61 Mechanised Battalion Group
61 Mechanised Battalion Group was a unit of the South African Infantry Corps; although it was classed as mechanized infantry, it was a combined arms force consisting of infantry, armour and artillery.
| 61 Mechanised Battalion Group | |
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61 Mechanised Battalion emblem | |
| Active | 1978 – 2005 |
| Disbanded | 2005 |
| Country | South Africa |
| Allegiance | South Africa |
| Branch | South African Army |
| Type | Mechanised Battle Group |
| Part of | South African Infantry Corps |
| Garrison | Otavi, Tsumeb, Omuthiya, Lohatla Army Battle School |
| Nickname(s) | 61 Mech |
| Motto(s) | Mobilitate vincere |
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| Engagements | South African Border War |
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