Description
Overview:
This Genuine Kohler pre-filter (OEM No. 16 083 05-S) is a foam air intake element that helps protect your engine by trapping larger particles before they reach the main air filter. Made from durable open-cell foam, it supports clean airflow, reduces wear, and helps maintain steady performance between full services. Designed specifically for Kohler KT715 and KT740 engines, it matches the factory airbox for a reliable fit and seal. The pre-filter is a simple, low-cost item that plays a key role in day-to-day running, especially in dusty or grassy environments common to garden and light construction machinery. As a genuine part, it offers consistent quality and compatibility, helping you keep equipment dependable and easier to maintain.
Key Features:
- Genuine Kohler part for assured fit and performance (OEM 16 083 05-S)
- Open-cell foam construction captures grass chaff, dust, and debris before the primary filter
- Helps extend the life of the main air filter and engine components
- Sized to suit the KT715 and KT740 intake housing for a secure, correct fit
- Straightforward to fit and remove during routine servicing
- Robust foam material for repeated use under typical operating conditions
- Supports stable airflow to maintain engine efficiency over longer intervals
- Direct replacement for OEM No. 16 083 05-S, avoiding guesswork on compatibility
Typical Applications:
Used on lawn tractors, zero‐turn mowers, and other turf or light site equipment powered by the listed Kohler engines. Suited to grounds maintenance, landscaping, estate management, and light construction tasks where airborne debris is common. Ideal for routine servicing to keep intake systems clean and engines running smoothly.
Also known as:
Foam air pre-cleaner, air intake foam sleeve, air filter pre-cleaner element, outer air filter wrap, pre-cleaner foam, air intake pre-cleaner, filter wrap, foam intake element.
Fits Models:
EKT740, EKT750, KT715, KT740
Alternate Part Numbers:
16 083 05S, 1608305-S, 1608305S
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 16 083 05-S |
|---|---|
| Part Type | Genuine Part |
| Manufacturer | Kohler |
| OEM No. | 16 083 05- |
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Machine Type | Engines |
| Fits Brands | Kohler |
| Key Features | - Genuine Kohler part, OEM No. 16 083 05-S - Open-cell foam traps dust and debris - Fits Kohler KT715 and KT740 engines - Supports stable airflow for engine efficiency - Easy to fit and remove for servicing |
| Fits Models | KT715 | KT740 | EKT740 | EKT750 |

