The Royal New Zealand Armoured Corps (RNZAC) is a military unit of New Zealand that specializes in armoured warfare. The RNZAC is a highly trained and well-equipped unit that is responsible for the maintenance and operation of armoured vehicles. Synonyms for the RNZAC include the New Zealand Tank Corps, Royal New Zealand Cavalry, and the New Zealand Armoured Regiment. These synonyms all describe the same unit but may be used interchangeably depending on the context. The RNZAC has a long history of service, having been formed in 1941, and continues to play an important role in the New Zealand Defence Force today.