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FM 3-09.60 (FM 6-60)

Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) Operations

AUGUST 2008

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*FM 3-09.60 (FM 6-60) Headquarters Department of the Army Washington, DC, 12 August 2008

Field Manual No. 3-09.60 (FM 6-60)

Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) Operations Contents Page

PREFACE..............................................................................................................ix Chapter 1

SYSTEM DESCRIPTION ................................................................................... 1-1 Section I – Introduction.................................................................................... 1-1 MLRS Employment Concept .............................................................................. 1-1 System Components .......................................................................................... 1-1 Section II – Launcher and Subsystems.......................................................... 1-3 M270 Launcher ................................................................................................... 1-3 M270A1 Launcher .............................................................................................. 1-6 M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System....................................................... 1-8 Section III – MLRS Family of Munitions (MFOM) ......................................... 1-14 Launch Pod ...................................................................................................... 1-14 Missile/Launch Pod Assembly Trainer ............................................................. 1-15 Rockets ............................................................................................................. 1-15 Missiles ............................................................................................................. 1-20 Section IV – Associated Equipment ............................................................. 1-26 Ammunition Resupply Vehicle and Trailer (HEMTT/HEMAT) .......................... 1-26 HIMARS Resupply Vehicle and Resupply Trailer ............................................ 1-27 Command and Control System ........................................................................ 1-30 AFATS .............................................................................................................. 1-30 Survey Equipment ............................................................................................ 1-30 Section V – Radar ........................................................................................... 1-31

Distribution Restriction: Distribution authorized to the DOD and DOD contractors only based on included procedures and technical data. This determination was made on 29 September 2005. Other requests must be referred to the Directorate of Training and Doctrine, 1210 NW Schimmelpfennig Road 167, ATTN: ATSF-DD, Fort Sill, OK 73503-9035. Destruction Notice: Destroy by any method that will prevent disclosure of contents or reconstruction of the document. *This publication supersedes FM 6-60, 23 April 1996.

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AN/TPQ-36 Radar ............................................................................................. 1-31 AN/TPQ-37 Radar ............................................................................................. 1-32 Chapter 2

THE MLRS BATTALION .................................................................................... 2-1 MLRS Battalion ................................................................................................... 2-1 Headquarters and Headquarters Battery ............................................................ 2-2 Firing Battery ....................................................................................................... 2-5 Forward Support Company ................................................................................. 2-7 Battalion Duties ................................................................................................... 2-7 Firing Battery ..................................................................................................... 2-12 Forward Support Company ............................................................................... 2-15

Chapter 3

EMPLOYMENT ................................................................................................... 3-1 Section I – Operations in War .......................................................................... 3-1 General Employment Considerations ................................................................. 3-1 TASK Organization ............................................................................................. 3-8 Target Acquisition Employment Options ........................................................... 3-10 Battalion Commander ....................................................................................... 3-11 Liaison Function Options .................................................................................. 3-12 Operations with the Marine Corps .................................................................... 3-12 Offensive Operations ........................................................................................ 3-13 Nonstandard Employment Techniques ............................................................. 3-19 Target Acquisition and Sensor System Interface.............................................. 3-23 Roles of MLRS Unit........................................................................................... 3-25 Sustainment Operations with the Marine Corps ............................................... 3-29

Chapter 4

MLRS UNIT OPERATIONS ................................................................................ 4-1 Section I – Battalion Operations...................................................................... 4-1 Battalion Command Post and Operations Center............................................... 4-1 Automated Systems ............................................................................................ 4-6 Battalion ALOC ................................................................................................. 4-10 Section II – MLRS Firing Battery Operations ............................................... 4-10 Battery Headquarters ........................................................................................ 4-10 Battery Headquarters Operations ..................................................................... 4-11 Battery Defense ................................................................................................ 4-12 Tactical Movement ............................................................................................ 4-14 Section III – Firing Platoon Operations ......................................................... 4-17 Platoon Headquarters ....................................................................................... 4-17 OPAREA ........................................................................................................... 4-17 Launcher Survey Control .................................................................................. 4-21 Launcher Response Posture ............................................................................ 4-24 Detachment of the MLRS Firing Platoon .......................................................... 4-28 Section IV – Reconnaissance, Selection, and Occupation of Position ..... 4-28 Planning ............................................................................................................ 4-28 RSOP Process .................................................................................................. 4-28 Masking Data .................................................................................................... 4-30 Section V – Contingency Operations ............................................................ 4-31 Force Projection ................................................................................................ 4-31

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Deployment ...................................................................................................... 4-33 Special Operations ........................................................................................... 4-34 Chapter 5

DELIVERY OF FIRES ........................................................................................ 5-1 Section I – Introduction.................................................................................... 5-1 Organization and Structure................................................................................. 5-1 Fire Direction Centers......................................................................................... 5-2 Section II – Accurate Predicted Fire ............................................................... 5-3 Target Size and Location.................................................................................... 5-3 Launcher Location .............................................................................................. 5-4 Weapon and Ammunition Information ................................................................ 5-6 Meteorological Information ................................................................................. 5-6 Meteorological Message Checking Procedures ................................................. 5-7 Section III – Tactical and Technical Fire Direction ........................................ 5-9 Tactical Fire Direction ......................................................................................... 5-9 Technical Fire Direction .................................................................................... 5-13 Section IV – Automated Mission Processing .............................................. 5-13 Automated Tactical Fire Direction .................................................................... 5-14 Fire Mission Cycle ............................................................................................ 5-21 Automated AFOM Processing .......................................................................... 5-23 Fire Mission Execution ..................................................................................... 5-24 Fire Support Planning Function ........................................................................ 5-28 MLRS Fire Plan Processing ............................................................................. 5-30

Appendix A

AERIAL TRANSPORT OF MLRS AMMUNITION AND EQUIPMENT.............. A-1

Appendix B

ROCKET BALLISTICS ...................................................................................... B-1

Appendix C

MLRS BATTALION AND BATTERY TACTICAL STANDING OPERATING PROCEDURES .................................................................................................. C-1

