Patent ID: 8333402
Filing Date: 2012-12-18
Classification: B60D

Abstract:
1. A system for connecting a vehicle with a trailer, comprising: a docking assembly for securing to the vehicle, the docking assembly being pivotable; and a coupler assembly comprising a ball assembly operationally configured to secure to a trailer, and a male member operationally configured for releasable securement to the docking assembly; wherein the docking assembly includes a female member having an inner surface defined by a base, a wall section, and a lip extending inward from the wall section opposite the base, the inner surface forming a mouth operationally configured to receive the male member therein; and wherein the male member includes a first surface operationally configured to abut the base, a second surface operationally configured to abut the wall section, and a third surface operationally configured to receive the ball assembly for attachment thereto.