Weight distribution hitch with compact moment bar
US11884116B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 25, 2021 |
| Grant date | Jan 30, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 7, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60D1/465
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A weight distribution hitch system comprising a vehicle attachment member comprising a forward end configured to rigidly attach to a vehicle, and a rearward end extending rearwardly toward a trailer, the rearward end comprising an upper portion comprising a trailer attachment member configured to pivotally attach to a coupler of the trailer, and a lower portion configured to receive a moment bar, a moment bar forward end attached to the lower portion of the rearward end of the vehicle attachment member so as to prevent rotation about a horizontal axis, and a moment bar rearward end; a tension member comprising a top end configured to be supported by a frame member of the trailer, and a bottom end configured to support the rearward end of the moment bar, and wherein, when the tension member is in tension, it imposes an upward force on the moment bar rearward end, which, in turn, imposes a forward moment on the vehicle; and wherein the length of the moment bar is less than 28 inches is disclosed.
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