Fuel tank capacity for the John Deere 9R 490 is 400 gal (1,514.1 L). That equals 200 gal (757.1 L) at half tank, with diesel listed as the fuel type.
Fuel tank capacity400 gal (1,514.1 L)Empty-to-full tank amount
Half tank200 gal (757.1 L)Planning guide
5-gal cansabout 80 x 5-gal cans to have enough fuel from emptyPortable fuel estimate
Fuel typedieselUse correct fuel
John Deere 9R 490 fuel tank capacity specs
Fuel tank capacity
400 gal (1,514.1 L)
Fuel capacity in litres
1,514.1 L
Half tank amount
200 gal (757.1 L)
5-gallon fuel cans
about 80 x 5-gal cans to have enough fuel from empty
10-litre fuel jugs
152 x 10-L jugs
Fuel type
diesel
Estimated full tank fuel weight
2,840 lb (1,288 kg) of diesel
Engine model
John Deere 9R 490 tractor
Engine displacement
829.9 cu in (13.6 L)
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 9R 490 fuel planning notes
Fuel capacity note
The useful refueling spec here is 400 gal (1,514.1 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 9R 490, plan for about 80 x 5-gal cans or 152 x 10-L jugs. Real fill amount can be slightly lower if fuel remains in the tank.
Fuel type note
The John Deere 9R 490 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 9R 490 full tank fuel load is roughly 2,840 lb (1,288 kg) of diesel. Actual weight varies slightly by fuel blend and temperature.
Engine context
The John Deere 9R 490 engine specs listed with this page are engine model John Deere 9R 490 tractor and engine displacement 829.9 cu in (13.6 L). They help compare models but are not a fuel-consumption rating.
Fuel tank capacity guide
This model
400 gal
Guide low
150 gal
Guide typical
280 gal
Guide high
420 gal
Compared with a broad 9 Series guide, not the full tractor dataset.
John Deere 9R 490 fuel capacity FAQ
How many gallons of fuel does the John Deere 9R 490 take?
The listed fuel capacity for the John Deere 9R 490 is 400 gal (1,514.1 L). Treat it as the full tank size when planning fuel.
How many litres of fuel does the John Deere 9R 490 hold?
The John Deere 9R 490 fuel tank is 400 gal (1,514.1 L), which converts to about 1,514.1 litres.
What is the half-tank amount for the John Deere 9R 490?
Half a tank on the John Deere 9R 490 is about 200 gal (757.1 L). Treat it as a planning number because gauge accuracy varies.
How many fuel cans are needed to fill the John Deere 9R 490?
From empty, the John Deere 9R 490 needs about 80 x 5-gal cans or 152 x 10-L jugs. If the tank already has fuel, you will need less.
Does the John Deere 9R 490 use gasoline?
The John Deere 9R 490 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 9R 490 go on a tank?
You cannot get a reliable runtime from tank size alone. The John Deere 9R 490 fuel capacity is 400 gal (1,514.1 L), but fuel burn depends on field work.
Is the John Deere 9R 490 fuel tank big enough for regular use?
The John Deere 9R 490 falls into a large tractor tank range at 400 gal (1,514.1 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.
