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== Design == |
== Design == |
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The Kampfpistole was a [[Single-shot|single shot]], [[Break action|break action]], flare gun designed and produced by [[Carl Walther GmbH|Walther]] that was a variant of the earlier [[Leuchtpistole 34]]. Externally both the Kampfpistole and the Leuchtpistole 34 were nearly identical. The difference between the two models was the Kampfpistole had a [[rifled]] barrel while the Leuchtpistole 34 was a [[smoothbore]] gun. The Kampfpistole could be identified by a Z engraved on the barrel of the gun. The Kampfpistole's frame was machined from [[duralumin]], the barrel was machined from steel, was blued to stop corrosion, and had [[bakelite]] pistol grips. |
The Kampfpistole was a [[Single-shot|single shot]], [[Break action|break action]], flare gun designed and produced by [[Carl Walther GmbH|Walther]] that was a variant of the earlier [[Leuchtpistole 34]]. Externally both the Kampfpistole and the Leuchtpistole 34 were nearly identical. The difference between the two models was the Kampfpistole had a [[rifled]] barrel while the Leuchtpistole 34 was a [[smoothbore]] gun. The Kampfpistole could be identified by a Z engraved on the barrel of the gun. The Kampfpistole's frame was machined from [[duralumin]], the barrel was machined from steel, was blued to stop corrosion, and had [[bakelite]] pistol grips.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|url=http://leuchtpistole.free.fr/Sommaire/En_ModeleKampfpistole.html|title=Mod. Kampfpistole|website=leuchtpistole.free.fr|access-date=2019-02-13}}</ref> |
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== Ammunition == |
== Ammunition == |
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Available projectiles included: |
Available projectiles included: |
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* [[Fallschirm Leuchtpatrone]] - This was a non-lethal parachute retarded flare that could be used for [[Battlefield illumination|battlefield illumination]] or as a [[Flare|signal flare]]. The projectile can be identified by the stenciling "''F. Leucht. Z''." marking on the base of the projectile.<ref name=":2">{{Cite book|title=Catalog Of Enemy Ordnance Material|last=unknown|first=|publisher=Office of the chief of ordnance|year=1 August 1945|isbn=|location=www.paperlessarchives.com/FreeTitles/CatalogOfEnemyOrdnanceMateriel.pdf|pages=326}}</ref> |
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* [[Multi-Star Signal Cartridge]] - This was a non-lethal multi-star signal flare that contained three red and three green stars that could couldbeset for six different color combinations.<ref name=":2" /> |
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| ⚫ | *[[Nebelpatrone]] - This was a non-lethal [[Smoke grenade|smoke grenade]] with a [[Artillery fuze#Percussion%20fuzes|nose fuze]] that could be used for target marking or concealment. It was similar in appearance to explosive grenades and could be identified by its ''"NEBEL. Z"'' marking on the base of the projectile.<ref name=":2" /> |
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| ⚫ | *[[Sprengpatrone]] - The Sprengpatrone was a nose fuzed high explosive grenade that was used for low angle [[Direct fire|direct fire]] where range and accuracy were needed. It was not recommended for use beyond 180 m (200 yd) due to inaccuracy or less than 46 m (50 yd) due to the risk from shell fragments.<ref name=":1" /> |
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* [[Multi-Star Signal Cartridge]] - This was a non-lethal multi-star signal flare that contained three red and three green stars that could could be set for six different color combinations. |
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| ⚫ | *[[Nebelpatrone]] - This was a non-lethal [[Smoke grenade|smoke grenade]] with a [[Artillery fuze#Percussion%20fuzes|nose fuze]] that could be used for target marking or concealment. It was similar in appearance to explosive grenades and could be identified by its ''"NEBEL. Z"'' marking on the base of the projectile. |
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*[[Sprengpatrone]] - The Sprengpatrone was a nose fuzed high explosive grenade |
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==Photo Gallery== |
==Photo Gallery== |
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| Kampfpistole | |
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| Type | Flare gun |
| Place of origin |  Nazi Germany |
| Service history | |
| In service | 1939-1945 |
| Used by | Germany |
| Production history | |
| Designer | Walther |
| Manufacturer | Walther Erma |
| Specifications | |
| Mass | 730 g (1 lb 10 oz) |
| Length | 155 mm (6.1 in)[1] |
| Cartridge | Flare |
| Caliber | 26.6 mm (1.05 in) |
| Action | Break action |
| Feed system | Single shot[1] |
The Kampfpistoleorflare gun in English was introduced into German service during 1939 and served throughout World War II.
The Kampfpistole was a single shot, break action, flare gun designed and produced by Walther that was a variant of the earlier Leuchtpistole 34. Externally both the Kampfpistole and the Leuchtpistole 34 were nearly identical. The difference between the two models was the Kampfpistole had a rifled barrel while the Leuchtpistole 34 was a smoothbore gun. The Kampfpistole could be identified by a Z engraved on the barrel of the gun. The Kampfpistole's frame was machined from duralumin, the barrel was machined from steel, was blued to stop corrosion, and had bakelite pistol grips.[1]
The primary roles for the Kampfpistole were signaling, illumination, target marking, or concealment with a smoke grenade. Later during World War II, explosive rounds were developed to give German troops a small and lightweight grenade launcher for engaging targets from close range which could not be engaged satisfactorily by infantry weapons or artillery without endangering friendly troops.[2]
Available projectiles included:
