The construction of the BV 246 avoided the usual aircraft techniques and strategic materials, so it could be mass-produced.

Initial tests revealed that the basic design was workable, but that the weapon was very inaccurate and because of this it was rejected.

However, work was restarted in 1943, with 11 different versions being planned, due to its simple and inexpensive construction, and the new development contract was awarded to the Karlshagen test centre.

A series of tests was begun to improve the weapon's accuracy, with air drops performed by KG 101.

Despite unpromising results, the Ministry of Aviation nevertheless issued the order to commence mass production on 12 December 1943.