Mercury – Cylindrical Air Filter | OptiMax / Pro XS Series | High-Flow Composite | 880084T01

Overview
When you run a high-performance outboard, clean air is everything. It is the difference between a motor that breathes freely and one that feels choked the moment you push the throttle forward. The Mercury 880084T01 Cylindrical Air Filter is one of those parts you do not think much about—until you feel how smoothly your engine responds with a fresh one in place. Whether you are blasting across open water at sunrise or easing into a quiet no-wake zone after a long day, this filter brings back that easy, confident power you expect from a Mercury OptiMax.

Key Features

• Designed to provide clean, unrestricted airflow for Mercury 200–250 horsepower 3.0-liter DFI, DTS, Pro XS, and OptiMax outboards

• Cylindrical high-flow media captures airborne debris before it reaches the engine

• Compatible with 250 horsepower DFI/M2 JetDrive and SportJet engines

• Built to Mercury Marine’s original equipment filtration standards

• Simple installation using common tools—no special procedures required

Engine & Boat Compatibility
This Mercury air filter fits a range of high-output and performance-focused engines, including:

• 200–250 horsepower Mercury OptiMax outboards

• 200–250 horsepower Pro XS 2-stroke models

• 3.0-liter Direct Fuel Injection (DFI) Mercury systems

• DTS-equipped models within this horsepower range

• 250 horsepower DFI/M2 JetDrive and SportJet powerplants

Commonly found on:

• Tournament bass boats

• Bay boats and coastal center consoles

• Jet-drive performance craft

• Heavy-loaded multi-purpose fishing rigs

Performance & Practical Benefits
You can feel the difference a clean air filter makes almost instantly. Throttle response sharpens, idle settles into a smoother rhythm, and the engine breathes with a steady, confident pull. The 880084T01 does all this by keeping fine dust, salt spray residue, and airborne debris from getting into the intake.

Its cylindrical design creates a large filtering surface area, giving your engine unrestricted airflow even as the hours add up. The filter seats tightly and securely, resisting vibration and moisture—something every OptiMax owner knows the importance of. Maintenance is quick and straightforward, so you will spend less time in the garage and more time on the water.

Out on open water, it translates to a cleaner burn, steadier acceleration, and the kind of reliability that keeps your mind free from second-guessing. When the wind is right and the lake is wide open, you just want to focus on the run—not your air filter.

Why Buy OEM
If your outboard has earned your trust, it is worth giving it parts designed by the same engineers who built it.

• OEM Mercury filters deliver precise airflow needed for DFI and OptiMax systems

• Designed for marine environments—heat, humidity, and constant vibration

• Protects expensive components by keeping contaminants out of sensitive intake areas

• Fits exactly as intended with no trimming, adjusting, or guesswork

• Provides long-term value and dependable performance on every trip

It is honest, straightforward advice: stick with OEM, and your outboard will reward you with fewer problems and more good days on the water.

FAQ

Q1: Which engines does the 880084T01 Cylindrical Air Filter fit?
It fits select Mercury 200–250 horsepower 2-stroke OptiMax, Pro XS, DFI, DTS, and SportJet engines, including the 250 horsepower DFI/M2 JetDrive.

Q2: What makes this filter different from aftermarket options?
OEM Mercury filters match the exact airflow and sealing requirements of high-performance 3.0-liter outboards, something generic replacements often get wrong.

Q3: How do I confirm this is the right filter for my engine?
Check your owner’s or service manual, or match your engine model and horsepower with the compatibility list above.

Q4: Can it be used in both saltwater and freshwater conditions?
Absolutely. It is designed for harsh marine environments, regardless of where you run your boat.

Q5: Is installation simple for most owners?
Yes. Common hand tools are all you need, and the filter seats cleanly without complicated steps