WIX Filters 51797 Heavy Duty Spin-On Engine Oil / Lube Filter – New Old Stock

For sale is a genuine WIX Filters 51797 Heavy Duty Spin-On Lube / Engine Oil Filter.

This is a heavy-duty full-flow engine lubrication filter designed for various commercial truck, agricultural, tractor, industrial, and equipment applications.

The filter is clearly marked:

WIX FILTERS
51797
OIL FILTER

The original WIX box is also included and is marked 51797.

PART INFORMATION

• Brand: WIX Filters

• Manufacturer Part Number: 51797

• Filter Type: Spin-On Lube / Engine Oil Filter

• Service: Lube / Engine Oil

• Type: Full Flow

• Duty Type: Heavy Duty

• Filter Media: Enhanced Cellulose

• Thread Size: 1-12

• Approximate Height: 7.878 in. / 200 mm

• Approximate Outside Diameter: 3.698 in. / 94 mm

• Nominal Micron Rating: 32 micron

• Bypass Valve Setting: 8–10 PSI

• Anti-Drainback Valve: Yes

• Burst Pressure: 270 PSI

• Maximum Flow Rate: 12–16 GPM

• Country of Manufacture: USA, as marked on the filter

PRINCIPAL APPLICATION

WIX identifies the principal application of the 51797 filter as:

Case / Case-IH, IHC / International Harvester, Navistar Trucks & Tractors

This filter has applications across various heavy-duty trucks, tractors, agricultural equipment, industrial equipment, and related machinery.

Because the WIX 51797 was used across many different applications, please verify compatibility by part number before purchasing.

COMMON CROSS-REFERENCE NUMBERS

Published cross-reference information for WIX 51797 includes numbers such as:

• NAPA Gold 1797

• Baldwin B167

• Fleetguard LF690

• Donaldson P557207

• Luber-Finer LFP880

• FRAM PH3306

• Motorcraft FL305

• MANN W950/14

• Caterpillar 3I1356

• General Motors 25010638

Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm the specifications and application before installation.

CONDITION

New Old Stock / New Open Box.

The actual filter appears unused and has never been installed.

The threaded mounting area, gasket, filter housing, and exterior are shown clearly in the photographs.

The filter may have very minor cosmetic marks from long-term storage and handling.

IMPORTANT: The original cardboard box has significant shelf/storage wear, including creasing, discoloration, edge wear, small tears, and other cosmetic damage.

The packaging condition does not appear to have affected the filter itself.

Please review all photographs carefully. The photographs show the exact filter and box that you will receive and are considered part of the condition description.

FILTER / MOUNTING AREA

The threaded mounting opening and sealing gasket are shown in close-up photographs.

The gasket appears intact, and the mounting threads appear clean with no obvious evidence of previous installation.

Please compare the mounting configuration, thread specification, dimensions, and part number with your existing filter before purchasing.

FITMENT

Due to the large number of possible heavy-duty, agricultural, industrial, and commercial applications, we do not guarantee compatibility based solely on vehicle year/make/model.

Buyer is responsible for confirming fitment.

The safest method is to match:

WIX Part Number: 51797

or verify the specifications/cross-reference number for your particular engine or equipment.

Do not purchase solely based on visual similarity.

WHAT IS INCLUDED

You will receive:

• 1x WIX 51797 Heavy Duty Spin-On Oil Filter

• Original WIX 51797 cardboard box

No additional parts or accessories are included unless specifically shown in the photographs.

PLEASE NOTE

This is older inventory / new old stock. The filter itself appears unused, while the original packaging shows noticeable age and storage wear.

Please inspect all listing photographs carefully before purchasing.

Exact item pictured – exact item you will receive.

Part Number: 51797
Brand: WIX Filters
Type: Heavy Duty Spin-On Lube / Engine Oil Filter