Fleetguard · HF Hydraulic · inline line
HF6238 filter element: specifications & equivalents
The HF6238 is a Fleetguard inline-line hydraulic filter element, sized 101.22 × 128.78 mm OD × length (ID 33.32 mm), rated at 23 µm absolute (23 µm at β75(c); 25 µm at β200(c) per ISO 16889). Verify against the current manufacturer data sheet before ordering.
Envelope OD × L 101.22 × 128.78 mm
Inside diameter 33.32 mm
Filtration rating 23 µm abs.
Beta rating 23 µm at β75(c); 25 µm at β200(c) per ISO 16889
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 |
| Filtration rating | 23 µm |
| Rating basis | absolute |
| Beta ratio | 23 µm at β75(c); 25 µm at β200(c) per ISO 16889 |
| Outside diameter OD | 101.22 mm |
| Inside diameter ID | 33.32 mm |
| Length | 128.78 mm |
| End caps | open-ended cartridge element |
| Rated flow | 71.2 L/min |
| Integral bypass valve | none (housing/valve-dependent) |
| Manufacturer part no. | HF6238 |
| 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 | 101.22 mm (3.985 in) |
| Inside diameter | 33.32 mm (1.312 in) |
| Overall length | 128.78 mm (5.070 in) |
All 101×129 mm interchange elements →
Cross references & equivalents
| Equivalent model | Brand | Match level | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
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↔ 102D12 page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists 102D12 as an interchange for HF6238. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ 15513845 page in verification queue | UFI | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists 15513845 as an interchange for HF6238. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ 2137065 page in verification queue | UFI | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists 2137065 as an interchange for HF6238. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ 2FH208 page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists 2FH208 as an interchange for HF6238. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ 49055291 page in verification queue | UFI | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists 49055291 as an interchange for HF6238. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ 5315480003 page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists 5315480003 as an interchange for HF6238. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ 532537101 page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists 532537101 as an interchange for HF6238. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ 557196 page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists 557196 as an interchange for HF6238. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ 57196 page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists 57196 as an interchange for HF6238. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ 6303161 page in verification queue | UFI | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists 6303161 as an interchange for HF6238. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ 7196 page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists 7196 as an interchange for HF6238. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ 76061778 page in verification queue | UFI | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists 76061778 as an interchange for HF6238. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ 7999900301 page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists 7999900301 as an interchange for HF6238. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ 83284B page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists 83284B as an interchange for HF6238. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ 83284D page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists 83284D as an interchange for HF6238. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ 83284E page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists 83284E as an interchange for HF6238. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ 83284M page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists 83284M as an interchange for HF6238. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ 84196 page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists 84196 as an interchange for HF6238. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ 85102531 page in verification queue | UFI | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists 85102531 as an interchange for HF6238. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ AA016002 page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists AA016002 as an interchange for HF6238. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ C7058 page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists C7058 as an interchange for HF6238. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ HF0623800 page in verification queue | Fleetguard | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists HF0623800 as an interchange for HF6238. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ HF0623800J page in verification queue | Fleetguard | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists HF0623800 J as an interchange for HF6238. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ HF0623800JX page in verification queue | Fleetguard | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists HF0623800JX as an interchange for HF6238. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ LH5961 page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists LH5961 as an interchange for HF6238. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ NMC83284D page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists NMC83284D as an interchange for HF6238. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ NMC83284M page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists NMC83284M as an interchange for HF6238. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ P550698 page in verification queue | Donaldson | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists P550698 as an interchange for HF6238. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ PT8487 page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists PT8487 as an interchange for HF6238. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ Q83284 page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists Q83284 as an interchange for HF6238. 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 HF6238 model number is decoded
- HF6238Fleetguard HF-series hydraulic cartridge element part number.
- 128.78 mmOverall height.
- 101.22 mmLargest outside diameter.
- 33.32 mmLargest end inside diameter.
- 23 µm at β75(c); 25 µm at β200(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 HF6238 filter element?
The published envelope is 101.22 mm OD × 128.78 mm length with a 33.32 mm inside diameter (3.985 × 5.070 in × 1.312 in ID). Confirm against the housing drawing before ordering.
What micron rating does HF6238 use?
This element is rated 23 µm absolute — 23 µm at β75(c); 25 µm at β200(c) per ISO 16889. Always compare Beta ratings at the same test point: two brands may print different micron numbers for the same physical grade.
What replaces the HF6238 filter element?
30 partial match(es) requiring parameter review
How do I read the HF6238 part number?
See the designation decoder above: each segment of HF6238 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 101×129 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.