Description
WIX 51971 spin-on full-flow lube oil filter for Detroit Diesel Series 60 (12.7L and 14L) engines. Direct replacement for Detroit Diesel 23530573 (and predecessors 23524251, 23527033, 25014504) and crosses to Fleetguard LF3620, Baldwin B495, Donaldson P552100, and Motorcraft FL1994. Series 60 engines run two oil filters at every service interval — this is one filter, order quantity 2 for a complete change.
Specifications
| Manufacturer | WIX |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 51971 |
| UPC | 765809519718 |
| Part Type | Spin-On Full-Flow Lube Filter |
| Engine Compatibility | Detroit Diesel Series 60 (12.7L, 14L) |
| Media | Enhanced cellulose |
| Height | 10.345 in (263 mm) |
| Outer Diameter (Top) | 4.658 in (118 mm) |
| Thread Size | 1-5/8 in – 12 UN |
| Bottom End | Closed |
| By-Pass Valve | None |
| Burst Pressure | 310 psi |
| Max Flow Rate | 28-32 GPM |
| Nominal Micron Rating | 17 |
| Beta Ratio | 2/20 = 2/22 |
| Quantity Per Service | 2 filters |
Cross References
This filter replaces or is equivalent to the following part numbers:
- Detroit Diesel: 23530573 (current), 23524251, 23527033, 25014504
- Fleetguard: LF3620
- Baldwin: B495
- Donaldson: P552100
- Luber-finer: LFP2160
- Motorcraft: FL1994
- NapaGold: 1971
- GMC: 23518480, 25014505, 25014507
- Kohler: 343445
- Prevost: 510458
- Agco: 72526443
- Atlas Copco: 2914806700, 5541762100
- Terex / Terex Advance: 15504036
- Tamrock: 4521030
- Orenstein & Koppel: 8024609
Applications
This oil filter fits the following engines:
- Detroit Diesel Series 60 12.7L (1987-2007)
- Detroit Diesel Series 60 14L (2001-2011)
- Detroit Diesel Series 60 11.1L (1987-1995)
Representative chassis using these engines:
- Freightliner FLD, Classic, Century, Columbia (1987-2011, Series 60-equipped)
- Western Star 4900, 5900 (1987-2011, Series 60-equipped)
- Sterling A9500, AT9500 (1998-2009)
- Prevost coaches (Detroit-powered)
- Various off-highway equipment with Series 60 industrial / generator configurations
Verify your Detroit Diesel ESN and oil filter housing configuration before ordering. Series 60 engines use two of these filters per service.









