Patent ID: 8662598
Filing Date: 2014-03-04
Classification: B60P

Abstract:
1. A dump trailer assembly comprising: a frame configured for coupling to a vehicle; a dump trailer pivotally coupled to said frame at a trailer pivot point proximate a rear end of said dump trailer; a first jack arm having a first end pivotally coupled to said frame, a second end of said first jack arm abutting said dump trailer offset from said rear end of said dump trailer, said first jack arm pivoting around an arm pivot point whereby said second end of said first jack arm exerts an upward force on said dump trailer pivoting said dump trailer into a dumping position as said first jack arm pivots into an upright position; a winch coupled to said frame proximate said rear end of said dump trailer; a first cable having a first end, a second end, and a medial portion extending between said first end of said first cable and said second end of said first cable, said first end of said first cable being coupled to said winch, said second end of said first cable being coupled to said dump trailer; and a first pulley coupled to said first jack arm, said medial portion of said first cable engaging said first pulley whereby said first cable urges said first jack arm towards said upright position as said first cable is wound onto said winch.