From reading select sources, I learned that some Bf110D’s were equipped with an infrared searchlight or “emitter” installed under the nose. This “emitter” or searchlight was combined with a Q-Rohr tube installed in the cockpit which allowed the pilot to see the target aircraft. This ...
This aircraft was not fitted with the oblique-firing Schrage Musik cannon in the rear cockpit, so the canopy did not need the holes for the muzzles. Unfortunately, the holes are present in the optional open rear canopy. An alternate rear canopy section without the holes is also supplied with...