Suspended rear engine subframe - supports rear axle and can rotate about the longitudinal and transverse vehicle axes

摘要

The subframe for all-terrain leisure vehicles comprises a chassis (2) supporting the engine and rear axle which can rotate about the longitudinal and transverse axes of the vehicle. The front of the chassis is secured to an arm (1) about a longitudinal axis (16) whilst the arm itself is attached about a transverse axis (8) to a cross-member (7) the ends (6) of which are secured to the vehicle superstructure. The rear of the chassis is suspended by two telescopic spring/damper units (9) and incorporates a roller (3) which is guided by an aperture in a bracket (4) extending from the vehicle superstructure.