Fuel tank capacity for the John Deere LX173 is 2.5 gal (9.5 L). That equals 1.25 gal (4.7 L) at half tank, with gasoline listed as the fuel type.
Fuel tank capacity2.5 gal (9.5 L)Empty-to-full tank amount
Half tank1.25 gal (4.7 L)Planning guide
5-gal cans1 x 5-gal can is enough from emptyPortable fuel estimate
Fuel typegasolineUse correct fuel
John Deere LX173 fuel tank capacity specs
Fuel tank capacity
2.5 gal (9.5 L)
Fuel capacity in litres
9.5 L
Half tank amount
1.25 gal (4.7 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
gasoline
Estimated full tank fuel weight
15 lb (7 kg) of gasoline
Engine horsepower
14 hp
Engine displacement
25.8 cu in (0.42 L)
Fuel capacity per horsepower
0.179 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 LX173 fuel planning notes
Fuel capacity note
The John Deere LX173 fuel tank is listed at 2.5 gal (9.5 L). Runtime changes heavily with load, throttle, terrain and implement use.
Refill planning
For an empty-to-full refill on the John Deere LX173, plan for 1 x 5-gal can or 1 x 10-L jug. Real fill amount can be slightly lower if fuel remains in the tank.
Fuel type note
For the John Deere LX173, fuel choice is listed as gasoline. Capacity tells you how much; fuel type tells you what to put in it.
Full tank weight
For transport and storage planning, the John Deere LX173 full tank fuel load is roughly 15 lb (7 kg) of gasoline. Actual weight varies slightly by fuel blend and temperature.
Engine context
The John Deere LX173 engine specs listed with this page are engine horsepower 14 hp, engine displacement 25.8 cu in (0.42 L), and tank-to-power ratio 0.179 gal per hp. They help compare models but are not a fuel-consumption rating.
Fuel tank capacity guide
This model
2.5 gal
Guide low
1 gal
Guide typical
2.5 gal
Guide high
5.5 gal
Compared with a broad Lawn / garden tractor guide, not the full tractor dataset.
John Deere LX173 fuel capacity FAQ
How many litres of fuel does the John Deere LX173 hold?
For refueling, the John Deere LX173 is listed at 2.5 gal (9.5 L). This is tank size, not a guaranteed runtime figure.
What is the John Deere LX173 fuel capacity in litres?
The John Deere LX173 fuel tank is 2.5 gal (9.5 L), which converts to about 9.5 litres.
What should the John Deere LX173 hold at half fuel?
For the John Deere LX173, half of the listed fuel capacity is 1.25 gal (4.7 L). The actual gauge reading may not be perfectly linear.
How much portable fuel should I bring for the John Deere LX173?
For an empty-to-full refill on the John Deere LX173, 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.
What fuel should I put in the John Deere LX173?
The listed fuel type for the John Deere LX173 is gasoline. Match the correct fuel before filling the tank.
How long will the John Deere LX173 run on a full tank?
The John Deere LX173 may run very different hours on the same 2.5 gal (9.5 L) tank depending on mowing conditions, slopes, towing and throttle use. Use fuel capacity for planning, not as a fuel-burn rating.
How does the John Deere LX173 tank size compare?
Because the John Deere LX173 tank is only 2.5 gal (9.5 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.
