UTV tail tow hook

Abstract

The utility model relates to the field of tow hooks, and particularly discloses a UTV tail tow hook which comprises a connecting arm with an opening in the upper end; the dragging ball is fixedly arranged on the connecting arm and is positioned at one end of the opening; the blocking piece is rotationally arranged on the connecting arm and located at the other end of the opening, the blocking piece rotates in the horizontal direction relative to the connecting arm, the blocking piece has a closed state and an open state, when the blocking piece is in the closed state, the connecting arm, the dragging ball and the blocking piece form a closed-loop connecting cavity, and when the blocking piece is in the open state, one end of the blocking piece moves away from the opening. When the blocking piece is in the open state, the situation that an external lifting appliance stretches into the connecting cavity is not disturbed, the blocking piece does not interfere with the structure of the tail of the UTV either, and the tow hook is convenient to use.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of trailer hitches, and in particular to UTV rear trailer hitches. Background Technology

[0002] All-terrain vehicles (ATVs) are vehicles capable of traversing any terrain, moving freely on surfaces where ordinary vehicles struggle. UTVs (Utility Terrain Vehicles) broadly refer to ATVs, generally known as practical multi-functional ATVs. Their primary transmission system is the engine, a four-wheeled motorized vehicle designed based on its horsepower and torque. These vehicles are simple and practical, with excellent off-road performance. They feature wide tires that increase the contact area with the ground, generating greater friction and reducing the vehicle's pressure on the ground, making them easy to traverse beaches, riverbeds, forest trails, streams, and harsh desert terrain. They can carry people or transport goods.

[0003] Tow hooks are typically installed at the rear of a vehicle and can be used to tow objects or rescue stranded vehicles. U-shaped tow hooks are a common type. Existing U-shaped tow hooks generally consist of a U-shaped hook and a cover to close the opening on the hook. When using the tow hook with the cover open, the cover may interfere with spare tires, spare fuel tanks, rescue tools, or other equipment suspended on the rear of the vehicle, preventing it from opening properly and hindering towing operations.

[0004] Chinese patent application publication number CN213322538U, published on June 1, 2021, entitled "An Inward-Flip Tow Hook," discloses an inward-flip tow hook. It includes a U-shaped arm, a top cover, a tow ball, and an expansion socket located at the front end of the main arm. The inward-flip top cover solves the problem of interference between an upward-flipping top cover and the rear-mounted load-bearing device of a vehicle. However, in this tow hook, the inward-flipping top cover extends into the U-shaped arm, occupying the opening space and the internal space of the U-shaped arm, interfering with the installation of lifting devices inside the U-shaped arm, making it difficult to install large-sized lifting devices. Utility Model Content

[0005] In order to overcome the interference problem between the inner flap trailer hook and the outer flap trailer hook in the prior art when installing the spreader, this application provides a UTV rear trailer hook.

[0006] The UTV rear trailer hitch provided in this application adopts the following technical solution:

[0007] include:

[0008] Connecting arm with an opening at the upper end;

[0009] The ball is fixedly mounted on the connecting arm and located at one end of the opening;

[0010] The stop is rotatably mounted on the connecting arm and located at the other end of the opening. The stop rotates horizontally relative to the connecting arm. The stop has a closed state and an open state. When the stop is in the closed state, the connecting arm, the drag ball and the stop form a closed-loop connecting cavity. When the stop is in the open state, one end of the stop moves away from the opening.

[0011] By adopting the above technical solution, when the stop is in the closed state, it overcomes the interference problem that exists in the existing technology when installing the lifting device between the inner flip-top trailer hook and the outer flip-top trailer hook; when the stop is in the open state, it will not interfere with the external lifting device extending into the connecting cavity, nor will it interfere with the structure of the UTV tail, thus facilitating the use of the trailer hook.

[0012] In one possible implementation, the stop includes:

[0013] A fixing block is fixedly mounted on the connecting arm;

[0014] The first pin is rotatably mounted on the fixed block;

[0015] The baffle is fixedly mounted on the first pin.

