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Fifth wheel hitch kingpin assembly

US9016708B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 20, 2014
Grant dateApr 28, 2015
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Expiry dateJan 20, 2034

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB62D53/0842
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A kingpin assembly comprises a housing having a recess located therein, a kingpin having at least a portion located within the recess of the housing, a coupler member operably coupled to the kingpin, and a collet member engaging the housing and the kingpin, and engaging the coupler member such that an uncoupling of the coupler member from the kingpin at least partially disengages the collet member from the kingpin.

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