The ZG 1229 Vampir 1229 (ZG 1229), also known by its code name Vampir, was an active infrared device developed for the Wehrmacht for the Sturmgewehr 44 assault rifle during World War II, intended primarily for night use. The ZG 1229 was designed by Allgemeine Elektrizitäts-Gesellschaft (AEG) and Forschungsanstalt der Deutschen Reichspost (RPF).

The StG 44 (abbreviation of Sturmgewehr 44, "assault rifle 44") [a] is a German assault rifle developed during World War II by Hugo Schmeisser. It is also known by its early designations as the MP 43 and MP 44 ( Maschinenpistole 43 and 44 ).

Feb 26, 2024 · The ZG 1229, code named “Vampir,” was an infrared night scope developed during World War II for the German Wehrmacht for night operations. It was intended to be mounted on a Sturmgewehr 44 (StG 44). It was first used in combat in February 1945.

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Jan 26, 2016 · The Zielgerät 1229 'Vampir' (Vampire) was a generation zero active infra red night vision scope for the Sturmgewehr 1944 (Stg-44). It consisted of an active broad spectrum IR emitter (a standard tungsten filament spotlight with a filter to emit only IR light) and an upper spectrum infra red receiver/ir-visible light converter mounted atop a ...

Aug 29, 2023 · In 1942, German researchers developed prototype night vision sights for use on anti-tank guns but not hand held weapons. The Zielgerat 1229 was first produced in 1944 and code named, “Vampir”.

Dans les faits, il apparaît que c’est seulement en juin 1944 que le programme est véritablement lancé sous la désignation de Bildwandler-Zielgerät « Vampir », pour équiper le tout nouveau fusil-d’assaut Sturmgewehr-44.

The Stg-44 was provided with open, leaf-type sights, and could be fitted with telescopic sights or a specially developed active infrared sighting unit, code-named “Vampyr” (Vampire). The muzzle of the Stg-44 was threaded to accept a cup-like grenade launcher; a special muzzle nut usually covered the threads.

Jun 29, 2016 · The ZG 1229 Vampir, was an active infrared device developed for the Wehrmacht and fitted to the Sturmgewehr 44 assault rifle. 310 units were reported as being delivered to the Wermacht from early 1944 but actual combat use is believed to have been from February 1945 where reports from the Eastern front consist of snipers shooting at night with ...

Oct 24, 2022 · As before mentioned, Armies of Germany rulebook has the answer: Nachtjäger squad. They are best used in Night fighting, check out Appendix III frim the Bolt Action second edition rulebook for more info on that.