Patent attributes
A fully integrated, self-contained, retrieving trailer hitch for use in coupling heavy laden trailers to large SUV's and RV's. The self-contained module is capable of being plugged directly into a vehicle tow bar hitch receiver and connected to the vehicle's electrical power supply. The module-retrieving hitch contains an integral retracting take-up reel with a cable extending through the docking housing and connected to an extendable docking guide member. The docking member which may be double reeved and adapted for removable connection to ball hitch assemblies generally used for insertion within vehicle tow bar receivers for coupling to a trailer hitch member. The docking guide member automatically locks the guide member within the docking housing upon docking. An interlock is provided for unlocking the docking member.
