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21 cm Nebelwerfer 42
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Multiple Launch Rocket Systems (MLRS) · Germany · 1942
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21 cm Nebelwerfer 42
21 cm Nebelwerfer 42 Photo: Scheck · Wikimedia Commons · CC BY-SA 3.0 de
* Absolute score — assessed within category · no era adjustment
Range
30
Saturation Firepower
50
Salvo Size
40
Reload Speed
20
Precision (guided)
0
Mobility
45
Shoot-and-Scoot
10
Ammunition Versatility
15
Technology
25
Cost-Effectiveness
70
Origin Germany
CategoryMultiple Launch Rocket Systems (MLRS)
EraWorld War II
In service1942
Quantity2,626
Data Quality84%
31
Multiple Launch Rocket Systems (MLRS) MASS Rating
13/21
World War II
128/151
All-Time
Multiple Launch Rocket Systems (MLRS) · 10 axes scored
Range
30
Saturation Firepower
50
Salvo Size
40
Reload Speed
20
Precision (guided)
0
Mobility
45
Shoot-and-Scoot
10
Ammunition Versatility
15
Technology
25
Cost-Effectiveness
70
ⓘ Regardless of era, the same scoring system applies to all units in the multiple launch rocket systems (mlrs) category.
01 / Overview
21 cm Nebelwerfer 42
Country
Production
1942–
Quantity
2,626
💰 PERFORMANCE / PRICE ASSESSMENT Methodology ↗
MULTIPLE LAUNCH ROCKET SYSTEMS (MLRS) · WORLD WAR II
13
PERFORMANCE/PRICE
68
UNIT COST (2025 USD)
—
31
multiple launch rocket systems (mlrs) category
ⓘ Performance/Price and MASS score are computed across all units in the multiple launch rocket systems (mlrs) category, regardless of era.
02 / Specs & Design
◎General6MOD.6
  • Service Entry Year1942
  • Combat Weight1,100 kg
  • Travel Weight550 kg
  • Crew4
  • Carriage TypeSplit Trail
  • In ServiceYes
◈Ordnance2MOD.2
  • Calibre210 mm
  • Ordnance Typespin-stabilized high-explosive rocket
▣Performance4MOD.4
  • Maximum Range (standard)7.85 km
  • Muzzle Velocity320 m/s
  • Elevation-5° to +45°
  • Traverse24°
◇Ammunition3MOD.3
  • Projectile Weight109.55 kg
  • Ammunition TypesHE
  • HE RoundYes
◆Mobility2MOD.2
▤Dimensions3MOD.3
  • Length3.6 m
  • Width1.6 m
  • Height1.5 m
⬢Production1MOD.1
  • Total Production2,626
03 / History
SERVICE LIFESPANRetired
  1. 1939First deployment: World War II
  2. 1942Production started
84
years in service
2,626
units produced
📖 TERMS ON THIS PAGE3terms
High Explosive (HE) round: an artillery or mortar projectile containing explosive filler designed to inflict damage through blast and fragmentation effects.
Artillery tactic where a firing unit rapidly deploys, fires, and relocates to avoid counter-battery fire.
A towed artillery carriage configuration where the gun is transported with its two wheels separated, allowing for easier deployment and lower profile when in firing position.
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