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 == Description ==
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-The '''{{Specs|name}}''' is a rank {{Specs|rank}} German self-propelled anti-aircraft gun {{Battle-rating}}. It was introduced during the Closed Beta Test for Ground Forces before [[Update 1.41]].
+The '''3.7 cm Flak 36 auf Selbstfahrlafette''' or simply '''Sd.Kfz. 6/2''' was a self-propelled anti-aircraft gun based on the half-track chassis Sd.Kfz. 6, armed with a 3.7 cm FlaK 36 L/98 anti-aircraft gun. This SPAA was developed to counter Allied and Soviet airpower, as well as protect Luftwaffe airfields from aerial attacks. As the truck's platform was occupied by the anti-aircraft mount, a single-axle trailer was attached for carrying ammunition. Initially, there was no armour shield for the gun, and it was only added in later production series modifications. Most Sd.Kfz. 6/2 were deployed with Luftwaffe air defence units, but some SPAAs also served with Wehrmacht and SS troops. The Sd.Kfz. 6/2 was first tested on the Eastern Front in 1941, but subsequently saw widespread use. It was manufactured by companies Büssing-NAG, Daimler Benz, BMM, Praga from 1941 to 1943, with a total of 339 Sd.Kfz. 6/2 assembled.
-The 3.7-cm Flak 36 auf Selbstfahrlafette Sd.Kfz 6/2, or just Sd.Kfz 6/2 for short, with its 3.7 cm autocannon can easily dispatch any aircraft given the circumstances. However, its gun (with APHE ammo) can also make it a very good improvised anti-tank vehicle if push comes to shove against an enemy armoured vehicle.
+The '''Sd.Kfz. 6/2''' was introduced during the Closed Beta Test for Ground Forces prior to Update 1.41. In terms of its mobility characteristics, the SPAA is comparable to most medium tanks, allowing it to keep pace with allies while covering them from aerial attacks. The main advantage of the SPAA is its 37 mm gun with instant reloading and impressive rate of fire, which provides dense fire and can deal with not only any aircraft but also some tanks. However, one should not be caught in the enemy's sights too often: apart from the gun shield, the Sd.Kfz. 6/2 has no armour and can be easily destroyed even by machine gun fire. The same applies to aircraft - while the armour shield may protect the gun crew during a head-on attack, a side or rear approach by an aircraft can be fatal for the vehicle.
 == General info ==

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 * Gun recoil is ridiculous, making continuous fire useless against any decently armoured target
 * Knocked out easily if rammed by an airplane (RB)
 == History ==
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 * [https://live.warthunder.com/feed/camouflages/?vehicle=germ_sdkfz_6_2_flak36 Skins and camouflages for the {{PAGENAME}} from live.warthunder.com.]

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 * Gun recoil is ridiculous, making continuous fire useless against any decently armoured target
 * Knocked out easily if rammed by an airplane (RB)
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 * [https://live.warthunder.com/feed/camouflages/?vehicle=germ_sdkfz_6_2_flak36 Skins and camouflages for the {{PAGENAME}} from live.warthunder.com.]

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 The 3.7-cm Flak 36 auf Selbstfahrlafette Sd.Kfz 6/2, or just Sd.Kfz 6/2 for short, with its 3.7 cm autocannon can easily dispatch any aircraft given the circumstances. However, its gun (with APHE ammo) can also make it a very good improvised anti-tank vehicle if push comes to shove against an enemy armoured vehicle.
 Because it is based on an artillery tug half-track, it has no armour anywhere so even machine guns can knock out the driver. The crew manning the turret is completely exposed aside from the gun shield. The Sd.Kfz 6/2 can be surprisingly durable at times, however. Inexperienced players may try attacking it with AP/APCR ammo, and often targeting all the wrong places like the engine, driver cabin, or edges of the gun shield. The chances are worse if the enemy decides to sling over a chemical round for the explosion to do its deed. HE or HEAT shells can knock out the entire crew, even just by hitting the ground around the vehicle.
 The mobility is comparable to somewhere between a light and medium tank, and the chassis produces a favorable cross-country performance, so this can be used to get out of an area if spotted or being pursued.
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 * '''Sprgr. 18:''' {{Annotation|FI-T|Fragmentation incendiary tracer}} - This belt is adapted to the anti-air role as it contains only incendiary rounds. It will deal good damage to aircraft but will deal next to no damage to ground vehicles.
 * '''PzGr:''' {{Annotation|APHE|Armour-piercing high-explosive}} - This belt deals decent damage against lightly armoured vehicles and planes but excels against tanks. When targeting ground vehicles, aim for weak spots.
-* '''M.Gr.18:''' {{Annotation|FI-T|Fragmentation incendiary tracer}} - This belt excels in the anti-air role: with an increased muzzle velocity and a larger explosive filler, it deals heavier damage to airplanes than the "Sprgr. 18" belt. It will deal next to no damage to ground vehicles.
+* '''M.Gr.18:''' {{Annotation|HEI-T|High-explosive incendiary tracer}} - This belt excels in the anti-air role: with an increased muzzle velocity and a larger explosive filler, it deals heavier damage to airplanes than the "Sprgr. 18" belt. It will deal next to no damage to ground vehicles.
-Since every FI-T bullet contains a tracer, it helps aiming at aircraft but detectability is also greatly increased.
+{{:FlaK36 (37 mm)/Ammunition|FI-T, APHE, HEI-T}}
 ==== [[Ammo racks]] ====

