Features
Hydraulic PowerShift (hot-shift) operation - engages under load on compatible Allison and Caterpillar automatic transmissions
Ductile iron bearing cap - 117% stronger than gray iron for improved durability under vibration
O-ring sealing configuration between housing and bearing cap - improves clamp load and reduces vibrational wear
80% thicker steel disks in the clutch pack - resists premature tooth wear
Nine speed ratios available, covering both low and high speed ranges
Wet Spline Lubrication option - provides 7 to 10 times greater shaft life
Electronic Overspeed Control (EOC) - protects driven equipment from overspeed damage
SmartStart feature - reduces shock load at start-up on compatible applications
Rotatable cast-iron flanges - minimize pump clearance interference issues
Positive Stop for driveline outputs - prevents oil seal damage from coupling
Tech Specs
- Mounting Type: 10-Bolt
- Shift Type: PowerShift (Hydraulic Hot-Shift)
- Compatible Transmissions: Allison and Caterpillar automatic transmissions (10-bolt aperture)
- 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
- Lubrication Options: Pressure Lube (P), Wet Spline (W)
- Series Continuous Torque Rating: 390 lb-ft (529 Nm) - check application data for actual rating
- Series Intermittent Torque Range: 301 to 400 lb-ft (501+ Nm)
- Series Output Power: 56+ HP (51+ kW)
- Series Shaft Power: 37 HP at 500 RPM, 74 HP at 1000 RPM
- Part Number: 281GDKVP-B3XD or 281GDKVPB3XD
Additional Information

The Chelsea 281 Series is designed for demanding duty cycles in fire and rescue, refuse, truck crane, and pumper-cleaner applications. The 281 Series PTO assembly mounts via a 10-bolt aperture and supports multiple output configurations including SAE B, SAE C, and ISO 7652 pump flanges as well as driveline output. 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. Not sure this is the right PTO for your transmission? Give us a call.
Parts Manual: Chelsea 281 Series PTO Parts Manual (PDF) — exploded views, item numbers and the full parts breakdown for this series.
