Spare wheel carrier and application vehicle

Abstract

The spare tire carrier comprises two positioning frames which are arranged in parallel, a connecting support is arranged between the two positioning frames, each positioning frame is provided with a positioning hole, fasteners are arranged at the positioning holes to fix the positioning frames to a vehicle frame, a spare tire lifter is arranged between the two positioning frames, the spare tire lifter comprises a rocker, and the rocker is connected with the connecting support. The rocker extends in the direction parallel to the positioning frame, the extending end forms a handheld end, the handheld end obliquely stretches out towards the right side from the tail end of the frame, and the positioning frame is provided with a positioning hole for fixing a spare tire up-down regulator. According to the scheme, the spare wheel carrier is simple in structure, the spare wheel up-down regulator is fixed through the positioning frame, the rocker obliquely stretches out rightwards from the tail end of the vehicle frame relative to the vehicle frame, the structure of the spare wheel carrier occupies a small space, the requirement that a vehicle is provided with a spare wheel can be met, the use habits of parking close to the right side and replacing the spare wheel from the right side are met, and the operation safety is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application belongs to the technical field of vehicle spare tires, and specifically relates to a spare tire rack and a vehicle using the same. Background Art

[0002] Spare tires are essential for emergency use. Construction dump trucks, due to their limited layout and short rear overhang, have limited space for spare tires. Conventional truck spare tire rack arrangements are unsuitable for these vehicles. Most dump trucks mount the spare tire on the front fender. However, due to limitations in wheelbase, license plate, and frame, there's insufficient space for a horizontal or vertical spare tire bracket, making installation and removal inconvenient. Some dump trucks even omit the spare tire, making it unsuitable for emergency use. Utility Model Content

[0003] The present application provides a spare tire rack and a vehicle using the same, which solves the problem of inconvenience in installation, use and removal of a horizontal or vertical spare tire bracket.

[0004] The technical solutions adopted in this application are:

[0005] A spare tire rack comprises two parallel positioning frames, a connecting bracket is provided between the two positioning frames, each positioning frame is provided with a positioning hole, a fastener is provided at the positioning hole to fix the positioning frame to the vehicle frame, a spare tire lifter is provided between the two positioning frames, the spare tire lifter comprises a rocker extending in a direction parallel to the positioning frames, the extended end forms a handheld end, the handheld end extends obliquely to the right from the rear end of the frame, and the positioning frame is provided with a positioning hole for fixing the spare tire lifter.

[0006] Preferably, the spare tire rack includes a limiting sleeve for allowing the rocker to pass through, the limiting sleeve is located between the two positioning frames and the limiting sleeve is connected to the vehicle frame.

[0007] Preferably, the limiting sleeve includes a limiting plate provided with an avoidance opening, the limiting plate is parallel to the connecting bracket, and the handheld end extends from the right rear of the frame after passing through the avoidance opening.

[0008] Preferably, the limiting sleeve includes a bent plate connecting the limiting plate and the frame, and the bent plate is fixed to the frame by a fastener.

[0009] Preferably, the vehicle frame includes a tail beam at the end and a positioning beam located in front of the tail beam, and the two positioning frames are connected to the tail beam and the positioning beam so that the positioning frames are fixed to the vehicle frame.

[0010] Preferably, a pad is provided at the bottom of each positioning frame, and the pad is welded to the positioning frame.

[0011] Preferably, the pad includes a spare tire anti-wear pad and an adjustment pad, and the adjustment pad is located between the positioning frame and the tail crossbeam.

[0012] Preferably, each positioning frame includes a flat plate fixed to the vehicle frame and a vertical plate connected to the flat plate, two vertical plates are located between the two flat plates, and the spare tire lifter is connected to the two vertical plates respectively.

[0013] This solution also includes a vehicle, which is provided with a frame, and the frame is equipped with the spare tire rack as described in any one of the above items.

[0014] Due to the adoption of the above technical solution, the beneficial effects achieved by this application are:

[0015] The spare tire rack in this solution has a simple structure. The spare tire lifter is fixed by a positioning frame, so that the rocker extends from the rear end of the frame to the right relative to the frame. The structure occupies a small space, can meet the need of equipping a vehicle with a spare tire, and meets the user habit of parking on the right side and changing the spare tire from the right side, thereby improving operational safety.

