John Deere R72 Air Filter: Part Number, Size & Cross Reference

Quick answer:

The John Deere R72 tractor primary engine air filter part number found is RE500001. Service guidance is to check the air filter every 1, 000 hours.

Primary air filterRE500001
Engine power14.5 hp
Service intervalCheck every 1,000 hours

John Deere R72 Air Filter Specs

Primary air filter part number RE500001
Secondary / safety air filter AN403919
Pre-filter M96846
Replacement interval Check every 1, 000 hours
Number of air filter elements 3 elements (primary, secondary, pre-filter)
Engine horsepower 14.5 hp
Engine displacement 30.5 cu in (0.5 L)

John Deere R72 Air Filter Charts

Engine horsepower

This model

14.5 hp

Average

35 hp

Low

18 hp

High

66 hp

Engine displacement

This model

30.5 cu in

Average

100 cu in

Low

50 cu in

High

180 cu in

John Deere R72 Air Filter FAQ

What air filter does the John Deere R72 use? The primary engine air filter part number found for the John Deere R72 is RE500001.
How often should the John Deere R72 air filter be checked or replaced? The service guidance found for the John Deere R72 is to check the air filter every 1, 000 hours.
How many air filter elements are listed for the John Deere R72? This page lists a primary filter, a safety filter and a pre-filter: 3 elements (primary, secondary, pre-filter). Replace each only with the matching part number for that position.
Why include engine specs on a John Deere R72 air filter page? The engine data kept for the John Deere R72 is 14.5 hp, 30.5 cu in (0.5 L). Use it as supporting context only; the actual filter match is still driven by the air-cleaner housing and part number RE500001.
Should I order the John Deere R72 air filter by size or part number? Start with RE500001 when buying an air filter for the John Deere R72. Do not rely only on the model name if there were production changes.
What should I confirm before buying a John Deere R72 air filter? For the John Deere R72, confirm RE500001 against the parts manual or official John Deere lookup because air-cleaner parts can change by serial range.
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.