88mm Flak 36

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Type

AA / AT Gun

Year

1936

Crew / Team

8-10

Typical Unit

1 gun crew

Main Weapons

88mm dual-purpose cannon

Best Battlefield Role

Long-range anti-tank and anti-air

Historical Snapshot

Originally anti-aircraft, the 88 became legendary against armor due to velocity and range.

Deploy behind front line with clear arcs. Cover open roads and pair with infantry screens so enemy cannot rush the gun.

Its reputation often forced opponents to avoid open ground entirely.

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