{"product_id":"performance-air-filter-for-mercedes-amg-gt-c190-r190-fb870-20","title":"Performance Air Filter for Mercedes-AMG GT C190 \/ R190 4.0 V8 (2014-2026)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHigh-Flow BMC Drop-In Air Filter for Mercedes Benz AMG GT (C190 \/ R190)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e The BMC performance air filter replaces the restrictive factory paper filter on the Mercedes Benz AMG GT to reduce intake pressure drop and improve throttle response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Mercedes Benz AMG GT Intake Restriction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactory cellulose paper air filters are engineered around low production costs rather than laminar airflow dynamics. Under elevated boost levels, the dense paper media inside the \u003cstrong\u003eM178\u003c\/strong\u003e twin-turbo intake system creates parasitic pumping losses and accelerates airflow starvation. Furthermore, standard paper elements degrade rapidly when exposed to humidity and fine road particulate, leading to progressive airflow degradation and premature turbocharger spool lag.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBMC engineered this drop-in replacement utilizing multi-layered oiled cotton gauze encased in an epoxy-coated alloy mesh. This configuration provides filtration down to 7 microns while substantially increasing volumetric airflow into the twin-turbocharged system. The frame is manufactured using a specialized one-piece \"Full Moulding\" process with high-grade polyurethane, eliminating weak glued joints that can fail under thermal cycling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe filter drops directly into the OEM \u003cstrong\u003eC190\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eR190\u003c\/strong\u003e airboxes without altering factory intake ducting or sensor scaling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFilters per kit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 (2 required)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e307mm x 209mm panel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBMC FB870\/20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility \u0026amp; OEM Reference\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFits the following vehicles (BMC fitment data):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMercedes GT (C190,R190) AMG GT 4.0 V8 [2 Filters Required] (462 HP) | 2014-2016\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMercedes GT (C190,R190) AMG GT 4.0 V8 [2 Filters Required] (476 HP) | 2017+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMercedes GT (C190,R190) AMG GT 4.0 V8 Black Series [2 Filters Required] (730 HP) | 2020+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMercedes GT (C190,R190) AMG GT 4.0 V8 C [2 Filters Required] (557 HP) | 2017+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMercedes GT (C190,R190) AMG GT 4.0 V8 C Edition 50 [2 Filters Required] (557 HP) | 2017+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMercedes GT (C190,R190) AMG GT 4.0 V8 C Roadster [2 Filters Required] (557 HP) | 2017+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMercedes GT (C190,R190) AMG GT 4.0 V8 R [2 Filters Required] (585 HP) | 2017+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMercedes GT (C190,R190) AMG GT 4.0 V8 Roadster [2 Filters Required] (476 HP) | 2017+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMercedes GT (C190,R190) AMG GT 4.0 V8 S [2 Filters Required] (510 HP) | 2014-2016\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMercedes GT (C190,R190) AMG GT 4.0 V8 S [2 Filters Required] (522 HP) | 2017+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBMC marks these applications as [2 Filters Required]; each package contains 1 filter, so order 2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOEM Cross Reference (BMC):\u003c\/strong\u003e MERCEDES-BENZ 1780940004, MERCEDES-BENZ A1780940004\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions \u0026amp; Fitment Warnings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes this fit the C190 \/ R190 AMG GT?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this is a direct fit for the Mercedes Benz AMG GT equipped with the \u003cstrong\u003eM178\u003c\/strong\u003e engine. \u003cstrong\u003eBMC marks every AMG GT application as 2 filters required; each package contains 1 filter, so order 2.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes this filter require an ECU tune or cause a Check Engine Light?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, this drop-in replacement operates strictly within factory mass airflow sensor tolerances, requiring zero software calibration and causing no CEL warnings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Mercedes Benz Precision Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered to Euro performance standards, this filter delivers factory-level seal integrity and zero check-engine light reliability while matching the strict thermal demands of the AMG bi-turbo V8 platform.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BMC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67576547410168,"sku":"DS-FB870\/20","price":86.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/performance-air-filter-for-mercedes-amg-gt-c190-r190-fb870-20-1.jpg?v=1791226208","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/products\/performance-air-filter-for-mercedes-amg-gt-c190-r190-fb870-20","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}