Zielgerät 1229
German WWII infrared rifle scope ("Vampir")
Zielgerät 1229
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). It was produced by Ernst Leitz GmbH and between 200 and 310 units were built. A grenadier carrying it was known as a Nachtjäger (night-hunter).
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