Anti Tank Gun & Howitzer Manual

This page is dedicated to detailed information about Artillery pieces and other information. Units of measurements used are MM (Millimeters) / CM (Centimeter) for gun caliber. There are 2 Types of Guns, the Anti Tank Gun (ATG) and Howitzer

**Anti Tank Gun (ATG)**

Anti-Tank Gun is a specialized artillery piece designed to engage and destroy enemy tanks and armored vehicles. It is typically equipped with a high-velocity gun that fires armor-piercing projectiles. These guns are characterized by their mobility and maneuverability, allowing them to be quickly deployed and repositioned on the battlefield. Anti-Tank Guns are often crewed by a small team and are designed for direct fire engagements, aiming to penetrate the thick armor of enemy vehicles. They played a vital role in providing anti-tank defense for infantry units and served as an effective countermeasure against enemy armored forces

**Howitzer**

Howitzer is a type of artillery cannon characterized by its relatively short barrel length and high-angle trajectory. It is designed to deliver explosive shells at a steep angle, allowing it to engage targets behind cover or fortifications. Howitzers are versatile weapons used for indirect fire support (Which isn't possible in Firefight), engaging enemy troops, fortifications, and providing long-range artillery support to ground forces. They are capable of firing a variety of ammunition types, including high-explosive shells, smoke shells

## German

### Anti-Tank Gun

* 2cm Flugabwehrkanone 30

The Flak 30, also known as the 2 cm Flak 30, was a German anti-aircraft gun used during World War II. It was developed as a light anti-aircraft weapon to provide defense against low-flying aircraft and ground targets. The Flak 30 had a caliber of 20 mm and was capable of firing a variety of ammunition types, including AP and HE rounds. it's available to use throughout the war

Penetration  : 20mm at 500m

Muzzle Velocity: 780m/s

Rate of Fire  : 120 Rpm (Autocannon)

* 3.7cm Panzerabwehrkanone 36

The Pak 36, also known as the 3.7cm Pak 36, was a German dedicated anti tank gun used during World War II. The Pak 36 had a caliber of 37mm and was capable of firing a variety of ammunition types, including APCR, APCBC and HE rounds. it's available to use in January 1939 to March 1944

Penetration  : 44mm at 500m

Muzzle Velocity: 745m/s

Rate of Fire  : 20 Rpm

* 8.8cm Flugabwehrkanone 36

The Flak 36, also known as the 8.8cm Flak 36, was a German Heavy anti-air gun used during World War II. It was developed as a Heavy anti-aircraft weapon to provide defense against high altitude aircraft. The Flak 36 had a caliber of 88 mm and was capable of firing a variety of ammunition types, including APCBC and HE rounds. The Tiger 1 uses Flak 36 (KwK 36 L/56) as it's main gun, Note that it cannot be moved after you placed it, so place them wisely. it's available to use throughout the war

Penetration  : 137mm at 500m

Muzzle Velocity : 820m/s

Rate of Fire  : 8 Rpm

* 2.8cm schwere Panzerbuchse 41

The sPzB 41, also known as the 2.8cm sPzB 41, was a German dedicated anti tank gun used during World War II. The sPzB 41 had a caliber of 28 mm and was capable of firing a variety of ammunition types, including APCNR and HE rounds. it's available to use in January 1941 to December 1945

Penetration  : 80mm at 500m

Muzzle Velocity : 1430m/s

Rate of Fire  : 25 Rpm

* 5.0cm Panzerabwehrkanone 38

The Pak-38 also known as the 5cm Pak-38, was a German dedicated anti tank gun used during World War II. The Pak-38 had a caliber of 50 mm and was capable of firing a variety of ammunition types, including APCR, APC and HE rounds. it's available to use throughout the war

Penetration  : 69mm at 500m

Muzzle Velocity: 835m/s

Rate of Fire  : 15 Rpm

* 7.5cm Panzerabwehrkanone 41

The Pak-41 also known as the 7.5cm Pak-41, was a German dedicated anti tank gun used during World War II. The Pak-41 had a caliber of 75 mm and was capable of firing a variety of ammunition types, including APCNR and HE rounds. it's available to use in April 1941 to December 1943

Penetration  : 198mm at 500m

Muzzle Velocity: 1230m/s

Rate of Fire  : 12 Rpm

* 4.7cm Panzerabwehrkanone 41

The Pak-41 also known as the 4.7cm Pak-41, was a German dedicated anti tank gun used during World War II. The Pak-41 had a caliber of 47 mm and was capable of firing only APCNR rounds. it's available to use in January 1942 to March 1944

Penetration  : 136mm in 500m

Muzzle Velocity: 1500m/s

Rate of Fire  : 20 Rpm

* 7.5cm Panzerabwehrkanone 40

The Pak-40 also known as the 7.5cm Pak-40, was a German dedicated anti tank gun used during World War II. The Pak-40 had a caliber of 75 mm and was capable of firing a variety of ammunition types, including APCR, APCBC and HE rounds. it's available to use in July 1942 to the end of the war

Penetration  : 103mm in 500mm

Muzzle Velocity: 790m/s

Rate of Fire  : 12 Rpm

* 7.5cm Panzerabwehrkanone 97/48

The Pak-97/48 also known as the 7.5 cm Pak-41, was a German dedicated anti tank gun used during World War II. The Pak-41 had a caliber of 75 mm and was capable of firing varietly of ammunition types, including HEAT, Canister and HE rounds. it's available to use in July 1942 to the end of the war

