Vehicle-mountable hoist
US7878484B2 · kind B2 · utility
Inventor
Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 7, 2009 |
| Grant date | Feb 1, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 7, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB66D3/18
- WIPO fieldHandling
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Embodiments include an apparatus comprising a first part to be removably secured to a receiver hitch of a vehicle. The first part is removably integrated with a boom receiver. The boom receiver can be removably connected to a boom extending upward at an angle from the first part. An electric powered winch can be attached to the boom receiver. The winch includes a cable to hang down from the boom. Coupled to the cable is a device to connect an object to be moved by the apparatus.
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