LOADING ASSEMBLY FOR TRAILERS AND VEHICLES

A loading assembly for a trailer or vehicle is provided. The loading assembly includes a ramp portion pivotally coupled to the trailer or vehicle by a spring-assisted hinge mechanism. The spring-assisted hinge mechanism facilitates movement of the ramp portion between a neutral position in which the ramp portion is elevated above a ground surface and a loading position in which the ramp portion is flush with the ground surface. The ramp portion may also include a portion that can be extended from the base to accommodate trailers or vehicles of varying heights.