Patent ID: 7000937
Filing Date: 2006-02-21
Classification: B62D

Abstract:
1. An offset coupler device for use in connection with a trailer having a kingpin, wherein the trailer includes a skid plate from which the kingpin of the trailer depends downwardly, the device comprising: a first plate member having an opening there through for receiving a portion of the kingpin of the trailer, wherein the first plate member has an upper surface for abutting the skid plate during use; a support member coupled with the first plate member; a second plate member coupled with the support member, the second plate member having a kingpin extending downwardly from a lower surface thereof, wherein the kingpin of the second plate member is spaced apart from the opening in the first plate member, whereby a central longitudinal axis of the kingpin of the second plate member does not pass through the opening in the first plate member; and a means for coupling the device to the trailer, wherein the means for coupling the device to the trailer includes a clamp member, wherein the clamp member has first and second portions, a means for drawing the first and second portions together around a portion of the kingpin to clamp the clamp member thereto, and adjustable means for urging the first plate member against the skid plate to resist movement there between during use.