Appendix D

LNO CHECKLIST .............................................................................................. D-1

Appendix E

MLRS COMMAND POSTS ................................................................................ E-1

Appendix F

HASTY SURVEY TECHNIQUE—GRAPHIC RESECTION ............................... F-1

Appendix G

M26, M26A1/A2, AND M28A1/A2 ROCKET CREST CLEARANCE TABLES G-1

Appendix H

FIRING SAFETY ................................................................................................ H-1

Appendix I

ROCKET BALLISTIC ALGORITHM SOLUTIONS............................................. I-1

Appendix J

JSTARS CGS INTEROPERABILITY PROCEDURES FOR THE MLRS BATTALION ....................................................................................................... J-1

Appendix K

ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS .................................................................... K-1

Appendix L

RAID PLANNING CHECKLISTS ....................................................................... L-1

Appendix M

ATACMS BLOCK II EMPLOYMENT ................................................................ M-1 GLOSSARY .......................................................................................... Glossary-1 REFERENCES .................................................................................. References-1 INDEX .......................................................................................................... Index-1

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Figures Figure 1-1. M270 Launcher .................................................................................................... 1-3 Figure 1-2. M142 HIMARS Launcher..................................................................................... 1-9 Figure 1-3. M142 Chassis Frame .......................................................................................... 1-9 Figure 1-4. Crew Cab ........................................................................................................... 1-10 Figure 1-5. Firing Platform ................................................................................................... 1-11 Figure 1-6. Sponsons ........................................................................................................... 1-12 Figure 1-7. Turret Assembly ................................................................................................ 1-12 Figure 1-8. Base Assembly .................................................................................................. 1-13 Figure 1-9. M142 Reload System ........................................................................................ 1-13 Figure 1-10. Launch Pod ..................................................................................................... 1-14 Figure 1-11. M26 Rocket...................................................................................................... 1-15 Figure 1-12. M77 Submunition ............................................................................................. 1-16 Figure 1-13. M30 GMLRS Rocket........................................................................................ 1-18 Figure 1-14. M31 GMLRS Rocket........................................................................................ 1-19 Figure 1-15. M39/M39A1 Missile ......................................................................................... 1-21 Figure 1-16. M74 Submunition ............................................................................................. 1-21 Figure 1-17. Block II Missile ................................................................................................. 1-23 Figure 1-18. BAT Submunition ............................................................................................. 1-24 Figure 1-19. M985 HEMTT .................................................................................................. 1-26 Figure 1-20. M989A1 HEMAT .............................................................................................. 1-26 Figure 1-21. M1084A1 Resupply Vehicle ............................................................................ 1-27 Figure 1-22. M1095 Resupply Trailer .................................................................................. 1-27 Figure 1-23. MTS Control Station ........................................................................................ 1-29 Figure 1-24. MTS Mobile Unit .............................................................................................. 1-28 Figure 1-25. MTS Mobile Unit in the RSV ............................................................................ 1-29 Figure 1-26. MTS Transceiver Mount .................................................................................. 1-29 Figure 2-1. MLRS/HIMARS Battalion Organization ............................................................... 2-1 Figure 2-2. Headquarters and Headquarters Battery ............................................................ 2-2 Figure 2-3. MLRS Firing Battery ............................................................................................ 2-6 Figure 3-1. Example: MLRS Platoon Operating Base with Internal Firing Points................ 3-28 Figure 4-1. TOC Radio and AFATDS Quantities ................................................................... 4-2 Figure 4-2. Special Formations ............................................................................................ 4-16 Figure 4-3. Operational Area ............................................................................................... 4-18 Figure 4-4. Masking ............................................................................................................. 4-31 Figure 4-5. Urban Targeting Solution................................................................................... 4-35 Figure 5-2. Computer Meteorological Message ..................................................................... 5-8 Figure 5-3. Fire Mission Execution ...................................................................................... 5-14 Figure 5-4. AFOM Platoon Air Hazard Area ........................................................................ 5-16 Figure 5-5. Default Block I and 1A Target Air Hazard Area ................................................. 5-17

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Figure 5-6. Fire Mission Support Function ........................................................................... 5-18 Figure 5-7. DA Form 7232-R (Example) .............................................................................. 5-22 Figure 5.8. DA Form 7233-R (Example) ............................................................................... 5-22 Figure 5-9. Fire Planning and Scheduling ............................................................................ 5-29 Figure A-1. Launch Pod Container with Multiple Launch Rocket System Rockets or Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System Rockets / Guided Missile Launch Assembly Pods with Army Tactical Missile System Missiles, One Container.............................................................................................................A-4 Figure A-2. Launch Pod Container with Multiple Launch Rocket System Rockets or Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System Rockets / Guided Missile Launch Assembly Pods with Army Tactical Missile System Missiles, Two Containers ...........................................................................................................A-6 Figure A-3. Launch Pod Container with Multiple Launch Rocket System Rockets or Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System Rockets / Guided Missile Launch Assembly Pods with Army Tactical Missile System Missiles, Four Containers ...........................................................................................................A-9 Figure B-1. Bias and Precision Errors ....................................................................................B-2 Figure E-1. Vehicles at the MLRS Battalion CP, Option 1—Dual CPs ..................................E-1 Figure E-2. MLRS Battalion TOC—Side-by-Side Configuration ............................................E-3 Figure E-3. Vehicles at the MLRS Battalion Trains, Option 1—Dual CPs .............................E-4 Figure E-4. MLRS Battalion ALOC in Built-up Trucks ............................................................E-7 Figure E-5. MLRS Battalion ALOC in a General Purpose Medium Tent................................E-7 Figure E-6. MLRS Battery CP—Split HQ .............................................................................E-10 Figure E-7. MLRS Battery Operations Center in Carrier, CP ...............................................E-12 Figure E-8. MLRS Battery Trains —Split HQ .......................................................................E-13 Figure E-9. Battery LOC .......................................................................................................E-14 Figure E-10. Vehicles at the MLRS Platoon HQ ..................................................................E-14 Figure E-11. MLRS POC in C2V ..........................................................................................E-15 Figure G-1. Mil Relation Formula .......................................................................................... G-1 Figure G-2. Effective Angle of Site ........................................................................................ G-2 Figure G-3. Crest Clearance ................................................................................................. G-2 Figure I-1. M26 Low Quadrant Elevation Trajectories. Conditions: BA-ER-D, sea level standard (no wind). For illustration purposes only. ..................................... I-9 Figure I-2. M26 High Quadrant Elevation Trajectories. Conditions: BA-ER-D, sea level standard (no wind). For illustration purposes only. ................................... I-18 Figure I-3. M26A1/2 Trajectories ........................................................................................... I-30 Figure I-4. M26A1/2 (High Quadrant Elevation) Trajectories ................................................ I-45 Figure I-5. M28A1/A2 RRPR Trajectories ............................................................................. I-49 Figure J-1. JSTARS MTI Capabilities ..................................................................................... J-1 Figure J-2. JSTARS SAR Capabilities ................................................................................... J-2 Figure J-3. Decentralized Mission Communications Channels for MLRS/HIMARS .............. J-5 Figure J-4. Example of Block I/IA Amended At My Command Mission MLRS/HIMARS ....... J-7 Figure K-1. Environmental Laws and Regulations .................................................................K-5 Figure M-1. AFOM Platoon Air Hazard Area ......................................................................... M-2

