Patent · US Expired

Trailer hitch assembly and method

US7090238B1 · kind B1 · utility

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12Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateFeb 11, 2004
Grant dateAug 15, 2006
Priority date
Expiry dateMay 16, 2024

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB60D1/60
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A hitch assembly is provided to prevent trailer towing by unauthorized persons. The hitch assembly includes a hitch catch which can be removed from a modified tongue of a conventional trailer. When the hitch catch of the tongue is removed, a tongue lock can be secured therein for additional security.

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