Fleetguard · HF Hydraulic · inline line
HF6896 filter element: specifications & equivalents
The HF6896 is a Fleetguard inline-line hydraulic filter element, sized 95 × 276 mm OD × length (ID 48.5 mm), rated at 10 µm absolute (10 µm at β75(c); 11 µm at β200(c) per ISO 16889). Verify against the current manufacturer data sheet before ordering.
Envelope OD × L 95 × 276 mm
Inside diameter 48.5 mm
Filtration rating 10 µm abs.
Beta rating 10 µm at β75(c); 11 µm at β200(c) per ISO 16889
Collapse / burst 30 bar
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 | 10 µm |
| Rating basis | absolute |
| Beta ratio | 10 µm at β75(c); 11 µm at β200(c) per ISO 16889 |
| Outside diameter OD | 95 mm |
| Inside diameter ID | 48.5 mm |
| Length | 276 mm |
| End caps | open-ended cartridge element |
| Rated flow | 500 L/min |
| Collapse / burst pressure | 30 bar |
| Integral bypass valve | none (housing/valve-dependent) |
| Manufacturer part no. | HF6896 |
| 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 | 95 mm (3.740 in) |
| Inside diameter | 48.5 mm (1.909 in) |
| Overall length | 276 mm (10.866 in) |
All 95×276 mm interchange elements →
Cross references & equivalents
| Equivalent model | Brand | Match level | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
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↔ 100200103 page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists 100200103 as an interchange for HF6896. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ 1137725 page in verification queue | UFI | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists 1137725 as an interchange for HF6896. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ 20500R10VG30HCSP page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists 20500R10VG30HCSP as an interchange for HF6896. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ 307215 page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists 307215 as an interchange for HF6896. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ 30TR500H10LLLA page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists 30TR500H10LLLA as an interchange for HF6896. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ 500R010BN3HC page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists 500R010BN3HC as an interchange for HF6896. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ 500R010BNHC page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists 500R010BNHC as an interchange for HF6896. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ 6050070 page in verification queue | UFI | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists 6050070 as an interchange for HF6896. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ 7628422 page in verification queue | UFI | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists 7628422 as an interchange for HF6896. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
| ↔ 934568 | Parker | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists 934568 as an interchange for HF6896. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ 938287Q page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists 938287Q as an interchange for HF6896. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ BE500R12A43 page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists BE500R12A43 as an interchange for HF6896. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ DER502B2C10 page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists DER502B2C10 as an interchange for HF6896. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ DER502B2P10 page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists DER502B2P10 as an interchange for HF6896. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ H0500R012EB3 page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists H0500R012EB3 as an interchange for HF6896. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ H500R10N page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists H500R10N as an interchange for HF6896. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ HC2238FKS10H page in verification queue | Pall | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists HC2238FKS10H as an interchange for HF6896. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
| ↔ HD1060 | MANN-FILTER | partial | MANN-FILTER's online catalog lists HF6896 (FLEETGUARD/CUMMINS FILTRATION) as a comparison number for HD1060. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
| ↔ HD1060 | MANN-FILTER | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists HD1060 as an interchange for HF6896. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ HF0689600 page in verification queue | Fleetguard | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists HF0689600 as an interchange for HF6896. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ MP11125 page in verification queue | MP Filtri | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists MP11125 as an interchange for HF6896. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ P173173 page in verification queue | Donaldson | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists P173173 as an interchange for HF6896. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ P573285 page in verification queue | Donaldson | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists P573285 as an interchange for HF6896. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
| ↔ PT9359-MPG | Baldwin Filters | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists PT9359MPG as an interchange for HF6896. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ R48D10GV page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists R48D10GV as an interchange for HF6896. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
| ↔ RE-130-G-10-B | STAUFF | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists RE130G10B as an interchange for HF6896. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ RHR500G10B page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists RHR500G10B as an interchange for HF6896. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ RHY5001110GV3 page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists RHY5001110GV3 as an interchange for HF6896. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
| ↔ SBF-0500R-Z10B | Schroeder Industries | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists SBF0500RZ10B as an interchange for HF6896. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ SH74029 page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists SH74029 as an interchange for HF6896. Envelope cross-reference; verify micron grade, collapse rating and seal configuration before substituting. |
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↔ WGHH50010RN page in verification queue | Aftermarket | partial | Fleetguard's online catalog lists WGHH50010RN as an interchange for HF6896. 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 HF6896 model number is decoded
- HF6896Fleetguard HF-series hydraulic cartridge element part number.
- 276 mmOverall height.
- 95 mmLargest outside diameter.
- 48.5 mmLargest end inside diameter.
- 10 µm at β75(c); 11 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 HF6896 filter element?
The published envelope is 95 mm OD × 276 mm length with a 48.5 mm inside diameter (3.740 × 10.866 in × 1.909 in ID). Confirm against the housing drawing before ordering.
What micron rating does HF6896 use?
This element is rated 10 µm absolute — 10 µm at β75(c); 11 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 HF6896 filter element?
31 partial match(es) requiring parameter review
How do I read the HF6896 part number?
See the designation decoder above: each segment of HF6896 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 72 catalog element(s) share the 95×276 mm envelope. Envelope match alone does not guarantee interchangeability — compare micron/Beta, seals and collapse rating.
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