8.8cm FlaK 37 – anti-aircraft gun (on cross mount), DE, WWII

The 8.8cm FlaK 37 is one of the most famous anti-aircraft and anti-tank guns of World War II. Originally developed as an anti-aircraft weapon, it quickly became known for its ability to effectively combat heavy tanks. Mounted on a cross-carriage, the FlaK 37 offered exceptional stability and flexibility in combat. This model brings the iconic weapon to your tabletop battlefields in great detail.

Application areas:

• Air defense: Protection of positions, bases and convoys from air attacks.
• Anti-tank: Used against heavy Allied tanks such as the Sherman and Churchill.
• Eastern and Western Fronts: defensive lines and mobile support at strategic hubs.

For which country:

• Germany

Classification:

• artillery & guns

Possible uses in tabletop games:

• Bolt Action: Effective against both enemy aircraft and tanks.
• Flames of War: An indispensable model for anti-tank and anti-aircraft lists.
• Chain of Command: Ideal for scenarios that involve protecting supply routes or bases.

Technical data:

• Crew: 8–10 men (commander, gunner, loader, ammunition carrier)
• Length: 7.62 m (including gun barrel)
• Width: 2.30 m (carriage)
• Height: 2.30 m
• Weight: 5,150 kg (stationary)
• Armament:
  • 8.8-cm FlaK 37 cannon
  • Rate of fire: 15–20 rounds per minute
• Ammunition: anti-tank grenades, explosive grenades, flares
• Reach:
  • Effective: 8,000 m (air defense)
  • Maximum: 14,860 m
• Motorization (for mobile variants): Often transported by Sd.Kfz. 7 or similar towing vehicles.