Patent · US Expired

Multi-purpose tow bar for a trailer

US7445222B2 · kind B2 · utility

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20Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateJul 21, 2004
Grant dateNov 4, 2008
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Expiry dateAug 31, 2024

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB62B5/0079
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A multi-purpose tow bar for a trailer and a trailer having a multi-purpose tow bar. In a towing position the tow bar couples the trailer to a moving vehicle such as a bicycle. In a stabilizing position the tow bar supports a stabilizing wheel extending forwardly of the trailer frame, converting the trailer into a self-supporting vehicle such as a stroller or jogger. The tow bar is reversible, comprising first and second end portions which in the preferred embodiment respectively extend from one another at an angle.

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