The John Deere 8R 540 tractor primary engine air filter part number found is RE164839. Filter dimensions found include Outer diameter: 6.78 in / 172 mm; Inner diameter: 11.15 in / 283 mm.
Primary air filterRE164839
Filter sizeOuter diameter: 6.78 in / 172 mm
Engine power533 hp
John Deere 8R 540 Air Filter Specs
Primary air filter part number
RE164839
Secondary / safety air filter
AN403918
Pre-filter
M96846
Air filter size
Outer diameter: 6.78 in / 172 mm; Inner diameter: 11.15 in / 283 mm
Outer diameter
6.78 in / 172 mm
Inner diameter
11.15 in / 283 mm
Number of air filter elements
3 elements (primary, secondary, pre-filter)
Engine horsepower
533 hp
Engine displacement
829.9 cu in (13.6 L)
John Deere 8R 540 Air Filter Charts
Air filter dimensions
Outer diameter
6.78 in
Inner diameter
11.15 in
Engine horsepower
This model
533 hp
Average
35 hp
Low
18 hp
High
66 hp
Engine displacement
This model
829.9 cu in
Average
100 cu in
Low
50 cu in
High
180 cu in
John Deere 8R 540 Air Filter FAQ
What air filter does the John Deere 8R 540 use?
The primary engine air filter part number found for the John Deere 8R 540 is RE164839.
What size is the John Deere 8R 540 air filter?
The air filter dimensions found for the John Deere 8R 540 are Outer diameter: 6.78 in / 172 mm; Inner diameter: 11.15 in / 283 mm. Use these dimensions as a fit check, but treat the part number as the main match.
How many air filter elements are listed for the John Deere 8R 540?
This page lists a primary filter, a safety filter and a pre-filter: 3 elements (primary, secondary, pre-filter). Replace each only with the matching part number for that position.
Why include engine specs on a John Deere 8R 540 air filter page?
For the John Deere 8R 540, the engine specs found are 533 hp, 829.9 cu in (13.6 L). This is useful context when comparing similar models, but not a substitute for checking the filter number RE164839.
Should I order the John Deere 8R 540 air filter by size or part number?
The part number RE164839 matters more than size alone on the John Deere 8R 540. The listed dimensions helps confirm the filter looks physically consistent.
What should I confirm before buying a John Deere 8R 540 air filter?
For the John Deere 8R 540, confirm RE164839 against John Deere parts information and use the listed dimensions of Outer diameter: 6.78 in / 172 mm; Inner diameter: 11.15 in / 283 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 deere.com website before buying or fitting an air filter.
