Features
10-bolt mounting aperture for Allison and Caterpillar automatic transmissions
Hydraulic PowerShift (hot-shift) engagement; rated for continuous operation
Series continuous torque rating up to 390 lb-ft (529 Nm)
Ductile iron bearing cap, 117% stronger than gray iron; o-ring seal between housing and bearing cap
80% thicker clutch-pack steel discs to reduce premature tooth wear
Nine speed ratios including low and high speeds; Wet Spline Lubrication option for up to 10x greater shaft life
SmartStart reduces start-up shock load; Electronic Overspeed Control (EOC) protects driven equipment
Tech Specs
- Mounting: 10-Bolt aperture
- Shift Type: Hydraulic PowerShift (hot-shift)
- Continuous Operation: Yes
- Series Continuous Torque: 390 lb-ft (529 Nm)
- Transmission Compatibility: Allison and Caterpillar automatic transmissions
- 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
- Lubrication: Pressure Lube or Wet Spline options
- Speed Ratios: Nine (low and high ranges)
- Output Power: 56+ HP (51+ kW)
- Shaft Power: 37 HP at 500 RPM, 74 HP at 1000 RPM
- Typical Markets: Fire and Rescue, Truck Cranes, Pumper Cleaner, Refuse
Additional Information
Parts Manual: Chelsea 281 Series PTO Parts Manual (PDF) — exploded views, item numbers and the full parts breakdown for this series.
