Fuel Filter Assembly 360-8958 / 360-8960 for Caterpillar Excavators, Loaders & Compactors
360-8958 fuel filter assembly for Caterpillar excavators, wheel loaders, and paving compactors. OEM cross-reference verified. Orders from IXIN Filter.
Description
This 360-8958 fuel filter is an advanced-efficiency flange-mount fuel filter element engineered as a direct replacement for the Caterpillar 360-8958, sold as part of a fuel filter assembly alongside the closely related 360-8960. It’s one of the most widely used fuel filter elements across CAT’s C4.4, C6.6, and C7.1 engine platforms, spanning an unusually broad range of excavators, wheel loaders, paving compactors, and generator sets.
Product Overview
The 360-8958 fuel filter uses advanced-efficiency filter media designed to remove fine particulate contamination from diesel fuel, protecting fuel injectors and downstream fuel system components. As a flange-type cartridge element, it installs into a reusable filter head rather than threading on and off directly — a design explained in more detail here, which is common across CAT’s current-generation C4.4/C6.6/C7.1 engine platforms. Each unit is dimensionally verified against OEM measurements and tested for filtration performance before shipment — not just matched by part number.
Fits the Following Caterpillar Models & Engines
| Category | Models |
|---|---|
| Excavators | CAT 312D, 313, 314E, 316F, 320E, 323, 329E, 335F, and related D2/E/F-series variants |
| Wheel Loaders | CAT 910M, 914M, 918M, 924K, 926M, 930K, 930M, 938K, 938M, 950 GC, 950K, 950L, 950M, 962, 962K, 962L, 962M, 966F, 966F II |
| Track-Type Loaders | CAT 953, 953K, 963, 963K |
| Paving Compactors | CAT CB/CC/CD/CP/CS/CW-series compactors and rollers |
| Backhoe Loaders | CAT 415F2, 416F, 416F2, 420F, 420F2, 427F2, 428F, 428F2, 430F, 430F2, 432F, 432F2, 434F |
| Wheel-Type Skidders | CAT 525D, 535D, 545D, 555D |
| Earthmoving Compactors | CAT 815, 815K, 816, 816K |
| Generators | CAT LC31XX, XQ230, XQP100, XQP115, XQP150, XQP200, LC51XX POWER SYS |
| Engines | Caterpillar C2.8, C3.4, C3.4B, C3.6, C4.4, C6.6, C7.1 (and generator-specific variants) |
This is an unusually broad-application part number spanning multiple equipment categories. Always confirm your machine’s serial number range against the OEM cross-reference before ordering, as fuel system filtration specifications can vary across production years and equipment types within the same engine platform.
OEM Cross-Reference Numbers
| Brand | Number |
|---|---|
| Caterpillar | 360-8958, 3608958, 360-8960, 3608960, CA3608958 |
| Other Aftermarket Reference | MOK006, MO K006 |
Key Features
- Advanced-efficiency filter media, designed to protect fuel injectors from fine particulate contamination
- Flange-mount cartridge design, built to install into a reusable filter head assembly
- Dimensionally verified against OEM specifications, not just cross-reference number matching
- Consistent batch quality control, with raw material and pre-shipment testing on every production run
- Exceptionally broad application coverage, spanning excavators, wheel loaders, track-type loaders, paving compactors, backhoe loaders, skidders, and generator sets on CAT’s C4.4/C6.6/C7.1 engine platforms
Specifications (Publicly Referenced Dimensions)
Dimensions below are compiled from publicly available cross-reference filter databases and are consistent with the specifications previously verified for the related 360-8960 part number, since 360-8958 and 360-8960 are sold together as a matched assembly. Please verify against your machine’s actual filter housing or OEM documentation before bulk ordering.
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Height | 155 mm |
| Outer Diameter | 81 mm |
| Inner Diameter | 34 mm |
| Filter Type | Flange-mount cartridge fuel filter element |
| Filter Media | Advanced-efficiency filter media |
| Application | CAT C4.4/C6.6/C7.1-powered excavators, wheel loaders, compactors, and generators |
| Packaging Options | Standard retail box, bulk carton, or private-label packaging available |
Why Source This Fuel Filter from IXIN Filter
We manufacture this 360-8958 fuel filter in our own production facility, with quality control checkpoints from raw material inspection through final pre-shipment testing. If you’re sourcing for a distribution business or fleet, we can provide:
- Sample units for independent testing before a bulk order
- Documentation on OEM cross-reference verification
- Flexible MOQ and private-label packaging options
- Consistent batch-to-batch quality for repeat orders
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the 360-8958 the same as the 360-8960? They’re closely related and commonly sold together as a fuel filter assembly, but they are technically distinct part numbers within the same assembly. Confirm which specific element your machine requires before ordering.
Is this a spin-on filter or a cartridge element? This is a flange-mount cartridge element, designed to install into a reusable filter head rather than screw on and off directly like a spin-on filter.
Why does this filter fit so many different equipment types? The 360-8958 is used across CAT’s C4.4, C6.6, and C7.1 engine platforms, which are shared across a wide range of excavators, wheel loaders, compactors, and generator sets — the filter’s broad application range reflects how widely these engine platforms are used across CAT’s product lineup, not a lack of specificity in the filter itself.
Do you offer samples before a bulk order? Yes. We recommend requesting a sample for independent testing before committing to a bulk order, especially for first-time buyers.
Ready to order or request a sample? Contact IXIN Filter for pricing, MOQ, and lead time on the 360-8958 fuel filter.
