Transporting apparatus and trailer conversion kit and method

Details Transporting apparatus and trailer conversion kit and method Transporting apparatus and trailer conversion kit and method

2008-05-20

2008-05-20

Phan, Hau (Department: 3618)

Land vehicles

Wheeled

Articulated vehicle

C280S656000, C280S789000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07374193

ABSTRACT:
A conversion kit and method of using a conversion kit is provided which converts a metal shipping crate into a transporting apparatus. In one preferred embodiment, the conversion kit utilizes a hinge and locking mechanism to angle the trailer for loading of a cargo vehicle and lock the trailer into a horizontal transport position. In another preferred embodiment, the conversion kit utilizes a locking ramp which is lowered for loading of a cargo vehicle and then locked in a vertical position to keep a cargo vehicle in place. A method for using the conversion kit is also provided.

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