Cub Cadet 87 Air Filter: Part Number, Size & Cross Reference

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The Cub Cadet 87 tractor primary engine air filter part number found is KH-47-083-01. Cross-reference filters include WIX 42299; Baldwin PA2067; Donaldson AF4578; FRAM CA372; more listed below. Filter dimensions found include Height: 1.75 in / 44 mm; Outer diameter: 7 in / 178 mm; Inner diameter: 5.5 in / 140 mm. Service guidance is to check the air filter every 5 hours.

Primary air filterKH-47-083-01
Cross-referenceWIX 42299
Filter height1.75 in / 44 mm
Engine power8 hp
Service intervalCheck every 5 hours

Cub Cadet 87 Air Filter Specs

Primary air filter part number KH-47-083-01
Cross-reference filters WIX 42299; Baldwin PA2067; Donaldson AF4578; FRAM CA372; Stens 100-107
Air filter size Height: 1.75 in / 44 mm; Outer diameter: 7 in / 178 mm; Inner diameter: 5.5 in / 140 mm
Filter height 1.75 in / 44 mm
Outer diameter 7 in / 178 mm
Inner diameter 5.5 in / 140 mm
Replacement interval Check every 5 hours
Number of air filter elements 1 element (primary)
Engine horsepower 8 hp
Engine displacement 19.4 cu in (0.32 L)

Cub Cadet 87 Air Filter Charts

Air filter dimensions

Height

1.75 in

Outer diameter

7 in

Inner diameter

5.5 in

Engine horsepower

This model

8 hp

Average

23 hp

Low

12 hp

High

40 hp

Engine displacement

This model

19.4 cu in

Average

48 cu in

Low

25 cu in

High

80 cu in

Air filter service interval

This model

5 hr

Average

50 hr

Low

25 hr

High

100 hr

Cub Cadet 87 Air Filter FAQ

What air filter does the Cub Cadet 87 use? The primary engine air filter part number found for the Cub Cadet 87 is KH-47-083-01.
What air filter cross-references fit the Cub Cadet 87? Cross-reference filters found for the Cub Cadet 87 include WIX 42299; Baldwin PA2067; Donaldson AF4578; FRAM CA372; Stens 100-107.
Can I use an aftermarket air filter on the Cub Cadet 87? The Cub Cadet 87 has 5 cross-reference filters listed, starting with WIX 42299. For aftermarket buying, compare brand part number, dimensions, seal shape and air-cleaner housing fit.
What size is the Cub Cadet 87 air filter? The air filter dimensions found for the Cub Cadet 87 are Height: 1.75 in / 44 mm; Outer diameter: 7 in / 178 mm; Inner diameter: 5.5 in / 140 mm. Use these dimensions as a fit check, but treat the part number as the main match.
How often should the Cub Cadet 87 air filter be checked or replaced? The service guidance found for the Cub Cadet 87 is to check the air filter every 5 hours. That is shorter than the reference average of 50 hours for this class, so it points to more frequent inspection rather than a long replacement-only interval.
How many air filter elements are listed for the Cub Cadet 87? This page confirms 1 element (primary). No separate safety or pre-filter part number was found for this model, so inspect the actual air-cleaner housing before assuming it uses only one piece.
Why include engine specs on a Cub Cadet 87 air filter page? The engine data kept for the Cub Cadet 87 is 8 hp, 19.4 cu in (0.32 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 87 air filter by size or part number? For the Cub Cadet 87, 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.