The New Holland TC40A tractor primary air filter part number is 86555826. The inner safety filter is 87300180.
New Holland TC40A Air Filter Details
Primary air filter part number
86555826
Inner safety air filter part number
87300180
Outer air filter part number
87300178
Air filter dimensions
Length: 10.8 in | Outside diameter: 4.1 in | Inside diameter: 2.3 in
Cross-reference part numbers
86519866, 86549700
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
10.8 in
Outside diameter
4.1 in
Inside diameter
2.3 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 TC40A Extra Air Filter Notes
Engine model
Shibaura 2.0L
Engine displacement
2 L | 122 cu in
Engine horsepower
40 hp | 29.8 kW
Primary filter note
For the New Holland TC40A, the listed primary air filter part number is 86555826. 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 87300178.
Safety filter note
The listed inner safety air filter is 87300180. Do not remove the safety element for normal cleaning; replace it if dirty, damaged or oil-soaked.
Fitment note
Listed dimensions: Length: 10.8 in | Outside diameter: 4.1 in | Inside diameter: 2.3 in. 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 10.8 in and normal outside diameter at 4.1 in. Use that as a fitment sanity check against the old filter.
Power range note
Use the power class to decide urgency. Higher airflow demand means less patience for questionable media, bad seals or packed pleats.
Engine airflow note
The displacement helps identify the engine family; horsepower tells you how hard it breathes under load. The element still has to match the canister.
Cross-reference note
Possible cross-reference numbers found for the New Holland TC40A: 86519866, 86549700. Treat these as secondary checks after the primary filter number.
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 TC40A Air Filter FAQs
Is the New Holland TC40A air filter a one-part or multi-part service?
For a full parts check, separate the service element from the safety element: buy the outer/primary service element first, then buy the inner safety element only if it is dirty, damaged or due. Do not accidentally order 87300178 when you meant the safety filter, or 87300180 when you meant the outer filter.
What does the New Holland TC40A horsepower and filter size combo tell me?
Horsepower tells you airflow demand; length and outside diameter tell you rough element size. Together they say whether restriction is a service concern or mostly a fitment check.
What is the most reliable way to confirm a New Holland TC40A air filter?
The buying order should be: old filter number first, housing fit second, then cross-reference. Start with 86555826, but do not ignore the a primary, outer and inner safety element setup. The size data points to a long, narrow element, so compare the removed element against both length and outside diameter before fitting.
Can I match a New Holland TC40A air filter by size?
A long, narrow element can still have different end caps across brands. Use size to narrow the search, then use the part number and seal style to make the decision.
Can a cross-reference filter fit badly on a New Holland TC40A?
Use the two cross-refs as alternate leads. If either one disagrees with 86555826 or the physical dimensions, ignore it.
Why are there multiple air filter numbers for the New Holland TC40A?
The presence of both outer and inner numbers means you should order carefully. A kit can be convenient, but only if it contains the correct service element and safety element.
What does the New Holland TC40A air-filter part-number pattern tell me?
Multiple numbers are useful only if each one is tied to the correct element position. Wrong element in the right brand is still wrong.
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.
