The Flugabwehrkanonenpanzer Gepard ("anti-aircraft-gun tank 'Cheetah '", better known as the Flakpanzer Gepard) is an all-weather-capable West German self-propelled anti-aircraft gun (SPAAG) based on the hull of the Leopard 1. [1]

Sep 29, 2023 · Even though Gepard anti-aircraft system was developed back in the 1970s, it not just found its niche in the Ukrainian Army but also became an indispensable tool for eliminating russian-iranian suicide drones, thanks to its state-of-art fire control capabilities and own radar

Notable among these later systems is the German Gepard, the first western SPAAG to offer performance equal to or better than the ZSU. This system was widely copied in various NATO forces. SPAAG development continues, with many modern examples often combining both guns and short-range missiles.

The Gepard Self-Propelled Anti-Aircraft Gun (SPAAG) consists of twin Oerlikon GDF 35 mm guns mounted on a Leopard 1 tank chassis. The turret can swivel 360 degrees, providing a full range of coverage for the system. The Gepard’s search and tracking radars are also mounted on the chassis, behind the turret and in front of it, respectively.

Oct 16, 2017 · The turret is the major change from the Leopard and houses the equipment that, at the time of its creation, made the Gepard one of the most deadly Anti-Aircraft vehicles ever built. The Gepard’s primary weapons are dual 35 mm Oerlikon KDA autocannons which are 90 calibers (3.15 m, 10 ft 4 in) long.

Apr 6, 2024 · Germany has donated 52 Flakpanzer Gepard to Ukraine with another 15 from Qatar. This article will explore the history of the German SPAAG.

Apr 26, 2022 · Flakpanzer Gepard is a German self-propelled anti-aircraft gun (SPAAG) with two 35mm cannons with a radar. Among the capability to shoot out planes from the sky, Flakpanzer Gepard is also capable of firing APDS rounds.

The German Flugabwehrkanonenpanzer Gepard SPAAG is one of the most famous Self-Propelled Anti-Aircraft Guns in the World. Development started in the former Federal Republic of Germany (aka West Germany) for the Bundeswehr (West German Army) to replace their US M42 Duster SPAAG’s in 1966.

Sep 25, 2022 · Radar SPAA are best if used to put 1 hyper accurate burst into a target when they enter their attack dive. Ideally, inside 2-3km. Firing any further away gives a HUUUUGE window to avoid it.

Jan 13, 2025 · 2 air kills and multiple ground kills is better than 2 air kills and no ground kills. The Gepard’s anti-tank capability is far more valuable than slightly better anti-air capability (especially at the cost of a higher BR and not 8.3 SPAA options).