Description
1,380 Nm @ 540 rpm
2,500 Nm Peak Torque
80-120 hp
CE Certified
ISO 9001 / TS16949
MOQ 1 pc — LGPD Ready
T38 PTO Drive Shaft — Operating Torque Parameters
Source: Jiukai Driveline Catalog — current series highlighted in orange
| Série | Cross mm | Kw à 540 | Pk @540 | Nm à 540 | Kw à 1000 | Pk @1000 | Nm à 1000 | MP Nm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T1 | 22×54 | 12 | 16 | 210 | 18 | 25 | 172 | 320 |
| T2 | 23.8×61.3 | 15 | 21 | 270 | 23 | 31 | 220 | 450 |
| T3 | 27×70 | 22 | 30 | 390 | 35 | 47 | 330 | 640 |
| T4 | 27×74.6 | 26 | 35 | 460 | 40 | 55 | 380 | 780 |
| T5 | 30.2×80 | 35 | 47 | 620 | 54 | 74 | 520 | 1,050 |
| T6 | 30.2×92 | 47 | 64 | 830 | 74 | 100 | 710 | 1,450 |
| T7 | 30.2×106.5 | 55 | 75 | 970 | 87 | 118 | 830 | 1,800 |
| T7N | 35×94 | 55 | 75 | 970 | 87 | 118 | 830 | 1,800 |
| T8 | 35×106.5 | 70 | 95 | 1,240 | 110 | 150 | 1,050 | 2,250 |
| T38 | 38×105.6 | 78 | 105 | 1,380 | 123 | 166 | 1,175 | 2,500 |
| T9 | 41×108 | 88 | 120 | 1,560 | 140 | 190 | 1,340 | 2,800 |
| T10 | 41×118 | 106 | 145 | 1,905 | 170 | 230 | 1,650 | 3,500 |
Cross: 38×105.6 mm
540 rpm: 78 Kw / 105 Pk / 1,380 Nm
1,000 rpm: 123 Kw / 166 Pk / 1,175 Nm
Steel: 20CrMnTi alloy
Spline: 1-3/8 Z6 / 1-3/4 Z20
Shield: HDPE UV-stabilised
Grease: EP2 lithium sealed
Overview
Product Description
T38 is a transitional series using a 38 mm cross-kit pin diameter — larger than T7N’s 35 mm, different from T8’s 35×106.5 mm. It is specified where T7N is insufficient and T8 is mechanically oversized. T38 is critical for specific forage harvester and large baler models that cannot accept either adjacent series. For the full T Series PTO drive shaft range, see our category page.
T38 is the least-stocked series in the agricultural driveline aftermarket, creating disproportionate downtime costs when a T38-equipped implement fails in the field. The 38 mm pin diameter is unique to T38 and cannot be substituted by T7N or T8 cross kits. In Brazil, T38 equipment is concentrated in the high-output forage operations of Rio Grande do Sul and Santa Catarina, where European-specification forage harvesters dominate commercial silage production.
Ever-Power Drive Line holds T38 in stock specifically because South American importers of European forage machinery regularly encounter T38 requirements that cannot be satisfied locally. The T38 cross kit (38.01, 38×105.6 mm) is available as a standalone replacement with no minimum quantity. Pre-season cross-kit inspection is strongly recommended for T38-equipped machinery, and holding one spare cross kit per shaft at the farm level is a cost-effective insurance measure. Full CE, ISO 9001, and TS/16949 documentation for Brazil INMETRO and LGPD compliance. For technical enquiries, contact Ever-Power Drive Line.
Assembly Diagram — Component Reference
Component reference numbers correspond to part codes in the table below
Component Part Numbers — T38
Source: Jiukai Driveline Catalog
| Component | Outer / Outboard | Inner / Inboard |
|---|---|---|
| Cross Kit | 38.01 (Ø38×105.6) | |
| Joint Simple | 38.0505B+38.01+38.06 | 38.0505B+38.01+38.07 |
| Splined Yoke | 38.0505B | |
| Tube Yoke | 38.06 | 38.07 |
| Tube | 38.03 | 38.04 |
Spline Profile Reference
Left: 1-3/8 inch 6-spline (Z6) for 540 rpm — Right: 1-3/4 inch 20-spline (Z20) for 1,000 rpm
Key Features
Alloy Steel Construction Throughout
Yokes, tubes, and cross-kit cups all in alloy steel. No cast-iron components. Material certificates available per production lot.
