Patent ID: 8353661
Filing Date: 2013-01-15
Classification: B60P

Abstract:
1. An apparatus for transporting small vehicles within the bed of a truck, the apparatus comprising: a frame having four corner columns sized to be locatable within the bed of a truck; a platform slidably supported between said corner columns said frame movable between a first position parallel to and proximate to a bottom horizontal surface of said bed of said truck and a second position parallel to and vertically spaced above said first position; an actuator, operable to move said platform between said first and second positions; and wherein each corner upright includes a catch for selectively engaging and supporting said platform at said second position, wherein each catch comprises a pivotable body having a support surface, said pivotable body being rotatable into a first position such that said platform rests upon said support surface and a second position out of a path of travel of said platform.