The John Deere LTR166 holds 2 gal (7.6 L) of fuel. The listed fuel type is diesel; half a tank is 1 gal (3.8 L), and an empty-to-full refill needs 1 x 5-gal can.
Fuel tank capacity2 gal (7.6 L)Empty-to-full tank amount
Half tank1 gal (3.8 L)Planning guide
5-gal cans1 x 5-gal can is enough from emptyPortable fuel estimate
Fuel typedieselUse correct fuel
John Deere LTR166 fuel tank capacity specs
Fuel tank capacity
2 gal (7.6 L)
Fuel capacity in litres
7.6 L
Half tank amount
1 gal (3.8 L)
5-gallon fuel cans
1 x 5-gal can is enough from empty
10-litre fuel jugs
1 x 10-L jug
Fuel type
diesel
Estimated full tank fuel weight
14 lb (6 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 LTR166 fuel planning notes
Fuel capacity note
The John Deere LTR166 fuel tank is listed at 2 gal (7.6 L). Runtime changes heavily with load, throttle, terrain and implement use.
Refill planning
If carrying fuel to the John Deere LTR166, budget 1 x 5-gal can or 1 x 10-L jug for a full empty-to-full refill.
Fuel type note
For the John Deere LTR166, 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 LTR166 adds 14 lb (6 kg) of diesel. This is an estimate for fuel weight only, not total machine weight.
Fuel tank capacity guide
This model
2 gal
Guide low
1 gal
Guide typical
2.5 gal
Guide high
5.5 gal
Compared with a broad small fuel tank guide, selected from the listed tank size.
John Deere LTR166 fuel capacity FAQ
How many litres of fuel does the John Deere LTR166 hold?
The John Deere LTR166 tank holds 2 gal (7.6 L) from empty. Do not confuse full tank capacity with normal top-up amount.
What is the John Deere LTR166 fuel capacity in litres?
The John Deere LTR166 holds about 7.6 litres of fuel when filled from empty.
How much fuel is half full on the John Deere LTR166?
For the John Deere LTR166, half of the listed fuel capacity is 1 gal (3.8 L). The actual gauge reading may not be perfectly linear.
How many fuel containers does the John Deere LTR166 need from empty?
For an empty-to-full refill on the John Deere LTR166, plan for 1 x 5-gal can or 1 x 10-L jug. Stop at the correct fill level rather than forcing extra fuel in.
Does the John Deere LTR166 use diesel fuel?
The listed fuel type for the John Deere LTR166 is diesel. Match the correct fuel before filling the tank.
Does fuel tank capacity tell me the John Deere LTR166 runtime?
The John Deere LTR166 may run very different hours on the same 2 gal (7.6 L) tank depending on loader work, PTO implements, mowing, pulling, road travel and terrain. Use fuel capacity for planning, not as a fuel-burn rating.
How does the John Deere LTR166 tank size compare?
Because the John Deere LTR166 tank is only 2 gal (7.6 L), portable can planning matters more than bulk fuel planning.
Official information note
Mistakes do happen. Check the operator manual, service manual and official deere.com website for official fuel capacity specifications.
