Rooikat / South African Tank Destroyer

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Development of the Rooikat tank destroyer began in South African Republic in 1976. Production of this armored vehicle began in 1989. Around 240 of these tank destroyers were built. These replaced the ageing Eland armored cars in service with the South African National Defense Force.
The main goal was to develop a well armored wheeled vehicle, capable of operating far away from supply bases. Its armament should be capable of defeating tanks of all types, that were in service with neighboring countries.
The main role for the Rooikat tank destroyer is combat reconnaissance. Its secondary role is combat support and anti-guerilla operations. Vehicle was used for deep penetration missions across the border.
Front armor of the Rooikat provides protection against 23 mm armor-piercing rounds. All-round protection is against small-arms fire and artillery shell splinters. Hull floor has increased protection against mine blasts. The Rooikat tank destroyer is completed with an NBC protection system as standard. It is also is fitted with exhaust smoke generator and smoke grenade dischargers.
The Rooikat is fitted with a fully-stabilized GT4 76 mm main gun, which was developed from Italian OTO Melara naval gun. Despite its relatively small caliber at a range of 1,500 meters this high-velocity gun penetrates front armor of the tanks such as M48, T-54, T-55 and T-62, that were most widespread in that region. The gun is loaded manually. A total of 48 rounds of ammunition are carried for the main gun.
Vehicle was fitted with a modern fire control system. The Rooikat tank destroyer has a good fire accuracy at a range of 2,000 meters in day or night conditions and while firing on the move.
Secondary armament consists of two 7.62 mm machine guns. One of them is mounted coaxially with the main gun and another is placed on top of the turret roof.
Vehicle has a crew of four, including commander, gunner, loader and driver.
The Rooikat is powered by an unspecified V10 diesel engine, developing 563 horsepower. Engine is located at the rear. Its 8x8 configuration allows to maintain mobility after the loss of any wheel. This fire support vehicle is fitted with a central tyre inflation system. Vehicle is also equipped with run-flat inserts which allow mobility after the loss of pressure in all wheels. This tank destroyer is not amphibious.
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[@christobosman5710]

These military equipment that was designed and manufavctured in the good old South Africa was miles ahead of that of the world .

[@davidx1766]

Brilliant machine

[@konradson]

In high school I had a Rooikat in the cover of my folder where I kept my notes I took in class. Over 30 years ago...

[@Militaryheritage]

It's literally not a tank destroyer but an armoured car. The principal tasks of the Rooikat as set out by the SADF included combat reconnaissance, seek and destroy operations, combat support, anti-armor and anti-guerrilla operations. Present SANDF doctrine emphasizes combat operations on combat reconnaissance, harassment of enemy concentrations and rear guard units, disruption of enemy cohesion, logistical centres and supply trains and attacking targets of opportunity.

[@gerhaldlaubscher8321]

Once the pride of South Africa.

[@waylonk2453]

2:46 Homie almost got swamped there XD

[@eliassolomou980]

My favourite recce vehicle

[@waylonk2453]

That discord notification sound at 2:17 got me

[@puppydog2590]

The turret is used in the Sabra light tank of the Philippine army.

[@lalboyhaokip4596]

Bro please we want to know F-22 raptor or J-20 which is most advanced technology

[@konradson]

Chinese are decades backwards. The US is several steps forward. Chinese engines are not stealth 5th Gen engines. Their radar, is not AESA, their electronics... and so on... It has the shape of a 5th gen plane, but it is not. Russia's Su-57 isn't 5th Gen Either. The only 2 serving 5th Gen planes are F-22 and F-35

[@lalboyhaokip4596]

@@konradson Really right! I also think that Chinese J20 is only in picture not in reality f22 raptor is the world most advanced fighters jet in the world 🌎🌎🌎 i think

[@richardmphahlaphahla3119]

😀

[@wernervanderwalt8541]

Not a tank destroyer! Armored Reconnaissance vehicle. Never saw action in Angola. Get your facts straight!q

[@hughdavies7150]

Armoured