The Mamba was one of the most successful wheeled vehicles designed to protect multi-role forces operating in mine-threatened environments. Thousands of Mamba vehicles have been built in South Africa; and most are still in service in military, combat and peace-keeping operations, across Africa and the world.

The Iveco drive line in the Mamba Mk5 gives all the extra power, strength, economy, emissions standards and in-service life expected from a modern drive chain, while continuing the Deutz pedigree which has served militaries around Europe and the World for so long. This solid integrated tried and tested drive chain gives non-controlled COTS parts supply for 20 years.

The increase in power to 179 kW (240 Hp) gives this vehicle a power to weight ratio of 20.69 kW per ton and a carrying capacity of over 5,750 kg for additional IED or Slat armour, making it a class leading vehicle well into the future. Dual layer armour and a blast protection level to withstand 12 kg of TNT, coupled with exceptional torque and obstacle climbing capability (600 m vertical step up and 70%+ hill climbing) and a turning circle of 13.5 m, makes the Mamba Mk5 Iveco the ideal vehicle for close protection and combat operations in confined environments.