The John Deere RX73 holds 25.33 gal (95.9 L) of fuel. The listed fuel type is diesel; half a tank is 12.67 gal (47.9 L), and an empty-to-full refill needs about 6 x 5-gal cans.
Fuel tank capacity25.33 gal (95.9 L)Empty-to-full tank amount
Half tank12.67 gal (47.9 L)Planning guide
5-gal cansabout 6 x 5-gal cans to have enough fuel from emptyPortable fuel estimate
Fuel typedieselUse correct fuel
John Deere RX73 fuel tank capacity specs
Fuel tank capacity
25.33 gal (95.9 L)
Fuel capacity in litres
95.9 L
Half tank amount
12.67 gal (47.9 L)
5-gallon fuel cans
about 6 x 5-gal cans to have enough fuel from empty
10-litre fuel jugs
10 x 10-L jugs
Fuel type
diesel
Estimated full tank fuel weight
180 lb (82 kg) of diesel
Engine horsepower
12 hp
Engine displacement
30.5 cu in (0.5 L)
Fuel capacity per horsepower
2.111 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 RX73 fuel planning notes
Fuel capacity note
The useful refueling spec here is 25.33 gal (95.9 L). It tells you tank size; it does not guarantee hours of operation under load.
Refill planning
If carrying fuel to the John Deere RX73, budget about 6 x 5-gal cans or 10 x 10-L jugs for a full empty-to-full refill.
Fuel type note
The John Deere RX73 fuel type is diesel. Wrong fuel is a much bigger problem than a slightly short top-up.
Full tank weight
A full tank on the John Deere RX73 adds 180 lb (82 kg) of diesel. This is an estimate for fuel weight only, not total machine weight.
Engine context
For comparison, the John Deere RX73 engine details listed here are engine horsepower 12 hp, engine displacement 30.5 cu in (0.5 L), and tank-to-power ratio 2.111 gal per hp. Tank size alone does not predict fuel use per hour.
Fuel tank capacity guide
This model
25.33 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 RX73 fuel capacity FAQ
How much fuel does the John Deere RX73 hold?
The John Deere RX73 holds 25.33 gal (95.9 L) of fuel. A normal top-up may take less if there is fuel already in the tank.
How many litres of fuel does the John Deere RX73 hold?
The John Deere RX73 holds about 95.9 litres of fuel when filled from empty.
How many litres is half a tank on the John Deere RX73?
Half-full fuel on the John Deere RX73 is about 12.67 gal (47.9 L). Use the tank gauge as a guide, not a lab instrument.
How many 10-litre jugs fill the John Deere RX73?
Portable refueling for the John Deere RX73 is roughly about 6 x 5-gal cans or 10 x 10-L jugs. Bring extra only if you expect long runtime or heavy use.
Is the John Deere RX73 diesel or gasoline?
The John Deere RX73 fuel listing shows diesel. Use the correct fuel type and avoid mixing fuels.
Can I calculate John Deere RX73 fuel burn from tank size?
You cannot get a reliable runtime from tank size alone. The John Deere RX73 fuel capacity is 25.33 gal (95.9 L), but fuel burn depends on utility tractor work.
Is the John Deere RX73 fuel tank big enough for regular use?
The John Deere RX73 falls into a utility tractor tank range at 25.33 gal (95.9 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.
