Cub Cadet 129 Air Filter: Part Number, Size & Cross Reference

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The Cub Cadet 129 tractor primary engine air filter part number found is 385168. Cross-reference filters include WIX 42080; Baldwin PA2020. Service guidance is to check the air filter every 100 hours.

Primary air filter385168
Cross-referenceWIX 42080
Engine power12 hp
Service intervalCheck every 100 hours

Cub Cadet 129 Air Filter Specs

Primary air filter part number 385168
Pre-filter 937-05066-AND-737-05066
Cross-reference filters WIX 42080; Baldwin PA2020
Replacement interval Check every 100 hours
Number of air filter elements 2 elements (primary, pre-filter)
Engine horsepower 12 hp
Engine displacement 18.4 cu in (0.3 L)

Cub Cadet 129 Air Filter Charts

Engine horsepower

This model

12 hp

Average

23 hp

Low

12 hp

High

40 hp

Engine displacement

This model

18.4 cu in

Average

48 cu in

Low

25 cu in

High

80 cu in

Air filter service interval

This model

100 hr

Average

50 hr

Low

25 hr

High

100 hr

Cub Cadet 129 Air Filter FAQ

What air filter does the Cub Cadet 129 use? The primary engine air filter part number found for the Cub Cadet 129 is 385168.
What air filter cross-references fit the Cub Cadet 129? Cross-reference filters found for the Cub Cadet 129 include WIX 42080; Baldwin PA2020.
Can I use an aftermarket air filter on the Cub Cadet 129? The Cub Cadet 129 has 2 cross-reference filters listed, starting with WIX 42080. Use them as aftermarket leads, not as a replacement for checking the original part number 385168.
How often should the Cub Cadet 129 air filter be checked or replaced? The service guidance found for the Cub Cadet 129 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 129? This page lists 2 elements (primary, pre-filter). The pre-filter is separate from the main paper element and should not be confused with the primary filter number.
Why include engine specs on a Cub Cadet 129 air filter page? The engine data kept for the Cub Cadet 129 is 12 hp, 18.4 cu in (0.3 L). Use it as supporting context only; the actual filter match is still driven by the air-cleaner housing and part number 385168.
Should I order the Cub Cadet 129 air filter by size or part number? For the Cub Cadet 129, use 385168 as the main part number and treat the cross-reference list as aftermarket buying leads.
What should I confirm before buying a Cub Cadet 129 air filter? For the Cub Cadet 129, confirm 385168 against the parts manual, then use the cross-reference list only after the OEM number matches.
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.