Features
10-bolt mounting aperture for Allison and Caterpillar automatic transmissions
Hydraulic PowerShift (hot-shift) operation for on-the-go engagement
Ductile iron bearing cap rated 117% stronger than gray iron predecessor
O-ring sealing between housing and bearing cap improves clamp load and resists vibration
Clutch pack steel discs are 80% thicker than 280 Series for reduced tooth wear
Nine speed ratios including low and high speeds; Wet Spline Lubrication option extends shaft life 7 to 10 times
Electronic Overspeed Control (EOC) and SmartStart protect driven equipment and reduce start-up shock load
Tech Specs
- Mounting Type: 10-Bolt
- Shift Type: Hydraulic (PowerShift / Hot-Shift)
- Compatible Transmissions: Allison and Caterpillar automatics (10-bolt aperture)
- Continuous Operation: Yes
- Speed Ratios: Nine (includes low and high speeds)
- Clutch Pack: Steel discs 80% thicker than 280 Series
- Bearing Cap: Ductile iron, 117% stronger than gray iron
- Seal Type: O-ring configuration between housing and bearing cap
- Wet Spline Lubrication: Optional (7 to 10 times greater shaft life)
- Output Types: SAE B pump flange, SAE C pump flange, ISO 7652 pump flange, driveline
- Electronic Overspeed Control (EOC): Included
- SmartStart: Available for applicable configurations
- Hose: Included
Additional Information
Parts Manual: Chelsea 281 Series PTO Parts Manual (PDF) — exploded views, item numbers and the full parts breakdown for this series.
