Armour Development
Armour Development: Advanced armour systems for vehicles and personnel.
Armour Development is specialised research and testing facility within Armscor, with over 40 years of expertise in armour protection systems. Internationally recognised, we lead in the development, design and evaluation of protective technologies to counter threats ranging from light infantry weapons to anti-tank missiles and artillery. Our solutions are tested against real-world conditions to ensure superior ballistic resistance and survivability across a wide spectrum of platforms.
We serve the South African Department of Defence, as well as clients across the local and international defence sectors. Whether it’s government forces or defence manufacturers, our team provides tailored protection systems based on specific threat profiles and mission requirements.
Why Armscor Armour Development
Developing Insights, Crafting Holistic Solutions
Concept & Requirements
Assisting in defining initial needs and feasibility.
Acquisition & Development
Leveraging a team with diverse backgrounds in military science, operations research, systems engineering and data analytics.
Deployment & Operations
Optimising operational effectiveness and resource utilization.
Sustainment & Modernisation
Guiding decisions on maintenance, upgrades and lifecycle management.
Our Services
Applying Scientific Rigor to Operational Challenges
With deep technical knowledge and decades of hands-on experience, Armour Development delivers cost-effective, threat-specific solutions. Our strength lies in end-to-end services from initial threat analysis to system design and rigorous testing; ensuring mission-critical protection. Our expertise spans
