The Cub Cadet 86 tractor primary engine air filter part number found is KH-47-083-01. Cross-reference filters include WIX 42296; Baldwin PA2068; Donaldson P526801; Stens 100-107. Filter dimensions found include Outer diameter: 7 in / 178 mm; Inner diameter: 5.5 in / 140 mm. Service guidance is to check the air filter every 100 hours.
Outer diameter: 7 in / 178 mm; Inner diameter: 5.5 in / 140 mm
Outer diameter
7 in / 178 mm
Inner diameter
5.5 in / 140 mm
Replacement interval
Check every 100 hours
Number of air filter elements
1 element (primary)
Engine horsepower
10 hp
Cub Cadet 86 Air Filter Charts
Air filter dimensions
Outer diameter
7 in
Inner diameter
5.5 in
Engine horsepower
This model
10 hp
Average
23 hp
Low
12 hp
High
40 hp
Air filter service interval
This model
100 hr
Average
50 hr
Low
25 hr
High
100 hr
Cub Cadet 86 Air Filter FAQ
What air filter does the Cub Cadet 86 use?
The primary engine air filter part number found for the Cub Cadet 86 is KH-47-083-01.
What air filter cross-references fit the Cub Cadet 86?
Cross-reference filters found for the Cub Cadet 86 include WIX 42296; Baldwin PA2068; Donaldson P526801; Stens 100-107.
Can I use an aftermarket air filter on the Cub Cadet 86?
The Cub Cadet 86 has 4 cross-reference filters listed, starting with WIX 42296. For aftermarket buying, compare brand part number, dimensions, seal shape and air-cleaner housing fit.
What size is the Cub Cadet 86 air filter?
The air filter dimensions found for the Cub Cadet 86 are Outer diameter: 7 in / 178 mm; Inner diameter: 5.5 in / 140 mm. Use these dimensions as a fit check, but treat the part number as the main match.
How often should the Cub Cadet 86 air filter be checked or replaced?
The service guidance found for the Cub Cadet 86 is to check the air filter every 100 hours. That is longer than the reference average of 50 hours for this class, so still shorten the interval when the machine is used in heavy dust.
How many air filter elements are listed for the Cub Cadet 86?
This page confirms 1 element (primary). No separate safety or pre-filter part number was found for this model, so inspect the actual air-cleaner housing before assuming it uses only one piece.
Why include engine specs on a Cub Cadet 86 air filter page?
For the Cub Cadet 86, the engine specs found are 10 hp. This is useful context when comparing similar models, but not a substitute for checking the filter number KH-47-083-01.
Should I order the Cub Cadet 86 air filter by size or part number?
The safest buying order for the Cub Cadet 86 is OEM part number first, then cross-reference brand, then physical size. For this page, that means KH-47-083-01 first and Outer diameter: 7 in / 178 mm; Inner diameter: 5.5 in / 140 mm as a fit 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 cubcadet.com website before buying or fitting an air filter.
