John Deere 8225R Fuel Tank Capacity

Quick answer

The John Deere 8225R holds 100 gal (378.5 L) of fuel. The listed fuel type is diesel; half a tank is 50 gal (189.3 L), and an empty-to-full refill needs about 20 x 5-gal cans.

Fuel tank capacity100 gal (378.5 L)Empty-to-full tank amount
Half tank50 gal (189.3 L)Planning guide
5-gal cansabout 20 x 5-gal cans to have enough fuel from emptyPortable fuel estimate
Fuel typedieselUse correct fuel

John Deere 8225R fuel tank capacity specs

Fuel tank capacity 100 gal (378.5 L)
Fuel capacity in litres 378.5 L
Half tank amount 50 gal (189.3 L)
5-gallon fuel cans about 20 x 5-gal cans to have enough fuel from empty
10-litre fuel jugs 38 x 10-L jugs
Fuel type diesel
Estimated full tank fuel weight 710 lb (322 kg) of diesel
Engine horsepower 225 hp
Engine displacement 9 L (549.2 cu in)
Fuel capacity per horsepower 0.444 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 8225R fuel planning notes

Fuel capacity note The John Deere 8225R fuel tank is listed at 100 gal (378.5 L). Runtime changes heavily with load, throttle, terrain and implement use.
Refill planning If carrying fuel to the John Deere 8225R, budget about 20 x 5-gal cans or 38 x 10-L jugs for a full empty-to-full refill.
Fuel type note For the John Deere 8225R, fuel choice is listed as diesel. Capacity tells you how much; fuel type tells you what to put in it.
Full tank weight A full tank on the John Deere 8225R adds 710 lb (322 kg) of diesel. This is an estimate for fuel weight only, not total machine weight.
Engine context For comparison, the John Deere 8225R engine details listed here are engine horsepower 225 hp, engine displacement 9 L (549.2 cu in), and tank-to-power ratio 0.444 gal per hp. Tank size alone does not predict fuel use per hour.

Fuel tank capacity guide

This model

100 gal

Guide low

100 gal

Guide typical

155 gal

Guide high

230 gal

Compared with a broad 8 Series guide, not the full tractor dataset.

John Deere 8225R fuel capacity FAQ

How much fuel should I buy for the John Deere 8225R?

For refueling, the John Deere 8225R is listed at 100 gal (378.5 L). This is tank size, not a guaranteed runtime figure.

What is the John Deere 8225R fuel capacity in litres?

The John Deere 8225R holds about 378.5 litres of fuel when filled from empty.

How much fuel is half full on the John Deere 8225R?

Half-full fuel on the John Deere 8225R is about 50 gal (189.3 L). Use the tank gauge as a guide, not a lab instrument.

How many fuel containers does the John Deere 8225R need from empty?

Portable refueling for the John Deere 8225R is roughly about 20 x 5-gal cans or 38 x 10-L jugs. Bring extra only if you expect long runtime or heavy use.

Does the John Deere 8225R use diesel fuel?

The John Deere 8225R fuel listing shows diesel. Use the correct fuel type and avoid mixing fuels.

Does fuel tank capacity tell me the John Deere 8225R runtime?

The John Deere 8225R may run very different hours on the same 100 gal (378.5 L) tank depending on tillage, pulling, PTO load, hydraulic demand, transport speed and field conditions. Use fuel capacity for planning, not as a fuel-burn rating.

How does the John Deere 8225R tank size compare?

For the John Deere 8225R, the 100 gal (378.5 L) capacity is big enough that fuel trailer, farm tank or pump access can save time.

Official information note

Mistakes do happen. Check the operator manual, service manual and official deere.com website for official fuel capacity specifications.