The Massey Ferguson 263 tractor primary air filter part number is 1026131M1. The inner safety filter is 1026131M1.
Massey Ferguson 263 Air Filter Details
Primary air filter part number
1026131M1
Inner safety air filter part number
1026131M1
Outer air filter part number
7068069M1
Air Filter Service Interval Guide
Air Filter Service Interval Guide
Dusty use
100 hrs
Average
300 hrs
Light use
600 hrs
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.
Massey Ferguson 263 Extra Air Filter Notes
Engine model
Perkins 2.7L
Engine displacement
2.7 L | 164.8 cu in
Engine horsepower
60 hp | 44.7 kW
Primary filter note
For the Massey Ferguson 263, the listed primary air filter part number is 1026131M1. 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 7068069M1.
Safety filter note
The listed inner safety air filter is 1026131M1. 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 sits in the utility range. The 300-hour guide is useful for planning, but dusty work should shorten the inspection cycle.
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 263 Air Filter FAQs
What should I buy for a full Massey Ferguson 263 air-filter 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 7068069M1 when you meant the safety filter, or 1026131M1 when you meant the outer filter.
How do I avoid buying the wrong Massey Ferguson 263 air filter?
Use 1026131M1 as the anchor number, then verify the old element and housing label. This is a Massey-style M-suffix number, and the setup looks like a primary, outer and inner safety element setup, so one loose search result is not enough.
Why does airflow matter on the Massey Ferguson 263 air filter?
This sits in the utility range. The 300-hour guide is useful for planning, but dusty work should shorten the inspection cycle.
What order should I check the Massey Ferguson 263 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.
How can part-number style help check a Massey Ferguson 263 filter?
The part-number pattern can help spot junk listings. If a seller’s number looks nothing like the catalog style, verify it against a real drawing.
What does Massey Ferguson 263 displacement say about air-filter fit?
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.
Can a Massey Ferguson 263 engine swap change the air filter?
If a parts listing matches the engine but not the housing, it can still be wrong. The safe check is engine family plus old filter plus canister fit, not engine family alone.
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.
