Dolly converter hitch assembly for conversion to utility trailer
US5489109A · kind A · utility
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15References
13Claims
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 4, 1994 |
| Grant date | Feb 6, 1996 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 4, 2014 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62B1/12
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
The compactly stowable and convertible hand truck-trailer of this invention comprises a T-shaped converter hitching assembly and a conventional hand truck which includes a carriage frame with legs supported by a pair of wheels at one end and having a transverse handle at the other end. The converter assembly releasably attaches through use of fittings to the legs and handle of the hand truck. The hitching assembly has a hitching adaptor that can be connected to a towing vehicle such as a lawn mower tractor.
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