Massey Ferguson 1531 Air Filter (3901464M1)

Quick answer:

The Massey Ferguson 1531 tractor primary air filter part number is 3901464M1. The inner safety filter is 3703704M91.

Massey Ferguson 1531 Air Filter Details

Primary air filter part number 3901464M1
Inner safety air filter part number 3703704M91
Outer air filter part number 7068069M1

Air Filter Service Interval Guide

Air Filter Service Interval Guide

Dusty use

100 hrs

Average

250 hrs

Light use

500 hrs

These are practical inspection/replacement guide ranges for the compact tractor category. Dusty work can shorten the interval heavily, so use the restriction indicator and operator manual first.

Massey Ferguson 1531 Extra Air Filter Notes

Engine model Iseki 1.5L
Engine displacement 1.5 L | 91.5 cu in
Engine horsepower 33 hp | 24.6 kW
Primary filter note For the Massey Ferguson 1531, the listed primary air filter part number is 3901464M1. Match the number before buying because air cleaner setups can vary by engine, serial range and market.
Outer filter note The listed outer air filter part number is 7068069M1.
Safety filter note The listed inner safety air filter is 3703704M91. Do not remove the safety element for normal cleaning; replace it if dirty, damaged or oil-soaked.
Fitment note Check the old filter, air cleaner housing label and parts book before ordering if the tractor has had an engine or intake-housing change.
Power range note For a smaller tractor, the filter may not look dramatic, but dirt ingestion is still the killer. Dry mowing, loader work and chaff are bigger triggers than engine hours alone.
Engine airflow note A similar horsepower rating does not guarantee the same filter if displacement or engine family changes. Use the engine data as a sanity check only.
Service note Clean loose dust from the air cleaner housing before pulling the filter. Never run the tractor with the filter removed, even for a quick test.

Massey Ferguson 1531 Air Filter FAQs

What is the safest way to match a Massey Ferguson 1531 air filter?

Treat 3901464M1 as the hero value, not the whole truth. Serial range, engine swaps and different air-cleaner housings can beat a generic online listing.

Should I order one filter or a full Massey Ferguson 1531 air-filter set?

For a full parts check, separate the service element from the safety element: buy the outer/primary service element first, then buy the inner safety element only if it is dirty, damaged or due. Do not accidentally order 7068069M1 when you meant the safety filter, or 3703704M91 when you meant the outer filter.

Why does airflow matter on the Massey Ferguson 1531 air filter?

For a smaller tractor, the filter may not look dramatic, but dirt ingestion is still the killer. Dry mowing, loader work and chaff are bigger triggers than engine hours alone.

What part-number mistake should I avoid on a Massey Ferguson 1531?

Multiple numbers are useful only if each one is tied to the correct element position. Wrong element in the right brand is still wrong.

Why are there multiple air filter numbers for the Massey Ferguson 1531?

The outer filter is the dirt-catcher; the inner filter is the backup. Service them with different expectations instead of replacing both out of habit.

Why combine Massey Ferguson 1531 displacement and horsepower when checking filters?

A similar horsepower rating does not guarantee the same filter if displacement or engine family changes. Use the engine data as a sanity check only.

Why not buy a Massey Ferguson 1531 air filter from model name alone?

Engine specs are useful when comparing similar models. If another tractor shares horsepower but has a different intake housing, the air filter may not interchange.

Official information note

Mistakes do happen. Air filter specs can change by year, engine, serial range, market and air cleaner housing. Check the old filter, operator manual, parts book and official masseyferguson.com website before ordering or installing an air filter.