The Massey Ferguson 298 tractor primary air filter part number is 3703703M91. The inner safety filter is 6242781M91.
Massey Ferguson 298 Air Filter Details
Primary air filter part number
3703703M91
Inner safety air filter part number
6242781M91
Outer air filter part number
7068069M1
Air Filter Service Interval Guide
Air Filter Service Interval Guide
Dusty use
100 hrs
Average
300 hrs
Light use
600 hrs
These are practical inspection/replacement guide ranges for the utility tractor category. Dusty work can shorten the interval heavily, so use the restriction indicator and operator manual first.
Massey Ferguson 298 Extra Air Filter Notes
Engine model
Perkins 5.2L
Engine displacement
5.2 L | 317.3 cu in
Engine horsepower
79.5 hp | 59.3 kW
Primary filter note
For the Massey Ferguson 298, the listed primary air filter part number is 3703703M91. 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 6242781M91. 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
This sits in the utility range. The 300-hour guide is useful for planning, but dusty work should shorten the inspection cycle.
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 298 Air Filter FAQs
What is the safest way to match a Massey Ferguson 298 air filter?
Do not buy from the title alone. Match 3703703M91 against the removed filter, then check gasket shape, end-cap depth and cover fit before starting the tractor.
Is the Massey Ferguson 298 air filter a one-part or multi-part service?
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 6242781M91 when you meant the outer filter.
Why not stretch a dirty Massey Ferguson 298 air filter under load?
This sits in the utility range. The 300-hour guide is useful for planning, but dusty work should shorten the inspection cycle.
What part-number mistake should I avoid on a Massey Ferguson 298?
When there are several part numbers, do not search them all in one cart and hope. Label each one as primary, outer or safety before buying.
Is the Massey Ferguson 298 outer filter the same as the primary filter?
Use 7068069M1 to check the service element and 6242781M91 to check the safety element. Do not assume one substitutes for the other.
Does displacement help choose a Massey Ferguson 298 air filter?
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 298 air filter from model name alone?
If a parts listing matches the engine but not the housing, it can still be wrong. The safe check is engine family plus old filter plus canister fit, not engine family alone.
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.
