Fuel tank capacity for the John Deere 5105M is 37.7 gal (142.7 L). That equals 18.85 gal (71.4 L) at half tank, with diesel listed as the fuel type.
Fuel tank capacity37.7 gal (142.7 L)Empty-to-full tank amount
Half tank18.85 gal (71.4 L)Planning guide
5-gal cansabout 8 x 5-gal cans to have enough fuel from emptyPortable fuel estimate
Fuel typedieselUse correct fuel
John Deere 5105M fuel tank capacity specs
Fuel tank capacity
37.7 gal (142.7 L)
Fuel capacity in litres
142.7 L
Half tank amount
18.85 gal (71.4 L)
5-gallon fuel cans
about 8 x 5-gal cans to have enough fuel from empty
10-litre fuel jugs
15 x 10-L jugs
Fuel type
diesel
Estimated full tank fuel weight
268 lb (121 kg) of diesel
Engine model
PowerTech 4045 e
Engine horsepower
105 hp
Engine displacement
274.6 cu in (4.5 L)
Fuel capacity per horsepower
0.359 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 5105M fuel planning notes
Fuel capacity note
The useful refueling spec here is 37.7 gal (142.7 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 5105M, plan for about 8 x 5-gal cans or 15 x 10-L jugs. Real fill amount can be slightly lower if fuel remains in the tank.
Fuel type note
The John Deere 5105M 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 5105M full tank fuel load is roughly 268 lb (121 kg) of diesel. Actual weight varies slightly by fuel blend and temperature.
Engine context
The John Deere 5105M engine specs listed with this page are engine model PowerTech 4045 e, engine horsepower 105 hp, engine displacement 274.6 cu in (4.5 L), and tank-to-power ratio 0.359 gal per hp. They help compare models but are not a fuel-consumption rating.
Fuel tank capacity guide
This model
37.7 gal
Guide low
18 gal
Guide typical
28 gal
Guide high
50 gal
Compared with a broad Utility tractor guide, not the full tractor dataset.
John Deere 5105M fuel capacity FAQ
What is the full tank capacity for the John Deere 5105M?
The John Deere 5105M tank holds 37.7 gal (142.7 L) from empty. Do not confuse full tank capacity with normal top-up amount.
How many litres of fuel does the John Deere 5105M hold?
The John Deere 5105M fuel tank is 37.7 gal (142.7 L), which converts to about 142.7 litres.
What is the half-tank amount for the John Deere 5105M?
A half tank on the John Deere 5105M works out to roughly 18.85 gal (71.4 L), based on the listed 37.7 gal (142.7 L) full capacity.
How many fuel cans are needed to fill the John Deere 5105M?
The John Deere 5105M fuel capacity works out to about 8 x 5-gal cans or 15 x 10-L jugs. A normal top-up usually takes less.
Does the John Deere 5105M use gasoline?
For the John Deere 5105M, fuel type is listed as diesel. Do not assume diesel or gasoline without checking the machine label and manual.
How far can the John Deere 5105M go on a tank?
You cannot get a reliable runtime from tank size alone. The John Deere 5105M fuel capacity is 37.7 gal (142.7 L), but fuel burn depends on utility tractor work.
Is the John Deere 5105M fuel tank big enough for regular use?
The John Deere 5105M falls into a utility tractor tank range at 37.7 gal (142.7 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.
