Abstract: Apparatus for handling unitary loads, such as containers, concrete elements, plate-shaped objects and the like, include a prime mover, such as a power vehicle or the like, which is equipped with a mechanism for engaging and raising one end of the load from the surface to which it rests, and an auxiliary device equipped with wheels which is separate from the prime mover and which supports the load during the handling operation. The auxiliary device is self-propelled and is controlled by an operator who can be situated in a cab of the prime mover. In operation, one end of the unitary load is raised from the base surface on which it rests by means of the engagement members of the prime mover whereupon the auxiliary device is positioned beneath the load to engage the same. The auxiliary device is propelled towards the opposite end of the load so that the latter is raised from the base surface with the load being supported on its underside by the auxiliary device so that the load can then be moved.

Abstract: Apparatus for lifting and transporting a unitary load, such as a material containing container, comprises transport apparatus, such as a truck provided with gripping members for lifting one end of the load from a surface, and a separate auxiliary device provided with wheels for carrying the opposite end of the load during transport. The apparatus includes a control for directing the movement of the auxiliary device to the opposite end of the load. The auxiliary device includes apparatus for gripping and then lifting the opposite end of the load for subsequent transport thereof. The auxiliary device may be arranged to move over the top of the load to the opposite end thereof for lifting the same from the surface for subsequent transport of the load.

Abstract: Apparatus for handling and transporting a load including at least one container or the like, such as between a ro/ro vessel and a terminal, include load transporting apparatus including a frame assembly having at least two members which are telescopically displaceable with respect to each other, power apparatus and a traction-providing and steering wheel assembly mounted on a first one of the frame members. The load transporting apparatus are provided with load handling apparatus for taking-up the load from and then depositing the load on the ground surface. The handling apparatus include at least one load lifting device mounted on the first one of the frame members and at least one moveable bogie assembly mounted on a second one of the frame members which is longitudinally displaceable with respect to the first frame member. The bogie assembly can be raised and lowered.