The Kubota M8970 tractor primary engine air filter part number found is M8970-AND-11420-11182. Filter dimensions found include Height: 11.43 in / 290 mm; Outer diameter: 5.24 in / 133 mm; Inner diameter: 2.71 in / 69 mm. Service guidance is to check the air filter every 100 hours.
Primary air filterM8970-AND-11420-11182
Filter height11.43 in / 290 mm
Engine power104.5 hp
Service intervalCheck every 100 hours
Kubota M8970 Air Filter Specs
Primary air filter part number
M8970-AND-11420-11182
Secondary / safety air filter
55231-26150
Air filter size
Height: 11.43 in / 290 mm; Outer diameter: 5.24 in / 133 mm; Inner diameter: 2.71 in / 69 mm
Filter height
11.43 in / 290 mm
Outer diameter
5.24 in / 133 mm
Inner diameter
2.71 in / 69 mm
Replacement interval
Check every 100 hours
Number of air filter elements
2 elements (primary, secondary)
Engine horsepower
104.5 hp
Engine displacement
261.9 cu in (4.3 L)
Kubota M8970 Air Filter Charts
Air filter dimensions
Height
11.43 in
Outer diameter
5.24 in
Inner diameter
2.71 in
Engine horsepower
This model
104.5 hp
Average
85 hp
Low
45 hp
High
150 hp
Engine displacement
This model
261.9 cu in
Average
220 cu in
Low
120 cu in
High
420 cu in
Air filter service interval
This model
100 hr
Average
100 hr
Low
50 hr
High
250 hr
Kubota M8970 Air Filter FAQ
What air filter does the Kubota M8970 use?
The primary engine air filter part number found for the Kubota M8970 is M8970-AND-11420-11182.
What size is the Kubota M8970 air filter?
The air filter dimensions found for the Kubota M8970 are Height: 11.43 in / 290 mm; Outer diameter: 5.24 in / 133 mm; Inner diameter: 2.71 in / 69 mm. Use these dimensions as a fit check, but treat the part number as the main match.
How often should the Kubota M8970 air filter be checked or replaced?
The service guidance found for the Kubota M8970 is to check the air filter every 100 hours. That matches the reference average of 100 hours used for this class.
How many air filter elements are listed for the Kubota M8970?
This page lists 2 elements (primary, secondary). That means the safety element should be treated separately from the outer primary air filter.
Why include engine specs on a Kubota M8970 air filter page?
Engine specs found for the Kubota M8970 include 104.5 hp, 261.9 cu in (4.3 L). Those specs help identify the tractor class, but the air filter should still be matched by part number M8970-AND-11420-11182.
Should I order the Kubota M8970 air filter by size or part number?
The part number M8970-AND-11420-11182 matters more than size alone on the Kubota M8970. The listed dimensions helps confirm the filter looks physically consistent.
What should I confirm before buying a Kubota M8970 air filter?
For the Kubota M8970, confirm M8970-AND-11420-11182 against the Kubota parts source and use the listed dimensions of Height: 11.43 in / 290 mm; Outer diameter: 5.24 in / 133 mm; Inner diameter: 2.71 in / 69 mm as a physical check.
Official information note
Air filter fit can change by engine, serial number, production year and air-cleaner housing. Check the operator manual, parts manual and official kubotausa.com website before buying or fitting an air filter.
