Semi trailer convertible for hauling automobiles
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1. A system for raising and lowering a deck section of a trailer, comprising:
- a) a trailer floor having cutout portions which are sized and configured to correspond to the shape and configuration of said deck section;
b) lift means for raising and lowering the deck section, said lift means being constructed and arranged for movement between a first position at which said deck section is lowered and flush with said trailer floor and a second position at which said lift means is vertically displaced from said trailer floor to support said deck section in a raised position, wherein a continuous flush surface is formed by said trailer floor and said deck section when said deck section is in its first position, and an upper and a lower storage level are formed when said deck section is in its second position; and
c) power means for selectively moving said lift means between the raised and lowered positions.
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Abstract
An enclosed semi trailer (10) is disclosed. Tracks (28) are provided for the support of an upper level of automobiles (17). A lower level of automobiles (17) are supported within pans (37). The tracks (28) are moved by means of support arms (29) which are powered by rams (23). The tracks (28) and support members (29) and cross frame members (26) fit within cutout portions (37, 38, 39) in the floor (25) so as to provide a continuous, smooth surface when general freight is being hauled.
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1. A system for raising and lowering a deck section of a trailer, comprising:
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a) a trailer floor having cutout portions which are sized and configured to correspond to the shape and configuration of said deck section; b) lift means for raising and lowering the deck section, said lift means being constructed and arranged for movement between a first position at which said deck section is lowered and flush with said trailer floor and a second position at which said lift means is vertically displaced from said trailer floor to support said deck section in a raised position, wherein a continuous flush surface is formed by said trailer floor and said deck section when said deck section is in its first position, and an upper and a lower storage level are formed when said deck section is in its second position; and c) power means for selectively moving said lift means between the raised and lowered positions. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11)
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