Abstract: An improved multi-function loading and recovery apparatus for use with pallets, flat racks, containers and the like having a simple, effective design while enabling efficient operation in a wide variety of recovery operations. This multi-function loading and recovery apparatus utilizes a double pivoting tilt frame and self-locking L-arm, and also includes a unique inside-outside rail option, a collapsible bumper, forward-mounted rollers, an improved rear stabilizer and other features.

Abstract: An improved multi-function loading and recovery apparatus for pallets, containers and the like having a simple, effective design while enabling efficient operation in a wide variety of recovery operations. This multi-function loading and recovery apparatus utilizes a unique self-locking L-Arm, a portion of which is extendable and retractable, so that the L-Arm can be engaged or disengaged with a tilt frame when the L-Arm is in a variety of lengths, enabling the utilization of containers of various lengths. The present invention further allows either the rotation of a tilting frame with the L-Arm for tilting and dumping, or the rotation of the L-Arm alone for unloading of the container.