Tiger ausf. E : S-mine launchers

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An unusual close-defence system was created in 1942 for the Tiger E. It was given the ability to launch antipersonnel S-mines. Revosys have provided the same system for this hypothetical "Panzer VI" which would have been completed in 1942.

S-mine launcher on a Pz.3

The system comprised some launcher tubes bolted to the hull roof. They could each hold an S-mine which was fired electrically. This photo shows a launcher installed on a Pz.3.

S-mine launcher

At the back of the launcher tube there was a crossbar with a hole in it. The hole allowed you to push the mine's container out of the tube with your finger.

Revosys S-mine launcher

Revosys have tooled a fair representation of the S-mine launcher, with its electrical connectors and its bolts. But instead of a hole, they have put a solid rod at the back of their launchers.

 
 

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