Patent · US Expired

Collapsible pipe rack for pickup trucks

US5190337A · kind A · utility

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6Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateSep 24, 1991
Grant dateMar 2, 1993
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Expiry dateSep 24, 2011

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60P3/42
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A pickup truck rack includes upper rails of "H" shape cross section, a lower channel of which receives folding legs and braces within in a collapsed condition. An upper channel telescopically receives an over cab rack extension. In an alternative embodiment, the rack extension moves to a vertically stored position.

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