Features
Hydraulic PowerShift (hot-shift) operation for Allison and Caterpillar 10-bolt automatic transmissions
Ductile iron bearing cap, 117% stronger than gray iron for increased durability
Enhanced clutch pack with 80% thicker steel discs to resist premature tooth wear
O-ring sealing configuration between housing and bearing cap improves clamp load and reduces vibrational effects
Nine speed ratios available, including low and high-speed options
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 Transmissions: Allison and Caterpillar automatic transmissions
- Continuous Torque Rating: 390 lb-ft (529 Nm) - verify actual rating on application pages
- Intermittent Torque: 301-400 lb-ft (501+ Nm)
- Output Power: 56+ HP (51+ kW)
- Shaft Power: 37 HP at 500 RPM / 74 HP at 1,000 RPM
- Speed Ratios: Nine (includes low and high speeds)
- Lubricant Options: Pressure Lube (P) or Wet Spline (W)
- Output Types: SAE B Pump Flange, SAE C Pump Flange, ISO 7652 Pump Flange, Driveline
- Output Shaft Options: SmartStart Round Shaft (1-1/4" - 5/16" Key), 3/4" - 11T Pump Spline, SAE B 7/8" - 13T Pump Spline, SAE C 1-1/4" - 14T Pump Spline, DIN 5462 Pump Spline, 1410 Companion Flange, DIN 120 Flange, DIN 100 Flange
- Continuous Operation: Yes
- Typical Markets: Fire and Rescue, Truck Cranes, Pumper Cleaner, Refuse
Additional Information

The Chelsea 281 Series is an evolution of the top-selling 280 Series PTO, designed for demanding continuous-duty hydraulic applications. Common market applications include fire and rescue apparatus, truck cranes, pumper cleaner trucks, and refuse vehicles. The Positive Stop feature on driveline outputs eliminates oil seal damage from coupling. The hose is included with this assembly. For reference, Parker Chelsea documents covering this series include the 281/288 Series Parts List (HY25-2281-M1/US) and the 267/281/288/871/878 Series Owner's Manual.
Parts Manual: Chelsea 281 Series PTO Parts Manual (PDF) — exploded views, item numbers and the full parts breakdown for this series.