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Figure M-2. Typical Block II Target Air Hazard Area ............................................................ M-3 Figure M-3. Missile Mission and Flight Profile ...................................................................... M-4 Figure M-4. BAT Submunition Dispense Sequence ............................................................. M-4 Figure M-5. BAT Target Attack Profile .................................................................................. M-5 Figure M-6. BAT Engagement Sequence ............................................................................. M-5 Figure M-7. Manual Calculation of Trigger Events Job Aid .................................................. M-9 Figure M-8. Block II Target Engagement Process .............................................................. M-10 Figure M-9. Block II Mission Functional Flow ..................................................................... M-13 Figure M-10. Block II On-Call Target Establishment Procedures ....................................... M-15 Figure M-11. Block II Trigger Event Establishment Procedures ......................................... M-16 Figure M-12. AFATDS Trigger Event Window .................................................................... M-18 Figure M-13. BAT Acoustic Footprint .................................................................................. M-21 Figure M-14. Block II Linear Target Segmentation—AFATDS View .................................. M-22 Figure M-15. Target Segmentation in NAI and TAI ............................................................ M-22 Figure M-16. Target Dispersal Patterns .............................................................................. M-24

Tables Table 1-1. M270A1 Launcher Characteristics ....................................................................... 1-6 Table 1-2. MFOM Characteristics ........................................................................................ 1-19 Table 1-3. ATACMS Family of Munitions Characteristics .................................................... 1-26 Table 1-4. Estimated Position Error ..................................................................................... 1-31 Table 3-1. Block I, Block IA, Block II and M48/M57 Comparison .......................................... 3-4 Table 3-2. Launcher Capabilities ........................................................................................... 3-6 Table 3-3. Range Comparison ............................................................................................... 3-6 Table 3-4. Positioning the Battalion Commander ................................................................ 3-11 Table 3-5. Comparison of MLRS Operating Base Techniques ........................................... 3-27 Table 4-1. Appliqué ................................................................................................................ 4-9 Table 4-2. Navigation ........................................................................................................... 4-23 Table 4-3. Alignment Time ................................................................................................... 4-24 Table 4-4. Response Postures ............................................................................................ 4-25 Table 4-5. GPS Initialization States ..................................................................................... 4-26 Table 4-6. MLRS Contingency Packages ............................................................................ 4-34 Table 5-1. Required Accuracies............................................................................................. 5-4 Table 5-2. System Accuracy .................................................................................................. 5-5 Table 5-3. Position Specifications .......................................................................................... 5-5 Table 5-4. Meteorological Message Areas of Validity............................................................ 5-7 Table 5-5. MLRS Risk Estimate Distances (Training Only) ................................................. 5-13 Table 5-6. Ammunition Selection Matrix .............................................................................. 5-20 Table 5-7. Fire Plan Change Reaction Times ...................................................................... 5-31 Table A-1. Transportability by Aircraft.................................................................................... A-2

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Table A-2. Launch Pod Container (LPC) with Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) Rockets or Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (G-MLRS) Rockets / Guided Missile Launch Assembly (GMLA) Pods with Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS) Missiles, One Container Two Containers ................A-3 Table A-3. Launch Pod Container with Multiple Launch Rocket System Rockets or Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System Rockets / Guided Missile Launch Assembly Pods with Army Tactical Missile System Missiles, Two Containers ...........................................................................................................A-5 Table A-4. Launch Pod Container with Multiple Launch Rocket System Rockets or Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System Rockets / Guided Missile Launch Assembly Pods with Army Tactical Missile System Missiles, Four Containers ...........................................................................................................A-7 Table E-1. Personnel at the MLRS Battalion CP, Option 1—Dual CPs .................................E-1 Table E-2. MLRS Battalion TOC Shifts by Duty Position .......................................................E-3 Table E-3. Personnel at MLRS Battalion Trains, Option 1—Dual CPs ..................................E-4 Table E-4. MLRS Battalion ALOC Shifts by Duty Position .....................................................E-6 Table E-5. Forward Support Company with the MLRS Battalion Table E-6. Personnel at the MLRS Battery CP Split HQ

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Table E-7. MLRS BOC Shifts by Duty Position ....................................................................E-11 Table E-8. Personnel at the MLRS Battery Trains ...............................................................E-13 Table E-9. MLRS Battery LOC Shifts by Duty Position ....................................................... E-13 Table E-10. Personnel at the MLRS Platoon HQ ............................................................. . E-15 Table E-11. MLRS POC Shifts by Duty Position .................................................................E-15 Table G-1. M26 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: Sea Level)..................... G-3 Table G-2. M26 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 400 m ASL) ................... G-7 Table G-3. M26 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 800 m ASL) ................. G-11 Table G-4. M26 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 1,200 m ASL) .............. G-15 Table G-5. M26 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 3,048 m ASL) .............. G-19 Table G-6. M26A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: Sea Level) ......... G-23 Table G-7. M26A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 400 m ASL).. ..... G-28 Table G-8. M26A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 800 m ASL).. ..... G-34 Table G-9. M26A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 1,200 m ASL) .... G-40 Table G-10. M26A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 3,048 m ASL) ................................................................................................................. G-46 Table G-11. M28A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: Sea Level).. ..... G-52 Table G-12. M28A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 400 m ASL) .. .. G-56 Table G-13. M28A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 800 m ASL). .... G-60 Table G-14. M28A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 1,200 m ASL) ................................................................................................................. G-64 Table G-15. M28A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 3,048 m ASL) ................................................................................................................. G-68 Table I-1. M26 (Low Quadrant Elevation) Rocket Trajectory Data ......................................... I-1 Table I-2. M26 (High Quadrant Elevation) Rocket Trajectory Data....................................... I-10 Table I-3. M26A1/2 (Low Quadrant Elevation) Rocket Trajectory Data ................................ I-19

