The F/A-18 Hornet has a maximum internal fuel capacity of 2,250 US gallons (8,519 liters). This fuel is stored in two main fuel tanks, located in the fuselage just behind the cockpit, and two wingtip fuel tanks. In addition to the internal fuel, the Hornet can also carry up to three external fuel tanks, each with a capacity of 330 US gallons (1,245 liters). With all three external fuel tanks fitted, the Hornet can carry a total of 3,910 US gallons (14,839 liters) of fuel.
Here is a breakdown of the fuel capacity of the F/A-18 Hornet:
* Internal fuel tanks: 2,250 US gallons (8,519 liters)
* Wingtip fuel tanks: 2 x 150 US gallons (567 liters) = 300 US gallons (1,134 liters)
* External fuel tanks (3): 3 x 330 US gallons (1,245 liters) = 990 US gallons (3,735 liters)
Total fuel capacity: 3,540 US gallons (13,418 liters)
