Forming the nucleus of "rocket forces" always drew attention to the means of transport may be necessary to carry this type of weaponry. Launchers stationary suitable for large-caliber missile (V-2), or in need of a large ramp start in order to give the direction of flight (type V-1). In contrast missiles with calibers up to 100 mm were satisfied short tube-type launchers or rail. In Germany, the used launchers pipe or pedestal. The latter were often stands for both the transport of the missile on the launch site and at the same time having a short rod guides to impart the direction of the shot. The result was that after delivery of the projectile in place, it can be fire from the ground or load the whole package on mobile launchers and make the launch of space suitable for a shot, being alone in a sheltered vehicle. Such an idea also arose to strengthen the defense of the Atlantic Wall. Flat-type launcher Framework Wu R40 consisting of welded angles, which is set four containers box of bullets burz?cymi rocket-propelled (Wk type Spr - 28 cm) installed on the universal conveyors Renault UE in its tonneau. Launcher can change the vertical angle of fire by turning up the front two keepers in the range of angles from 10 ° to + 20 °, while in the horizontal plane were set the entire vehicle. Aiming to serve issued a measuring rod of colored sector aiming. It was the designation of the "sector" fire because his little missile accuracy was only designed to reach the "planned" area fire and destroy within their explosion forces live or fixed guards enemy troops - without the need for a direct hit. With the results and effects of such fire marshal Rommel acquainted, while visiting the 21 Armoured Division stationed in Normandy. Demonstration was approved and commissioned further armament shipments in rocket launchers.
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