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Table I-4. M26A1/2 (High Quadrant Elevation) Rocket Trajectory Data............................... I-31 Table I-5. M28A1/A2 Rocket (Reduced Range, Practice) Ballistic Algorithm Solutions ..... ..I-46 Table K-1. Material Safety Data Sheet .................................................................................. K-3 Table K-2. Regulatory Training Requirements ...................................................................... K-6 Table K-3. Common Environmental Hazards ........................................................................ K-8 Table K-4. Environmental-related Controls ............................................................................ K-9 Table M-1. Planned Target Location to Engagement Trigger Events Distance ................... M-8 Table M-2. AFATDS Target Type/Subtypes Applicable to Block II .................................... M-14 Table M-3. Engagement of Targets with Gaps Between Subunits ..................................... M-17 Table M-4. Block II (with Basic BAT) Target Area No-Go Environmental Conditions ........ M-23

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Preface This publication is designed primarily for the multiple launch rocket system (MLRS) battalion, battery, and platoon. It is also a guide for corps and division Fire Cells/Fires Elements (FC/FEs), fires brigade (FIB), Marine artillery regiments and their staffs, and fire support coordinators and their supported commanders and staffs. This publication sets forth the doctrine pertaining to the organization, equipment, command and control, operations, and tactics, techniques, and procedures for the MLRS battalion, battery, and platoon. It establishes the responsibilities and general duties of key personnel by focusing on essentials of how the MLRS unit fights. It keys the MLRS battalion, battery, and platoon leaders to those areas that must be trained to win the fight. This publication is compatible with full spectrum operations - the Army's operational concept discussed in FM 3-0 Operations.. It does not stand alone. It should be used with equipment technical manuals, soldier’s manuals, and trainer’s guides. Tables of organization and equipment (TOE) are based on the doctrinal tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTP) outlined in this publication. The approved TOEs detail manpower and equipment authorizations for United States Army units. However, some of the required positions outlined in chapter 2 may not be resourced as Army units organize under modification tables of organization and equipment (MTOEs). To determine manpower and equipment authorizations for a specific unit, refer to the MTOE for that unit. This publication applies to the Active Army, the Army National Guard (ARNG)/Army National Guard of the United States (ARNGUS), and the United States Army Reserve (USAR) unless otherwise stated. The proponent of this publication is the United States Army Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC). The U.S. Army Field Artillery School is the preparing agency. Send comments and recommendations on DA Form 2028 (Recommended Changes to Publications and Blank Forms) to Directorate of Training and Doctrine 1210 NW Schimmelpfennig Road, Suite 250 ATTN: ATSF-DD, Fort Sill, OK 73503-9035 or email to [email protected]. Unless this publication states otherwise, masculine nouns and pronouns do not refer exclusively to men.

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Chapter 1

System Description This chapter implements STANAG 2934, chapter 11.

The MLRS is designed to attack the enemy throughout the supported commander’s operations Area. Complementing cannon artillery and other fire support assets, MLRS has an all-weather, long-range capability, and a full suite of munitions. The MLRS battalion can be assigned or attached to a fires brigade (FIB).

SECTION I – INTRODUCTION

MLRS EMPLOYMENT CONCEPT 1-1. The capabilities of MLRS make it one of the most unique field artillery (FA) weapon systems available for both joint and combined arms operations. Its range, mobility, and lethality allow it to execute the full spectrum of fire support—providing close support to maneuver units, protecting the force with counter fire, and attacking operational targets for the division, corps, Marine air ground task force (MAGTF), or joint task force commander and in support of theater missile defense (TMD). 1-2. Regardless of the tactical mission, MLRS units are positioned and fight well forward and use their “shoot-and-scoot” capability to improve survivability. Forward positioning is critical to accomplishing unit missions. When providing support in the offense, MLRS units move to best support the maneuver forces, stopping to fire as required, and then move rapidly to continue supporting the formation. In the defense, these systems may support maneuver units by moving laterally along the forward line of own troops (FLOT). This allows MLRS units to take maximum advantage of their range to protect maneuver units from the destructive effects of the enemy's indirect fire systems. The mobility and massive firepower of the MLRS make it well-suited to augment other artillery fires supporting cavalry units engaged in operations such as screening, covering force, and movement to contact. 1-3. The 70-kilometer (km) range of the guided MLRS (GMLRS) rocket and the 300-kilometer range of the Block IA Army tactical missile system (ATACMS) provide the brigade, division, corps, MAGTF, and joint commanders with a long range strike capability. To support strike missions, MLRS units are positioned close to the FLOT, and in some cases beyond the FLOT, to engage the enemy at maximum ranges and to continue to attack the enemy throughout the depth of the battlefield. The MLRS units assigned the mission of firing ATACMS in support of a joint force commander will often operate in a brigade combat team (BCT) area of operation (AO). Intermixed with maneuver and cannon units, these MLRS units continually coordinate for positions within the BCT sector. 1-4. The MLRS plays a critical role in contingency operations because it provides a massive infusion of combat power in small, rapidly deployable force packages. MLRS units are a logical choice to provide fires for initial entry forces because of the lethality of the MLRS family of munitions (MFOM) coupled with the air deployability of the system on a variety of aircraft.

SYSTEM COMPONENTS 1-5. The MLRS consists of the following components.

