Patent ID: 6375404
Filing Date: 2002-04-23
Classification: B60P

Abstract:
A loading platform system for mounting on a vehicle comprising: a lift mechanism support structure, at least a first support arm having a first end connected to said lift mechanism support structure so as to be pivotable about a first pivot axis and an opposite second end, an essentially plate-like loading platform connected to said second end of said first support arm for supporting a load, at least one lifting actuator having a first end connected to said lift mechanism support structure and a second end connected to said first support arm for pivoting said first support arm and lifting and lowering said loading platform, said loading platform being pivotally supported by said first support arm by way of a pivot joint structure having a second pivot axis extending perpendicularly to said support arm, and spring means arranged between said second end of said first support arm and said pivot joint structure for resiliently supporting said loading platform on said first support arm.