[0016] This solution limits and fixes the rocker by setting a limit sleeve, and sets a limit plate parallel to the connecting bracket between the two positioning frames, which cooperates with the extended position of the rocker to avoid the rocker shaking and generating noise, while facilitating the lifting and lowering operation of the spare tire.

[0017] In this solution, a spare tire anti-wear pad is provided to protect the spare tire and prevent scratches on the spare tire. It is also beneficial to increase friction, prevent the spare tire from relative displacement due to the movement of the vehicle, and strengthen the limit protection of the spare tire.

[0018] The adjustment pad provided in this solution adjusts the horizontal height of the positioning frame when it is fixed to the rear crossbeam and the positioning crossbeam of the frame, balances the height difference between the rear crossbeam and the positioning crossbeam, thereby preventing squeezing between the spare tire and the frame, and avoiding wear and scratches on the spare tire. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0019] The drawings described herein are used to provide a further understanding of the present application and constitute a part of the present application. The illustrative embodiments of the present application and their descriptions are used to explain the present application and do not constitute an improper limitation on the present application. In the drawings:

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the installation structure of the spare tire rack in one embodiment of the present application;

[0021] Figure 2 This is a schematic structural diagram of a spare tire rack in one embodiment of the present utility model;

[0022] Figure 3 This is a structural schematic diagram of the spare tire rack from another angle in one embodiment of the present application;

[0023] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the assembly of the spare tire rack and the spare tire lifter in one embodiment of the present application.

[0024] Description of reference numerals:

[0025] 1-frame, 110-tail crossbeam, 111-positioning crossbeam, 2-positioning frame, 21-flat plate, 22-vertical plate, 23-positioning hole, 3-connecting bracket, 4-spare tire lifter, 41-rocker, 42-handheld terminal, 5-limiting sleeve, 51-limiting plate, 52-bending plate, 53-avoidance, 6-spare tire anti-wear pad, 7-adjustment pad, 8-spare tire. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0026] In order to more clearly illustrate the overall concept of the present application, a detailed description is given below in an illustrative manner in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0027] The following description sets forth many specific details to facilitate a thorough understanding of the present application. However, the present application may also be implemented in other ways than those described herein, and therefore, the scope of protection of the present application is not limited by the specific embodiments disclosed below. It should be noted that the embodiments of the present application and the features of each embodiment may be combined with each other unless there is a conflict.

[0028] In addition, in the description of the present application, it should be understood that the terms "top", "bottom", "inside", "outside", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc., indicating orientations or positional relationships, are based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing the present application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they cannot be understood as limitations on the present application.

[0029] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, terms such as "installed," "connected," "connect," and "fixed" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, they may refer to fixed connection, detachable connection, or integration; mechanical connection, electrical connection, or communication; direct connection or indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and internal communication between two components or interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of the above terms in this application based on specific circumstances.

[0030] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, a first feature "above" or "below" a second feature may be that the first and second features are in direct contact, or the first and second features are in indirect contact through an intermediate medium. In the description of this specification, the description with reference to the terms "one embodiment", "some embodiments", "example", "specific example", or "some examples" means that the specific features, structures, materials or characteristics described in conjunction with the embodiment or example are included in at least one embodiment or example of the present application. In this specification, the schematic representation of the above terms does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Moreover, the specific features, structures, materials or characteristics described may be combined in an appropriate manner in any one or more embodiments or examples.

[0031] The present application provides a spare tire rack, such as Figures 1 to 4 As shown, it includes two parallel positioning frames 2, a connecting bracket 3 is provided between the two positioning frames 2, each positioning frame 2 is provided with a positioning hole 23, and a fastener is provided at the positioning hole 23 to fix the positioning frame 2 to the frame 1, and a spare tire lifter 4 is provided between the two positioning frames 2. The spare tire lifter 4 includes a rocker 41, which extends in a direction parallel to the positioning frames 2, and the extended end forms a handheld end 42. The handheld end 42 extends obliquely to the right from the rear end of the frame 1, and the positioning frame 2 is provided with a positioning hole 23 for fixing the spare tire lifter 4.

[0032] The spare tire rack in this solution has a simple structure. The spare tire lifter 4 is fixed by the positioning frame 2, so that the rocker 41 extends from the rear end of the frame 1 to the right relative to the frame 1. The structure occupies a small space, can meet the need of equipping the vehicle with a spare tire 8, and meet the usage habit of parking on the right side and replacing the spare tire 8 from the right side, thereby improving operational safety.