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M270 LAUNCHER 1-6. The M270 launcher is a self-propelled armored rocket and missile-firing platform with a crew of 3 (section chief, gunner, and driver). The launcher is composed of the M993 extended Bradley tracked carrier and the M269 launcher module (LM). The LM contains a built-in self-loading system that holds either 2 launch pod containers (LPCs) or 2 guided missile launch assemblies (GMLAs), but not a mix of both (each bay of the launcher must be loaded with the same type munitions of the same Department of Defense [DOD] accounting code [DODAC] or J-code). The LPC holds 6 rockets, and the GMLA holds 1 missile for an onboard firing capability of 12 rockets or 2 missiles. 1-7. Each launcher has the onboard capability to receive a fire mission, determine launcher location, compute firing data, orient on the target, and fire. The M270 carrier cab houses the man-machine interface for the fire control system (FCS). The FCS computes firing data that is applied to the LM via the stabilization reference package/position determining system (SRP/PDS) and the LM launcher drive system (LDS). The components apply position survey, vehicle heading reference, and aiming stabilization. The system uses standard Army communications systems to transmit and receive digital communications. Once laid and armed, the launcher can fire— • 12 rockets in less than 60 seconds at up to 6 aim points. • 2 missiles in less than 20 seconds at 1 or 2 aim points.

M270A1 LAUNCHER 1-8. The M270A1 Launcher is an improved version of the M270 launcher using the fire control system M270A1 (FCS). The FCS replaces maintenance intensive hardware and software and provides support for MLRS family of munitions (MFOM) using a global positioning system (GPS) for in flight trajectory correction. The launcher’s GPS supplements the vehicle’s existing inertial position-navigation system. The M270A1 FCS modification upgrades the electronic and navigation equipment, reduces operations and sustainment costs, and revises the software architecture. 1-9. The M270A1 FCS reduces fire mission and reload cycle times. This is achieved by providing a faster drive system that moves simultaneously in azimuth and elevation. The M270A1 FCS decreases the traverse time from stowed position to worst-case aim-point by approximately 85 percent. The M270A1 FCS also decreases the mechanical system contribution to reload time by 38 percent. The reduced time spent at the launch and reload points increases the survivability of the launcher crew and associated rearm personnel. Once laid and armed, the launcher can fire: • 12 rockets in less than 60 seconds at up to 12 aim-points. • 2 missiles in less than 20 seconds at 1 or 2aim-points.

LPC AND GUIDED MISSILE LAUNCH ASSEMBLIES 1-10. Each LPC holds 6 rockets, and each GMLA holds 1 missile. The pods are stenciled with the DOD identification code (DODIC). This is the same code that is displayed on the fire control panel (FCP) when ammunition status is displayed to the launcher crewmembers.

AMMUNITION RESUPPLY VEHICLES AND TRAILERS 1-11. The ammunition resupply capability for the M270/M270A1 configured MLRS units is provided by the heavy expanded mobility tactical truck (HEMTT) M985 and the heavy expanded mobility ammunition trailer (HEMAT) M989A1. Each can carry 4 rocket/missile pods for a total of 48 rockets or 8 missiles in a HEMTT and HEMAT load. M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) configured MLRS units have the M1084A1 with material handling equipment (MHE) resupply vehicle (RSV) and M1095 resupply trailer (RST). Each can carry 2 rocket/missile pods for a total of 24 rockets or 4 missiles in a RSV and RST load.

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COMMAND, CONTROL, AND COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM 1-12. The MLRS fire direction center (FDC) has an automated command, control, (C2) and communications system to provide command and control of subordinate launchers and to facilitate communication on the battlefield. Major components of the C2 system are the FCS located in the launcher and the AFATDS located at the platoon/battery.

SECTION II – LAUNCHER AND SUBSYSTEMS

M270 LAUNCHER 1-13. The M270 launcher is a highly mobile, lightly armored, tracked carrier vehicle with an LM mounted on the vehicle bed (see figure 1-1). The launcher consists of a 3-man crew (section chief, gunner, and driver). Personal equipment is stored in the crew's equipment storage containers located in the carrier under the LM cage.

Figure 1-1. M270 Launcher

M993 CARRIER VEHICLE 1-14. The carrier vehicle is a longer version of the Bradley fighting vehicle with nearly 80 percent common components. It is 6.8 meters (22 feet, 6 inches) long, 2.6 meters (8 feet, 9 inches) high, and 2.597 meters (8 feet, 6 inches) wide. When loaded with M26 rocket LPCs, the launcher weighs approximately 24,036 kilograms (52,990 pounds). It can climb 60 percent slopes, traverse a 40 percent side slope, ford 1.1 meters (40 inches) of water, and climb 1-meter vertical walls. The launcher has a cruising range of 483 kilometers (300 miles) and can be transported by C-17 and larger cargo aircraft (see appendix A). The vehicle cab is constructed of aluminum armor plate, providing ballistic protection to the crew. It is fitted with an M13A1 gas particulate filter unit that protects the crew from chemical and biological agents and radioactive particles. It also has a vehicle cab overpressure system to protect the crew from toxic rocket and missile exhaust.

M269 LAUNCHER MODULE 1-15. The launcher module (LM) consists of 2 sections: a mechanical section and an electrical section. These sections work together to perform all firing and non-firing functions.

LM Mechanical Section 1-16. The mechanical section consists of base, turret, and cage assemblies. The base assembly provides for the physical mounting of the LM to the carrier. Both the turret and base assemblies house the electronics and hydraulics of the LDS that actually perform the rotation and elevation functions of the LM. The cage assembly performs 2 important functions. First, the structure of the cage assembly aligns, holds, and protects the launch pods. Second, 2 boom and hoist assemblies mounted in the cage assembly give the launcher crew a built-in ammunition loading and unloading capability.

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LM Electrical Section 1-17. The electrical section consists of 3 subsystems: the primary power supply, the communications system, and the FCS. Primary Power Supply 1-18. The primary power supply is the source of power for all launcher equipment. It uses standard military lead acid batteries to provide 24 volts of power to the launcher components. It also controls the distribution of power through the use of switching relays. Communications System 1-19. The launcher communications system includes a single-channel ground and airborne radio system (SINCGARS), AN/VRC-92F, with embedded communications security (COMSEC) capability. Each crewmember has a combat vehicle crewman (CVC) helmet that is connected to an AN/VIC-1 or AN/VIC-3 intercom system.

