Freight accommodation on freight carrier – Particular article accommodation – Wheeled vehicle
Patent
1989-12-14
1991-09-24
Bucci, David A.
Freight accommodation on freight carrier
Particular article accommodation
Wheeled vehicle
410 26, B60P 308
Patent
active
050510460
ABSTRACT:
An enclosed semi trailer (10) is disclosed. Tracks (28) are provided for the support of an upper level of automobiles (17). A lower level of automobiles (17) are supported within pans (37). The tracks (28) are moved by means of support arms (29) which are powered by rams (23). The tracks (28) and support members (29) and cross frame members (26) fit within cutout portions (37, 38, 39) in the floor (25) so as to provide a continuous, smooth surface when general freight is being hauled.
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Bucci David A.
Slavin Craig
Transportation Concepts, Inc.
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