Collapsible small vehicle loader apparatus

Details Collapsible small vehicle loader apparatus Collapsible small vehicle loader apparatus

2010-11-10

2011-11-08

Will, Thomas (Department: 3671)

Bridges

Gangway, ramp, or dock leveler

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C014S069500

Reexamination Certificate

active

08051519

ABSTRACT:
The collapsible small vehicle loader apparatus provides for use with an existing receiver hitch, such as those often used on pickups, cars, vans, and other vehicles. Ideally made of aluminum, the apparatus provides for easy, lightweight transport to and engagement with a receiver hitch. While the first ramp downturns may most easily engage a pickup tailgate from above, the apparatus may also be easily fitted to other vehicles that may provide a rest as the tailgate of a pickup does, for the first ramps. After engagement with the transport vehicle, the apparatus may be collapsed and elevated and thereby remain engaged as desired. In loading a small vehicle such as an ATV or golf cart for example, the appropriate pins are disengaged to extend the ramps, and then inserted to hold the ramps in the extended position.

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