The John Deere 5115ML holds 46 gal (174.1 L) of fuel. The listed fuel type is diesel; half a tank is 23 gal (87.1 L), and an empty-to-full refill needs about 10 x 5-gal cans.
Fuel tank capacity46 gal (174.1 L)Empty-to-full tank amount
Half tank23 gal (87.1 L)Planning guide
5-gal cansabout 10 x 5-gal cans to have enough fuel from emptyPortable fuel estimate
Fuel typedieselUse correct fuel
John Deere 5115ML fuel tank capacity specs
Fuel tank capacity
46 gal (174.1 L)
Fuel capacity in litres
174.1 L
Half tank amount
23 gal (87.1 L)
5-gallon fuel cans
about 10 x 5-gal cans to have enough fuel from empty
10-litre fuel jugs
18 x 10-L jugs
Fuel type
diesel
Estimated full tank fuel weight
327 lb (148 kg) of diesel
Engine horsepower
115 hp
Engine displacement
4.5 L (274.6 cu in)
Fuel capacity per horsepower
0.4 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 5115ML fuel planning notes
Fuel capacity note
The main fuel number for the John Deere 5115ML is 46 gal (174.1 L). Use it as the empty-to-full tank amount, not as a guaranteed runtime figure.
Refill planning
If carrying fuel to the John Deere 5115ML, budget about 10 x 5-gal cans or 18 x 10-L jugs for a full empty-to-full refill.
Fuel type note
The listed fuel type for the John Deere 5115ML is diesel. Match the fuel type before filling; do not assume every John Deere machine uses diesel.
Full tank weight
A full tank on the John Deere 5115ML adds 327 lb (148 kg) of diesel. This is an estimate for fuel weight only, not total machine weight.
Engine context
For comparison, the John Deere 5115ML engine details listed here are engine horsepower 115 hp, engine displacement 4.5 L (274.6 cu in), and tank-to-power ratio 0.4 gal per hp. Tank size alone does not predict fuel use per hour.
Fuel tank capacity guide
This model
46 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 5115ML fuel capacity FAQ
What is the John Deere 5115ML fuel capacity?
The John Deere 5115ML tank holds 46 gal (174.1 L) from empty. Do not confuse full tank capacity with normal top-up amount.
What is the litre conversion for the John Deere 5115ML fuel tank?
The John Deere 5115ML holds about 174.1 litres of fuel when filled from empty.
How much fuel is half full on the John Deere 5115ML?
The John Deere 5115ML half-tank amount is 23 gal (87.1 L). If the machine is on a slope, the gauge may read differently.
How many fuel containers does the John Deere 5115ML need from empty?
To fill the John Deere 5115ML from empty, budget about 10 x 5-gal cans or 18 x 10-L jugs. If it is only low rather than empty, reduce that amount.
Does the John Deere 5115ML use diesel fuel?
Use diesel in the John Deere 5115ML where that listing applies. Wrong fuel can create a much bigger problem than a low tank.
Does fuel tank capacity tell me the John Deere 5115ML runtime?
Runtime depends on loader work, PTO use, mowing, pulling load, terrain, throttle and engine condition. The 46 gal (174.1 L) tank gives the storage amount, not a fixed hour rating.
What does the John Deere 5115ML tank size mean for refueling?
With a listed capacity of 46 gal (174.1 L), the John Deere 5115ML is best planned as a larger utility / row-crop 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.
