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SANDF main battle tank damaged in Van Reenen crash
The 65-ton Olifant main battle tank was thrown off the truck and is now lying upside down
An army transport truck allegedly lost its brakes while coming down Van Reenen’s Pass this evening (Friday).
The driver attempted to stop the truck at an emergency arrestor bed (specially designed to slow trucks if their brakes fail).
The 65-ton Olifant main battle tank was thrown off the truck and is now lying upside down.
Damage to the tank is unknown at this stage.
The military are securing the scene.
@TrafficZN: There will be a night time closure at #VanReenen @ N3/6 51 north Left Lane due to SANDF to recover in the morning approach with caution/
Pic by Dave Steele
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