37mm FlaK 37 – anti-aircraft gun (on wheels + cross mount), DE, WWII

The 37mm FlaK 37 was a further development of the FlaK 36 and one of the most reliable anti-aircraft guns of the German Wehrmacht in World War II. It was used on both wheels for mobility and on a cross mount for increased stability. Thanks to its precise optics and increased penetration power, it was extremely effective against enemy aircraft and lightly armored vehicles.

Application areas:

• Air defense: Protection of supply lines, field camps and troop units from air attacks.
• Ground support: used against light vehicles and infantry.
• Western Front: Defense in urban and open terrain.
• Eastern Front: Mobile units used the FlaK 37 for flexible operations.

For which country:

• Germany

Classification:

• artillery & guns

Possible uses in tabletop games:

• Bolt Action: Ideal for defensive scenarios and as a mobile anti-aircraft weapon.
• Flames of War: Perfect for lists that combine air defense and ground support.
• Chain of Command: Effective for tactical fire support missions.

Technical data:

• Crew: 5–7 men (commander, gunner, loader, ammunition carrier)
• Length: 5.10 m (including gun barrel)
• Width: 2.30 m (wheels or cross carriage)
• Height: 1.85 m
• Weight: 1,560 kg (stationary)
• Armament:
  • 3.7 cm FlaK 37 cannon
  • Rate of fire: 150 rounds per minute (effective)
• Ammunition: 37-mm HE grenades, tank grenades
• Reach:
  • Effective: 3,200 m (air defense)
  • Maximum: 6,800 m
• Transport: Mobilized by towing vehicles or stationary on the cross carriage.