Cub Cadet 1606 Air Filter: Part Number, Size & Cross Reference

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The Cub Cadet 1606 tractor primary engine air filter part number found is 751-15245. Cross-reference filters include WIX 46387; Baldwin PA2020. Service guidance is to check the air filter every 5 hours.

Primary air filter751-15245
Cross-referenceWIX 46387
Engine power12 hp
Service intervalCheck every 5 hours

Cub Cadet 1606 Air Filter Specs

Primary air filter part number 751-15245
Cross-reference filters WIX 46387; Baldwin PA2020
Replacement interval Check every 5 hours
Number of air filter elements 1 element (primary)
Engine horsepower 12 hp
Engine displacement 29 cu in (0.48 L)

Cub Cadet 1606 Air Filter Charts

Engine horsepower

This model

12 hp

Average

23 hp

Low

12 hp

High

40 hp

Engine displacement

This model

29 cu in

Average

48 cu in

Low

25 cu in

High

80 cu in

Air filter service interval

This model

5 hr

Average

50 hr

Low

25 hr

High

100 hr

Cub Cadet 1606 Air Filter FAQ

What air filter does the Cub Cadet 1606 use? The primary engine air filter part number found for the Cub Cadet 1606 is 751-15245.
What air filter cross-references fit the Cub Cadet 1606? Cross-reference filters found for the Cub Cadet 1606 include WIX 46387; Baldwin PA2020.
Can I use an aftermarket air filter on the Cub Cadet 1606? The Cub Cadet 1606 has 2 cross-reference filters listed, starting with WIX 46387. Use them as aftermarket leads, not as a replacement for checking the original part number 751-15245.
How often should the Cub Cadet 1606 air filter be checked or replaced? The service guidance found for the Cub Cadet 1606 is to check the air filter every 5 hours. That is shorter than the reference average of 50 hours for this class, so it points to more frequent inspection rather than a long replacement-only interval.
How many air filter elements are listed for the Cub Cadet 1606? 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 1606 air filter page? Engine specs found for the Cub Cadet 1606 include 12 hp, 29 cu in (0.48 L). Those specs help identify the tractor class, but the air filter should still be matched by part number 751-15245.
Should I order the Cub Cadet 1606 air filter by size or part number? The OEM-style number 751-15245 should be the main lookup value for the Cub Cadet 1606; the cross-reference numbers are useful when shopping WIX, Baldwin, Donaldson or similar brands.
What should I confirm before buying a Cub Cadet 1606 air filter? For the Cub Cadet 1606, confirm 751-15245 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.