Patent · US Expired

Vehicle body having a tailgate system operable in a plurality of modes

US7240968B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 17, 2005
Grant dateJul 10, 2007
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Expiry dateJan 17, 2025

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. A control assembly including a latching member, arm and handle is at least partially protected by placement within a corner post of the dump body.

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