Fuel tank capacity for the John Deere 5515 is 19.8 gal (74.9 L). That equals 9.9 gal (37.5 L) at half tank, with diesel listed as the fuel type.
Fuel tank capacity19.8 gal (74.9 L)Empty-to-full tank amount
Half tank9.9 gal (37.5 L)Planning guide
5-gal cansabout 4 x 5-gal cans to have enough fuel from emptyPortable fuel estimate
Fuel typedieselUse correct fuel
John Deere 5515 fuel tank capacity specs
Fuel tank capacity
19.8 gal (74.9 L)
Fuel capacity in litres
74.9 L
Half tank amount
9.9 gal (37.5 L)
5-gallon fuel cans
about 4 x 5-gal cans to have enough fuel from empty
10-litre fuel jugs
8 x 10-L jugs
Fuel type
diesel
Estimated full tank fuel weight
141 lb (64 kg) of diesel
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 5515 fuel planning notes
Fuel capacity note
The useful refueling spec here is 19.8 gal (74.9 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 5515, plan for about 4 x 5-gal cans or 8 x 10-L jugs. Real fill amount can be slightly lower if fuel remains in the tank.
Fuel type note
The John Deere 5515 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 5515 full tank fuel load is roughly 141 lb (64 kg) of diesel. Actual weight varies slightly by fuel blend and temperature.
Fuel tank capacity guide
This model
19.79 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 5515 fuel capacity FAQ
How many gallons of fuel does the John Deere 5515 take?
The full fuel tank capacity for the John Deere 5515 is 19.8 gal (74.9 L). Runtime depends on load, throttle and terrain.
How many litres of fuel does the John Deere 5515 hold?
The John Deere 5515 fuel tank is 19.8 gal (74.9 L), which converts to about 74.9 litres.
What is the half-tank amount for the John Deere 5515?
Half a tank on the John Deere 5515 is about 9.9 gal (37.5 L). Treat it as a planning number because gauge accuracy varies.
How many fuel cans are needed to fill the John Deere 5515?
From empty, the John Deere 5515 needs about 4 x 5-gal cans or 8 x 10-L jugs. If the tank already has fuel, you will need less.
Does the John Deere 5515 use gasoline?
The John Deere 5515 is listed for diesel. Confirm at the cap, decal or manual before refueling if the machine history is unclear.
How far can the John Deere 5515 go on a tank?
You cannot get a reliable runtime from tank size alone. The John Deere 5515 fuel capacity is 19.8 gal (74.9 L), but fuel burn depends on utility tractor work.
Is the John Deere 5515 fuel tank big enough for regular use?
The John Deere 5515 falls into a utility tractor tank range at 19.8 gal (74.9 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.
