C/M Trophy & Practical Trucks

 

S.B.G - CIG 

C/M Trophy & Practical Trucks 

WHAT WE OFFER IN TRUCKS

Trophy & Practical Trucks for personal & commercial use

Dual wishbone or dual wishbone + rear flat linkage similar to a motocrosser

A specific towing payload design 

No leaf-springs 

Already designed by Sydney Nicola Bennett & team 2018-2026 

Madison Koslov Bennett is elected in charge of S.B.G - CIG brands & devisions including C/M since 2025-2026. She with engineers decode alongside a legal team as to production offerings. The thinner Madison in the family as we have two. A relative on US Soil not Canadian or European if not Australian or New Zealander

A slightly not as thin Madison exists. Thin, average & the more plumbers Bennett's 

A TROPHY TRUCK 

A trophy truck is an ultra-high-performance, custom-built off-road racing vehicle designed to cross brutal desert terrain at speeds exceeding 100 mph. 

Key Specifications and Design

Engine: Naturally aspirated or forced-induction V8 engines producing anywhere from 800 to over 1,100 horsepower. 

Suspension: Advanced long-travel independent front A-arms and rear linked setups offering roughly 24 inches of wheel travel in the front and 32 to 36 inches in the rear. 

Chassis: Heavy-duty 4130 chromoly steel tube-frame construction wrapped in lightweight fiberglass or carbon-composite body panels. 

Drivetrain: Traditionally rear-wheel drive (RWD), though modern builds increasingly utilize all-wheel drive (AWD) capabilities. 

Weight: Typically weighs around 7,000 lbs, including massive off-road tires, specialized bypass shocks, and a large fuel cell (often 70 to 100+ gallons). 

Racing and Classes

Trophy trucks (also known as "trick trucks" in some desert racing leagues) compete in grueling endurance events like the SCORE International Baja 1000 and Baja 500. The premier unlimited class features minimal construction rules to allow maximum engineering freedom, while more economical restricted classes like the 6100 Spec TT use sealed engines to keep competition tight and costs lower. Full custom race-ready vehicles often start upwards of $550,000 to $1,000,000+

DUAL WISHBONE 

A double wishbone truck suspension is an independent suspension system that uses two V- or A-shaped control arms (upper and lower wishbones) to connect each wheel to the truck chassis. 

How It Works

Upper & Lower Control Arms: Two arms of unequal length (often called a Short-Long Arm or SLA setup) connect the steering knuckle to the frame.

Springs & Dampers: A coil spring, torsion bar, or coil-over shock absorber sits between the control arms (usually anchored to the lower arm) to absorb road impacts and support the truck's weight. 

Independent Movement: Each wheel moves up and down separately without directly affecting the opposite wheel. 

Key Advantages for Trucks

Better Handling & Cornering: Keeps the tire's contact patch flat on the ground during body roll and cornering. 

Precise Geometry Control: Manages camber and toe angles more effectively than a standard MacPherson strut or solid-axle setup.

Durability & Off-Road Stability: Distributes loads across multiple pivot points and ball joints, making it popular for independent front suspensions (IFS) on modern pickup trucks and performance off-road builds. 

Disadvantages

Complexity: Features more moving parts (bushings, ball joints, and arms) that require regular inspection and maintenance. 

Packaging & Cost: Takes up more physical space under the truck and costs more to manufacture or upgrade than solid-axle or basic strut layouts.


TROPHY TRUCK SUSPENSION 

Trophy truck suspension systems feature nearly 3 feet of wheel travel (about 24 inches in the front and up to 32 inches in the rear) to absorb massive desert impacts at speeds exceeding 100 mph. 

Key Design and Components

Front Suspension: Custom long-travel independent A-arm setup engineered for maximum ground clearance and precise steering control.

Rear Suspension: Custom 4-link rear suspension with long trailing arms and a triangulated upper bar setup for heavy articulation and stability. 

Shock Absorbers: Large-diameter bypass shocks (often external or internal bypass designs) paired with coil-over shocks to control high-speed fluid movement and prevent harsh bottoming out. 

Spring Setup: Dual-spring progressive-rate setups with a sliding middle retainer to ensure smooth performance across both small ripples and massive drops without spring binding. 

Hydraulic Bump Stops: Heavy-duty secondary compression stops that catch the suspension right at the end of its stroke during extreme landings. 

Custom Tuning: Specialized engineering and custom valving—such as services from the Suspension Development Group—are commonly tailored to specific vehicle weight, driver style, and terrain. 

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