The John Deere 818 fuel tank capacity is 8.2 gal (31.1 L). It is listed with diesel fuel, a half-tank amount of 4.1 gal (15.5 L), and about 2 x 5-gal cans.
Fuel tank capacity8.2 gal (31.1 L)Empty-to-full tank amount
Half tank4.1 gal (15.5 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 818 fuel tank capacity specs
Fuel tank capacity
8.2 gal (31.1 L)
Fuel capacity in litres
31.1 L
Half tank amount
4.1 gal (15.5 L)
5-gallon fuel cans
about 2 x 5-gal cans to have enough fuel from empty
10-litre fuel jugs
4 x 10-L jugs
Fuel type
diesel
Estimated full tank fuel weight
58 lb (26 kg) of diesel
Engine horsepower
58.8 hp
Fuel capacity per horsepower
0.14 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 818 fuel planning notes
Fuel capacity note
The main fuel number for the John Deere 818 is 8.2 gal (31.1 L). Use it as the empty-to-full tank amount, not as a guaranteed runtime figure.
Refill planning
The John Deere 818 is easiest to plan by container count: about 2 x 5-gal cans or 4 x 10-L jugs. Do not overfill past the filler-neck guidance.
Fuel type note
The listed fuel type for the John Deere 818 is diesel. Match the fuel type before filling; do not assume every John Deere machine uses diesel.
Full tank weight
The John Deere 818 tank capacity equals roughly 58 lb (26 kg) of diesel when full. This helps when thinking about transport weight and fuel handling.
Engine context
The engine context for the John Deere 818 is engine horsepower 58.8 hp and tank-to-power ratio 0.14 gal per hp. Use this for comparison only; runtime still depends on workload.
Fuel tank capacity guide
This model
8.21 gal
Guide low
4 gal
Guide typical
12 gal
Guide high
30 gal
Compared with a broad Small / older tractor guide, not the full tractor dataset.
John Deere 818 fuel capacity FAQ
How much fuel should I buy for the John Deere 818?
The John Deere 818 tank holds 8.2 gal (31.1 L) from empty. Do not confuse full tank capacity with normal top-up amount.
What is the litre conversion for the John Deere 818 fuel tank?
In litres, the John Deere 818 fuel capacity is about 31.1 L based on the listed 8.2 gal (31.1 L) tank size.
How many gallons is half a tank on the John Deere 818?
Half-full fuel on the John Deere 818 is about 4.1 gal (15.5 L). Use the tank gauge as a guide, not a lab instrument.
How many 5-gallon cans fill the John Deere 818?
Portable refueling for the John Deere 818 is roughly about 2 x 5-gal cans or 4 x 10-L jugs. Bring extra only if you expect long runtime or heavy use.
What fuel type does the John Deere 818 use?
The John Deere 818 fuel listing shows diesel. Use the correct fuel type and avoid mixing fuels.
How many hours will the John Deere 818 run on 8.2 gal (31.1 L)?
Runtime depends on loader work, PTO use, mowing, pulling load, terrain, throttle and engine condition. The 8.2 gal (31.1 L) tank gives the storage amount, not a fixed hour rating.
What does the John Deere 818 tank size mean for refueling?
With a listed capacity of 8.2 gal (31.1 L), the John Deere 818 is best planned as a small / utility-size 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.
