The New Holland 8260 tractor primary air filter part number is 86512887. The outer air filter is 87408704.
New Holland 8260 Air Filter Details
Primary air filter part number
86512887
Outer air filter part number
87408704
Air filter dimensions
Length: 355 mm | Outside diameter: 119 mm | Inside diameter: 102.5 mm
Air Filter Service Interval Guide
Air Filter Service Interval Guide
Dusty use
100 hrs
Average
300 hrs
Light use
600 hrs
Listed Filter Size Check
Length
14 in
Outside diameter
4.7 in
Inside diameter
4 in
These are practical inspection/replacement guide ranges for the utility tractor category. Dusty work can shorten the interval heavily, so use the restriction indicator and operator manual first.
New Holland 8260 Extra Air Filter Notes
Engine displacement
7.5 L | 456 cu in
Engine horsepower
100 hp | 74.6 kW
Primary filter note
For the New Holland 8260, the listed primary air filter part number is 86512887. Match the number before buying because air cleaner setups can vary by engine, serial range and market.
Outer filter note
The listed outer air filter part number is 87408704.
Safety filter note
If your air cleaner has an inner safety element, leave it in place while servicing the outer filter so dirt cannot fall into the intake.
Fitment note
Listed dimensions: Length: 355 mm | Outside diameter: 119 mm | Inside diameter: 102.5 mm. Use dimensions as a second check, not as the only buying method.
Filter size note
The listed dimensions point to a mid-size element length at 14 in and normal outside diameter at 4.7 in. Use that as a fitment sanity check against the old filter.
Power range note
A dirty filter on this setup can show up as reduced pull, black smoke or higher temperature. That is more useful than staring at the hour meter.
Engine airflow note
Displacement and horsepower together explain airflow demand better than either one alone, but the air-cleaner housing still proves fit.
Service note
Clean loose dust from the air cleaner housing before pulling the filter. Never run the tractor with the filter removed, even for a quick test.
New Holland 8260 Air Filter FAQs
Why should I compare the old New Holland 8260 filter before buying?
Treat 86512887 as the hero value, not the whole truth. Serial range, engine swaps and different air-cleaner housings can beat a generic online listing.
Should I order one filter or a full New Holland 8260 air-filter set?
Because no clean inner safety number is shown, treat the visible outer/primary numbers as the main service parts and inspect the housing before assuming there is no safety element.
Can the New Holland 8260 air filter become a restriction under load?
The combo is a practical warning system. If the element is packed, damaged or not sealing, the engine can lose airflow long before the filter looks catastrophic.
Are the New Holland 8260 air filter dimensions enough to buy from?
Because the element has listed length, OD and ID, measure the old filter the same way. Do not compare one seller’s overall height to another seller’s gasket-to-gasket length without checking the drawing.
Can a dirty air filter affect New Holland 8260 performance?
A dirty filter on this setup can show up as reduced pull, black smoke or higher temperature. That is more useful than staring at the hour meter.
Which New Holland 8260 air filter element should I service first?
Use the outer number to verify the service element, then look inside the housing for a second filter before closing the job.
Why does the full New Holland 8260 air-filter number matter?
Use the full 86512887 string. Do not trim suffixes or ignore letters; small part-number changes can mean a different seal or element length.
Official information note
Mistakes do happen. Air filter specs can change by year, engine, serial range, market and air cleaner housing. Check the old filter, operator manual, parts book and official newholland.com website before ordering or installing an air filter.
