The Multiquip 17218Z1C780 Outer Filter is a genuine OEM part designed for MVH208GH, MVH308GH, MVH408GH, and MVH508GH reversible plate compactors. Sourced directly from Multiquip, this filter meets the original equipment specification for the GX390UT2SCM Honda engine found across the MVH heavy-duty reversible plate compactor series. Keeping the air intake clean is critical on compaction equipment operating in dusty, debris-heavy environments, and this is the correct OEM part to do it.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Filtration Media — manufactured to the exact porosity and dimensional spec of the original Honda GX390UT2SCM outer filter, ensuring no unfiltered air bypasses the element.
- Direct Drop-In Replacement — seats into the factory airbox housing without modification, restoring the complete two-stage air filtration system on your MVH series compactor.
- Confirmed Fitment for MVH Series Compactors — verified for MVH208GH, MVH308GH, MVH408GH, and MVH508GH reversible plate compactors powered by the GX390UT2SCM engine.
- Protects Engine Longevity — the outer filter is the first line of defense against abrasive dust and grit; a worn or clogged element accelerates cylinder wear and leads to power loss and premature engine failure.
- Fuel Efficiency Maintained — a clean outer filter supports the correct air-to-fuel ratio, helping the engine run at full power without excessive fuel consumption or rough running.
The outer filter is the primary stage of a two-part air filtration system on Honda GX390-powered equipment. It wraps around the inner filter element and captures coarse dust, debris, and particles before they can reach the carburetor and engine internals. On plate compactors working in dirt, sand, and aggregate, this filter works under constant contamination load — a blocked or degraded outer filter starves the engine of air, causing rough idle, reduced compaction force, and increased wear. Regular inspection and timely replacement of 17218Z1C780 keeps the engine breathing correctly and performing at full output.
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Part Details
| Part Number | 17218Z1C780 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Multiquip |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Outer Filter |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model |
|---|---|
| Plate Compactors | MVH308GH |
| Plate Compactors | MVH408GH |
| Plate Compactors | MVH208GH |
| Plate Compactors | MVH508GH |
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