Features
10-bolt mounting pattern for Allison and Caterpillar automatic transmissions
Hydraulic PowerShift (hot-shift) operation for engagement under load
Ductile iron bearing cap, 117% stronger than gray iron predecessor
O-ring seal between housing and bearing cap improves clamp load and resists vibration
80% thicker clutch pack steel disks to reduce premature tooth wear
Nine speed ratios including low and high speeds
Wet spline lubrication option provides 7 to 10 times greater shaft life
Electronic Overspeed Control (EOC) and SmartStart shock-load reduction available
Hose included - no separate hose order required
Tech Specs
- Mounting: 10-Bolt
- Shift Type: Hydraulic PowerShift (hot-shift)
- Continuous Torque: 390 lb-ft (529 Nm)
- Compatible Transmissions: Allison, Caterpillar (10-bolt aperture)
- Speed Ratios: Nine, including low and high
- Output Types: SAE B Pump Flange, SAE C Pump Flange, ISO 7652 Pump Flange, Driveline
- Lubrication: Pressure Lube or Wet Spline options
- Series: Chelsea 281 (evolution of 280 Series)
Additional Information

The 281 Series is suited for demanding markets including fire and rescue, truck cranes, pumper cleaner, and refuse applications. Reference documents for this series include the 281/288 Series Parts List (HY25-2281-M1/US) and the 267/281/288/871/878 Series Owner's Manual. The part number 281GPFJP-B5RF is also referenced as SP281GPFJP-B5RF in certain catalog listings.
Parts Manual: Chelsea 281 Series PTO Parts Manual (PDF) — exploded views, item numbers and the full parts breakdown for this series.
