The Massey Ferguson 8S.285 tractor primary air filter part number is 7068311M91. The inner safety filter is 7068311M91.
Massey Ferguson 8S.285 Air Filter Details
Primary air filter part number
7068311M91
Inner safety air filter part number
7068311M91
Outer air filter part number
4379574M1
Air Filter Service Interval Guide
Air Filter Service Interval Guide
Dusty use
100 hrs
Average
500 hrs
Light use
1,000 hrs
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.
Massey Ferguson 8S.285 Extra Air Filter Notes
Engine displacement
7.4 L | 451.6 cu in
Engine horsepower
281.6 hp | 210 kW
Primary filter note
For the Massey Ferguson 8S.285, the listed primary air filter part number is 7068311M91. 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 4379574M1.
Safety filter note
The listed inner safety air filter is 7068311M91. Do not remove the safety element for normal cleaning; replace it if dirty, damaged or oil-soaked.
Fitment note
Check the old filter, air cleaner housing label and parts book before ordering if the tractor has had an engine or intake-housing change.
Power range note
This is a higher-airflow class, so restriction matters fast. If it is working in dust, inspect before the 500-hour planning mark instead of waiting for visible power loss.
Engine airflow note
A similar horsepower rating does not guarantee the same filter if displacement or engine family changes. Use the engine data as a sanity check only.
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.
Massey Ferguson 8S.285 Air Filter FAQs
Should I order one filter or a full Massey Ferguson 8S.285 air-filter set?
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 4379574M1 when you meant the safety filter, or 7068311M91 when you meant the outer filter.
What makes the Massey Ferguson 8S.285 air-filter number risky to order blindly?
Because this listing shows a primary, outer and inner safety element setup, the risk is ordering one correct number and one wrong companion element. Keep 7068311M91 as the main reference, then confirm the other elements separately.
Can the Massey Ferguson 8S.285 lose power from a dirty air filter?
This is a higher-airflow class, so restriction matters fast. If it is working in dust, inspect before the 500-hour planning mark instead of waiting for visible power loss.
Why is the exact Massey Ferguson 8S.285 filter number important?
Multiple numbers are useful only if each one is tied to the correct element position. Wrong element in the right brand is still wrong.
What order should I check the Massey Ferguson 8S.285 air-filter elements?
The outer filter is the dirt-catcher; the inner filter is the backup. Service them with different expectations instead of replacing both out of habit.
Is the Massey Ferguson 8S.285 inner filter a normal service part?
Replace the safety element when it is contaminated, damaged, wet or due by the book. Blowing it out as a normal habit is a dumb way to push dirt toward the engine.
Can similar engines use different Massey Ferguson 8S.285 air filters?
A similar horsepower rating does not guarantee the same filter if displacement or engine family changes. Use the engine data as a sanity check only.
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 masseyferguson.com website before ordering or installing an air filter.