FCS M270 Launcher 1-20. The FCS functions with the other launcher components to provide overall control of the LM. It monitors, coordinates, and controls all electronic devices used during a launch cycle. The FCS consists of the FCP, electronics unit (EU, fire control unit (FCU), boom controller (BC), short/no-voltage tester (SNVT), SRP/PDS, payload interface module (PIM), and communications processor (CMP). • Fire control panel. The FCP, located in the center of the carrier cab in front of the gunner's seat, has a data entry keyboard for manual entry operations and for message menu selection. The panel gives alphanumeric displays in simple language. Located next to the data keys are built-in test (BIT) indicator lamps for line replaceable units (LRU). These allow rapid detection and isolation of faults in the FCS. • Electronics unit. The EU contains the computer program and data processing electronics to receive, compute, and distribute fire mission parameters. The EU holds all current weapon files and operational data for the launch and ballistic computation programs in its “bubble” memory (permanent, nonvolatile). However, only those munitions programs that have been moved into the EU random access memory (RAM) can be used by the launcher FCS to compute launch and other fire mission data. The EU automatically identifies munitions type and copies necessary weapon files from bubble to RAM. If the proper software is not loaded, the crew can use the program load unit (PLU) to load required munitions data into the EU. • Fire control unit. The FCU contains the electronic circuits that change the EU outputs into control signals for other launcher components. It also takes inputs from the other components and changes them into signals the EU can use. • Boom controller. The BC permits remote control of the loading and off-loading functions and positioning of the LM for maintenance. • Short/no-voltage tester. The SNVT is a built-in test device used during loading operations. It is used to test the FCS W19 umbilical cables for stray voltage or static electricity. The test ensures that the cables are safe to connect to the loaded launch pods. • Stabilization reference package/position determining system. The SRP/PDS is composed of 2 integrated subsystems that are housed in separate compartments: the SRP and the PDS. The SRP uses an electrically driven north-seeking gyrocompass. The SRP provides heading, elevation, and launcher slope. The PDS uses 2 encoders on the vehicle final drives and orientation data from the SRP to determine position location. • Payload interface module. The PIM provides communications power and interface between the loaded launch pods and the EU. Initial input of the EU munitions programs requires use of the PLU and the PIM. If there is a PIM failure, the M270 can still execute rocket missions. • Communications processor. The CMP controls the flow of the digital coded audio tone messages sent and received by the launcher communications-FCS interface. It is designed to ensure that the

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FCS does not acknowledge, nor allow itself to be disrupted by, digital messages not addressed to that launcher. It also rejects weak or garbled signals.

FCS Functions 1-21. The launcher FCS provides the link among the crew, external digital message sources, and the launcher components. It performs the following significant functions: • Computes firing data for all fire missions. • Lays the LM and sets fuzes or programs warheads, as required. • Monitors and integrates all onboard sensor data. • In conjunction with the launcher communications system, provides a digital interface between the launcher crew and the command and control elements. • Monitors the status of built-in tests. • Enables the crew to control launcher components. • Controls LM operations. 1-22. The FCS receives data input in the following ways: • Current mission data are input automatically through digital-coded, audio-tone, radio messages, or manually through the FCP keyboard. • The EU munitions programs are input from a cassette through a PLU. 1-23. The PLU is an electronic device that programs the EU memory. The unit mounts a cassette containing operational program data. The PLU is connected to the EU through the PIM interface connector W31P2 using the PLU cable assembly. The PLU requires 22 to 25 minutes to transfer an entire cassette of data. 1-24. Data communication is the most common and preferred method of input to the FCS. Through radios, the FCS can communicate digitally with the platoon, battery, or battalion AFATDS. The FCS can receive MLRS and meteorology (MET) message category formats as well as the SYS;PTM message. Secure data digital communication between the observers and a launcher FCS must be routed through an AFATDS because message formats are not compatible. The FCS allows the crew to send and receive fixed-format messages and free-text messages. 1-25. The primary means of communication is frequency modulated (FM) secure data; however, FM voice secure communication is available as a backup. In case of data communication failure or when operating voice, the crew can manually enter all data elements through the FCP keyboard. 1-26. The EU automatically monitors, integrates, and computes data from other FCS launcher electronic components. It continuously monitors the SRP/PDS data and computes launcher heading (travel direction), location, and altitude. The FCS determines the firing data when the target information is received. When the crew enters the appropriate mission command, the FCS commands the LM to lay on the required launch azimuth and elevation, and set the rocket fuze times or program the warheads. The FCS fires the rockets or missiles when commanded by the gunner through the FCP. 1-27. The FCS continuously checks its internal components and those of the LM. These checks are made throughout the mission cycle. If a malfunction is detected, the crewmembers are notified by a fault message prompt or LRU bit light on the FCP. 1-28. The FCS can currently operate in 5 different language formats: U.S.-English, United KingdomEnglish, German, French, and Italian. Note: The launcher is unable to fire the mission if a malfunction occurs in a launcher FCS; that is, in the FCP, EU, FCU, or SRP/PDS. Because no backup means exist to fire the launcher manually, the fire mission must be redirected to an operational launcher for completion.

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M270A1 LAUNCHER 1-29. The M270A1 launcher (see table 1-1) is a combined fielding of the LMS and the FCS. The LMS drastically reduces fire mission and reload cycle times. It allows the LM to elevate and traverse simultaneously at an increased speed. The LMS provides the following operational enhancements: • Rapid response to time-sensitive targets. Reduces time from launcher lay to aimpoint by 85 percent (time reduced from 93 seconds to 16 seconds for a maximum range mission). • Increased survivability due to less time at firing points and reload points. • Increased rates of fire. 1-30. The FCS mitigates obsolescence and reduces operations and sustainment costs by changing the MLRS FCS. Incorporating the GPS and decentralizing the weapon system command function enhances operational performance of the launcher. The FCS is designed to conduct self-diagnosis of its associated components. 1-31. To more adequately support the M270A1 launcher, the M993A1 carrier has been upgraded with 9 hardware improvements plus a monitoring and sensor system (Centry) to become the M993A1. The Centry system consists of electrical sensors interacting with the carrier’s engine and transmission to provide better performance and improved troubleshooting procedures for maintainers. Table 1-1. M270A1 Launcher Characteristics Weight (air trans)

19,414 kg

42,800 lb

Width

2,972 mm

9 ft, 11 in

Length

6,942 mm

22 ft, 9 in

Height (stowed)

2,666 mm

8 ft, 9 in

Height (full elevation)

