Features
Hydraulic PowerShift (hot-shift) operation for automatic transmissions with 10-bolt aperture
Ductile iron bearing cap, 117% stronger than gray iron
Clutch pack steel discs 80% thicker than the predecessor 280 Series for reduced tooth wear
O-ring sealing configuration between housing and bearing cap improves clamp load and resists vibration
Nine speed ratios including low and high speeds; series continuous torque rating of 390 lb-ft (529 Nm)
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
Tech Specs
- Mounting Type: 10-Bolt
- Shift Type: Hydraulic PowerShift (Hot-Shift)
- Compatible Transmission Manufacturer: Allison
- Series Continuous Torque Rating: 390 lb-ft (529 Nm)
- Output Power: 56+ HP (51+ kW)
- Shaft Power: 37 HP at 500 RPM / 74 HP at 1000 RPM
- Speed Ratios: Nine (including low and high)
- Output Types: SAE B Pump Flange, SAE C Pump Flange, ISO 7652 Pump Flange, Driveline
- Output Shaft Options: 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, 1410 Companion Flange, SmartStart 1-1/4 in. round shaft with 5/16 in. key
- Lubricant Options: Pressure Lube, Wet Spline
- Continuous Operation: Yes
- Related Series Documents: 281/288 Series Parts List HY25-2281-M1/US; 267/281/288/871/878 Series Owner's Manual
Additional Information
Parts manual and diagrams: Chelsea 281 Series PTO parts list with prices
Matched by full model number. Check the mounting, input gear and output against the unit you are replacing before you order. Look up any Chelsea, Muncie or Bezares number on our Muncie to Chelsea PTO cross reference.

