Destroying the second artillery station | Mission 3 - Halfaya Pass Sniper Elite III Guide
Last update: 11 May 2016
You have two artillery stations left. The order in which you have to destroy them is not described in the task, but it is good to start with the one located in the north-western part of the map (number 13). Choose the path to the north of the building from which you've taken the Collectible Card and start making your way west.
You have to be careful in this area, because to the west of the path leading to the hill, there is an enemy sniper (the picture above). He's busy watching the area. Don't try to kill him from distance, as you will alarm other enemies. It is best to stay on the path, approach him from the east and deal with him in hand-to-hand fight or using a silencer.
Now, you have two paths to choose from. As always, it is not advisable to take the main road (number 3 on the map), because you would be uncovered and easy to notice. Instead of that, choose the side passage (number 4). You will end up behind three enemies, who should be dealt with using a silencer. After eliminating them, search for the next Collectible Card.
Now head west. After some time, you will see the entrance to a cave (number 11 on the map) that is definitely worth exploring, as there is a War Diary (Survival Notes: Enemy Snipers) inside. Watch out for the enemy patrolling the cave, because he's difficult to notice in the darkness. Try to eliminate him when he goes north and do the same with the two guards on the main path.
A large precipice separates you from the artillery station and this means that you will have to destroy it from distance. Start from climbing one of the watch towers (number 12 on the map). The best will be the one which is the closest to the cave. Eliminate the guard and consider taking his Panzerschreck, which may be useful at the end of the mission.
Face the artillery (number 13 on the map) and use your binoculars. Look at the soldiers located near the station. To the right of the artillery, you should be able to identify general Hoesslein. You can eliminate him right away (using your sniper rifle) or hope that he will die in the explosion, as you destroy the artillery.
As for the second station, you have to aim at the barrel marked in the above picture to destroy it. It is located in a cave to the left of the artillery. The explosion will cause the ceiling to collapse and destroy the machine.
Attention - before you leave this part of the map, you can also explore the area near the eastern watch tower. However, it is only optional, because you won't find any secrets there.