[0033] In a preferred embodiment, the spare tire rack includes a limiting sleeve 5 through which the rocker 41 passes. The limiting sleeve 5 is located between the two positioning frames 2 and is connected to the vehicle frame 1 .

[0034] Furthermore, if Figures 1 to 4 As shown, the limiting sleeve 5 includes a limiting plate 51 with an avoidance opening 53. The limiting plate 51 is parallel to the connecting bracket 3. The handheld end 42 passes through the avoidance opening 53 and extends from the right rear of the frame 1. The limiting plate 51 limits the radial position of the rocker 41 to prevent the rocker 41 from shaking excessively or

[0035] Furthermore, the limiting sleeve 5 includes a bent plate 52 connecting the limiting plate 51 and the vehicle frame 1. The bent plate 52 is fixed to the vehicle frame 1 via fasteners. Because the limiting plate 51 needs to maintain the radial position of the rocker 41, the limiting plate 51 is designed to be parallel to the connecting bracket 3. The limiting plate 51 is located between the two positioning frames 2 and is not connected to the positioning frames 2. Therefore, the bent plate 52 is configured to bend relative to the limiting plate 51. The bending angle enables it to connect to the vehicle frame 1, thereby positioning the limiting sleeve 5 as a whole.

[0036] In this embodiment, the rocker 41 is limited and fixed by setting a limit sleeve 5, and a limit plate 51 is set parallel to the connecting bracket 3 between the two positioning frames 2, which cooperates with the extended position of the rocker 41 to prevent the rocker 41 from shaking and generating noise, while facilitating the lifting and lowering operation of the spare tire 8.

[0037] In addition, a flexible rubber ring is provided on the inner ring of the avoidance opening 53, and the rocker 41 abuts against the flexible rubber ring. On the one hand, it is beneficial to protect the rocker 41 and the limit plate 51 and reduce collision wear. On the other hand, it is beneficial to reduce or avoid the collision noise between the rocker 41 and the limit plate 51.

[0038] Preferably, the diameter of the avoidance opening 53 is larger to adapt to rockers 41 of different diameters. A flexible rubber ring is set according to the gap between the rocker 41 and the avoidance opening 53. The flexible rubber ring is fixed at the avoidance opening 53 so that the rocker 41 abuts against the flexible rubber ring, thereby further preventing the rocker 41 from shaking, enhancing its limiting effect, and reducing vibration noise.

[0039] In one embodiment, if Figure 1 As shown, the vehicle frame 1 includes a tail beam 110 at the end and a positioning beam 111 located in front of the tail beam 110 , and two positioning frames 2 are connected to the tail beam 110 and the positioning beam 111 so that the positioning frames 2 are fixed to the vehicle frame 1 .

[0040] It can be understood that the tail crossbeam 110 refers to the last crossbeam of the frame 1, and the positioning crossbeam 111 refers to the second-to-last crossbeam of the frame 1. There is a height difference between the two crossbeams. The two positioning frames 2 are tilted and fixed to the two crossbeams. The rocker 41 is parallel to the positioning frames 2, extending obliquely from the end of the frame 1 and tilted toward the right side of the vehicle, which is beneficial to safety when parking on the right side and removing the spare tire 8.

[0041] Furthermore, a pad is provided at the bottom of each positioning frame 2, and the pad is welded to the positioning frame 2.

[0042] Furthermore, if Figure 1 、 Figure 2 As shown, the pad includes a spare tire anti-wear pad 6 and an adjustment pad 7 , and the adjustment pad 7 is located between the positioning frame 2 and the tail crossbeam 110 .

[0043] In this solution, a spare tire anti-friction pad 6 is provided to protect the spare tire 8 and prevent scratches on the spare tire 8 . This is beneficial for increasing friction, preventing relative displacement of the spare tire 8 due to the movement of the vehicle, and strengthening the position limiting protection of the spare tire 8 .

[0044] The adjustment pad 7 is provided to adjust the horizontal height of the positioning frame 2 when the rear crossbeam 110 and the positioning crossbeam 111 of the frame 1 are fixed, and balance the height difference between the rear crossbeam 110 and the positioning crossbeam 111, thereby preventing the spare tire 8 from being squeezed between the frame 1 and avoiding wear and scratches on the spare tire 8.

