Tailgate assembly having side mounted hydraulic cylinders
US6176673A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 25, 1998 |
| Grant date | Jan 23, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 25, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60P1/26
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A work machine having a receptacle adapted to receive and carry loads is disclosed. The receptacle has a first lateral sidewall, a second lateral sidewall spaced apart from the first lateral sidewall, and a floor extending between the first lateral sidewall and the second lateral sidewall. The work machine further includes a tailgate which extends transversely from the first sidewall to the second sidewall, the tailgate being pivotable between a closed position which prevents loads from exiting a rear portion of the receptacle, and an open position which allows loads to exit the rear portion of the receptacle. The work machine yet further includes a cylinder movable between a first rod position and a second rod position and a linkage. The linkage of the tailgate in the closed position when the cylinder is located in the first rod position, and positions the tailgate in the open position when the cylinder is located in the second rod position. The linkage includes a lever having a first lever end, a second lever end, and a fulcrum positioned between the first lever end and the second lever end. The lever is pivotally coupled to the first lateral sidewall. The first lever end is coup…
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