Features
Hydraulic PowerShift (hot shift) operation for automatic transmissions with 10-bolt aperture
Ductile iron bearing cap, 117% stronger than gray iron, for increased durability
O-ring sealing configuration between housing and bearing cap to improve clamp load and reduce vibrational effects
Enhanced clutch pack with steel discs 80% thicker than the previous generation
Nine speed ratios including low and high speeds; continuous duty torque rating
Wet Spline lubrication option extends shaft life 7 to 10 times; SmartStart reduces shock load at start-up; Electronic Overspeed Control (EOC) protects driven equipment
Tech Specs
- Mounting: 10-Bolt aperture
- Shift Type: PowerShift (Hydraulic hot shift)
- Compatible Transmissions: Allison and Caterpillar automatic transmissions
- Continuous Torque: 390 lb-ft (529 Nm) - see application pages for actual ratings
- 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 (P) or Wet Spline (W) options
- SmartStart: Available for certain applications
- Electronic Overspeed Control (EOC): Included
Additional Information

Markets: Fire and Rescue, Truck Cranes, Pumper Cleaner, Refuse. Reference 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.
