Abstract: A cargo bed for a utility terrain vehicle (UTV) having a floor, a tailgate, and a pair of sidewalls. The cargo bed is operable to convert from a walled configuration into a wall-stored configuration while at least one of the tailgate and the pair of sidewalls remain mechanically-connected to the floor.

Abstract: The multi-functional wagon includes a bin for storing and transporting products such as hay, vegetables, and/or dirt. The bin includes opposing side walls, opposing end walls extending between the opposing sidewalls, and a base, which provides a lower support surface for contents in the bin. The walls are foldable from an upright position to a lowered folded position. One or more containment units and a support assembly are removably connected to support pipes at corners of the bin.

Abstract: An underbody structure for a vehicle cargo bed is provided. The underbody structure includes a front cross member defining a forward end of the underbody structure, a rear cross member defining an opposite rearward end of the underbody structure, a first side member coupled between the front cross member and the rear cross member, and a second opposite side member coupled between the front cross member and the rear cross member. The underbody structure includes a center cross member coupled between the first and second side members, a first angled cross member oriented at a predetermined acute angle relative to the rear cross member, and a second angled cross member oriented at a predetermined acute angle relative to the rear cross member, where the first and second angled cross members are configured to match a load distribution of the vehicle cargo bed.

Abstract: A buffering structure for the side gates of a cargo box of a truck is disclosed. The buffering structure includes front and rear side gates pivotally mounted on each side of the cargo box, and a middle column interposed between the front side gate and the rear side gate. Buffer members are interposed between the middle column and the front and rear side gates to resiliently support the front and rear side gates. Since the buffer member for resiliently supporting the front and rear side gates is installed on the middle column of the cargo box, deformation of the side gates is prevented and thus the lifespan of the cargo box is extended. Also, the generation of vibration and noise by friction comfort is reduced to improve driving comfort, as well as the smooth opening and closing of the side gates.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a drop-down gate assembly of a cargo box for a vehicle. The drop-down gate assembly includes a gate operably coupled to the cargo box by an upper connection assembly and a lower connection assembly, each assembly including a kickout link mechanism for laterally positioning the gate with respect to the cargo box and a roller mechanism for vertically positioning the gate with respect to the cargo box. In this manner, the gate is positioned laterally outwardly to provide clearance from the vehicle and vertically downwardly to facilitate access to the interior volume of the cargo box.

Abstract: A convertible trailer system for use in hauling stacked logs. The convertible trailer includes a pair of movable retaining panels mounted on each side of the trailer. Each of the retaining panels is movable between a transporting position and a loading position. When the retaining panels are in the transporting position, the retaining panels prevent stacked logs from falling off the side of the trailer. The convertible trailer includes a drive assembly operably connected to each of the retaining panels for raising and lowering the retaining panels between the transporting position and the locked position. A locking assembly is associated with each of the retaining panels to lock the retaining panel in the transporting position when the trailer is being used to transport a load of stacked logs.

Abstract: A tailgate support is provided for a cargo box having a floor, opposite sidewalls and a rear wall with the latter being defined by a tailgate which is mounted for pivoting about a horizontal axis located adjacent the floor, between an upright closed position and a recumbent open position. The tailgate support includes an arm mounted beneath the floor and movable between a stored position wherein the arm is disposed beneath the floor and a support position wherein the arm extends beyond the floor in a direction of horizontal extension of the tailgate as considered when the tailgate is in its open position. The tailgate rests on the arm when the arm is in its support position and the tailgate is in its open position. A latching mechanism is provided to secure the tailgate in its open position. A stop is provided to limit the pivotal movement of the arm beyond its stored and support positions.

Abstract: A livestock feeder has a trough bed and a bin for storing and dispensing feed mounted above and spaced from the bed, the bin being collapsible onto the bed for facilitating shipment and storage of the feeder. When the bin is collapsed onto the bed, the livestock feeder can support a payload without damage to the collapsed bin. The feeder may include wheels to define a wagon bunk-type feeder, wherein the feeder can be converted to other uses when the bin is in the collapsed position.

Abstract: A livestock enclosure for a pickup truck or the like comprises two foldable rack structures, one for each side wall of the truck body, the structures terminating at the rear of the truck. The racks are collapsible against a vertical head board at the front of the truck body. Locking pins are provided to secure the rack to the wall of the truck. The rear gates may be swung open and if the truck is too close to a cattle chute or other structure, the gates may be opened by lateral movement. A locking bar holds the rack structure in position at the rear of the truck and also is employed to retain the rack in its collapsed position against the cab.

