Kubota M1-46 Air Filter: Part Number, Size & Cross Reference

Quick answer:

The Kubota M1-46 tractor primary engine air filter part number found is 59700-26112. Cross-reference filters include WIX 42040; NAPA 204040; Baldwin PA2020; Donaldson P181198. Service guidance is to check the air filter every 100 hours.

Primary air filter59700-26112
Cross-referenceWIX 42040
Engine power46 hp
Service intervalCheck every 100 hours

Kubota M1-46 Air Filter Specs

Primary air filter part number 59700-26112
Cross-reference filters WIX 42040; NAPA 204040; Baldwin PA2020; Donaldson P181198
Replacement interval Check every 100 hours
Number of air filter elements 1 element (primary)
Engine horsepower 46 hp
Engine displacement 148.7 cu in (2.4 L)

Kubota M1-46 Air Filter Charts

Engine horsepower

This model

46 hp

Average

85 hp

Low

45 hp

High

150 hp

Engine displacement

This model

148.7 cu in

Average

220 cu in

Low

120 cu in

High

420 cu in

Air filter service interval

This model

100 hr

Average

100 hr

Low

50 hr

High

250 hr

Kubota M1-46 Air Filter FAQ

What air filter does the Kubota M1-46 use? The primary engine air filter part number found for the Kubota M1-46 is 59700-26112.
What air filter cross-references fit the Kubota M1-46? Cross-reference filters found for the Kubota M1-46 include WIX 42040; NAPA 204040; Baldwin PA2020; Donaldson P181198.
Can I use an aftermarket air filter on the Kubota M1-46? The Kubota M1-46 has 4 cross-reference filters listed, starting with WIX 42040. Use them as aftermarket leads, not as a replacement for checking the original part number 59700-26112.
How often should the Kubota M1-46 air filter be checked or replaced? The service guidance found for the Kubota M1-46 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 M1-46? 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 Kubota M1-46 air filter page? Engine specs found for the Kubota M1-46 include 46 hp, 148.7 cu in (2.4 L). Those specs help identify the tractor class, but the air filter should still be matched by part number 59700-26112.
Should I order the Kubota M1-46 air filter by size or part number? For the Kubota M1-46, use 59700-26112 as the main part number and treat the cross-reference list as aftermarket buying leads.
What should I confirm before buying a Kubota M1-46 air filter? For the Kubota M1-46, confirm 59700-26112 against the parts manual, then use the cross-reference list only after the OEM number matches.
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.