[0045] In addition, if Figure 2 As shown, Figure 2 Four adjusting pads 7 are provided to eliminate the height difference between the tail beam 110 and the positioning beam 111 . It can be understood that the thickness of the adjusting pad 7 can be set according to actual conditions, and there is no limitation on the thickness of each adjusting pad 7 .

[0046] Preferably, each positioning frame 2 includes a flat plate 21 fixed to the vehicle frame 1 and a vertical plate 22 connected to the flat plate 21 . The two vertical plates 22 are located between the two flat plates 21 , and the spare tire lifter 4 is connected to the two vertical plates 22 respectively.

[0047] The flat plate 21 is connected to the rear crossbeam 110 and the positioning crossbeam 111 of the vehicle frame 1 by bolts, and the adjustment pad 7 is used to ensure that the spare tire 8 is in flat contact with the spare tire rack to prevent the spare tire 8 from tilting. The flat plate 21 is connected to the spare tire lifter 4 by the vertical plate 22, and the relative position between the two vertical plates 22 is ensured by the connecting bracket 3, thereby ensuring the reliability of the connection of the spare tire lifter 4 to the spare tire rack.

[0048] The vertical plate 22 in the present application solution is made of standard angle steel, which is easy to obtain, low in cost, and simple in process.

[0049] It is understandable that the flat plate 21 and the vertical plate 22 can be an integrated structure, formed by bending a standard angle steel piece, and then processing the positioning holes 23 thereon for installation.

[0050] The present solution also includes a vehicle, which is provided with a frame 1 , and the frame 1 is equipped with a spare tire rack as described in any of the above embodiments, thereby meeting the requirement of a vehicle with a spare tire 8 .

[0051] Anything not described in this application can be achieved by adopting or drawing on existing technologies.

[0052] The various embodiments in this specification are described in a progressive manner, and the same or similar parts between the various embodiments can be referred to each other. Each embodiment focuses on the differences from other embodiments.

[0053] The foregoing is merely an embodiment of the present application and is not intended to limit the present application. For those skilled in the art, the present application may have various changes and variations. Any modifications, equivalent replacements, improvements, etc. made within the spirit and principles of the present application should all be included within the scope of the claims of the present application.

Claims

1. A spare tire rack, characterized in that: It includes two parallel positioning frames, a connecting bracket is provided between the two positioning frames, each positioning frame is provided with a positioning hole, a fastener is provided at the positioning hole to fix the positioning frame to the frame, a spare tire lifter is provided between the two positioning frames, the spare tire lifter includes a rocker, the rocker extends in a direction parallel to the positioning frames, the extended end forms a handheld end, the handheld end extends obliquely to the right from the rear end of the frame, and the positioning frame is provided with a positioning hole for fixing the spare tire lifter.

2. The spare tire rack according to claim 1, characterized in that: The spare tire rack includes a limiting sleeve for the rocker to pass through, the limiting sleeve is located between the two positioning frames and is connected to the vehicle frame.

3. The spare tire rack according to claim 2, characterized in that: The limiting sleeve includes a limiting plate provided with an avoidance opening, the limiting plate is parallel to the connecting bracket, and the handheld end extends from the right rear of the frame after passing through the avoidance opening.

4. The spare tire rack according to claim 3, characterized in that: The limiting sleeve includes a bent plate connecting the limiting plate and the vehicle frame, and the bent plate is fixed to the vehicle frame via a fastener.

5. The spare tire rack according to claim 2, characterized in that: The vehicle frame includes a tail crossbeam at the end and a positioning crossbeam located in front of the tail crossbeam. The two positioning frames are connected to the tail crossbeam and the positioning crossbeam so that the positioning frames are fixed to the vehicle frame.

6. The spare tire rack according to claim 5, characterized in that: A pad is provided at the bottom of each positioning frame, and the pad is welded to the positioning frame.

7. The spare tire rack according to claim 6, characterized in that: The pad includes a spare tire anti-wear pad and an adjustment pad, and the adjustment pad is located between the positioning frame and the spare tire.

8. The spare tire rack according to claim 1, characterized in that: Each positioning frame includes a flat plate fixed to the vehicle frame and a vertical plate connected to the flat plate. Two vertical plates are located between the two flat plates, and the spare tire lifter is connected to the two vertical plates respectively.

9. A vehicle, characterized in that: The vehicle is provided with a frame, and the frame is equipped with the spare tire rack according to any one of claims 1 to 8.

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