Case IH 5240 Air Filter (A44804)

Quick answer:

The Case IH 5240 tractor primary air filter part number is A44804. The inner safety filter is N8153.

Case IH 5240 Air Filter Details

Primary air filter part number A44804
Inner safety air filter part number N8153
Outer air filter part number 125868

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.

Case IH 5240 Extra Air Filter Notes

Engine displacement 5.9 L | 360 cu in
Engine horsepower 100 hp | 74.6 kW
Primary filter note For the Case IH 5240, the listed primary air filter part number is A44804. 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 125868.
Safety filter note The listed inner safety air filter is N8153. 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 At this power level, a dirty filter can show up as weaker pull, smoke or higher heat under load. Use job conditions and the restriction indicator ahead of a fixed schedule.
Engine airflow note Displacement and horsepower together explain airflow demand better than either one alone, but the air-cleaner housing still proves fit.
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.

Case IH 5240 Air Filter FAQs

What is the safest way to match a Case IH 5240 air filter?

The buying order should be: old filter number first, housing fit second, then cross-reference. Start with A44804, but do not ignore the a primary, outer and inner safety element setup.

What should I buy for a full Case IH 5240 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 125868 when you meant the safety filter, or N8153 when you meant the outer filter.

What order should I check the Case IH 5240 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.

What symptoms point to air restriction on a Case IH 5240?

At this power level, a dirty filter can show up as weaker pull, smoke or higher heat under load. Use job conditions and the restriction indicator ahead of a fixed schedule.

What part-number mistake should I avoid on a Case IH 5240?

The main number A44804 should be treated as the control number. The other numbers need their own fitment checks, not blind substitution.

Can I clean the Case IH 5240 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.

Does displacement help choose a Case IH 5240 air filter?

Displacement and horsepower together explain airflow demand better than either one alone, but the air-cleaner housing still proves fit.

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 caseih.com website before ordering or installing an air filter.