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The PIAT (Projector, Infantry, Anti Tank), began development as soon as it became apparent the Boy’s antitank rifle was no longer up to the task of taking on German armour. The PIAT utilises a spigot mortar system to launch at 2.5 pound (1.1kg) shaped charge. The PIAT had an effective range of 100m in a direct fire anti-tank role and could also be used as indirect fire weapon up to ranges of 320m. | |||
The PIAT was introduced was introduced into the British Armed forces in 1943 making its combat debut during Operation Husky. The weapon had several advantages. Its Spigot system means that it produced no back-blast unlike the American Bazooka. Therefore it didn’t give away the users position, pose a risk to friendly troops and could it be used in confided spaces. However it was heavy and bulky. | |||
The PAIT served with the British Armed forces for the rest of the war and on into the early 1950s before being replaced. | |||
=Game Play= | =Game Play= | ||
Revision as of 02:38, 31 July 2020
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| Type | Rocket Launcher |
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| Feed System | Single Shot |
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History
The PIAT (Projector, Infantry, Anti Tank), began development as soon as it became apparent the Boy’s antitank rifle was no longer up to the task of taking on German armour. The PIAT utilises a spigot mortar system to launch at 2.5 pound (1.1kg) shaped charge. The PIAT had an effective range of 100m in a direct fire anti-tank role and could also be used as indirect fire weapon up to ranges of 320m.
The PIAT was introduced was introduced into the British Armed forces in 1943 making its combat debut during Operation Husky. The weapon had several advantages. Its Spigot system means that it produced no back-blast unlike the American Bazooka. Therefore it didn’t give away the users position, pose a risk to friendly troops and could it be used in confided spaces. However it was heavy and bulky.
The PAIT served with the British Armed forces for the rest of the war and on into the early 1950s before being replaced.
Game Play
