Trailer coupler and safety chain apparatus and system

Details Trailer coupler and safety chain apparatus and system Trailer coupler and safety chain apparatus and system

2011-04-19

2011-04-19

Silbermann, Joanne (Department: 3611)

Land vehicles

Wheeled

Articulated vehicle

C280S417100, C280S511000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07926832

ABSTRACT:
A new and improved trailer coupler for connecting a trailer to a ball hitch mounted on a towing vehicle comprising a housing having a recessed socket, a retractable latching plate, a locking mechanism, an access port, a visual indicator, an alarm system for indicating coupling and decoupling, and a mechanical means to assist an operator to remotely attach and remove safety chains generally used in conjunction with trailers without need for the operator to climb into the truck bed.

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