Features
Ductile Iron Bearing Cap: 117% stronger than gray iron compared to the predecessor 280 Series cap
O-Ring Seal Configuration: reduces vibrational effects between housing and bearing cap and improves clamp load
Enhanced Clutch Pack: steel discs are 80% thicker to resist premature tooth wear
Nine Speed Ratios: covers both low- and high-speed output needs
Wet Spline Lubrication Option: provides 7 to 10 times greater shaft service life
Electronic Overspeed Control (EOC) with SmartStart: EOC protects driven equipment; SmartStart reduces shock load at engagement
Tech Specs
- Mounting Type: 10-Bolt
- Shift Type: PowerShift (Hydraulic) Hot Shift
- Compatible Transmission Type: Allison automatic transmissions (10-bolt aperture)
- Continuous Torque (Series): 390 lb-ft (529 Nm) - verify actual rating on application page
- Output Types Available: SAE B Pump Flange, SAE C Pump Flange, ISO 7652 Pump Flange, Driveline
- Lubrication: Pressure Lube or Wet Spline options
- Speed Ratios: 9 (including low and high)
Additional Information
Parts Manual: Chelsea 281 Series PTO Parts Manual (PDF) — exploded views, item numbers and the full parts breakdown for this series.
