- Yes
- No
I would like to propose the inclusion of the SAAB Barracuda camouflage net as a modification for the Wiesel 1A2 in-game.
Most vehicles already have the ability to use camouflage nets, with some as modifications, such as the Leopard 2A4 Panzer Battalion 321. Others are a stock feature that cannot be removed, such as some Challenger models. With this precedent set, the Wiesel 1A2 should also be able to use the Barracuda net.
Barracuda Camouflage
The SAAB Barracuda is a modern camouflage net system used for multispectral signature reduction and stealth. Applied on vehicles, equipment, and troops, it reduces detectability by a wide range of sensor types, from optical and infrared sensors to radar-based systems. The system has been installed on various armoured vehicles such as Leopard 2s, APCs, and IFVs, so it is an appropriate choice for the Wiesel 1A2.
The Barracuda net is not just for visual camouflage; it provides comprehensive multispectral concealment, reducing detectability in multiple spectrums:
- UV signature reduction
- Visual signature reduction
- Near-IR signature reduction
- Shortwave-IR signature reduction
- Thermal-IR signature reduction
- Radar signature reduction
Of course it should be modelled both visually and thermally as some vehicles in game do have such a feature (whether intended or not) via the use of camouflage nets and/or custom attachable camouflage.
Sources:
- Tankograd - Waffentrager Wiesel 1 (page 7)
- Barracuda MCS | Saab