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 Since every FI-T bullet contains a tracer, it helps aiming at aircraft but detectability is also greatly increased.
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+{{:FlaK36 (37 mm)/Ammunition|Sprgr. 18, PzGr, M.Gr.18}}
 ==== [[Ammo racks]] ====

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-{{Youtube-gallery|naeDoEwZ5Pg|'''German SPAAs''' discusses the {{PAGENAME}} at 1:45 - ''War Thunder Official Channel''|UItw1051OWA|'''{{PAGENAME}} Tank Review''' - ''NUSensei''}}
+{{Youtube-gallery|naeDoEwZ5Pg|'''German SPAAs''' discusses the {{PAGENAME}} at 1:45 - ''War Thunder Official Channel''}}
 == See also ==

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 Modifications on the Sd.Kfz.6 into the Sd.Kfz.6/2 was carried out from 1941 to 1943, whereof the 750 of the Sd.Kfz.6, 339 were converted into the anti-aircraft variant. As the war progressed, the Sd.Kfz.6/2 were supplemented with the more numerous Sd.Kfz.7 half-track.
-=== In-game description ===
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 To fight against enemy aircraft, German designers developed a new AA gun based on the 5-ton Sd.Kfz. 6 produced by the company Bussing-NAG. The new AA vehicle had a 37 mm 3,7 cm FlaK 36 L/98 anti-aircraft gun with a 98-calibre long barrel placed on a rotating carriage. The vehicle carried 120 shells, towed by a Sonderanhänger Sd.Ah. 57 trailer. The anti-aircraft gun traveled with spare barrels. The 10.4 ton setup supported a crew of 5 to calculate the gun's trajectory.
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 At least 200 Sd.Kfz. 6/2 anti-aircraft guns entered the service of the Luftwaffe, and the rest joined the Wehrmacht's anti-aircraft divisions. An anti-aircraft division consisted of 9 AA vehicles. This vehicle was used in combat on all fronts.
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 The mobility is comparable to somewhere between a light and medium tank, and the chassis produces a favorable cross-country performance, so this can be used to get out of an area if spotted or being pursued.
-Being an SPAA, this vehicle's main purpose is to shoot down aeroplanes. It was originally designed to follow alongside convoys to protect them from attacking Allied aircraft. Its gun has a relatively low rate of fire for an SPAA but its shells pack a huge punch. Being a 37mm cannon with a good HE round, should it get a good hit, it will likely down the plane or cause significant damage. It also gets access to AP belts, which can be used against tanks. It can penetrate any medium or light tank of its rank (from the side/rear usually), but will flat out be out of luck against heavier opponents like the [[KV-1 (Family)|KV-1]].
+Being an SPAA, this vehicle's main purpose is to shoot down aeroplanes. It was originally designed to follow alongside convoys to protect them from attacking Allied aircraft. Its gun has a relatively low rate of fire for an SPAA but its shells pack a huge punch. Being a 37 mm cannon with a good HE round, should it get a good hit, it will likely down the plane or cause significant damage. It also gets access to AP belts, which can be used against tanks. It can penetrate any medium or light tank of its rank (from the side/rear usually), but will flat out be out of luck against heavier opponents like the [[KV-1 (Family)|KV-1]].
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 There are 15 ammunition boxes strung about the bed of the truck. Two under the loader, three sitting on the tailgate, and the rest under the benches behind the driver. Most tankers won't bother trying to ammo rack you thanks to your exposed crew members, so bring as much as you want. However, near misses from aircraft and tanks alike could set off a box since they are kind of everywhere if you do take a full load, so follow alternate recommendation if one has concerns for this.
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 * Ammo can run out if not careful
 * Gun recoil is ridiculous, making continuous fire useless against any decently armoured target
-* Knocked out easily if rammed by an aeroplane (no longer an issue in AB)
+* Knocked out easily if rammed by an airplane (RB)
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 * Some players don't recognize this vehicle as any kind of threat, and carelessly show their sides that just might be able to be penetrated with the 37 mm AP
 * Friendly tanks around you often have higher priority for all enemies, meaning you can often escape from combat unharmed, or surprise unsuspecting enemies
 '''Cons:'''