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SVI is an OEM specialising in armoured vehicles since 2004 πŸ€“ Management system ISO9001:2015 certified 🀝 Level 2 B-BBEE πŸ“¨ [email protected] πŸ“ž +27 12 999 3082

Pretoria
Joined October 2019
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πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ First in South Africa? We've equipped the new @ToyotaSA Hilux DC with a bespoke 360-degree B6 discreet armouring package... πŸ’ͺ Protection against assault rifles βœ… Armoured steel and composites πŸ” High-grade 38 mm ballistic glass ➑️ Contact SVI: svi.co.za/contact-us/
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πŸ” SVI takes quality control very seriously. βœ… In fact, we've just rolled out a new squeak-and-rattle track, designed to rigorously test freshly armoured vehicles for durability and quietness *before* they hit the road. πŸ’ͺ πŸ‘‰ Contact us today: svi.co.za/contact-us/
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🫑 Built to withstand high-risk environments, the SVI MAX SWAT can be specified in military guise. πŸ’ͺ EN1063 BR6 protection level πŸͺ– Ready to carry 12-man crew πŸ‘Œ Isuzu FTS 750 SWA chassis ⛽️ 7.8-litre, inline-6 turbodiesel ➑️ More on this versatile APC: svi.co.za/svi-max-swat/
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πŸ‘€ We're in Las Vegas! Yes, SVI is at @SEMASHOW 2026 checking out some vehicles with *serious* payload capacities... πŸ’ͺ
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πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ We may not be on the ballot sheet today, but we're honoured that so many South Africans continue to give SVI their vote of confidence. βœ… ✨ Wishing all citizens a safe and seamless Local Government Elections day! πŸ—³οΈ
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🧐 SVI's rigorous quality-control system includes an extensive final inspection of every completed armoured vehicle – carried out in a dedicated inspection bay – before it's presented to the client. 🀝 Here our engineers scrutinise a freshly armoured @FordSouthAfrica Ranger. βœ…
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Sponsored | Built for high-risk operations. The @SVI_Engineering MAX SWAT 12-Seater APC combines B6 ballistic protection, 4x4 mobility and capacity for 12 personnel, delivering a versatile platform for military, police and security operations. svi.co.za/
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πŸ‘€ What's the plan with all of these Toyota Land Cruiser 79 single cabs? Transform them into SVI MAX 3 units, of course! πŸ’ͺ πŸ”— Find out all about our MAX 3 range here: svi.co.za/max-3/
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πŸ”₯ Based on Toyota's proven Land Cruiser 79 chassis, the SVI MAX Recon 6x6 combines tactical capability with extreme versatility. πŸ’ͺ πŸͺ– Five-seater military vehicle βœ… Adaptable ballistic protection πŸ’₯ Flexible weapons integration πŸ”— More details here: svi.co.za/svi-max-recon/
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πŸ€“ Just another example of how SVI goes the extra mile when it comes to vehicle armouring. The details matter! βœ… πŸ“ž Contact SVI today: svi.co.za/contact-us/
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πŸ™Œ SVI is hiring! Yes, we're currently looking for a *Credit Controller* to join our finance team at the Bashewa facility in Pretoria East. πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ πŸ“¨ If you have at least 2-3 years of experience in accounts payable, creditors control or a similar role, send your CV to [email protected]!
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πŸ‘€ Does your security firm need an APC in a hurry? Well, we have a new MAX SWAT and a new MAX 3 Troopy in stock, ready to be deployed! πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ πŸ’ͺ 12-seater MAX SWAT πŸ’ͺ 8-seater MAX 3 Troopy πŸ’ͺ EN1063 BR6 protection πŸ”— Find pricing and other details here: svi.co.za/used-armoured-cars…
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πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ Keen to equip your new Toyota Hilux with B6 discreet armour, offering protection against assault rifles? SVI has you covered! πŸ’ͺ βœ… Armoured steel & composites πŸ” High-grade 38 mm ballistic glass πŸ›» Driver-training course included ➑️ Contact us: svi.co.za/contact-us/
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🫑 Sometimes there's space for military vehicles only. πŸͺ– Yes, the parking lot at SVI's headquarters is full of surprises... πŸ‘€ πŸ”— Find out more about our military range over on our website: svi.co.za/
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🚨 Security firms, a brand-new Toyota Hilux DC 2.8 GD-6 RB SRX 6AT will soon be available to buy, equipped with our B6 Stopgun V3.0 kit... πŸ’ͺ Assault-rifle protection βœ… New V3.0 kit is sleeker πŸ“† Ready mid-Nov 2026 🀝 R1,033,630 (ex VAT) πŸ”— Details: svi.co.za/used-armoured-cars…
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πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ SVI is an authorised local distributor of the heavy-duty "Flats Over" wheel-protection system, which offers proven defence against: 🚧 Pot-holes πŸ“Œ Road spikes πŸ”« Ballistic attacks ⬇️ Download the "Flats Over" brochure for more information: svi.co.za/downloads/
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πŸ”₯ It's not every day you see a hatchback capable of stopping AK47 rounds, but SVI made it happen with the VW Golf 8... πŸ’ͺ B4+ armour for body πŸ‘ Special ballistic glass βœ… Rear bulkhead solution Just another example of how SVI sets the benchmark for armouring innovation. πŸ‘
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πŸ’ͺ Almost too massive to fit in the frame... 😁 The SVI MAX 9 is the ultimate bespoke military solution and a representation of our extensive expertise in the military field. 🫑 πŸ”— Details on this mighty APC here: svi.co.za/max-armoured/
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πŸ™Œ The SVI Gimbal Gunport, developed right here in South Africa specifically for armoured security vehicles. πŸ‡ΏπŸ‡¦ βœ… Firearm secured in place 🎯 Greatly improved accuracy πŸ‘‰ No risk of in-cabin ricochet πŸ‘€ See the SVI Gimbal Gunport in action here: youtu.be/Saw7hA7JKs0
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πŸ”₯ The SVI MAX Recon 6x6 has been built for both rapid deployment and rapid reconfiguration. πŸͺ– 5-seater military-spec vehicle βœ… Built on Land Cruiser platform πŸ’ͺ Adaptable ballistic protection πŸ’₯ Flexible weapons integration πŸ”— More on MAX Recon 6x6: svi.co.za/svi-max-recon/
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πŸ‘€ A look inside the 12-seater SVI MAX SWAT we displayed (in military colours) at last month's @aadexpo 2026 show... πŸ’ͺ EN1063 BR6 protection level ⛽️ 7.8-litre, inline-6 turbodiesel βš™οΈ 6-speed auto (Allison 2500) πŸ‘‰ More on our mission-ready APC here: svi.co.za/svi-max-swat/
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