Automobile fuel tank capable of storing spare tire

By installing a fuel tank around the spare tire at the bottom of the car, the problems of cumbersome spare tire installation and inefficient space utilization are solved, thereby increasing fuel storage space and maintaining emergency response capabilities.

CN223764571UActive Publication Date: 2026-01-06张昕雷
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202520221029.6
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-02-12
Publication Date
2026-01-06
Estimated Expiration
2035-02-12

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

The existing technology for installing a spare tire at the bottom of a car is cumbersome and affects emergency preparedness, and the chassis space is not used efficiently, failing to make effective use of the idle space around the spare tire.

Method used

Design a car fuel tank that can accommodate a spare tire. By installing a mounting bracket and fuel tank around the spare tire and connecting them to the car chassis with bolts, the fuel tank and spare tire can coexist, maintaining the original layout. The fuel tank fits the shape of the chassis and tire, and the interface is treated with a sealing process.

Benefits of technology

Without altering the original vehicle layout, the fuel storage space was increased, improving space utilization efficiency and maintaining the availability of emergency tires.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses an automobile fuel tank capable of storing a spare tire, which comprises a mounting rack main body, a spare tire fixing lug is arranged at the center of the mounting rack main body, fuel tanks are arranged on the side parts of the two sides of the mounting rack main body, the mounting rack main body is also provided with a fuel outlet and an exhaust port, and mounting plates are symmetrically arranged on the two sides of the mounting rack main body. And a plurality of groups of bolt fixing holes are formed in the central positions of the front ends of the mounting plate and the mounting rack main body. The utility model belongs to the technical field of automobile parts, and particularly relates to an automobile fuel tank capable of accommodating a spare tire, which innovatively utilizes the idle space around the spare tire to realize the installation of an auxiliary fuel tank, and increases the fuel storage space on the premise of not changing the original layout of an automobile and the position of the spare tire. Compared with a traditional mode that the spare tire needs to be removed and the auxiliary fuel tank needs to be installed, the space utilization efficiency of the vehicle is greatly improved, and the original emergency guarantee capacity of the vehicle is kept.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of automotive parts technology, specifically referring to a car fuel tank that can accommodate a spare tire. Background Technology

[0002] An auxiliary fuel tank is a special fuel storage device that typically supplements the main fuel tank. It uses an intelligent valve to manage fuel levels and provide alerts. Its working principle is that when the main fuel tank is low, the valve automatically switches to the auxiliary tank to ensure a sufficient fuel supply during vehicle operation. The spare tire located under the chassis is a spare tire used to replace a faulty tire while driving, ensuring the vehicle can continue to operate safely.

[0003] The existing technology has the following shortcomings: 1. Limitations of current installation methods: For vehicles with under-mounted spare tires, current auxiliary fuel tank installation often requires removing the spare tire. This process is not only cumbersome and disrupts the original vehicle layout, but also deprives the vehicle of emergency tire protection. For example, when driving long distances off-road or in remote areas, if a tire problem occurs, the lack of a spare tire will cause great inconvenience and safety hazards; 2. Inefficient use of space: The space under the vehicle chassis is limited, and a large amount of unused space around the spare tire is not fully utilized. Traditional designs ignore the potential of this space, failing to achieve efficient space utilization and affecting the overall functional expansion of the vehicle. Utility Model Content

[0004] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is the limitation of the installation method and the unreasonable use of space in the prior art.

[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows:

[0006] A car fuel tank capable of storing a spare tire includes a mounting bracket body. The mounting bracket body has a spare tire fixing protrusion at its center. Fuel tanks are provided on both sides of the mounting bracket body. The mounting bracket body also has an oil outlet and an exhaust outlet. Mounting plates are symmetrically provided on both sides of the mounting bracket body. Several sets of bolt fixing holes are provided at the center of the front end of both the mounting plates and the mounting bracket body.

[0007] Preferably, both the mounting frame body and the oil tank are hollow and interconnected.

[0008] Preferably, the center of the mounting bracket is concave and conforms to the shape of the tire, the outer shape of the fuel tank conforms to the spatial contour of the vehicle chassis, and the inner shape conforms to the shape of the tire.

[0009] Preferably, the mounting bracket body and the oil tank are made of plastic.

[0010] Preferably, all interfaces and welds of the mounting bracket body and the oil tank are treated with advanced sealing technology.

[0011] Preferably, the bolt is threaded through the bolt fixing hole, and the mounting bracket body and the oil tank are connected to the vehicle chassis by bolts.

[0012] Preferably, the mounting bracket body and the oil tank are provided with rubber shock-absorbing pads at the contact points with the vehicle chassis.

