281GCFJR-B5XD Chelsea PTO Assembly

The Chelsea 281 Series Power Take-Off, part number 281GCFJR-B5XD or 281GCFJRB5XD, is a hydraulically shifted (PowerShift) hot-shift PTO designed for automatic transmissions with a 10-bolt aperture, commonly used on Allison and Caterpillar transmissions. This series delivers a single, continuous duty torque rating and offers nine speed ratios covering both low and high speeds. The ductile iron bearing cap is 117% stronger than gray iron, and an O-ring sealing configuration between the housing and bearing cap improves clamp load and reduces the damaging vibrational effects of modern engine designs. The clutch pack uses steel discs that are 80% thicker than the predecessor 280 Series, resisting premature tooth wear. Rotatable cast-iron flanges reduce interference clearance issues, and a Positive Stop for driveline outputs eliminates oil seal damage from coupling. A Wet Spline Lubrication option provides 7 to 10 times greater shaft life. SmartStart reduces shock load at start-up for select applications, and the optional Electronic Overspeed Control (EOC) protects driven equipment. Common markets include fire and rescue, truck cranes, pumper cleaner, and refuse applications. Call us to confirm proper fit for your transmission and application.

Features

Hydraulic PowerShift (hot-shift) operation for use with automatic transmissions
10-bolt aperture mounting, compatible with Allison and Caterpillar transmissions
Ductile iron bearing cap rated 117% stronger than gray iron
Enhanced clutch pack with steel discs 80% thicker than the predecessor 280 Series
Nine speed ratios including low and high speeds
Wet Spline Lubrication option delivers 7 to 10 times greater shaft life
SmartStart feature reduces shock load at start-up for select applications
Electronic Overspeed Control (EOC) protects driven equipment
Rotatable cast-iron flanges reduce pump clearance interference
Positive Stop for driveline outputs eliminates oil seal damage from coupling

Tech Specs

• Shift Type: Hydraulic PowerShift (hot-shift)
• Mounting Type: 10-Bolt
• Compatible Transmissions: Allison automatic transmissions (10-bolt aperture)
• Continuous Torque Rating (series): 390 lb-ft (529 Nm)
• Speed Ratios: Nine ratios including low and high speeds
• Lubrication Options: Pressure Lube (P) or Wet Spline (W)
• Output Types: SAE B Pump Flange, SAE C Pump Flange, ISO 7652 Pump Flange, Driveline
• Continuous Operation: Yes
• SmartStart: Available for select applications
• Electronic Overspeed Control (EOC): Available

Additional Information

The 281 Series is an evolution of Chelsea's top-selling 280 Series PTO, engineered specifically to address the vibrational demands of modern and future engine designs. Reference documents for this series include the 281/288 Series Parts List (HY25-2281-M1/US) and the 267/281/288/871/878 Series Owner's Manual, available from Parker Chelsea.

Parts manual and diagrams: Chelsea 281 Series PTO parts list with prices