Low loader trailer
US6767172B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 3, 2002 |
| Grant date | Jul 27, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 29, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB62D53/065
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A modular front loadable low loader trailer 20 for transporting large vehicles is disclosed. The trailer 20 includes: a rear axle module 110 for supporting ground engaging wheels; a rear cross-member module 100 removably connected to the rear axle module 110; a front cross-member module 26; and a pair of deck modules 80 and 90, each removably connected between the front and rear cross-member modules 26 and 100. Each of the modules are separable for transport. Pin joints are provided between adjacent modules. The pin joints include interleaved plates held together by removable transverse pins 81. In an alternative embodiment, the rear cross member 100 is permanently connected to the axle module.
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