Cub Cadet 1861 Air Filter: Part Number, Size & Cross Reference

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The Cub Cadet 1861 tractor primary engine air filter part number found is KH-47-083-01. Cross-reference filters include WIX 49012; Baldwin L3501; Donaldson P550120; FRAM CA9034; more listed below. Filter dimensions found include Outer diameter: 7 in / 178 mm. Service guidance is to check the air filter every 50 hours.

Primary air filterKH-47-083-01
Cross-referenceWIX 49012
Filter sizeOuter diameter: 7 in / 178 mm
Engine power18 hp
Service intervalCheck every 50 hours

Cub Cadet 1861 Air Filter Specs

Primary air filter part number KH-47-083-01
Pre-filter 937-05066
Cross-reference filters WIX 49012; Baldwin L3501; Donaldson P550120; FRAM CA9034; Stens 75-0831
Air filter size Outer diameter: 7 in / 178 mm
Outer diameter 7 in / 178 mm
Replacement interval Check every 50 hours
Number of air filter elements 2 elements (primary, pre-filter)
Engine horsepower 18 hp
Engine displacement 42.2 cu in (0.69 L)

Cub Cadet 1861 Air Filter Charts

Air filter dimensions

Outer diameter

7 in

Engine horsepower

This model

18 hp

Average

23 hp

Low

12 hp

High

40 hp

Engine displacement

This model

42.2 cu in

Average

48 cu in

Low

25 cu in

High

80 cu in

Air filter service interval

This model

50 hr

Average

50 hr

Low

25 hr

High

100 hr

Cub Cadet 1861 Air Filter FAQ

What air filter does the Cub Cadet 1861 use? The primary engine air filter part number found for the Cub Cadet 1861 is KH-47-083-01.
What air filter cross-references fit the Cub Cadet 1861? Cross-reference filters found for the Cub Cadet 1861 include WIX 49012; Baldwin L3501; Donaldson P550120; FRAM CA9034; Stens 75-0831.
Can I use an aftermarket air filter on the Cub Cadet 1861? The Cub Cadet 1861 has 5 cross-reference filters listed, starting with WIX 49012. For aftermarket buying, compare brand part number, dimensions, seal shape and air-cleaner housing fit.
What size is the Cub Cadet 1861 air filter? The air filter dimensions found for the Cub Cadet 1861 are Outer diameter: 7 in / 178 mm. Use these dimensions as a fit check, but treat the part number as the main match.
How often should the Cub Cadet 1861 air filter be checked or replaced? The service guidance found for the Cub Cadet 1861 is to check the air filter every 50 hours. That matches the reference average of 50 hours used for this class.
How many air filter elements are listed for the Cub Cadet 1861? This page lists 2 elements (primary, pre-filter). The pre-filter is separate from the main paper element and should not be confused with the primary filter number.
Why include engine specs on a Cub Cadet 1861 air filter page? The engine data kept for the Cub Cadet 1861 is 18 hp, 42.2 cu in (0.69 L). Use it as supporting context only; the actual filter match is still driven by the air-cleaner housing and part number KH-47-083-01.
Should I order the Cub Cadet 1861 air filter by size or part number? For the Cub Cadet 1861, start with the primary part number KH-47-083-01, then use the listed cross-references and the dimensions value as secondary checks before buying.
Official information note

Air filter fit can change by engine, serial number, production year and air-cleaner housing. Check the operator manual, parts manual and official cubcadet.com website before buying or fitting an air filter.