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Wix 51161 Engine Oil Filter
| Brand | Wix 51161 |
|---|---|
| BetaRatio | 2/20=17/33 |
| Class | Hb |
| Duty Type | Hd |
| Flow Rate | 18 gpm |
| Height | 9.277 |
| Inner Diameter Bottom | 1.635 |
| Media Material | Enhanced cellulose |
| Micron | 32.00 |
| Outer Diameter Bottom | 3.968 |
| Outer Diameter Top | 3.968 |
| Style | Cartridge lube metal canister |
| Fits | — |
Enhanced cellulose media. Helps capture contaminants while supporting effective engine oil filtration.
Heavy-duty design. Built for demanding service and longer maintenance intervals.
Cartridge lube canister. A cartridge-style oil filter with a metal canister construction.
Cross-references ACDelco 12-328, ACDelco PF 328 and ACDelco PF328F for the same application. See all 248.
Wix 51161 Engine Oil Filter Overview
The Wix 51161 engine oil filter is a cartridge-style lube filter built for heavy-duty service. With enhanced cellulose media, a 32 micron rating, and a 18 GPM flow rate, it supports clean oil circulation in demanding diesel and industrial applications.
Compatible With applications that call for Wix 51161, this filter is commonly cross-referenced across a wide range of OE and aftermarket part numbers for equipment that uses a metal canister cartridge design.
Key Features
- Part number: Wix 51161
- Enhanced cellulose filter media for oil filtration service
- 32.00 micron rating for contaminant capture
- 18 GPM flow rate
- Cartridge lube metal canister style
- Heavy-duty duty type with HB class construction
- Dimensions: 9.277 in. height, 3.968 in. outer diameter, 1.635 in. inner diameter bottom
- Beta ratio: 2/20=17/33
Detailed Description
The Wix 51161 is an engine oil filter designed around filtration performance and service life. Wix positions filtration as a core part of maintenance, and this filter follows that approach with enhanced cellulose media and a cartridge lube metal canister format suited to heavy-duty engines and equipment. The 51161 part number is also widely referenced across brands such as Fleetguard LF3610, FRAM C1682, and NAPA Gold 1161 for the same application.
For buyers searching for Wix 51161 oil filter, heavy-duty cartridge oil filter, or metal canister engine filter, this part is a direct match for applications that specify this size and style. It is also a practical search term for Komatsu oil filter, Caterpillar oil filter, and diesel engine oil filter replacement needs where the OE reference calls for this configuration.
What It Helps Address
- Excess engine oil contamination from normal wear
- Restricted oil flow caused by a clogged filter element
- Routine maintenance intervals on diesel and industrial engines
- Replacement needs for cartridge-style lube filter applications
- Cross-reference sourcing for OE and aftermarket filter numbers
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the filter style, dimensions, and OE reference before installation. Confirm that the application calls for a cartridge lube metal canister filter with the listed height, diameter, and micron rating. For best results, follow the engine manufacturer’s service procedure and replace the filter during scheduled oil service.
Search terms such as Wix 51161, Wix oil filter 51161, and heavy-duty engine oil filter 51161 are commonly used for fitment research on diesel equipment and industrial engines, including Komatsu and Caterpillar applications.
Quality Assurance
Wix builds filtration products around maintenance-focused service life and application-specific fitment. The 51161 is supported by extensive interchange coverage across OE and aftermarket brands, helping confirm the correct replacement for specified engine oil filter applications.
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