Fleetguard · HF Hydraulic · inline line

HF6201 filter element: specifications & equivalents

The HF6201 is a Fleetguard inline-line hydraulic filter element, sized 79.12 × 228.6 mm OD × length. Verify against the current manufacturer data sheet before ordering.

Envelope OD × L 79.12 × 228.6 mm
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

ParameterValue
Filter type inline line
Outside diameter OD 79.12 mm
Length 228.6 mm
End caps open-ended cartridge element
Integral bypass valve none (housing/valve-dependent)
Manufacturer part no. HF6201
Source catalog Cummins Filtration / Fleetguard: Fleetguard online product catalog (fleetguard.com)
Last verified2026-09-28

Sources: Cummins Filtration / Fleetguard — Fleetguard online product catalog (fleetguard.com) — accessed 2026-09-28.

Fleetguard® and all model designations are trademarks of their respective owners, used here for identification only — ElementRef is an independent reference site, not an authorized Fleetguard distributor.

Dimensions & series range

Outside diameter79.12 mm (3.115 in)
Overall length228.6 mm (9.000 in)

Cross references & equivalents

Equivalent modelBrandMatch levelNote
↔ 100791
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists 100791 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ 103845
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists 103845 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ 11421745390
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists 11421745390 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ 1186
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists 1186 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ 1457429292
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists 1457429292 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ 1534786
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UFIpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists 1534786 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ 1722781
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UFIpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists 1722781 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ 1816
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists 1816 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ 183
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists 183 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ 1R0728
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists 1R0728 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ 1U2092
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists 1U2092 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ 21186
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists 21186 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ 3I0590
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists 3I0590 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ 3I1209
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists 3I1209 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ 3J7868
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists 3J7868 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ 420337000
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists 420337000 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ 4J0816
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists 4J0816 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ 4J816
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists 4J816 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ 51186
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists 51186 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ 51816WIX FilterspartialFleetguard's online catalog lists 51816 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ 6438169
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UFIpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists 6438169 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ 72214
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists 72214 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ 823
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists 823 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ 85186
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists 85186 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ 85816
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists 85816 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ 92093117
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UFIpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists 92093117 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ 92816
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists 92816 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ 9351
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists 9351 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ AC3024
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists AC3024 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ AP469
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists AP469 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ APH4691A
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists APH4691A as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ AZH019
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists AZH019 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ B5280
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists B5280 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ C1677
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists C1677 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ CE1025H
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists CE1025H as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ CF5280
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists CF5280 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ CH8213
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists CH8213 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ CW816MP
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists CW816MP as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ D173
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists D173 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ D34E202H
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists D34E202H as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ DC6070
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MP FiltripartialFleetguard's online catalog lists DC6070 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ DH388
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists DH388 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ DHE30
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists DHE30 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ DHE36
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists DHE36 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ E202H01D34
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists E202H01D34 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ E77H
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists E77H as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ EO3002
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists EO3002 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ FA42
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists FA42 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ FA4615
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists FA4615 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ FC183
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists FC183 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ FH1023
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists FH1023 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ FH7
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists FH7 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ FJ199
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists FJ199 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ G051816
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ParkerpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists G051816 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ G769
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ParkerpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists G769 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ G985
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ParkerpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists G985 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ H50042
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists H50042 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ H837
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists H837 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ HC1677
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PallpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists HC1677 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ HF0620100
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FleetguardpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists HF0620100 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ HF0620100G
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FleetguardpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists HF0620100 G as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ HF0620100JX
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FleetguardpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists HF0620100JX as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ HF0620100LKM
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FleetguardpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists HF0620100_LKM as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ HF791
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FleetguardpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists HF791 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ HU9383X
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists HU9383X as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ HU9384X
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists HU9384X as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ L203
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists L203 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ L203H
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists L203H as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ L35280
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists L35280 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ L647
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists L647 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ L794
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists L794 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ LF481
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists LF481 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ LFP550816
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists LFP550816 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ LK469
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists LK469 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ LP816
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists LP816 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ LPW000010
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists LPW000010 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ M01152
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists M01152 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ MO1152
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists MO1152 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ OP272
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists OP272 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ OX1521D
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists OX1521D as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ OX1521DECO
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists OX1521DECO as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ OX219
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists OX219 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ P164203
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DonaldsonpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists P164203 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ P310920B
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DonaldsonpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists P310920B as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ P346
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DonaldsonpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists P346 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ P42Baldwin FilterspartialFleetguard's online catalog lists P42 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ P550816
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DonaldsonpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists P550816 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ P552422
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DonaldsonpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists P552422 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ P7137
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DonaldsonpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists P7137 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ P791
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DonaldsonpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists P791 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ P816
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DonaldsonpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists P816 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ P8198
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DonaldsonpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists P8198 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ PF2249G
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists PF2249G as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ PF382
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists PF382 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ PH837
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists PH837 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ PL183
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists PL183 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ PM1677
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists PM1677 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ PM4J816
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists PM4J816 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ PN176
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists PN176 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ PT93
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists PT93 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ PT93MPG
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists PT93MPG as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ R85186
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists R85186 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ RF19049
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists RF19049 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ RP9113
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists RP9113 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ RP9175
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists RP9175 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ S257CP
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists S257CP as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ SC3
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists SC3 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ SH56251
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists SH56251 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ WD183
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists WD183 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ WGL665
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists WGL665 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ WL7234
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists WL7234 as an interchange for HF6201. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting.
↔ WP8198
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AftermarketpartialFleetguard's online catalog lists WP8198 as an interchange for HF6201. 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 HF6201 model number is decoded

  • HF6201Fleetguard HF-series hydraulic cartridge element part number.
  • 228.6 mmOverall height.
  • 79.12 mmLargest outside diameter.

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 HF6201 filter element?
The published envelope is 79.12 mm OD × 228.6 mm length (3.115 × 9.000 in). Confirm against the housing drawing before ordering.
What replaces the HF6201 filter element?
112 partial match(es) requiring parameter review
How do I read the HF6201 part number?
See the designation decoder above: each segment of HF6201 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.

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Reviewed & verified by the ElementRef engineering desk against Cummins Filtration / Fleetguard on 2026-09-28. Read our editorial & correction policy.