Long-Life Lubrication System
EP2 lithium complex grease at factory fill. Re-grease nipple at each cross kit. IP67 seals rated for high-pressure wash-down.
Integrated Safety Shield System
Full-length HDPE bellows encloses all rotating components. Double-ended chain anchor system prevents shield rotation. CE compliant.
Standard and Wide-Angle Yoke Options
Standard cardan joint yoke plus wide-angle option for implements requiring articulation beyond 25 degrees at the hitch point.
MOQ-Friendly Stock and Custom
Single-piece orders on all stock series. OEM custom from 50 pieces. No tooling charge for standard length variations.
Complete Import Documentation
CE declaration, ISO certs, dimensional drawings, batch reports. Covers Brazil INMETRO, Argentine SENASA, and EU CE requirements.
Typical Applications
Large Forage Harvesters
80–120 hp harvester PTO drive. T38 provides high peak torque for pickup, cutting drum, and blower loading in large-format harvesters.
High-Capacity Square Balers
Large square baler drive on 100–120 hp tractors. T38 rated to 2,500 Nm peak for high-density bale compression events.
Specialised OEM Applications
Required where T7N is insufficient and T8 is mechanically oversized for the implement input geometry. T38 is not substitutable by either adjacent series.
Installation and Maintenance
Attach safety chain to a fixed non-rotating point on both tractor and implement
Match Series to Application
From the torque table, confirm the rated Nm at your operating RPM comfortably exceeds implement load. Add 20% safety factor.
Set Compressed and Extended Length
Raise and lower implement through full range. Inner tube must engage outer by 50 mm min at extension, 80 mm min at compression.
Connect Yoke to PTO Stub
Push splined yoke over PTO stub until push-pin snaps into groove. Withdraw slightly to confirm. Install implement-end yoke the same way.
Fix Safety Shield Chains
Fasten tractor-end chain to a rigid tractor component. Fasten implement-end chain to implement frame. Verify taut with implement level.
Grease Cross Kits Before Use
Apply 2–3 pumps EP2 per nipple. Reapply every 8 hours normal conditions. Wipe excess from shield exterior after greasing.
Frequently Asked Questions
- —T Series uses a triangular (trilobular) inner and outer tube profile
- —This profile transmits torque efficiently while allowing the tube to telescope for length adjustment
- —The same profile is used across T Series models for cross-compatibility of tubes
- —Yes — the shield uses a snap-clip plastic bearing at each end, releasable with a screwdriver
- —Removing the shield takes under 5 minutes without dismounting the shaft
- —Always refit and secure the safety chains after any maintenance on the shaft or shield
- —MP (maximum peak torque) is the shaft’s rated momentary overload capacity
- —It applies during start-up, slug loads, or sudden implement jams
- —Operating continuously at or above MP will shorten cross-kit life — fit a torque limiter if slug loads are frequent
- —Upper series T8, T9, and T10 are rated for tractors up to 200 hp at 540 rpm
- —For tractors above 200 hp, consider industrial SWC or SWP cardan shaft series
- —Always match series to rated PTO torque, not engine horsepower
- —Yes — T Series shafts are compatible with any tractor with a standard 540 or 1,000 rpm PTO output
- —CVT and IPTO tractors produce variable speed; confirm the torque rating covers the full output range
- —For electronically controlled PTO with torque sensing, contact us to confirm shaft selection
Customer Reviews
Luis H.
Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil — Farmer
★★★★★
- Using on high-output silage harvester — no failures after two seasons
- Shield held up through 500 hours including late-season mud conditions
- Replacement cross kits ordered individually — arrived within stated lead time
Fernando S.
Cordoba, Argentina — Machinery Dealer
★★★★★
- Stocking full range T1 through T8 as workshop replacement stock
- Customers report no vibration issues at 1,000 rpm on modern IPTO tractors
- Documentation package complete and suitable for our import registration
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Shipping and Order Information
MOQ
1 pc (stock)
50 pcs (custom)
Lead Time
7–10 days (stock)
25–30 days (custom)
Shipping
Sea LCL/FCL to Brazil
Air freight available
Trade Terms
FOB Ningbo / Shanghai
CIF Santos available
Certifications
CE Certified
ISO 9001:2015
TS/16949
SGS InspectionLGPD Compliant
OECD Code 4 Shield
