Massey Ferguson 1742 Air Filter (7083976M1)

Quick answer:

The Massey Ferguson 1742 tractor primary air filter part number is 7083976M1. The inner safety filter is 7068069M1.

Massey Ferguson 1742 Air Filter Details

Primary air filter part number 7083976M1
Inner safety air filter part number 7068069M1
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 1742 Extra Air Filter Notes

Engine model Mitsubishi 1.7L
Engine displacement 1.7 L | 103.7 cu in
Engine horsepower 41.6 hp | 31 kW
Primary filter note For the Massey Ferguson 1742, the listed primary air filter part number is 7083976M1. 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 7068069M1. 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 1742 Air Filter FAQs

Which Massey Ferguson 1742 air-filter parts should be changed together?

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 7068069M1 when you meant the outer filter.

What should I check before ordering a Massey Ferguson 1742 air filter?

The safest match is not just the printed number. Use 7083976M1, then check whether the element seats fully without forcing the cover. The primary and inner numbers look similar at the end, so check the full number carefully before ordering.

What order should I check the Massey Ferguson 1742 air-filter elements?

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.

Why not stretch a dirty Massey Ferguson 1742 air filter under load?

This sits in the utility range. The 300-hour guide is useful for planning, but dusty work should shorten the inspection cycle.

Can I ignore letters or suffixes in the Massey Ferguson 1742 filter number?

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.

Why should the Massey Ferguson 1742 safety filter stay seated?

Because the setup includes a safety element, service the primary element first and inspect the inside of the housing. If dust reached the safety element, the job is no longer just a quick outer-filter swap.

Should I use engine displacement to verify a Massey Ferguson 1742 filter?

The displacement helps identify the engine family; horsepower tells you how hard it breathes under load. The element still has to match the canister.

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.