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Hinged tonneau cover for a pick-up truck bed

US5322336A · kind A · utility

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12Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateApr 19, 1993
Grant dateJun 21, 1994
Priority date
Expiry dateApr 19, 2013

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60J7/1621
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A hinged tonneau cover assembly that is used on pick-up truck beds to allow for easy access to the truck bed. The hinged tonneau cover assembly has a lightweight internal perimeter frame that is removably secured to the front of the truck bed by a hinged mounting assembly and self-contained piston and cylinder rods adjustably positioned to the rear of the truck bed. The hinged tonneau cover assembly can be raised at one end for immediate access to the truck bed.

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