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AAD 2010: Mbombe brings a bang to AAD
South Africa's Paramount Group has unveiled its new Mbombe armoured fighting vehicle the day before the official opening of African Aerospace and Defence 2010.
The Mbombe is a 6x6 capable of carrying troops and three crew, including a gunner.
Speaking at the unveiling, Ivor Ichikowitz, executive chairman of the ...
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