On demand prop rod for utility vehicle cargo box
US7914083B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 8, 2008 |
| Grant date | Mar 29, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 9, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60P1/283
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A prop rod for a utility vehicle cargo box has a first end pivotally connected to a frame member of the cargo box, and a second end slidable along a slot in a frame member of the utility vehicle. The slot has a downwardly directed notch at a rear portion thereof. The prop rod is biased to a disengaged position in which the second end or the prop rod cannot enter the notch. The prop rod is sufficiently flexible so that an operator can overcome the bias and move the prop rod to an engaged position in which the second end can enter the notch to hold up the cargo box in a raised position.
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