BendPak, a manufacturer of vehicle lifts and garage equipment, unveiled a one-of-a-kind custom pickup at the 2026 SEMA Show in Las Vegas.

Dubbed the Valor C10, the heavily modified 1970 Chevrolet C10 combines classic truck styling with modern performance and a tribute to the men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces.

The 750-horsepower pickup is BendPak's first custom-built vehicle, created in collaboration with Nostalgia Hot Rods.

"We call this build the Valor C10 — it was created to honor the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve in our armed forces, especially those who gave their lives in defense of our nation," said Jeff Kritzer, BendPak president and CEO. "BendPak proudly supports the military community. This serves as our way of saying thank you and reminding everyone that freedom isn't free."

The tribute also has personal significance for BendPak's leadership. Company founder Don Henthorn was a U.S. Army veteran, while Kritzer served as a U.S. Air Force C-130 loadmaster before transitioning to the Air National Guard. His father and son also served in the military.

Check out a video below or keep scrolling to learn more about the build!

What's Under the Hood of the Valor C10?

Built by Dustin Hacker and the team at Nostalgia Hot Rods, the Valor C10 is far from a typical restoration. The project started with a vintage Chevrolet C10, but by the time the build was complete, little of the original truck remained beyond its heavily modified cab.

"Most of the sheet metal is custom-fabricated, including the roof, hood, drip rails, floors, bumpers, engine bay and bed," Hacker explained. "Under the hood, there's a 376-cubic-inch V8 with a 2.9-liter Whipple supercharger. This thing will make 750 horsepower and drive like a dream."

The custom pickup also features a Speedtech Extreme G chassis, QA1 four-way adjustable coilovers, and a cantilever rear suspension. A Gearstar GM 6L80E six-speed automatic transmission handles shifting, while a Holley Terminator X Max system manages the engine.

Despite its lowered stance, the truck maintains more than 4.5 inches of usable ground clearance, allowing it to navigate driveways and speed bumps.

Other build highlights include MagnaFlow three-inch mufflers, Forgeline custom wheels, a custom aluminum driveshaft, and a wireless paddle-shifting system.

Custom Details With a Military Tribute

The Valor C10's metallic blue finish and red accents reference the American flag, with blue representing vigilance, perseverance, and justice, and red symbolizing hardiness and valor. Custom Valor C10 badges appear on both doors, while the red accents carry through to the brake calipers and engine.

Inside, the truck features a classic bench seat upholstered in two-tone gray Alcantara with blue stitching. Custom door panels and a matching headliner complete the interior.

Additional upgrades include custom Dapper Lighting headlights and taillights, Nu-Relics power windows, JL Audio components, and a Kenwood 6.8-inch head unit.

While the Valor C10 isn't headed for a commercial fleet, it's an interesting example of what's possible when classic truck design meets modern components, custom fabrication, and a little imagination.

For more photos, the complete build specifications, and a look behind the scenes, visit BendPak's Valor C10 project page.