5,920 mm

19 ft, 5 in

Included in launcher weight: ½ tank of fuel VIC-3 intercom Radios and mounts, antennas and mounts, cabling

Not included in launcher weight: CVC helmets for VIC-3 Basic issue items Rocket pods, M/LPA trainers

FCS REFERENCE IETM 1055-647-13&P 1-32. The M270A1 FCS functions with the other launcher components to provide overall control of the LM. It monitors, coordinates, and controls all electronic devices used during a launch cycle. The FCS consists of the Low Cost Fire Control Panel (LCFCP) which is comprised of three major components which includes Gunners Display Unit (GDU),Tactical Processer Unit (TPU), with Mass Storage Unit (MSU) allowing the operator to interface with the FCS which includes the Improved Weapon Interface Unit (IWIU), the Boom Controller(BC), the Position Navigation Unit (PNU), the Power Switching Unit (PSU), the launcher interface unit (LIU) (with power management unit, main processor and communications processor), and the maintenance support device-field ready (MSD-FR). • Gunners Display Unit. The GDU, located in the center of the carrier cab in front of the gunner's seat, has a high-resolution display, full text keyboard, and audio/video alarms. It provides system interface to the mass storage unit that provides nonvolatile storage for system software and database information. • Power switching unit. The PSU which replaces the (EB) the Electronics Box and provides the vehicle power source interface and high current power switching and distribution. It is controlled by the LIU. • Launcher interface unit. The LIU aims and controls the LM. It provides interface for load/unload operations, and provides embedded communications processing functions. It oversees the overall operations of the FCS to include providing system power and communication (internal and external) management functions. The LIU interfaces directly with the M270A1 LMS and provides the

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stabilization and control functions. In addition, the LIU provides control functions for the boom and hoist features in support of reload operations. • Improved Weapon interface unit. The IWIU contains the computer program and data processing electronics to receive, compute, and distribute fire mission parameters. It calculates the ballistic algorithm, downloads data to MFOM, performs SNVT functions, and provides ground power. • Position navigation unit. The PNU provides launcher position and navigation data. During fire missions, the PNU provides the FCS with location, attitude, and launcher rate data for use in computing ballistics and aiming the LM. The PNU contains an embedded GPS receiver to enhance its inertial performance and provide effective land navigation for the launcher. The reference package of the PNU is capable of alignment on the move, a process that takes approximately 15 minutes as long as the vehicle remains in motion. Stationary alignment time can be as long as 5 minutes or as short as 2 minutes and 30 seconds, depending on initialization data and conditions. The PDS requires manual updating only in the event that GPS is not available to the system. GPS enables effective land navigation of the launcher in the absence of SCP information. In the absence of GPS information, the PNU provides free inertial navigation or navigation with the aid of existing odometer encoder inputs. • Boom controller. The boom controller permits remote control of the loading and off-loading functions and positioning of the LM for maintenance. An emergency disable switch has been added onto the M270A1 launcher boom controller because of the decreased reaction time associated with the increased speed of the LM. The boom controller on the M270 is not interchangeable with the boom controller on the M270A1 launcher. Note: During boom controller operations, all crew members must follow all safety procedures outlined in the interactive electronic technical manual (IETM) 9-1055-646-13P. • Power distribution box (PDB). The PDB provides operational interface to the boom/hoist assemblies, travel lock actuator, and cage down limit switch. • GPS antenna. The GPS receiver interfaces with the GPS satellite constellation via the antenna mounted on top of the LM cage assembly. 1-33. The digitized cell requires an additional LRU called the tactical processing unit (TPU). The TPU is installed inside the cab of the launcher directly over the gunner’s right shoulder. In addition to the TPU, an improved Mass Storage Unit (MSU) is mounted inside the cab. The MSU uses a removable personal computer memory card international association (PCMCIA) card technology, further enhancing memory size and providing the MLRS crewmen a faster method of loading software. The digitized cell acts as an interface that will allow the MLRS crewmen access to the tactical internet (TI) and situational awareness (SA). SA is assisted by a display of symbols (icons) representing individual friendly and enemy units that appear on the map and move in near-real time as the platforms they represent move on the battlefield. This continually updated SA is a fully automatic function. SA will enhance crew survivability by keeping crewmen informed of the tactical situation. 1-34. The MSD-FR is an electronic device used to read the IETM and to program the MSU. To program the MSU, the MSD-FR must be set up as a PLU. It is connected to the FCP using a sport cable assembly. The MSD-FR mounts a compact disc (CD) containing operational program data. One MSD-FR and IETM is issued to each section and 1 PLU and software CD is issued to each platoon. The Embedded Program Load Unit (EPLU) differs from the MSD-FR PLU based version in that it is resident on a Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA) CCA. When the FCS is initialized the EPLU automatically starts and is accessed from the GDU via the EPLU card placed in the MSU allowing the operator to load software into the FCS.

FCS FUNCTIONS 1-35. The launcher IFCS provides the link between the crew, external digital message sources, and the launcher components. It performs the following significant functions: • Monitors and integrates all onboard sensor data. • In conjunction with the launcher communications system, provides a digital interface between the launcher crew and the command and control elements.

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• • • • •

Monitors the status of built-in tests. Enables the crew to control launcher components. Computes firing data for all fire missions. Lays the LM and sets fuzes or programs warheads as required. Controls LM operations.

1-36. The FCS receives data input in the following ways: • Current mission data are input automatically through digital coded audio tone radio messages or manually through the FCP keyboard. • IWIU munitions programs are input to the MSU from a CD through a MSD/FR set up as a PLU. 1-37. Data communication is the most common and preferred method of input to the FCS. Through the AN/VRC-92F and EPLRS radios and the Internet controller (INC), the FCS can communicate digitally with the platoon, battery, or battalion AFATDS. The INC is a component of the AN/VRC-92F radio. The FCS allows the crew to send and receive joint variable message format (JVMF), fixed-format, and free-text messages. 1-38. The primary means of communication is FM secure data; however, EPLRS data over the tactical Internet and FM voice secure communications are both available as backups. In case of data communication failure or when operating voice, the crew can manually enter all data elements through the GDU keyboard. 1-39. The IWIU automatically monitors, integrates, and computes data from other FCS launcher electronic components. It continuously computes launcher heading location and altitude. The FCS determines the firing data when the target information is received. When the crew enters the appropriate mission command, the FCS commands the LM to lay on the required launch azimuth and elevation, and set the rocket fuze times or program the warheads. The FCS fires the rockets or missiles when commanded by the gunner through the GDU. 1-40. The FCS continuously checks its internal components and those of the LM. These checks are made throughout the mission cycle. If a malfunction is detected, the crewmembers are notified by a fault message. Note: The launcher is unable to fire the mission when a malfunction occurs in a launcher IFCS; that is, in the GDU, PSU, LIU, IWIU, or PNU. Because no backup means exist to fire the launcher manually, the fire mission must be redirected to an operational launcher for completion.

