Armor
The Panzerwerfer mount itself had armor 10 millimetres (0.39 in) thick.
| Thickness/slope from the vertical | Front | Side | Rear | Top/Bottom |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gun Shield (Flak 43 only) | 10 mm (0.39 in)/30° | none | none | none |
| Superstructure | 15 mm (0.59 in)/30° | 12 mm (0.47 in)/8° | 8 mm (0.31 in)/30° | 6 mm (0.24 in)/87° |
| Hull | 15 mm (0.59 in)/15° | 12 mm (0.47 in)/15° | 8 mm (0.31 in)/0° | 6 mm (0.24 in) |
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