Dragon 1/35 8.8cm Raketenwerfer 43 (Puppchen) with Fallschirmjager # 6528

The 8.8cm Raketenwerfer 43, also known as the Puppchen, was a lightweight anti-tank rocket launcher developed by the German military during World War II.

It was designed to be used by Fallschirmjager, German paratroopers, who required a portable and effective anti-tank weapon for their airborne operations.

The Puppchen launcher fired a 8.8cm (3.46 inch) rocket propelled grenade that was capable of penetrating thick armor, making it an effective anti-tank weapon.

The launcher had a simple design and was relatively lightweight, making it easy to transport and set up. The weapon could be carried by two men, and it could be assembled and disassembled quickly.

Fallschirmjager used the Puppchen launcher during a number of operations, including the Normandy Invasion in June 1944 and the Battle of the Bulge in December of that year.

The weapon proved to be effective against Allied tanks, and it was responsible for destroying a number of enemy armored vehicles.

One of the key advantages of the Puppchen was its portability. Fallschirmjager could easily transport the weapon to their drop zones and set it up quickly.

The launcher could be used in a variety of terrain and conditions, making it a versatile weapon.

However, the Puppchen launcher had some limitations. It had a limited range of around 150 meters (492 feet), and it required a clear line of sight to the target.

It was also a relatively small weapon, and it could not match the firepower of larger anti-tank weapons.

Despite its limitations, the Puppchen launcher played an important role in the German military's anti-tank strategy during World War II.

It was a key weapon in the Fallschirmjager's arsenal and proved to be effective against Allied armored vehicles.

Its lightweight and portable design made it a valuable asset for airborne operations, and it demonstrated the German military's commitment to innovative and effective weaponry.