The Cub Cadet CLT-542 tractor primary engine air filter part number found is 751-15245. Filter dimensions found include Outer diameter: 6.5 in / 165 mm; Inner diameter: 3 in / 76 mm. Service guidance is to check the air filter every 5 hours.
Primary air filter751-15245
Filter sizeOuter diameter: 6.5 in / 165 mm
Engine power18 hp
Service intervalCheck every 5 hours
Cub Cadet CLT-542 Air Filter Specs
Primary air filter part number
751-15245
Air filter size
Outer diameter: 6.5 in / 165 mm; Inner diameter: 3 in / 76 mm
Outer diameter
6.5 in / 165 mm
Inner diameter
3 in / 76 mm
Replacement interval
Check every 5 hours
Number of air filter elements
1 element (primary)
Engine horsepower
18 hp
Cub Cadet CLT-542 Air Filter Charts
Air filter dimensions
Outer diameter
6.5 in
Inner diameter
3 in
Engine horsepower
This model
18 hp
Average
23 hp
Low
12 hp
High
40 hp
Air filter service interval
This model
5 hr
Average
50 hr
Low
25 hr
High
100 hr
Cub Cadet CLT-542 Air Filter FAQ
What air filter does the Cub Cadet CLT-542 use?
The primary engine air filter part number found for the Cub Cadet CLT-542 is 751-15245.
What size is the Cub Cadet CLT-542 air filter?
The air filter dimensions found for the Cub Cadet CLT-542 are Outer diameter: 6.5 in / 165 mm; Inner diameter: 3 in / 76 mm. Use these dimensions as a fit check, but treat the part number as the main match.
How often should the Cub Cadet CLT-542 air filter be checked or replaced?
The service guidance found for the Cub Cadet CLT-542 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 CLT-542?
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 CLT-542 air filter page?
The engine data kept for the Cub Cadet CLT-542 is 18 hp. Use it as supporting context only; the actual filter match is still driven by the air-cleaner housing and part number 751-15245.
Should I order the Cub Cadet CLT-542 air filter by size or part number?
The part number 751-15245 matters more than size alone on the Cub Cadet CLT-542. The listed dimensions helps confirm the filter looks physically consistent.
What should I confirm before buying a Cub Cadet CLT-542 air filter?
For the Cub Cadet CLT-542, confirm 751-15245 against the Cub Cadet parts source and use the listed dimensions of Outer diameter: 6.5 in / 165 mm; Inner diameter: 3 in / 76 mm as a physical check.
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.
