Features
10-bolt mounting aperture for Allison and Caterpillar automatic transmissions
Hydraulic PowerShift (hot-shift) operation supports continuous-duty use
Ductile iron bearing cap - 117% stronger than gray iron predecessor
Enhanced clutch pack with 80% thicker steel discs to resist premature tooth wear
O-ring sealing configuration between housing and bearing cap reduces vibration effects and improves clamp load
Nine speed ratios including low and high speeds; Wet Spline Lubrication option extends shaft life 7 to 10 times
Electronic Overspeed Control (EOC) protects driven equipment; SmartStart option reduces shock load at startup
Tech Specs
- Mounting Type: 10-Bolt
- Shift Type: Hydraulic PowerShift (hot-shift)
- Continuous Operation: Yes
- Continuous Torque Rating: 390 lb-ft (529 Nm) - verify actual rating on application pages
- Output Power: 56+ HP (51+ kW)
- Shaft Power: 37 HP at 500 RPM / 74 HP at 1000 RPM (28 kW at 500 RPM / 55 kW at 1000 RPM)
- Transmission Compatibility: Allison and Caterpillar automatic transmissions
- Output Types: 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
- Lubrication: Pressure Lube (P) or Wet Spline (W) option
- Speed Ratios: Nine (low and high range included)
- Market Applications: Fire and Rescue, Truck Cranes, Pumper/Cleaner, Refuse
Additional Information
Parts Manual: Chelsea 281 Series PTO Parts Manual (PDF) — exploded views, item numbers and the full parts breakdown for this series.