[0016] The first pin is equipped with a locking element for preventing the baffle from rotating.

[0017] In one possible implementation, the locking element includes:

[0018] A connecting ring is located on one end of the first pin.

[0019] The second pin is rotatably mounted on the fixed block;

[0020] The push rod is fixedly mounted on the second pin.

[0021] The push plate is fixedly mounted on one end of the push rod;

[0022] The knob is connected to the top rod at one end and to the fixing block at the other end;

[0023] The connecting ring has a slot for inserting the top rod.

[0024] In one possible implementation, the baffle has fixed shafts at both ends, and the fixed shafts have first R-pins.

[0025] In one possible implementation, a first limiting post and a second limiting post are provided at both ends of the baffle, and the first limiting post and the second limiting post are respectively located at both ends of the first R pin.

[0026] In one possible implementation, the UTV rear trailer hitch also includes an inclined plate fixed to the connecting arm and a pin passing through the connecting arm and the inclined plate.

[0027] In one possible implementation, a second R-pin is provided on one end of the pin.

[0028] In one possible implementation, a latch is provided on the end of the pin away from the second R-pin, a connecting piece is provided on the connecting arm, a through hole is provided on the connecting piece, a connecting rope is wound around one end of the second R-pin, and one end of the connecting rope passes through the through hole and is connected to the other end of the latch and the second R-pin in sequence.

[0029] In one possible implementation, the connecting arm includes:

[0030] The first connecting plate is fixedly installed on the rear of the vehicle;

[0031] The second connecting plate is fixedly mounted on the first connecting plate;

[0032] The third connecting plate is fixedly installed on the rear of the vehicle;

[0033] There is a certain angle between the second connecting plate and the third connecting plate, which is in the range of 50-70°.

[0034] In one possible implementation, a reinforcing plate is provided between the first connecting plate and the second connecting plate.

[0035] In summary, this application includes the following beneficial technical effects: when the stop is in the closed state, it overcomes the interference problem existing in the prior art when installing the spreader on the inner flip-top trailer hook and the outer flip-top trailer hook; when the stop is in the open state, it will not interfere with the external spreader extending into the connecting cavity, nor will it interfere with the structure of the UTV tail, thus facilitating the use of the trailer hook. Attached Figure Description

[0036] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of an embodiment of this application;

[0037] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 An enlarged schematic diagram of part A in the middle;

[0038] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 Enlarged schematic diagram of part B;

[0039] Figure 4 yes Figure 2 An enlarged schematic diagram of section C;

[0040] Figure 5 yes Figure 2 An enlarged schematic diagram of section D in the middle;

[0041] Figure 6 This is a structural schematic diagram as part of an embodiment, mainly showing the connecting arm structure.

[0042] Reference numerals: 1. Connecting arm; 2. Ball carrier; 3. Inclined plate; 4. Pin; 5. Opening; 6. Connecting cavity; 7. Fixing block; 8. First pin; 9. Baffle; 10. Locking element; 11. Connecting ring; 12. Second pin; 13. Push rod; 14. Push plate; 15. Knob; 16. Slot; 17. Fixing shaft; 18. First R-pin; 19. First limiting post; 20. Second limiting post; 21. Second R-pin; 22. Lock; 23. Connecting piece; 24. Connecting rope; 25. First connecting plate; 26. Second connecting plate; 27. Third connecting plate; 28. Reinforcing plate. Detailed Implementation

[0043] The following is in conjunction with the appendix Figure 1-6 This application will be described in further detail.

[0044] First, those skilled in the art should understand that these embodiments are merely used to explain the technical principles of the embodiments of this application and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of the embodiments of this application. Those skilled in the art can make adjustments as needed to adapt to specific application scenarios.