Abstract: A remote controlled self-loading truck having a tilt bed equipped with a bed mounted hoist and having fold-down sides, and for mounting on standard truck chassis. An elevated hoist is supported on the tiltable bed adjacent to its forward end for movement with the bed. The hoist includes an elongated generally horizontal rearwardly extending rotatably supported boom. A tail roller is journaled for rotation at the rearward edge of the flat bed. Hinged side gates are provided on opposite sides of the flat bed. Remotely manually controlled hydraulic actuators are provided for raising and lowering the bed relative to the vehicle frame, for rotating the hoist boom, and for operating the hoist winch.

Abstract: A protective trailer for transporting, erecting and using a two-way satellite communication station. The invention includes a trailer bed operably supported by wheels for towing by a vehicle and also includes a screened enclosure having front, rear and side rigid-framed screen panels upwardly extending from the respective trailer bed margin. The side panels are hinge connected along their lower horizontal margins, outwardly pivoting to a diagonally disposed open position wherein the satellite dish may then be operated without physical interference. Triangular rigid-framed screen panels are connected to and inwardly disposed from each upright front and rear margin of each side panel to render the protective screened enclosure continuous when either or both side panels are opened as well as closed.

Abstract: A flatbed for a pickup truck has adjustable length legs that support several flat panels at the height of the pickup body sides. Two central panels are movable to permit conventional loads to be carried and to be supplemented as well. When layed flat outsize cargo can be conveniently carried. Side rails are pivotably provided along the marginal edges of the platform or bed.

Abstract: A rack for a truck bed which includes separate front and side assemblies, each assembly utilizing a lower frame having dowels for selective insertion into openings into truck bed edges or permanent sidewalls. A first rack member is pivotally attached to each frame of each respective assembly by hinges which are spring biased to cause the first respective rack member to be in folded position wherein the respective first rack member is disposed beside the respective frame and is movable to an extended position wherein the respective first rack member is disposed about the respective frame member.

Abstract: The invention relates to a support arrangement for a truck or trailer having a stationary side wall (2) and a maneuverable side member or wing (3). In order to avoid excessive stress on the side member (3) there is provided according to the invention a support arrangement which includes a substantially horizontal cantilever (12) which at one of its ends is secured to the stationary side wall (2) of the trailer and which at its other free end supports a bracket (15) in which two side member arms (9) and a side member support (10) positioned between the side member arms are rotatably mounted. The side member arms (9) are at their other ends rotatably mounted in the upper edge of the side member (3) and the side member support (10) is adapted to support the side member (3) with its free end when the side member is in its raised position.

Abstract: An improved platform for a farm wagon, this platform having a deck composed of two sets of frame members, one mounted transversely and loosely on top of the other, and a plurality of deck panels loosely mounted on top of the top frame members. Sidewalls retain the deck panels in place so that the deck is flexible. A wagon incorporating this improved platform is also disclosed.

Abstract: In a device for opening and closing a side plate of a loading box on a motor truck under no-load condition wherein the side plate is outwardly openably hinged at its bottom edge to the outer side edge of the floor plate of the loading box, an actuating or interlocking mechanism is provided which comprises an upper actuating connecting rod and a lower actuating connecting rod. The upper actuating connecting rod has the upper end thereof articulated to the outer surface of the side plate and the lower end thereof articulated to the upper end of the lower actuating connecting rod, the lower end of which is articulated to a lower portion of a support member downwardly projected from the underside of the floor plate. Thus, the mechanism is twice-foldable. The actuating or interlocking mechanism may be resiliently pulled by a spring having the base thereof connected to the underside of the floor plate.

Abstract: A troop carrier for transporting and deploying troops which includes an armored panel extending lengthwise of the carrier in an approximately upright position having an exterior side set inwardly from one side of the carrier, a side panel on the carrier located along the side of the carrier on the exterior side of the armored panel, the side panel being pivotally mounted along the lower edge thereof.

Abstract: A troop carrier vehicle providing rapid lateral access to and egress from the vehicle having a side panel pivotally mounted at the lower end thereof to permit outward lowering of the side panel from an upright position to form a ramp.

Abstract: An elongated twin beam frame trailer having a gooseneck trailer hitch assembly at its forward end is provided with sectionalized hingedly mounted box forming sideboards. Opposing sideboard sections, when folded inwardly, form a flatbed trailer configuration in one position and form a V-shaped support floor transversely of the trailer when folded to another position. End gates close the respective ends of the trailer or divide the trailer intermediate its ends.

Abstract: A wagon body adapted to receive and transport seed cotton and the like and which has an elongated deck and upstanding end and side walls, the side walls being pivotally arranged for the upper portions thereof to move toward and away from each other. With the walls in spread apart position the wagon is loaded with cotton whereupon the side walls are moved inwardly, thus to compress the cotton. The side walls are power driven by means of an elongated torsion member which extends from end to end of the body and a plurality of links operatively connected between the torsion member and the side walls.