About TIBS Transport

Proudly South African armoured vehicle refurbishment since 1986

ArmouredVehicles.co.za is the marketing platform of TIBS TRANSPORT, a Proudly South African company involved in the refurbishment of ex-military and ex-police vehicles since 1986.

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Vehicle History

The history behind these South African armoured vehicles

About Armoured Vehicles

Learn about Armoured Vehicles and our work in South Africa. ArmouredVehicles.co.za serves as the marketing platform for TIBS Transport.

Our team has worked with former military and police vehicles since 1986. In addition, we have focused on armoured vehicles since 2002.

About Our Armoured Vehicle Experience

We have built strong knowledge through years of practical work. Our team sources, checks, restores and prepares specialist vehicles.

We also adjust vehicles to meet customer needs. As a result, buyers receive a vehicle that suits its planned role.

South African Vehicle Refurbishment

Our early work included vehicles such as the Samil, Samag and Sakom. This work helped us gain useful fleet knowledge.

Later, we expanded our work into armoured vehicles. We purchased vehicles from the South African Police Service and the South African National Defence Force.

Armoured Vehicles for Specialist Operations

Our vehicles support many types of work. For example, customers use them for security, patrol and peacekeeping tasks.

They may also support mining, cash transport and specialist field work. Therefore, we first review the buyer’s needs.

Vehicle Refurbishment to Customer Needs

Each customer has different needs. First, we review the vehicle type and planned use.

Next, we discuss the required repairs, layout and extra equipment. Our team then prepares the vehicle for its intended role.

Armoured Vehicle Permits and Compliance

TIBS Transport holds registration and marketing permits for this specialist market. These permits support the legal marketing of armoured vehicles.

However, every buyer must meet the required legal rules. Sales may need permits, licences and official approval.

For official information, visit the South African Government website.

Armoured Vehicle Support Across Africa

We assist private companies, government groups and approved organisations across Africa. In addition, we support both single vehicle and fleet enquiries.

Our team provides clear details about vehicle use, condition and available support. This helps buyers make informed choices.

Explore Our Armoured Vehicle Range

View our armoured vehicles for sale to explore available vehicle types.

You can also review our logistical support vehicles and after market support services.

Contact Armoured Vehicles

Contact our team with your vehicle type, location and planned use. We can then provide more useful information.

Visit our contact page to ask about vehicle details, availability and support.
1986

Refurbishment roots

Practical fleet knowledge begins

The business history starts with the refurbishment of ex-military vehicles like the Samil, Samag and Sakom. Building practical knowledge around heavy-duty specialist fleets.

2002

Armoured vehicle focus

Direct involvement expands

In 2002, TIBS Transport became directly involved with armoured vehicles and began purchasing significant numbers of vehicles from SAPS and SANDF.

Re-built

Customer specification

Re-manufactured for the required role

These vehicles are not presented as generic stock. They are re-manufactured to customer specifications for real operational use.

2026

Operational reach

More than 100+ vehicles placed into service across Africa

Supplied vehicles have served in security, de-mining, cash-in-transit, peacekeeping, patrol, and other specialist roles across South Africa and Africa.

From restoration to operational deployment. The history reflects a continuous process of sourcing, assessment, refurbishment, configuration, and specialist vehicle supply.

Permits And Buyer Confidence

Regulated South African armoured vehicle marketing

In South Africa, the ownership and use of armoured vehicles is regulated by the N.C.A.C.C. (National Conventional Arms Control Committee). TIBS Transport holds the relevant registration and marketing permits for this specialist market.

N.C.A.C.C. registration

Registration Certificate Number: MS 1 22 0002564.

N.C.A.C.C. marketing permit

Marketing Permit Number: AMP 1 03 004418.

Customers across Africa

Re-manufactured armoured vehicles are sold to private companies, governments, and NGOs throughout Africa.

Operational roles

Supplied vehicles perform work in security, de-mining, cash-in-transit, peacekeeping, and other specialist operations.

Next Step

Browse the vehicle range or start a direct enquiry

Review the available armoured vehicles, compare the categories, and contact us with the vehicle role, location, and support requirements you have in mind.

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