The New Holland T4050 tractor primary air filter part number is 86555826. The inner safety filter is 86982523.
New Holland T4050 Air Filter Details
Primary air filter part number
86555826
Inner safety air filter part number
86982523
Outer air filter part number
87037984
Air filter dimensions
Length: 10.8 in | Outside diameter: 4.1 in | Inside diameter: 2.3 in
Cross-reference part numbers
T4050, 4-1/8, 2-5/16, 10-13/16
Air Filter Service Interval Guide
Air Filter Service Interval Guide
Dusty use
100 hrs
Average
300 hrs
Light use
600 hrs
Listed Filter Size Check
Length
10.8 in
Outside diameter
4.1 in
Inside diameter
2.3 in
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.
New Holland T4050 Extra Air Filter Notes
Engine model
FPT 4.5L
Engine displacement
4.5 L | 274.6 cu in
Engine horsepower
95 hp | 70.8 kW
Primary filter note
For the New Holland T4050, the listed primary air filter part number is 86555826. 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 87037984.
Safety filter note
The listed inner safety air filter is 86982523. Do not remove the safety element for normal cleaning; replace it if dirty, damaged or oil-soaked.
Fitment note
Listed dimensions: Length: 10.8 in | Outside diameter: 4.1 in | Inside diameter: 2.3 in. Use dimensions as a second check, not as the only buying method.
Filter size note
The listed dimensions point to a mid-size element length at 10.8 in and normal outside diameter at 4.1 in. Use that as a fitment sanity check against the old filter.
Power range note
With a 95 hp engine class, the horsepower is high compared with the listed element size, so restriction checks matter more. Watch for weak pull, smoke or heat under load before waiting for the full 300-hour guide.
Engine airflow note
Displacement and horsepower together explain airflow demand better than either one alone, but the air-cleaner housing still proves fit.
Cross-reference note
Possible cross-reference numbers found for the New Holland T4050: T4050, 4-1/8, 2-5/16, 10-13/16. Treat these as secondary checks after the primary filter number.
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.
New Holland T4050 Air Filter FAQs
What makes the New Holland T4050 air-filter number risky to order blindly?
The safest match is not just the printed number. Use 86555826, then check whether the element seats fully without forcing the cover.
Can the New Holland T4050 air filter become a restriction under load?
The combo is a practical warning system. If the element is packed, damaged or not sealing, the engine can lose airflow long before the filter looks catastrophic.
Should I order one filter or a full New Holland T4050 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 87037984 when you meant the safety filter, or 86982523 when you meant the outer filter.
Why can a similar-size filter still be wrong for a New Holland T4050?
The useful thing is the relationship between the three measurements: length checks housing depth, outside diameter checks the outer seal, and inside diameter checks the center opening. A filter can match two and still fail the third.
Would I be strict with the New Holland T4050 air filter condition?
Yes. The power-to-filter-size relationship makes restriction and seal condition worth taking seriously. Replace a questionable element before heavy dusty work.
When does the New Holland T4050 air filter become a performance problem?
With a 95 hp engine class, the horsepower is high compared with the listed element size, so restriction checks matter more. Watch for weak pull, smoke or heat under load before waiting for the full 300-hour guide.
Why is the exact New Holland T4050 filter number important?
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.
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 newholland.com website before ordering or installing an air filter.
