The Chelsea 272RDKUP-G3XD is a 6-bolt hot shift power take-off from the Chelsea 272 Series, a medium-duty PTO platform that consolidates the earlier 230, 231, 236, 238, 270, and 271 series into a single, unified design. The 272 Series supports intermittent torque up to 300 lb-ft and is available with either pneumatic or hydraulic shift, with an integral air control valve included. Output shaft options across the series span 1-inch round shaft with 1/4-inch key and 1-1/4-inch round shaft with 5/16-inch key. Applications in this series cover aerial, construction equipment, water trucks, and towing and recovery. Sold by Pro Gear and Transmission.
Features
Chelsea 272 Series 6-bolt hot shift power take-off
Intermittent torque capacity up to 300 lb-ft (401-500 Nm)
Pneumatic or hydraulic shift with integral air control valve
Round shaft output: 1 in. with 1/4 in. key or 1-1/4 in. with 5/16 in. key
Smart-Start option available for high-torque start-up conditions
Wet-Spline option for extended PTO and pump shaft service life
Tech Specs
- Mounting Type: 6-Bolt
- Shift Type: Pneumatic or Hydraulic
- Intermittent Torque: 201-300 lb-ft (401-500 Nm)
- Output Shaft: Round Shaft 1 in. with 1/4 in. key; Round Shaft 1-1/4 in. with 5/16 in. key
- Output Power: 56+ HP (41-50 kW)
- Lubricant Options: No Pressure Lube (X), Pressure Lube (P), Wet Spline (W)
Additional Information
The 272 Series consolidates six earlier Chelsea PTO series (230, 231, 236, 238, 270, and 271) into one platform. It offers nine speed ratios and eighteen shift options, making it one of the most configurable medium-duty hot shift PTOs available. Typical market applications include aerial lifts, construction equipment, water trucks, and towing and recovery vehicles. The series supports both direct-mount and driveshaft outputs; direct-mount configurations can include the optional Wet-Spline feature for longer service life, while driveshaft output models may include Smart-Start for demanding high-torque engagement conditions.Parts Manual: Chelsea 272 Series PTO Parts Manual (PDF) — exploded views, item numbers and the full parts breakdown for this series.
