Features
Chelsea 281 Series hydraulic hot-shift (PowerShift) PTO, 10-bolt mounting aperture
Ductile iron bearing cap, 117% stronger than gray iron bearing caps
O-ring sealing configuration between housing and bearing cap improves clamp load and resists vibrational effects
Enhanced clutch pack: steel discs 80% thicker than the predecessor 280 Series to resist premature tooth wear
Nine speed ratios 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
Positive stop for driveline outputs eliminates oil seal damage from coupling
Tech Specs
- Mounting Type: 10-Bolt
- Shift Type: PowerShift (Hydraulic Hot-Shift)
- Transmission Compatibility: Allison automatic transmissions (10-bolt aperture)
- Continuous Operation: Yes
- Continuous Torque Rating: 390 lb-ft (529 Nm) - series rating; confirm actual application torque
- Output Types Available: SAE B Pump Flange, SAE C Pump Flange, ISO 7652 Pump Flange, Driveline
- Output Shaft Options: 1-1/4" round with 5/16" key (SmartStart), 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
- Shaft Power: 37 HP at 500 RPM, 74 HP at 1,000 RPM
- Speed Ratios: Nine ratios, including low and high speeds
- Lubrication: Pressure lube and wet spline options available
- Markets: Fire and Rescue, Truck Cranes, Pumper/Cleaner, Refuse
Additional Information

The Chelsea 281 Series PTO is designed for demanding continuous-duty vocational applications including fire and rescue, refuse, pumper/cleaner, and truck crane service. The series replaces and improves upon the 280 Series platform. Supporting documents include the 281/288 Series Parts List (HY25-2281-M1/US) and the 267/281/288/871/878 Series Owner's Manual. Part number 281GGKVP-B5SV is sold individually. Contact Pro Gear and Transmission to verify the correct PTO configuration for your specific transmission model and driven equipment.
Parts Manual: Chelsea 281 Series PTO Parts Manual (PDF) — exploded views, item numbers and the full parts breakdown for this series.
