John Deere 8RX 540 Air Filter: Part Number, Size & Cross Reference

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The John Deere 8RX 540 tractor primary engine air filter part number found is RE164839. Cross-reference filters include WIX 42738; Baldwin RS4622; Donaldson P603755. Filter dimensions found include Inner diameter: 6.78 in / 172 mm.

Primary air filterRE164839
Cross-referenceWIX 42738
Filter sizeInner diameter: 6.78 in / 172 mm
Engine power533 hp

John Deere 8RX 540 Air Filter Specs

Primary air filter part number RE164839
Secondary / safety air filter AN403919
Cross-reference filters WIX 42738; Baldwin RS4622; Donaldson P603755
Air filter size Inner diameter: 6.78 in / 172 mm
Inner diameter 6.78 in / 172 mm
Number of air filter elements 2 elements (primary, secondary)
Engine horsepower 533 hp
Engine displacement 829.9 cu in (13.6 L)

John Deere 8RX 540 Air Filter Charts

Air filter dimensions

Inner diameter

6.78 in

Engine horsepower

This model

533 hp

Average

35 hp

Low

18 hp

High

66 hp

Engine displacement

This model

829.9 cu in

Average

100 cu in

Low

50 cu in

High

180 cu in

John Deere 8RX 540 Air Filter FAQ

What air filter does the John Deere 8RX 540 use? The primary engine air filter part number found for the John Deere 8RX 540 is RE164839.
What air filter cross-references fit the John Deere 8RX 540? Cross-reference filters found for the John Deere 8RX 540 include WIX 42738; Baldwin RS4622; Donaldson P603755.
Can I use an aftermarket air filter on the John Deere 8RX 540? The John Deere 8RX 540 has 3 cross-reference filters listed, starting with WIX 42738. For aftermarket buying, compare brand part number, dimensions, seal shape and air-cleaner housing fit.
What size is the John Deere 8RX 540 air filter? The air filter dimensions found for the John Deere 8RX 540 are Inner diameter: 6.78 in / 172 mm. Use these dimensions as a fit check, but treat the part number as the main match.
How many air filter elements are listed for the John Deere 8RX 540? This page lists 2 elements (primary, secondary). That means the safety element should be treated separately from the outer primary air filter.
Why include engine specs on a John Deere 8RX 540 air filter page? For the John Deere 8RX 540, the engine specs found are 533 hp, 829.9 cu in (13.6 L). This is useful context when comparing similar models, but not a substitute for checking the filter number RE164839.
Should I order the John Deere 8RX 540 air filter by size or part number? Use RE164839 as the main match for the John Deere 8RX 540. The cross-reference list helps find aftermarket options, while the measured dimensions helps avoid ordering a filter that does not seat correctly.
What should I confirm before buying a John Deere 8RX 540 air filter? For the John Deere 8RX 540, confirm RE164839, at least one listed cross-reference, and the dimensions value of Inner diameter: 6.78 in / 172 mm against the actual filter before ordering.
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 deere.com website before buying or fitting an air filter.