[0045] In the description of the embodiments of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "connected" and "linked" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in the embodiments of this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0046] In the embodiments of this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first feature is in direct contact with the second feature, or that the first feature is in indirect contact with the second feature through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "on top of," and "over" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0047] Reference Figure 1-6The UTV rear tow hook includes a connecting arm 1, a towing ball 2, an inclined plate 3, a pin 4, and a stop. The connecting arm 1 has an opening 5 at its upper end. The towing ball 2 is fixedly mounted on the connecting arm 1 and located at one end of the opening 5. The inclined plate 3 is fixedly mounted on the connecting arm 1. The pin 4 passes through the connecting arm 1 and the inclined plate 3, facilitating the pulling of items. The stop is rotatably mounted on the connecting arm 1 and located at the other end of the opening 5. The stop rotates horizontally relative to the connecting arm 1 and has a closed state and an open state. When the stop is in the closed state, the connecting arm 1, the towing ball 2, and the stop form a closed-loop connecting cavity 6. When the stop is in the open state, one end of the stop moves away from the opening 5. When the stop is in the closed state, it overcomes the interference problem existing in the installation of lifting gear in the internal and external flip-top tow hooks of the prior art. When the stop is in the open state, it will not interfere with the external lifting gear extending into the connecting cavity 6, nor will it interfere with the structure of the UTV rear, facilitating the use of the tow hook.

[0048] The stop includes a fixing block 7, a first pin 8, and a baffle 9. The fixing block 7 is fixedly mounted on the connecting arm 1, the first pin 8 is rotatably mounted on the fixing block 7, and the baffle 9 is fixedly mounted on the first pin 8. The first pin 8 is provided with a locking element 10 for locking the rotation of the baffle 9. Specifically, the locking element 10 includes a connecting ring 11, a second pin 12, a push rod 13, a push plate 14, and a knob part 15. The connecting ring 11 is located on one end of the first pin 8, the second pin 12 is rotatably mounted on the fixing block 7, the push rod 13 is fixedly mounted on the second pin 12, the push plate 14 is fixedly mounted on one end of the push rod 13, one end of the knob part 15 is connected to the push rod 13, and the other end is connected to the fixing block 7. The knob part 15 is a torsion spring, and the connecting ring 11 has a slot 16 for inserting the push rod 13. When it is necessary to open the stop, first press the stop 9 toward the connecting arm 1 to disengage the push rod 13 from the slot 16. Then press the push plate 14 downward to move the push rod 13 upward and stretch the knob 15. Then rotate the stop 9 upward to insert the tow rope into the connecting cavity 6. Then rotate the stop 9 downward to return to its original position. Release the push plate 14 to allow the push rod 13 to re-insert into the slot 16, thus limiting and fixing the stop 9 to ensure that the stop 9 will not shift and thus prevent the two vehicles from uncoupling during operation.

[0049] The baffle 9 has fixed shafts 17 at both ends, and first R-pins 18 are provided on the fixed shafts 17. The first R-pins 18 can act as handles to facilitate the rotation of the baffle 9.

[0050] The baffle 9 has a first limiting post 19 and a second limiting post 20 at both ends, which are located at the two ends of the first R-pin 18, respectively. This limits the rotation angle of the baffle 9.

[0051] A second R-pin 21 is provided on one end of the pin 4, and a latch 22 is provided on the end of the pin 4 away from the second R-pin 21. A connecting piece 23 is provided on the connecting arm 1, and a through hole is opened on the connecting piece 23. A connecting rope 24 is wound around one end of the second R-pin 21, and one end of the connecting rope 24 passes through the through hole and is connected to the other end of the latch 22 and the second R-pin 21 in sequence. The pin 4 is limited by the action of the second R-pin 21 and the connecting rope 24.

[0052] The connecting arm 1 includes a first connecting plate 25, a second connecting plate 26, and a third connecting plate 27. The first connecting plate 25 is fixedly mounted on the rear of the vehicle, the second connecting plate 26 is fixedly mounted on the first connecting plate 25, and the third connecting plate 27 is fixedly mounted on the rear of the vehicle. A reinforcing plate 28 is provided between the first connecting plate 25 and the second connecting plate 26. The second connecting plate 26 and the third connecting plate 27 have a certain included angle, which is in the range of 50-70°.

