The John Deere X748 fuel tank capacity is 6.5 gal (24.6 L). It is listed with diesel fuel, a half-tank amount of 3.25 gal (12.3 L), and about 2 x 5-gal cans.
Fuel tank capacity6.5 gal (24.6 L)Empty-to-full tank amount
Half tank3.25 gal (12.3 L)Planning guide
5-gal cansabout 2 x 5-gal cans to have enough fuel from emptyPortable fuel estimate
Fuel typedieselUse correct fuel
John Deere X748 fuel tank capacity specs
Fuel tank capacity
6.5 gal (24.6 L)
Fuel capacity in litres
24.6 L
Half tank amount
3.25 gal (12.3 L)
5-gallon fuel cans
about 2 x 5-gal cans to have enough fuel from empty
10-litre fuel jugs
3 x 10-L jugs
Fuel type
diesel
Estimated full tank fuel weight
46 lb (21 kg) of diesel
Engine model
Yanmar 1116
Engine horsepower
24 hp
Fuel capacity per horsepower
0.271 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 X748 fuel planning notes
Fuel capacity note
The John Deere X748 fuel tank is listed at 6.5 gal (24.6 L). Runtime changes heavily with load, throttle, terrain and implement use.
Refill planning
The John Deere X748 is easiest to plan by container count: about 2 x 5-gal cans or 3 x 10-L jugs. Do not overfill past the filler-neck guidance.
Fuel type note
For the John Deere X748, fuel choice is listed as diesel. Capacity tells you how much; fuel type tells you what to put in it.
Full tank weight
The John Deere X748 tank capacity equals roughly 46 lb (21 kg) of diesel when full. This helps when thinking about transport weight and fuel handling.
Engine context
The engine context for the John Deere X748 is engine model Yanmar 1116, engine horsepower 24 hp, and tank-to-power ratio 0.271 gal per hp. Use this for comparison only; runtime still depends on workload.
Fuel tank capacity guide
This model
6.5 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 X748 fuel capacity FAQ
How much fuel should I buy for the John Deere X748?
The listed fuel capacity for the John Deere X748 is 6.5 gal (24.6 L). Treat it as the full tank size when planning fuel.
What is the John Deere X748 fuel capacity in litres?
In litres, the John Deere X748 fuel capacity is about 24.6 L based on the listed 6.5 gal (24.6 L) tank size.
How many gallons is half a tank on the John Deere X748?
Half-full fuel on the John Deere X748 is about 3.25 gal (12.3 L). Use the tank gauge as a guide, not a lab instrument.
How many 5-gallon cans fill the John Deere X748?
Portable refueling for the John Deere X748 is roughly about 2 x 5-gal cans or 3 x 10-L jugs. Bring extra only if you expect long runtime or heavy use.
What fuel type does the John Deere X748 use?
The John Deere X748 fuel listing shows diesel. Use the correct fuel type and avoid mixing fuels.
How many hours will the John Deere X748 run on 6.5 gal (24.6 L)?
The John Deere X748 may run very different hours on the same 6.5 gal (24.6 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 X748 tank size compare?
For the John Deere X748, the 6.5 gal (24.6 L) tank size is practical for portable refueling, especially if you carry 5-gallon cans.
Official information note
Mistakes do happen. Check the operator manual, service manual and official deere.com website for official fuel capacity specifications.
