Designed to provide a higher rate of fire than an earlier design, the 2cm Flak 38 proved to be a mainstay of the German light anti-aircraft defences in WWII. Entering service in early 1940 this Flak saw service in all major theatres. With a small calibre it was primarily used against low flying aircraft, but was also effective against ground targets including soft-skinned vehicles. The Sd.Ah.51 trailer was used when towing the gun, behind a light truck, such as the Krupp Protze or Opel Blitz, or a half-track such as the Mauliter. The Flak 38 was also mounted on permanent positions such as Flak towers and coastal fortifications; boats; railway wagons, and military vehicles, such as the Sd.Kfz 10/5 half-track.
2cm Flak 38 gun German armored trains played a more important role as they gave support to fighting troops and provided cover for the railroads against the Soviet Air Force. This anti-aircraft station situated on a Panzerzug is equipped with a quadruple 2cm Flak 38 gun. The camouflage and the markings, which indicate seven victories over II-2 assault aircraft. Their silhouettes are painted on the shield, and the same "kills" are marked by victory rings on the gun barrels.
Nice and powerful weapon. This was produced by the Mauser manufacturer in 1940 and was in service in March 1945.
:thumb:Great thread and in time, I can add two photos to this thread. One of my 2cm Flak gun pics has 31 kill rings, the other has 40 kill rings.
