Patent ID: 8042825
Filing Date: 2011-10-25
Classification: B60D,B62D

Abstract:
1. An accessory towing apparatus for linking a vehicle and a gooseneck trailer, comprising in combination: an axle assembly having a plurality of ground engaging wheels disposed thereon; a framework attached to said axle assembly, said framework having three linkage arms extending therefrom and a hitch mechanism mounted thereon, said hitch mechanism being operable for coupling said trailer to said framework; wherein each of said linkage arms is operable to pivotally connect to said vehicle; and an alignment and attachment system having a yoke assembly slidably coupled to a first and second outboard linkage arms, said yoke assembly connected to a winch mechanism attached to said framework and having two alignment chains extending therefrom, wherein when said alignment chains are attached to said vehicle, said system is operable for centering said linkage arms on rear of said vehicle and drawing said towing apparatus towards said vehicle.