Kubota KT230 Air Filter: Part Number, Size & Cross Reference

Quick answer:

The Kubota KT230 tractor primary engine air filter part number found is 42270. Service guidance is to check the air filter every 100 hours.

Primary air filter42270
Engine power22.7 hp
Service intervalCheck every 100 hours

Kubota KT230 Air Filter Specs

Primary air filter part number 42270
Secondary / safety air filter 55231-26150
Replacement interval Check every 100 hours
Number of air filter elements 2 elements (primary, secondary)
Engine horsepower 22.7 hp

Kubota KT230 Air Filter Charts

Engine horsepower

This model

22.7 hp

Average

32 hp

Low

15 hp

High

60 hp

Air filter service interval

This model

100 hr

Average

100 hr

Low

50 hr

High

200 hr

Kubota KT230 Air Filter FAQ

What air filter does the Kubota KT230 use? The primary engine air filter part number found for the Kubota KT230 is 42270.
How often should the Kubota KT230 air filter be checked or replaced? The service guidance found for the Kubota KT230 is to check the air filter every 100 hours. That matches the reference average of 100 hours used for this class.
How many air filter elements are listed for the Kubota KT230? 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 Kubota KT230 air filter page? The engine data kept for the Kubota KT230 is 22.7 hp. Use it as supporting context only; the actual filter match is still driven by the air-cleaner housing and part number 42270.
Should I order the Kubota KT230 air filter by size or part number? Start with 42270 when buying an air filter for the Kubota KT230. Do not rely only on the model name if there were production changes.
What should I confirm before buying a Kubota KT230 air filter? For the Kubota KT230, confirm 42270 against the parts manual or official Kubota 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 kubotausa.com website before buying or fitting an air filter.