Implement hitch
US5671938A · kind A · utility
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11References
17Claims
0Family size
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 3, 1996 |
| Grant date | Sep 30, 1997 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 3, 2016 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60D1/02
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An implement hitch system is intended to be mounted on the tongue of a towed vehicle. The hitch has a hitch body with a standard ring coupling. A ring adapter can be mounted on the hitch body to adjust the size of the ring opening to accommodate draw pins of different sizes. The adjustment includes a resilient backstop that cushions the hitch and minimizes chattering. The system also includes a clevis attachment for the hitch that bolts onto the hitch body to provide a clevis type hitch for engaging a single tractor drawbar. An additional feature is a wear plate that may be bolted onto the ring to accommodate high vertical loads.
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