Parker Chelsea has new PTO for Ford trucks

Parker Chelsea has new PTO for Ford trucks

Parker Chelsea, a power transfer solutions provider to the work truck market, announced its new 248 Series power take-off (PTO) unit designed specifically for the 2011 Ford Super Duty Trucks. This truck features Ford's new Torque Shift 6 automatic transmission with the engine driven gear. The combination of the new Chelsea PTO and the new Ford transmission provide an unprecedented torque capacity of 200 lbs.-ft., according to Parker Chelsea.

Parker Chelsea, a power transfer solutions provider to the work truck market, announced its new 248 Series power take-off (PTO) unit designed specifically for the 2011 Ford Super Duty Trucks. This truck features Ford’s new Torque Shift 6 automatic transmission with the engine driven gear. The combination of the new Chelsea PTO and the new Ford transmission provide an unprecedented torque capacity of 200 lbs.-ft., according to Parker Chelsea.

Matched with a wide selection of pump sizes designed to provide maximum clearance, this PTO and pump package will cover tough application requirements, the company said. The 248 Series also provides ease of installation through a single hose connection and an integrated cartridge valve and pressure switch, the maker added, helping to reduce installation time the company added.

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