Internally Mounted Vehicle Steps

Normally manually operated they come either as a flip-over or a fold-out unit, with the advantage of being fully protected from the harsh environment found underneath a vehicle and they do not compromise the ground clearance. The flip-over unit, when stowed, forms part of the cab floor in a specially constructed step well. When deployed, it forms a second step tread. The internal fold-out step offers the two-step drop of the flip-over unit but avoids the need for expensive bodywork alterations. This step is simply bolted to the vehicle floor and deploys out through the door opening. However, when it is stowed, it will block its doorway. An alternative clear emergency access, such as though a rear door, must therefore be available if this type of step is to be considered.