[0053] In the description of the embodiments of this application, it should be noted that the terms "inner" and "outer" and other terms indicating direction or positional relationship are based on the direction or positional relationship shown in the drawings. This is only for the convenience of description and does not indicate or imply that the device or component must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, it should not be construed as a limitation of this application.

[0054] In the description of this application, the references to terms such as "an embodiment," "some embodiments," "in this embodiment," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., refer to specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with that embodiment or example, which are included in at least one embodiment or example of this application. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in a suitable manner in any one or more embodiments or examples. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or examples.

[0055] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of this application, but the scope of protection of this application is not limited thereto. Any variations or substitutions that can be easily conceived by those skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in this application should be included within the scope of protection of this application. Therefore, the scope of protection of this application should be determined by the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A UTV rear trailer hitch, characterized in that: include: Connecting arm (1), with an opening (5) at the upper end; The ball (2) is fixedly mounted on the connecting arm (1) and located at one end of the opening (5); The stop is rotatably mounted on the connecting arm (1) and located at the other end of the opening (5). The stop rotates horizontally relative to the connecting arm (1). The stop has a closed state and an open state. When the stop is in the closed state, the connecting arm (1), the ball (2) and the stop form a closed-loop connecting cavity (6). When the stop is in the open state, one end of the stop moves away from the opening (5).

2. The UTV rear trailer hitch according to claim 1, characterized in that: The stop includes: A fixing block (7) is fixedly mounted on the connecting arm (1); The first pin (8) is rotatably mounted on the fixed block (7); A baffle (9) is fixedly mounted on the first pin (8); The first pin (8) is provided with a locking element (10) for locking the baffle (9) from rotating.

3. The UTV rear trailer hitch according to claim 2, characterized in that: The locking element (10) includes: A connecting ring (11) is provided on one end of the first pin (8); The second pin (12) is rotatably mounted on the fixed block (7); The push rod (13) is fixedly mounted on the second pin (12); A push plate (14) is fixedly mounted on one end of the top rod (13); The knob (15) is connected at one end to the top rod (13) and at the other end to the fixing block (7); The connecting ring (11) has a slot (16) for inserting the top rod (13).

4. The UTV rear trailer hitch according to claim 2, characterized in that: The baffle (9) has fixed shafts (17) at both ends, and the fixed shafts (17) have first R pins (18).

5. The UTV rear trailer hitch according to claim 4, characterized in that: The baffle (9) is provided with a first limiting post (19) and a second limiting post (20) at both ends, and the first limiting post (19) and the second limiting post (20) are respectively located at both ends of the first R pin (18).

6. The UTV rear trailer hitch according to claim 1, characterized in that: The UTV rear trailer hitch also includes an inclined plate (3) fixed on the connecting arm (1) and a pin (4) passing through the connecting arm (1) and the inclined plate (3).

7. The UTV rear trailer hitch according to claim 6, characterized in that: A second R-pin (21) is provided on one end of the pin (4).

8. The UTV rear trailer hitch according to claim 7, characterized in that: The pin (4) is provided with a buckle (22) at the end away from the second R pin (21), the connecting arm (1) is provided with a connecting piece (23), the connecting piece (23) is provided with a through hole, a connecting rope (24) is wound around one end of the second R pin (21), and one end of the connecting rope (24) passes through the through hole and is connected to the buckle (22) and the other end of the second R pin (21) in sequence.

9. The UTV rear trailer hitch according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connecting arm (1) includes: The first connecting plate (25) is fixedly installed on the rear of the vehicle; The second connecting plate (26) is fixedly mounted on the first connecting plate (25); The third connecting plate (27) is fixedly installed on the rear of the vehicle; The second connecting plate (26) and the third connecting plate (27) have a certain included angle, which is in the range of 50-70°.

10. The UTV rear trailer hitch according to claim 9, characterized in that: A reinforcing plate (28) is provided between the first connecting plate (25) and the second connecting plate (26).

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