Adjustable towing apparatus for vehicles
US8302987B2 · kind B2 · utility
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31Claims
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 4, 2010 |
| Grant date | Nov 6, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 4, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60D1/46
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A hitch apparatus includes a housing configured to be attached to a vehicle, a tow bar movably disposed within the housing, a hitch member assembly, and a fastener configured to removably secure the hitch member assembly to the height adjustment member at any of a plurality of selected elevations. The tow bar is movable relative to the housing between retracted and extended positions, and is pivotable relative to the housing when in an extended position. As such, a hitch member at the distal end of the tow bar has horizontal and vertical adjustment capabilities.
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