Invention Grant
- Patent Title: Swivel type hitch for all-terrain vehicles and the like
- Patent Title (中): 用于全地形车辆的旋转式连接器等
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Application No.: US12386315Application Date: 2009-04-16
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Publication No.: US07938431B1Publication Date: 2011-05-10
- Inventor: Samuel M. Snyder
- Applicant: Samuel M. Snyder
- Agent Michael J. Tavella
- Main IPC: B60D1/00
- IPC: B60D1/00

Abstract:
A coupling system that uses a standard receiver box found on most new vehicles to attach a coupler with a universal joint allows full movement between the vehicle and the trailer, including vertical, lateral and rotational motion. The device also incorporated lubrication fittings so that it can be lubricated in the field. The rear of the universal joint has a spindle that extends rearward. The spindle fits through a sleeve that is used to attach the unit to the trailer. The spindle is rotatable secured in the sleeve with a nut and a pin, to provide the 360 degrees of rotation. A limiter plate can be installed to limit the rotation of the trailer in use. The sleeve has two flat side plates that are bolted to the trailer tongue. The unit provides a strong, compact functional hitch system.
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