The Massey Ferguson 461 tractor primary air filter part number is 1026131M1. The inner safety filter is 3901464M1.
Massey Ferguson 461 Air Filter Details
Primary air filter part number
1026131M1
Inner safety air filter part number
3901464M1
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 461 Extra Air Filter Notes
Engine model
Perkins 3.3L
Engine displacement
3.3 L | 201.4 cu in
Engine horsepower
45 hp | 33.5 kW
Primary filter note
For the Massey Ferguson 461, 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 3901464M1. 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
The displacement helps identify the engine family; horsepower tells you how hard it breathes under load. The element still has to match the canister.
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 461 Air Filter FAQs
How should I verify the Massey Ferguson 461 air filter before fitting it?
The buying order should be: old filter number first, housing fit second, then cross-reference. Start with 1026131M1, but do not ignore the a primary, outer and inner safety element setup.
Should I order one filter or a full Massey Ferguson 461 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 7068069M1 when you meant the safety filter, or 3901464M1 when you meant the outer filter.
Can a similar Massey Ferguson 461 air-filter number still be wrong?
The primary number format is a Massey-style M-suffix number, while the page also has separate companion numbers. That is exactly where copy-paste ordering mistakes happen.
Why does the Massey Ferguson 461 horsepower class matter for filters?
This sits in the utility range. The 300-hour guide is useful for planning, but dusty work should shorten the inspection cycle.
Which Massey Ferguson 461 air filter element should I service first?
This is not a one-number job. The outer and inner elements have different jobs, so compare both old parts before buying a kit.
Should the Massey Ferguson 461 engine family be checked before ordering?
This is a mid-displacement / compact utility type setup, so airflow is not just a trivia spec. A bad seal or restricted element can show up as smoke, heat or weak pull.
Can I clean the Massey Ferguson 461 inner safety filter?
Do not treat the safety filter like a second primary filter. It should stay protected; once it is dirty, replace it instead of trying to revive it with air pressure.
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.
