Pivoting hitch assembly

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2011-01-18

2011-01-18

Morris, Lesley (Department: 3611)

Land vehicles

Wheeled

Articulated vehicle

C280S491500, C280S493000, C280S504000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07871097

ABSTRACT:
A hitch assembly that comprises a coupling tongue with a first end and a second end, a substantially U-shaped clevis that is substantially flat in cross section, pivotally coupled to the second end of the coupling tongue by a hitch pin, and an opening formed by the coupling tongue and the clevis, sized to receive a towing member. The hitch assembly is particularly suited for connecting a tow strap or belt to a commercially available tubular trailer hitch receiver, for use in towing operations.

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