.
Refill planning	For an empty-to-full refill on the John Deere 1026R, plan for about 2 x 5-gal cans or 3 x 10-L jugs. Real fill amount can be slightly lower if fuel remains in the tank.
Fuel type note	For the John Deere 1026R, fuel choice is listed as diesel. Capacity tells you how much; fuel type tells you what to put in it.
Full tank weight	For transport and storage planning, the John Deere 1026R full tank fuel load is roughly 46 lb (21 kg) of diesel. Actual weight varies slightly by fuel blend and temperature.
Engine context	The John Deere 1026R engine specs listed with this page are engine model Yanmar 1.1L, engine horsepower 25.2 hp, engine displacement 68.1 cu in (1.12 L), and tank-to-power ratio 0.258 gal per hp. They help compare models but are not a fuel-consumption rating.

Fuel tank capacity guide

This model

6.5 gal

Guide low

6 gal

Guide typical

14 gal

Guide high

30 gal

Compared with a broad Compact / small utility tractor guide, not the full tractor dataset.

John Deere 1026R fuel capacity FAQ

How much fuel fits in the John Deere 1026R tank?

The John Deere 1026R holds 6.5 gal (24.6 L) of fuel. A normal top-up may take less if there is fuel already in the tank.

What is the John Deere 1026R fuel capacity in litres?

The John Deere 1026R fuel tank is 6.5 gal (24.6 L), which converts to about 24.6 litres.

What should the John Deere 1026R hold at half fuel?

Half a tank on the John Deere 1026R is about 3.25 gal (12.3 L). Treat it as a planning number because gauge accuracy varies.

How much portable fuel should I bring for the John Deere 1026R?

From empty, the John Deere 1026R needs about 2 x 5-gal cans or 3 x 10-L jugs. If the tank already has fuel, you will need less.

What fuel should I put in the John Deere 1026R?

The John Deere 1026R is listed for diesel. Confirm at the cap, decal or manual before refueling if the machine history is unclear.

How long will the John Deere 1026R run on a full tank?

The John Deere 1026R may run very different hours on the same 6.5 gal (24.6 L) tank depending on loader use, PTO implements, mowing, travel and terrain. Use fuel capacity for planning, not as a fuel-burn rating.