Features
Ductile Iron Bearing Cap - 117% stronger than gray iron, evolved from the 280 Series design
Enhanced Clutch Pack - steel discs increased 80% in thickness to resist premature tooth wear
Improved O-ring Seal - sealing configuration between housing and bearing cap improves clamp load and resists vibration
Nine Speed Ratios - includes both low and high-speed selections
Wet Spline Lubrication Option - provides 7 to 10 times greater shaft life
Electronic Overspeed Control (EOC) - protects driven equipment from overspeed damage
SmartStart - reduces shock load at engagement for compatible applications
Rotatable Cast Iron Flanges - reduce interference fit issues and improve pump clearance
Positive Stop for Driveline Outputs - eliminates oil seal damage from coupling
Tech Specs
- Mounting Type: 10-Bolt
- Shift Type: PowerShift (Hydraulic Hot-Shift)
- Compatible Transmissions: Allison and Caterpillar automatics (10-bolt aperture)
- Continuous Torque: 390 lb-ft (529 Nm)
- Speed Ratios: Nine ratios, including low and high speeds
- Output Power: 56+ HP (51+ kW)
- Shaft Power: 37 HP at 500 RPM / 74 HP at 1000 RPM
- Output Types: SAE B Pump Flange, SAE C Pump Flange, ISO 7652 Pump Flange, Driveline
- Lubrication: Pressure Lube (P) or Wet Spline (W) option
- 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.