[0013] The beneficial effects of this utility model by adopting the above structure are as follows:

[0014] This innovative device utilizes the unused space around the spare tire to install an auxiliary fuel tank, increasing fuel storage space without altering the vehicle's original layout or spare tire location. Compared to the traditional method of removing the spare tire to install an auxiliary fuel tank, it significantly improves vehicle space utilization efficiency while maintaining the vehicle's original emergency response capabilities. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an embodiment of the present utility model. Figure 1 ;

[0016] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an embodiment of the present utility model. Figure 2 ;

[0017] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an embodiment of the present utility model. Figure 3 ;

[0018] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an embodiment of the present utility model. Figure 4 ;

[0019] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an embodiment of the present utility model. Figure 5 .

[0020] The components include: 1. Mounting frame body; 2. Spare tire fixing protrusion; 3. Oil tank; 4. Oil outlet; 5. Exhaust port; 6. Mounting plate; 7. Bolt fixing hole; 8. Bolt; and 9. Rubber shock-absorbing pad. Detailed Implementation

[0021] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of the present utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present utility model without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0022] like Figure 1-5As shown, a car fuel tank capable of storing a spare tire includes a mounting bracket body 1. A spare tire fixing protrusion 2 is provided at the center of the mounting bracket body 1. Fuel tanks 3 are provided on both sides of the mounting bracket body 1. The mounting bracket body 1 is also provided with an oil outlet 4 and an exhaust outlet 5. Mounting plates 6 are symmetrically provided on both sides of the mounting bracket body 1. Several sets of bolt fixing holes 7 are provided at the center of the front end of the mounting plates 6 and the mounting bracket body 1. Bolts 8 are threaded through the bolt fixing holes 7. The mounting bracket body 1 and the fuel tanks 3 are connected to the car chassis by bolts 8. Rubber shock-absorbing pads 9 are provided at the contact points between the mounting bracket body 1 and the fuel tanks 3 and the car chassis to reduce buffering and vibration and enhance stability.

[0023] like Figure 1-5 As shown, the mounting bracket body 1 and the fuel tank 3 are both hollow and interconnected. The center of the mounting bracket body 1 is concave and fits the shape of the tire. The outer shape of the fuel tank 3 fits the spatial outline of the car chassis and the inner shape fits the shape of the tire.

[0024] like Figure 1-5 As shown, the mounting bracket body 1 and the fuel tank are made of plastic, which has the characteristics of high strength, lightweight and strong corrosion resistance. All interfaces and welds of the mounting bracket body 1 and the fuel tank 3 are treated with advanced sealing technology to prevent fuel leakage.

[0025] In practical use, first, the mounting bracket body 1 is placed in a suitable position on the car chassis. Bolts are threaded through the bolt fixing holes 7 to the car chassis. Then, the spare tire is installed onto the spare tire fixing protrusion 2 to complete the installation. Because the fuel tank cleverly utilizes the space around the spare tire, it does not affect the normal removal and installation of the spare tire. When maintenance operations such as inspection, replacement, or inflation of the spare tire are required, the spare tire can be easily removed following the original vehicle procedure, without being affected by the auxiliary fuel tank. In summary, this device innovatively utilizes the unused space around the spare tire to achieve the installation of an auxiliary fuel tank, increasing fuel storage space without changing the original vehicle layout and spare tire position. Compared to the traditional method of removing the spare tire to install an auxiliary fuel tank, it greatly improves the vehicle's space utilization efficiency and maintains the vehicle's original emergency response capabilities.

[0026] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

[0027] The present invention and its embodiments have been described above. This description is not restrictive, and the accompanying drawings are only one embodiment of the present invention; the actual structure is not limited thereto. In conclusion, if those skilled in the art are inspired by this description and design similar structures and embodiments without departing from the inventive spirit of the present invention, such designs should fall within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A spare tire stowable automobile fuel tank comprising a mounting frame body, characterized in that: The center of the mounting frame body is provided with a spare tire fixing protrusion, both sides of the mounting frame body are provided with oil tanks, the mounting frame body is further provided with an oil outlet and an exhaust port, both sides of the mounting frame body are symmetrically provided with mounting plates, and the mounting plates and the mounting frame body are both provided with a plurality of groups of bolt fixing holes at the center of the front end.

2. The fuel tank according to claim 1, wherein: The mounting frame body and the oil tank are both hollow and communicate with each other.

3. The fuel tank according to claim 2, wherein: The center of the mounting frame body is concave and fits the shape of the tire, the shape of the outer side of the oil tank fits the space profile of the automobile chassis, and the shape of the inner side of the oil tank fits the shape of the tire.

4. The fuel tank according to claim 3, wherein: The mounting frame body and the oil tank are made of plastic.

5. The fuel tank according to claim 4, wherein: All interfaces and welding parts of the mounting frame body and the oil tank are treated by advanced sealing process.

6. The fuel tank according to claim 5, wherein: The bolt fixing holes are threaded through bolts, and the mounting frame body and the oil tank are connected with the automobile chassis by the bolts.

7. The fuel tank according to claim 6, wherein: Rubber shock-absorbing pads are arranged at the contact positions of the mounting frame body and the oil tank and the automobile chassis.