Features
Ductile Iron Bearing Cap - 117% stronger than gray iron compared to the predecessor 280 Series
O-ring sealing configuration between housing and bearing cap reduces vibrational effects and improves clamp load
Enhanced Clutch Pack - steel discs are 80% thicker to resist premature tooth wear
Nine speed ratios available, including low and high-speed ranges
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
Rotatable cast-iron flanges reduce interference issues; Positive Stop for driveline outputs eliminates oil seal damage from coupling
Tech Specs
- Mounting Type: 10-Bolt
- Shift Type: PowerShift (Hydraulic)
- Transmission Compatibility: Allison and Caterpillar automatic transmissions
- Continuous Torque (Series Rating): 390 lb-ft (529 Nm) - verify actual rating on application page
- Output Power (Series): 56+ HP (51+ kW)
- Shaft Power: 37 HP at 500 RPM / 74 HP at 1000 RPM
- Speed Ratios: 9 (including low and high)
- Lubricant: Pressure Lube or Wet Spline options
- Continuous Operation: Yes
Additional Information
Parts Manual: Chelsea 281 Series PTO Parts Manual (PDF) — exploded views, item numbers and the full parts breakdown for this series.
