Vehicle body having a tailgate system operable in a plurality of modes
US6880895B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 13, 2003 |
| Grant date | Apr 19, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 13, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60P1/26
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A tailgate system for a dump body of a vehicle capable of operation in a plurality of modes includes a tailgate pivotally connected to side walls along an upper tailgate end for operation in a first mode and pivotally connected to one of the side walls along a tailgate side for operation in a second mode. To convert the tailgate from the first to the second mode of operation, a ball and socket are engaged forming a pivot point around which the tailgate can rotate in the second mode.
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