Fleetguard · HF Hydraulic · inline line
HF29256 filter element: specifications & equivalents
The HF29256 is a Fleetguard inline-line hydraulic filter element, built with microglass media, sized 73.6 × 232 mm OD × length (ID 32.5 mm). Verify against the current manufacturer data sheet before ordering.
Envelope OD × L 73.6 × 232 mm
Inside diameter 32.5 mm
Beta rating 9.9 µm at β200(c); 12.4 µm at β1000(c) per ISO 16889
Media Microglass
Line type inline
Catalog verified. Parameters extracted from the manufacturer’s electronic
catalog / official interchange document and checked 2026-09-28. Confidence score 0.90.
Specifications and cross-references are taken from the Fleetguard online catalog API. Where both TWA and Beta ratings are published the conventions differ — verify cleanliness targets, collapse rating and seal configuration against the current Fleetguard data sheet before ordering.
Specification table
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Filter type | inline line |
| Media | Microglass |
| Beta ratio | 9.9 µm at β200(c); 12.4 µm at β1000(c) per ISO 16889 |
| Outside diameter OD | 73.6 mm |
| Inside diameter ID | 32.5 mm |
| Length | 232 mm |
| End caps | open-ended cartridge element |
| Integral bypass valve | none (housing/valve-dependent) |
| Manufacturer part no. | HF29256 |
| Source catalog | Cummins Filtration / Fleetguard: Fleetguard online product catalog (fleetguard.com) |
| Last verified | 2026-09-28 |
Sources: Cummins Filtration / Fleetguard — Fleetguard online product catalog (fleetguard.com) — accessed 2026-09-28.
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Dimensions & series range
| Outside diameter | 73.6 mm (2.898 in) |
| Inside diameter | 32.5 mm (1.280 in) |
| Overall length | 232 mm (9.134 in) |
All 74×232 mm interchange elements →
Cross references & equivalents
| Equivalent model | Brand | Match level | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
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↔ 270L205 page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists 270L205 as an interchange for HF29256. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ 270Z222A page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists 270Z222A as an interchange for HF29256. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ 40852 page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists 40852 as an interchange for HF29256. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ 60208D10BN page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists 60208D10BN as an interchange for HF29256. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ 920P212 page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists 920P212 as an interchange for HF29256. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ AFKOVL93B10 page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists AFKOVL93B10 as an interchange for HF29256. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ D78E10GAV page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists D78E10GAV as an interchange for HF29256. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ D921G10AV page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists D921G10AV as an interchange for HF29256. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ DE0272B2C10 page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists DE0272B2C10 as an interchange for HF29256. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ DE0272V2C10 page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists DE0272V2C10 as an interchange for HF29256. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ G03366 page in verification queue | Parker | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists G03366 as an interchange for HF29256. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ G03381 page in verification queue | Parker | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists G03381 as an interchange for HF29256. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ H270Z2010BN page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists H270Z2010BN as an interchange for HF29256. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ HE311 page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists HE311 as an interchange for HF29256. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ HP27L812M page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists HP27L812M as an interchange for HF29256. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ HP27L812MB page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists HP27L812MB as an interchange for HF29256. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ HP27L812MV page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists HP27L812MV as an interchange for HF29256. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ MF0576119 page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists MF0576119 as an interchange for HF29256. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ MF576119 page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists MF576119 as an interchange for HF29256. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ MP10306 page in verification queue | MP Filtri | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists MP10306 as an interchange for HF29256. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ P173033 page in verification queue | Donaldson | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists P173033 as an interchange for HF29256. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ P270EAL122N2 page in verification queue | Donaldson | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists P270EAL122N2 as an interchange for HF29256. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ P567019 page in verification queue | Donaldson | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists P567019 as an interchange for HF29256. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ PR3366 page in verification queue | Parker | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists PR3366 as an interchange for HF29256. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ PR3381 page in verification queue | Parker | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists PR3381 as an interchange for HF29256. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
| ↔ PT23281-MPG | Baldwin Filters | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists PT23281MPG as an interchange for HF29256. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ PT726 page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists PT726 as an interchange for HF29256. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ SH53025 page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists SH53025 as an interchange for HF29256. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ V0272B2C10 page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists V0272B2C10 as an interchange for HF29256. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ V0272V2C10 page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists V0272V2C10 as an interchange for HF29256. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
Interchange levels: full catalog-confirmed drop-in · partial verify parameters · verify manual confirmation required. Links resolve to the equivalent model's specification page where available.
How the HF29256 model number is decoded
- HF29256Fleetguard HF-series hydraulic cartridge element part number.
- 232 mmOverall height.
- 73.6 mmLargest outside diameter.
- 32.5 mmLargest end inside diameter.
- 9.9 µm at β200(c); 12.4 µm at β1000(c) per ISO 16889Published efficiency ratings.
Typical equipment & applications
- Construction, agricultural and industrial hydraulic circuits
- Mobile-equipment hydraulic return and pressure lines
Selection pitfalls — read before you substitute
- “10 µm nominal” and “12 µm at β1000” can describe the very same media — one is reported at β≥200, the other at β≥1000 per ISO 16889. Compare ratings at the same Beta test point, not just the printed micron number.
- Nitrile (NBR) seals are standard for mineral hydraulic oil but fail early in some phosphate-ester fluids and at sustained high temperature; verify seal compound against the fluid data sheet (fluorocarbon/Viton executions may be required).
- End-cap geometry and the number/position of O-rings block interchange even when OD and length match — visually compare end caps before fitting, especially with aftermarket cartridges.
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of the HF29256 filter element?
The published envelope is 73.6 mm OD × 232 mm length with a 32.5 mm inside diameter (2.898 × 9.134 in × 1.280 in ID). Confirm against the housing drawing before ordering.
What replaces the HF29256 filter element?
30 partial match(es) requiring parameter review
How do I read the HF29256 part number?
See the designation decoder above: each segment of HF29256 encodes size, line type, filtration grade and media/collapse execution.
Is a same-envelope aftermarket element always a drop-in replacement?
No. Matching OD and length only proves the cartridge fits the bowl. End-cap style, seal compound, micron/Beta rating, collapse pressure and bypass configuration must also match; the table above tags every equivalent as full, partial or verify for exactly this reason.
How often should a hydraulic return-line element be replaced?
Replace at the housing manufacturer’s recommended differential-pressure setting (commonly signalled by a clogging indicator), or on a time-based service interval when no indicator is fitted — never wait for bypass to open continuously, because unfiltered oil then reaches the valves.
Same-envelope elements from other brands
View full interchange →These 1 catalog element(s) share the 74×232 mm envelope. Envelope match alone does not guarantee interchangeability — compare micron/Beta, seals and collapse rating.
Other models in the HF Hydraulic series
All 2621 →Reviewed & verified by the ElementRef engineering desk against Cummins Filtration / Fleetguard on 2026-09-28. Read our editorial & correction policy.