German NachtJaeger-Vampir Rifle

The Zielgerät 1229 “Vampir” was a German active-infrared night-sighting system developed late in the Second World War. An infrared light source and a receiver allowed specially equipped weapons to be aimed in darkness, but the equipment and batteries were burdensome. Infantry use is associated with limited late-war experimentation and deployment, not universal German night-fighting capability. The active system needed its own illumination, unlike later passive night-vision arrangements. The associated weapon was the StG 44 assault rifle. Battery power supplied the sight and infrared illuminator, adding equipment that a soldier had to carry alongside normal ammunition and personal kit during night operations.

Finish and color

Supplied unpainted and printed in the selected color. Choose from the available product color options.

Tabletop use

Suitable for period-appropriate custom scenarios in Global War 1936, Global Empires, and compatible Axis & Allies games. Use suitable scenario or house rules for unit statistics and any technology upgrades. This piece does not supply additional game rules.

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