The New Holland TJ480 tractor primary air filter part number is 87408704. The inner safety filter is 86512887.
New Holland TJ480 Air Filter Details
Primary air filter part number
87408704
Inner safety air filter part number
86512887
Outer air filter part number
Same as primary air filter
Air filter dimensions
Length: 10.2 in | Outside diameter: 5.8 in | Inside diameter: 4.2 in
Cross-reference part numbers
TJ480
Air Filter Service Interval Guide
Air Filter Service Interval Guide
Dusty use
100 hrs
Average
500 hrs
Light use
1,000 hrs
Listed Filter Size Check
Length
10.2 in
Outside diameter
5.8 in
Inside diameter
4.2 in
These are practical inspection/replacement guide ranges for the large ag tractor category. Dusty work can shorten the interval heavily, so use the restriction indicator and operator manual first.
New Holland TJ480 Extra Air Filter Notes
Engine model
Cummins QSX15
Engine displacement
14.9 L | 912 cu in
Engine horsepower
529 hp | 394.5 kW
Primary filter note
For the New Holland TJ480, the listed primary air filter part number is 87408704. Match the number before buying because air cleaner setups can vary by engine, serial range and market.
Outer filter note
The outer air filter for the New Holland TJ480 appears to be the same listed item as the primary filter.
Safety filter note
The listed inner safety air filter is 86512887. Do not remove the safety element for normal cleaning; replace it if dirty, damaged or oil-soaked.
Fitment note
Listed dimensions: Length: 10.2 in | Outside diameter: 5.8 in | Inside diameter: 4.2 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 10.2 in and normal outside diameter at 5.8 in. Use that as a fitment sanity check against the old filter.
Power range note
The horsepower and filter-size combo says this is not just a catalog lookup. If the tractor works in dust, restriction checks should happen earlier than the generic chart.
Engine airflow note
Displacement and horsepower together explain airflow demand better than either one alone, but the air-cleaner housing still proves fit.
Cross-reference note
Possible cross-reference numbers found for the New Holland TJ480: TJ480. 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 TJ480 Air Filter FAQs
Is the New Holland TJ480 air filter a one-part or multi-part service?
For normal service, the primary/outer element is the one that does the dirty work. The inner safety element is backup protection, so replace it less often and keep it seated while cleaning the housing.
Does the New Holland TJ480 filter size look right for its horsepower?
The useful read is not the raw size by itself. Compared with the 529 hp engine class, the horsepower is high compared with the listed element size, so restriction checks matter more. Use that to decide how cautious to be in dusty work.
How should I verify the New Holland TJ480 air filter before fitting it?
Treat 87408704 as the hero value, not the whole truth. Serial range, engine swaps and different air-cleaner housings can beat a generic online listing.
Can I match a New Holland TJ480 air filter by size?
The dimensions are useful only as a fitment screen. The final test is whether the element seats square, the cover closes normally and the seal lands where the old one did.
Would I be strict with the New Holland TJ480 air filter condition?
Yes. The power-to-filter-size relationship makes restriction and seal condition worth taking seriously. Replace a questionable element before heavy dusty work.
Are cheaper cross-reference filters okay for a New Holland TJ480?
A cross-reference is only as good as the brand’s catalog data. Verify the drawing or the removed filter before installing.
Can a similar New Holland TJ480 air-filter number still be wrong?
A clean part number is more useful than a generic model-name listing. Model-name compatibility tables are often the weak link.
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.
