Generally, the materials were thinner and of an inferior quality than the British version, being non-preshrunk and faster fading.
The yoke also had extra hardware for fastening additional magazine pouches or 37 pattern small packs.
The canvas quality was improved and was now preshrunk and color fast dyed, as well as being somewhat greener in shade compared to previous production.
The previously separate rear "kidney pouches" were now joined by a strip of webbing belt and each had two magazine pockets added, one on top and one on the outer side.
As the SADF engaged in unconventional warfare in Rhodesia, Southwest Africa and Angola, it turned to the equipment of its foes and took inspiration from developments within the Rhodesian security forces that resulted in the highly modern 84 Pattern system.