Cargo carrying compartments of an all terrain vehicle
US6659566B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 13, 2001 |
| Grant date | Dec 9, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 26, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62J1/12
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An all-terrain vehicle (ATV) includes various storage compartments so that the weight loaded onto the vehicle may be evenly distributed between the front and rear suspension of the ATV. The ATV is capable of hauling a variety of loads over various terrains. The ATV contains a rear storage compartment, at least two side storage compartments, a front storage compartment, and a front rack to enable the rider to carry or attach a wide variety of loads onto the ATV without causing the vehicle to overturn or flip up due to the additional weight. Additionally, the ATV may also include a tree guard positioned on each side of the ATV to protect the rear storage and side compartments and to prevent cargo on the rear storage compartment from being dislodged by trees that might protrude into the rider's path. Additionally, the rear storage compartment may be pivotable and a piston may be provided to assist with the pivoting, and the walls of the rear cargo box may also fold down to enable the hauling of an additional variety of loads.
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