US3688847A
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Mounting frame assembly for all terrain vehicle
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1971-02-03
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Granted: 1972-09-05
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Expires: 1991-02-03
Abstract
Abstract A mounting frame assembly for an All Terrain Vehicle and more particularly a mounting frame assembly for mounting an implement such as a plow assembly or lawn mower adjacent the forward end of an All Terrain Vehicle. All Terrain Vehicles, hereinafter referred to as ATV''s are relatively new means of transportation and have found public acceptance in recent years because of the capability thereof to travel over swamps, mud, water, sand, snow and extremely rough terrain. The ATV''s are water tight and are driven by a plurality of soft low air pressure tires or a pair of endless crawler treads. The tires or treads provide the ATV''s with excellent traction and additionally provide means for maneuvering the ATV by a skid steer method; that is, by braking on one side and applying power to the opposite side of the ATV. The traction capacities of the ATV''s coupled with the above described steering arrangement thereof would appear to provide excellent possibilities for such vehicles in the areas of snow clearance, lawn mowing, lawn rolling, and the like; however, all thoughts in such areas were soon discounted because the ATV''s, out of necessity of water tightness, efficiency and economy, have the main body portions thereof constructed of plastic, fiberglass or other light material. Pushing a snow plow or lawn mower assembly from the forward end of the body would result in damage to the body.
Inventors
- 👤 Paul E Deeter
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-08 19:50
CPC Classifications
E; E02; E02F; E02F3/00; E02F3/04; E02F3/76; E02F3/7622; E02F3/7627; B; B60; B60F; B60F3/00; B60F3/003; B62; B62D; B62D49/00; B62D49/04
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 11
Claim 1
Independent Claim
237 words
A frame assembly for mounting an implement in front of a longitudinally extending all terrain vehicle of a type having a light body carried bY a structural frame comprising: an elongated thrust member; first means for pivotally attaching a rear end portion of said thrust member to said structural frame adjacent the rear end thereof for limited vertical movement about the pivot axis thereof; said thrust member extending longitudinally of said all terrain vehicle intermediate the sides thereof and being spaced below the body portion thereof; said thrust member having a forward end portion thereof spaced forwardly of said all terrain vehicle and adapted to be secured to said implement; a pair of centering arms each of which are adapted to have a rear end portion thereof carried by said all terrain vehicle adjacent a respective side thereof; a pair of second means each of which pivotally attach the rear end portion of a respective centering arm to said structural frame adjacent the forward end thereof for limited vertical movement about the respective pivot axis thereof; said centering arms extending forwardly and inwardly from the respective second means and a forward portion of said thrust member being disposed intermediate said centering arms; and third means communicating between said centering arms and said thrust member maintaining said thrust member intermediate said sides of said all terrain vehicle while simultaneously allowing a limited vertical movement of said thrust member.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
237 words
A frame assembly for mounting an implement in front of a longitudinally extending all terrain vehicle of a type having a light body carried bY a structural frame comprising: an elongated thrust member; first means for pivotally attaching a rear end portion of said thrust member to said structural frame adjacent the rear end thereof for limited vertical movement about the pivot axis thereof; said thrust member extending longitudinally of said all terrain vehicle intermediate the sides thereof and being spaced below the body portion thereof; said thrust member having a forward end portion thereof spaced forwardly of said all terrain vehicle and adapted to be secured to said implement; a pair of centering arms each of which are adapted to have a rear end portion thereof carried by said all terrain vehicle adjacent a respective side thereof; a pair of second means each of which pivotally attach the rear end portion of a respective centering arm to said structural frame adjacent the forward end thereof for limited vertical movement about the respective pivot axis thereof; said centering arms extending forwardly and inwardly from the respective second means and a forward portion of said thrust member being disposed intermediate said centering arms; and third means communicating between said centering arms and said thrust member maintaining said thrust member intermediate said sides of said all terrain vehicle while simultaneously allowing a limited vertical movement of said thrust member.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
24 words
A frame assembly as specified in claim 1 wherein said implement mounted in front of said all terrain vehicle is a snow plow assembly.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
32 words
A frame assembly as specified in claim 2 additionally including lift means carried by said structural frame for lifting said snow plow assembly and said frame assembly through a limited vertical movement.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
28 words
A frame assembly as specified in claim 1 wherein said longitudinal extent of said thrust member is spaced substantially equidistant from the sides of said all terrain vehicle.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
30 words
A frame assembly as specified in claim 4 wherein said third means maintain said longitudinal extent of said thrust member substantially equidistant from the sides of said all terrain vehicle.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
26 words
A frame assembly as specified in claim 1 wherein said first means includes a trailer hitch carried by said structural frame adjacent the rear end thereof.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
37 words
A frame assembly as specified in claim 1 wherein said all terrain vehicle includes a plurality of ground engaging wheels each of which are driven from a respective axle extending outwardly from the sides of said body.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
54 words
A frame assembly as specified in claim 8 wherein each of said second means includes a forwardly extending side plate having a rear portion thereof secured to a respective side of said structural frame adjacent the forward end thereof and said rear portion being adapted to have a respective forward axle extend laterally therethrough.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
22 words
A frame assembly as specified in claim 1 wherein the respective pivot axis of said second means are in substantially coaxial alignment.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
37 words
A frame assembly as specified in claim 1 wherein said first and second means substantially retain the rearward ends of said thrust member and said centering arms, respectively, from horizontal movement with respect to said structural frame.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1975-09-05 | 1976-03-06 | 1976-09-05 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1979-09-05 | 1980-03-06 | 1980-09-05 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1983-09-05 | 1984-03-06 | 1984-09-05 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |