Features
Ductile Iron Bearing Cap - 117% stronger than gray iron for greater durability under vibrational stress
Improved O-Ring Seal - sealing configuration between housing and bearing cap reduces vibration effects and improves clamp load
Enhanced Clutch Pack - steel discs are 80% thicker than the predecessor 280 Series to resist premature tooth wear
Nine Speed Ratios - covers low and high speed ranges for flexible hydraulic and driveline output
Wet Spline Lubrication Option - provides 7 to 10 times greater shaft life compared to standard lubrication
Electronic Overspeed Control (EOC) - protects driven equipment; SmartStart feature reduces shock load at engagement
Tech Specs
- Mounting Type: 10-Bolt
- Shift Type: PowerShift (Hydraulic) - Hot Shift
- Continuous Torque: 390 lb-ft (529 Nm)
- Output Power: 56 HP or greater
- Shaft Power: 37 HP at 500 RPM, 74 HP at 1,000 RPM
- Speed Ratios: Nine, including low and high speeds
- Compatible Transmissions: Allison and Caterpillar automatic transmissions with 10-bolt aperture
- Output Types: SAE B Pump Flange, SAE C Pump Flange, ISO 7652 Pump Flange, Driveline
- Lubrication: Pressure Lube and Wet Spline options available
- 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.
