The Massey Ferguson 6499 tractor primary air filter part number is 7068311M91. The inner safety filter is 3703704M91.
Massey Ferguson 6499 Air Filter Details
Primary air filter part number
7068311M91
Inner safety air filter part number
3703704M91
Outer air filter part number
2127378K1
Air filter dimensions
Length: 9.5 in | Outside diameter: 4.5 in | Inside diameter: 2.5 in
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
9.5 in
Outside diameter
4.5 in
Inside diameter
2.5 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.
Massey Ferguson 6499 Extra Air Filter Notes
Engine displacement
7.4 L | 451.6 cu in
Engine horsepower
215 hp | 160.3 kW
Primary filter note
For the Massey Ferguson 6499, 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 2127378K1.
Safety filter note
The listed inner safety air filter is 3703704M91. Do not remove the safety element for normal cleaning; replace it if dirty, damaged or oil-soaked.
Fitment note
Listed dimensions: Length: 9.5 in | Outside diameter: 4.5 in | Inside diameter: 2.5 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 9.5 in and normal outside diameter at 4.5 in. Use that as a fitment sanity check against the old filter.
Power range note
Use the power class to decide urgency. Higher airflow demand means less patience for questionable media, bad seals or packed pleats.
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 6499 Air Filter FAQs
What does the Massey Ferguson 6499 horsepower and filter size combo tell me?
Horsepower tells you airflow demand; length and outside diameter tell you rough element size. Together they say whether restriction is a service concern or mostly a fitment check.
What makes the Massey Ferguson 6499 air-filter number risky to order blindly?
Do not buy from the title alone. Match 7068311M91 against the removed filter, then check gasket shape, end-cap depth and cover fit before starting the tractor.
How do I avoid mixing up the Massey Ferguson 6499 air-filter elements?
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 2127378K1 when you meant the safety filter, or 3703704M91 when you meant the outer filter.
Would I be strict with the Massey Ferguson 6499 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.
Can I match a Massey Ferguson 6499 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.
Why not stretch a dirty Massey Ferguson 6499 air filter under load?
Use the power class to decide urgency. Higher airflow demand means less patience for questionable media, bad seals or packed pleats.
Why is the exact Massey Ferguson 6499 filter number important?
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.
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.
