Patent · US Expired

Integral storage container for pick-up truck

US5316358A · kind A · utility

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16References
6Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 6, 1992
Grant dateMay 31, 1994
Priority date
Expiry dateFeb 6, 2012

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60R11/06
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A storage container primarily for use as a tool or utility box for pick-up trucks. The container is located in the space between the rear wall of the truck cab and the front wall of the truck bed. The container is generally box-shaped with a mechanism to enable access within the container and a mechanism to releasably lock the container. The container also has a hollow lower bin with a mechanism to enable access to the bin. The lower bin can be used to store tools, small objects or containers of liquid which have a tendency to spill.

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