Towing system for a vehicle
US5755454A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 10, 1996 |
| Grant date | May 26, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 10, 2016 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60D1/52
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A towing system for a vehicle particularly suited for a vehicle having an energy absorbing feature. The towing system has a frame bracket mounted to a frame member and bumper bracket, e.g., mounted to a bumper or bumper strut. The frame bracket and bumper brackets are mounted strategic one to the other and in a paired relation. The brackets are mounted at determined positions so that the energy absorbing feature of the vehicle is not compromised. A draw tube is removably mountable in each bracket pair. The draw tube is installed for the mounting of a tow bar and is removed to restore the energy absorbing feature of the vehicle.
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