South Africa's homegrown Olifant Mk2 tank takes center stage at AAD 2024

At the Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) 2024 exhibition, the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) showcased its impressive range of military vehicles, including the Olifant Mk2 main battle tank. This vehicle, an upgrade of the Olifant Mk1B, is a testament to South Africa's military innovation and its response to evolving battlefield challenges. Alongside the Ratel infantry fighting vehicle and the Rooikat armored reconnaissance vehicle, the Olifant Mk2 represents the SANDF’s ongoing commitment to maintaining a formidable armored force.