Heavy duty adjustable gooseneck coupler
US9579939B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 6, 2015 |
| Grant date | Feb 28, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 6, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60D1/488
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A gooseneck coupler is shown and described. The gooseneck coupler may include a first member having at least one aperture, a second member having at least one aperture, the second member telescopingly engaged with the first member where the aperture of the first member is generally aligned with the aperture of the second member, and a base member attached with the second member, the base member having a socket shaped to accept a hitch ball. The gooseneck coupler may also include a locking member pivotally attached with the base member, and a fastening device securing the first and second members. The fasting device may include at least one nut attached with at least one elongated member, where the nut and elongated member are positioned within the second member, and a fastener inserted into the apertures of the first and second members and selectively engaged with the nut.
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