Features
Hydraulic (PowerShift) hot-shift operation for use on automatic transmissions with 10-bolt aperture
Ductile iron bearing cap - 117% stronger than gray iron versus the predecessor 280 Series design
Enhanced clutch pack with steel discs 80% thicker than the prior generation to resist premature tooth wear
O-ring sealing configuration between housing and bearing cap to reduce vibrational effects and improve clamp load
Nine speed ratios including low and high speeds; continuous duty rated at 390 lb-ft torque
Wet spline lubrication option provides 7 to 10 times greater shaft life; SmartStart reduces shock load at start-up
Electronic Overspeed Control (EOC) protects driven equipment; positive stop for driveline outputs eliminates oil seal damage from coupling
Tech Specs
- Mounting Type: 10-Bolt aperture (Allison and Caterpillar automatic transmissions)
- Shift Type: PowerShift - Hydraulic (hot shift)
- Continuous Torque: 390 lb-ft (529 Nm) - check application pages for actual torque rating
- Intermittent Torque: 301 to 400 lb-ft (501+ Nm)
- Output Power: 56+ HP (51+ kW)
- Shaft Power: 37 HP at 500 RPM / 74 HP at 1000 RPM (28 kW at 500 RPM / 55 kW at 1000 RPM)
- Speed Ratios: Nine ratios including low and high speeds
- Continuous Operation: Yes
- Output Types: SAE B Pump Flange, SAE C Pump Flange, ISO 7652 Pump Flange, Driveline
- Output Shaft Options: SmartStart round shaft (1-1/4 in. with 5/16 in. key), 3/4 in. 11-tooth pump spline, SAE B 7/8 in. 13-tooth pump spline, SAE C 1-1/4 in. 14-tooth pump spline, DIN 5462 pump spline, 1410 companion flange, DIN 120 flange, DIN 100 flange
- Lubrication: Pressure lube or wet spline option
Additional Information

The Chelsea 281 Series is the direct evolution of the top-selling 280 Series PTO, with targeted upgrades addressing vibrational stress from modern and future engine designs. Markets served include fire and rescue, truck cranes, pumper cleaner, and refuse trucks. Applicable Parker Chelsea reference documents include the 281/288 Series Parts List (HY25-2281-M1/US), the 267/281/288/871/878 Series Owner's Manual, and the 281 Series Sales Literature. Cross-reference: also referenced as SP281GCFJP-G8RK.
Parts Manual: Chelsea 281 Series PTO Parts Manual (PDF) — exploded views, item numbers and the full parts breakdown for this series.