Penetration :97.3mm in -

Muzzle Velocity: 450m/s

Rate of Fire  : 12 Rpm

* 8.8cm Panzerabwehrkanone 43

The Pak-43 also known as the 8.8cm Pak-43, was a German dedicated anti tank gun used during World War II. one of the most powerful anti tank gun, it is used in Pzkpfz VI "Konigstiger" Ausf B (KwK 43 L/71). The Pak-43 had a caliber of 88 mm and was capable of firing a variety of ammunition types, including APCR, APCBC and HEAT rounds. it's available to use in April 1943 to the end of the war

Penetration :185mm in 500m

Muzzle Velocity: 990m/s

Rate of Fire  : 8 Rpm

* 12.8cm Panzerabwehrkanone 44

The Pak-44 also known as the 12.8cm Pak-44, was a German dedicated anti tank gun used during World War II, it was build in reponse to the Heavy Russian Tank (IS-2) that appear at the end of the war. it is the most powerful anti tank gun in WW2. it's Used in Panzerjager VI "Tiger" Ausf B and Panzerkamofwagen VIII Maus, the KwK 44 L/55. The Pak-44 had a caliber of 128 mm and was capable of firing a variety of ammunition types, including APCBC and HEAT rounds. it's available to use in January 1944 to the end of the war

Penetration  : 255mm in 500m

Muzzle Velocity: 935m/s

Rate of Fire  : 6 Rpm

### Howitzer

* 7.5cm leichtes infantriegeschutz 18

The 7.5cm le.IG 18 infantry gun, also known as the 7.5 cm leichte Infanteriegeschütz 18, was a German light infantry support weapon used during World War II. It was designed to provide direct fire support to infantry units, especially in urban and close-quarters combat situations. The gun featured a 7.5cm (75mm) caliber and was typically mounted on a two-wheeled carriage for increased mobility. It had a relatively low profile, making it easier to conceal and maneuver in various terrains. capable of firing a variety of ammunition types, including HEAT and HE rounds. it's available to use throughout the entire war

Penetration  : 97.3mm in -

Muzzle Velocity: 260m/s

Rate of Fire  : 15 Rpm

* 10.5cm Leichte FeldHaubitze 18

The 10.5cm LeFH 18 infantry gun, also known as the 10.5cm LeichteFeldHaubitze 18, was a German Medium Artillery weapon used during World War II. It was designed to provide indirect fire support to infantry units. The gun featured a 10.5cm (105mm) caliber and capable of firing a variety of ammunition types, including APCBC, HEAT and HE rounds. it's available to use throughout the entire war

Penetration  : 72mm in 500m

Muzzle Velocity: 470m/s

Rate of Fire  : 7 Rpm

* 15cm Schwere FeldHaubitze 18

The 15cm sFH 18 infantry gun, also known as the 15cm Schwere FeldHaubitze 18, was a German Heavy Artillery weapon used during World War II. It was designed to provide indirect fire support to infantry units. The gun featured a 15cm (150mm) caliber and capable of firing only HE rounds. it's available to use throughout the entire war

Penetration  : - in 500m

Muzzle Velocity: 420m/s

Rate of Fire  : 4 Rpm

## United States

### Anti-Tank Gun

* 90mm Gun M2

The 90mm Gun M2, was an American anti-air gun used during World War II. The 90mm Gun M2 had a caliber of 90mm mm and was capable of firing a variety of ammunition types, including APCR, APCBC, and HE rounds. it's available to use throughout the entire war

Penetration  : 150mm at 500m

Muzzle Velocity: 853m/s

Rate of Fire  : 10 Rpm

* 37mm Gun M3

The 37mm Gun M3, was a American dedicated anti tank gun used during World War II. The 37mm Gun M3 had a caliber of 37 mm and was capable of firing a variety of ammunition types, including APCBC and HE rounds. it's available to use in January 1939 to March 1944

Penetration  : 58mm at 500m

Muzzle Velocity: 884m/s

Rate of Fire  : 20 Rpm

* 3 inch Gun M5

The 3 inch Gun M5, was a American dedicated anti tank gun used during World War II. The 3 inch Gun M5 had a caliber of 76 mm and was capable of firing a variety of ammunition types, including APCR, APCBC and HE rounds. it's available to use in January 1943 till the end of the war

Penetration  : 109mm at 500m

Muzzle Velocity: 792m/s

Rate of Fire  : 12 Rpm

* 57mm Gun M1

The 57mm Gun M1 was a American dedicated anti tank gun used during World War II. The 57mm Gun M1 had a caliber of 57 mm and was capable of firing a variety of ammunition types, including APCBC and HE rounds. it's available to use in January 1944 till the end of the war

Penetration  : 85mm at 500m

Muzzle Velocity: 823m/s

Rate of Fire  : 15 Rpm

### Howitzer

* 75mm M116 Pack Howitzer

The 75mm M116, also known as 75mm Pack Howitzer was a American Artillery weapon used during World War II. It was designed to provide indirect fire support to infantry units. The gun featured a 7.5cm (75mm) caliber and has a capable of firing a variety of ammunition types, including limited number of HEAT and HE rounds. it's available to use in March 1941 to the end of the war

Penetration  : 97.3mm at -

Muzzle Velocity: 305m/s

Rate of Fire  : 12 Rpm

* 105mm Howitzer

The 105mm M101 Howitzer, also known as 105mm Howitzer was a American Artillery weapon used during World War II. It was designed to provide indirect fire support to infantry units. The gun featured a 10.5cm (105mm) caliber and has a capable of firing a variety of ammunition types, including limited number of HEAT and HE rounds. it's available to use in March 1941 to the end of the war

Penetration  : 136.5mm at -

Muzzle Velocity: 381m/s

Rate of Fire  : 7 Rpm