Features
Ductile iron bearing cap, 117% stronger than gray iron, for reduced vibrational fatigue
Enhanced clutch pack with steel discs 80% thicker than the previous 280 Series design
O-ring sealing configuration between housing and bearing cap improves clamp load
Nine speed ratios including low and high speeds
Positive Stop on driveline outputs eliminates oil seal damage from coupling
Electronic Overspeed Control (EOC) protects driven equipment; SmartStart option reduces shock load at engagement
Tech Specs
- Mounting: 10-Bolt aperture
- Shift Type: PowerShift (Hydraulic) hot shift
- Compatible Transmissions: Allison and Caterpillar automatic transmissions
- Continuous Torque Rating: 390 lb-ft (529 Nm) - verify actual rating on application page
- Output Options: SAE B pump flange, SAE C pump flange, ISO 7652 pump flange, driveline
- Speed Ratios: Nine ratios, including low and high speeds
- Lubrication: Pressure lube or Wet Spline option (7-10x greater shaft life)
- SmartStart: Available for shock-load reduction at start-up
- Electronic Overspeed Control (EOC): Included
Additional Information

The Chelsea 281 Series is suited for fire and rescue apparatus, truck cranes, pumper cleaners, and refuse vehicles. The hose is included with this assembly. Applicable Parker Chelsea documents include the 281/288 Series Parts List (HY25-2281-M1/US) and the 267/281/288/871/878 Series Owner's Manual.
Parts Manual: Chelsea 281 Series PTO Parts Manual (PDF) — exploded views, item numbers and the full parts breakdown for this series.
