Pin box assembly with adjustable engagement device
US12371112B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 10, 2020 |
| Grant date | Jul 29, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 8, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60D1/488
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Disclosed is a pin box assembly that includes an adjustment assembly configured to adjust a range of pivotal movement of a towed vehicle related to a towing vehicle. The pin box assembly includes a towed vehicle attachment member, an elongated arm, and a king pin with an adjustment assembly. The adjustment assembly may include a wedge and an adjustment member that is configured to translate or pivot the wedge relative to the king pin to modify a range of angular rotation between the elongated arm and the fifth wheel hitch.
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