Wix 46861 Engine Air Filter

WIX HD Engine Air Filter 46861

The WIX 46861 is a heavy-duty engine air filter built for demanding air and fuel delivery applications. It uses cellulose filtration media and a durable filter structure to help maintain clean intake airflow in service intervals aligned with OEM air filter change schedules.

Key Features

• Heavy-duty engine air filter for air intake protection
• Cellulose media for effective contaminant capture
• High-strength end caps and expanded metal body for durability
• Skip-a-pleat media stabilization and pleat stabilization beads where applicable
• Laboratory tested to ISO 5011 with minimum 99.9% contaminant removal based on WIX reference testing
• Dimensions: 19.75 in. height, 10.92 in. top and bottom outer diameter, 5.9 in. inner diameter bottom

Detailed Description

WIX HD air filters are built for engines that need dependable intake filtration under heavy-duty operating conditions. The 46861 uses cellulose media and a reinforced filter design to help keep dust and debris out of the intake system while supporting consistent airflow. For buyers searching for a WIX 46861 engine air filter, this part is a direct-fit style replacement in the HD air filter category and is commonly cross-referenced with NAPA Gold Filters 6861 and Fleetguard AH1200 for the same application.

Compatible With heavy-duty vehicle applications that use this filter size and configuration, including fitment-based searches for WIX 46861 and related engine air filter replacement needs. If you are sourcing a WIX 46861 for maintenance planning, this part is intended for OEM air filter change intervals and service schedules where durable filtration media matters.

What It Helps Address

• Restricted airflow caused by a dirty or loaded engine air filter
• Dust and road debris entering the intake system
• Premature wear from inadequate intake filtration
• Service replacement needs during scheduled air filter intervals
• Filter collapse or housing wear in heavy-duty use conditions

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the filter dimensions and housing style before ordering. Match the 19.75-inch height, 10.92-inch outer diameter, and 5.9-inch inner diameter bottom to the existing filter specification. Confirm the air cleaner housing is clean before installing the new filter, and inspect the sealing surfaces for debris or damage. For vehicle-specific searches, confirm application details for the make/model using the existing air filter part number and housing measurements.

Quality Assurance

WIX HD air filters are built with premium filtration media and reinforced construction features for long service life in demanding environments. The 46861 is laboratory tested to ISO 5011 standards, with WIX reporting minimum 99.9% contaminant removal based on reference testing.