CNH Tractor Filters Guide: Case IH and New Holland

CNH at a Glance

CNH, formerly known as CNH Industrial, is a global agricultural and construction equipment group whose farm brands include Case IH, New Holland Agriculture, and STEYR. Case IH traces its history to J. I. Case, founded in 1842, and to International Harvester, which merged with Case in 1985. New Holland's roots go back to 1895 in Pennsylvania. Because the two brands share engines, platforms, and many filters, they are often treated together in the aftermarket, and many part numbers cross between them.

Main Case IH and New Holland Tractor Ranges

Case IH Puma and Maxxum. Mid-range tractors in the 100 to 250 horsepower class, used for tillage, forage, and loader work. The Puma commonly uses the 6.7-litre FPT engine.

Case IH Magnum and Optum. Higher-horsepower tractors for large farms and heavy tillage.

Case IH Farmall. Utility tractors for smaller farms, livestock, and loader work.

New Holland T6 and T7. The New Holland counterparts of the Maxxum and Puma class, with many shared engine and service parts.

New Holland T4, T5 and Boomer. Smaller utility and compact tractors for orchards, vineyards, livestock, and municipal work.

Combines and harvesters. Case IH Axial-Flow and New Holland CR and CX combines have their own filter sets with high air filtration demands during harvest.

Common CNH Filter Part Numbers

CNH filter numbers vary widely between engines, tiers, and tractor generations. The references below are those commonly listed in aftermarket catalogs and dealer service kits.

Puma, Maxxum, and T6/T7 tractors use different fuel, hydraulic, and cab filters depending on engine tier and transmission. Always confirm with the serial number before ordering.

CNH Filter Maintenance Guide

Engine oil filters. Replace the oil filter with every engine oil change, using a filter that matches the original media and bypass specification. Heavy tillage and loader work load the engine for long periods.

Fuel filters. Replace fuel filters on schedule and drain the water separator regularly. Many farms store fuel in on-site tanks, which increases the risk of water and sediment.

Air filters. Check the restriction indicator and replace the outer element when needed. The inner safety element should not be cleaned or reused. Dusty field conditions shorten intervals sharply.

Hydraulic filters. Replace the hydraulic oil filter on schedule. On CVT and powershift tractors, transmission and hydraulic oil often share a circuit, so filter condition directly affects transmission life.

Cab filters. Replace cab filters before spraying and harvest to protect the operator.

Service kits. CNH dealers sell kits for 300-hour and annual services that bundle the main filters. Replacing the full set at once is the simplest way to avoid missing a filter.

Service intervals are set by the machine manufacturer and depend on the model, engine, oil specification, fuel quality, and working conditions. Always follow the maintenance schedule in the operator's manual for your specific machine.

How to Choose the Right Replacement Filter for a CNH Tractor

• Identify the exact model and serial number, since Tier 3, Tier 4A, and Tier 4B versions of the same tractor use different filters.
• Check whether the New Holland and Case IH numbers cross for your engine before assuming a match.
• Confirm dimensions, thread, and gasket, then verify that the replacement meets the original efficiency and bypass specification.
• Buy complete service kits where possible.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do Case IH and New Holland tractors share filters? Often, yes. The Puma and Maxxum share engine families with the New Holland T6 and T7, and catalogs list common OE numbers such as 5802872619 for engine oil filters. This does not apply to every model, so verify by serial number.

What oil filter does a Case IH Puma use? 6.7-litre Puma applications commonly reference 84228488 or 87803206, while newer applications reference 5802872619. Check the engine and build date.

Can aftermarket filters be used on CNH tractors? Yes, if they meet or exceed the original specification for efficiency, flow, and pressure rating. Check warranty terms on newer tractors.

For farms, dealers, and distributors sourcing replacement filters for Case IH and New Holland machines, ADAOER Filter manufactures fuel, oil, air, hydraulic, and cabin filters for tractors and agricultural machinery, and supports OEM/ODM development for custom specifications. Cross-reference lists are available on request.

Brand names and part numbers are used for identification and compatibility reference only. John Deere, Case IH, New Holland, CNH, STEYR, and CLAAS are trademarks of their respective owners. Part numbers vary by machine model, serial number range, engine, and emission level, so always verify the correct filter against your machine's serial number and engine code before ordering.