M142 HIGH MOBILITY ARTILLERY ROCKET SYSTEM 1-41. The M142 is an air transportable, wheeled, indirect fire, rocket/missile system that is capable of firing all rockets and missiles in the current and future MFOM. This system includes the launcher, ammunition trucks and trailers, MFOM and the C2 system. 1-42. The M142 system is deployable by C-130 or larger aircraft. The C-130 aircraft has the capability to land on short stretches of roadways and assault landing zones (ALZ) that are unusable by larger aircraft. For a combat loaded C-130 aircraft, the minimum size for an ALZ is 60 x 3000 feet and the desired size is 80 x 5000 feet. 1-43. The M142 launcher consists of the same FCS as the M270A1 that provides operator interface and technical fire control for the launch of rockets and missiles, a carrier vehicle (automotive portion) capable of supporting sustained, rapid maneuver, and a LM portion that performs all the functions necessary to load, aim and fire the launcher. 1-44. The M142 (Figure 1-2) LM holds 1 LPC/GMLA. The M142 firing and reload times are comparable to the M270A1 Launcher.

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Figure 1-2. M142 HIMARS Launcher

CARRIER VEHICLE 1-45. The M142 launcher carrier is a variant of the fielded Army Family of Medium Tactical Vehicles (FMTV) 4500mm (177 inches) wheelbase truck chassis. Major components of the vehicle are the 330 horsepower diesel engine, 7-speed automatic transmission, Central Tire Inflation System (CTIS), crew cab with operator vehicle controls, highway and tactical lighting system and signals, suspension, and flexible frame. 1-46. The FMTV cab/chassis of the M142 Launcher is designated the M1140; its unique features include: • A 2-stage rear spring system that provides stability for fire missions and reload operations. This 2stage system (Figure 1-3) is common to the tractor-trailer variant of the FMTV fleet. • A variable displacement/pressure compensating hydraulic pump. The hydraulic pump mates with a speed-increasing gearbox, which steps up the engine speed to about 5,000 RPM. The gearbox mates to the Power Take Off (PTO) shaft coming out of the transmission; the shaft rotates at about 1,750 RPM. This hydraulic pump provides the source of hydraulic power to various sub-systems. • Addition of doubler plates across the lower and upper frame rails to add stiffness for fire missions and reload operations. See Figure 1-3 • Replacement of the standard 100-Ampere alternator with a 300-Ampere alternator to provide the necessary power to the FCS and communications equipment.

Doubler Plates

Figure 1-3 M142 Chassis Frame

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Crew Cab 1-47. The FMTV crew cab is modified to provide protection from foreign objects and toxic gasses to the 3man crew during firing. Features of the crew cab include: •

A commander’s hatch and “grab” bar on the roof of the cab (Figure 1-4).

•

Replacement of all window glass with a transparent shatter resistant material, sufficient to protect against penetration by foreign objects during firing. Replacement of the 2 rear quarter panel window glasses and the rear window glass with metal.

•

A chemical air filtration unit to filter toxic gasses from the outside air. The air filtration unit forces outside air through an M-48 Nuclear, Biological and Chemical filter causing an overpressure condition, which also prevents gasses from entering around the doors or other small openings.

•

Alterations necessary for the FCS, communications equipment and controls, and indicators required to operate the M142 Launcher functions.

•

Louvers over the windshield and panels in the side windows for protection from the flash and debris of rocket/missile firings.

1-48. An armored crew cab designated the Increased Crew Protection (ICP) cab under development and will replace the current cab.

Grab Bar Figure 1-4. Crew Cab

Commander’s Hatch

Louvers Window Glass Replaced

Figure 1-4. Crew Cab

LAUNCHER MODULE 1-49. The LM is mounted to the chassis of the vehicle and provides the necessary structure and mechanisms for loading, launching and unloading of all the MFOM. The LM consists of: a platform assembly for aiming the LM in elevation and on which 1 LPC/GMLA is mounted; a turret assembly for aiming the LM in azimuth; a base assembly that interfaces with the carrier vehicle; a hydraulic power control system, the Reload System (RS) and sponsons containing the FCS and other electronic components; and blast panels to protect the sponsons.

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PLATFORM ASSEMBLY 1-50. The platform assembly consists of the firing platform, 2 outboard sponsons, and reloading system. It provides the mechanical interface to the LPC/GMLA for the purpose of aiming and firing the weapons. The platform is capable of securing 1 LPC/GMLA, consisting of either 6 rockets or 1 missile. When aiming, the platform assembly can be driven in both azimuth and elevation simultaneously. Two operational speeds are provided; 1 for a tactical environment and 1 for maintenance. The maintenance speed is also used during BC reloading operations of the launcher. When operating with the BC, the platform is driven in only 1 axis at a time.

FIRING PLATFORM 1-51. The firing platform (Figure 1-5) secures the ammunition pods to the launcher and provides the mechanical alignment of the pod to the PNU. The hold down mechanism is used to secure the ammunition pods to the firing platform and is basically the same design found on the M270A1 launchers. However, the material used to manufacture the front hold down hook has been changed to stainless steel to accommodate the firing characteristics of the M142. 1-52. Two manually operated jury struts are integrated into the firing platform for the purpose of securing the LM in place at an elevation of approximately 170 mils (10 degrees). The LM is secured with the jury struts as part of the non-standard procedure of loading LPC/GMLA from the RSV or RST. 1-53. Two elevation travel locks are mounted to the bottom front of the firing platform to secure the firing platform to the turret assembly during travel.

Figure 1-5. Firing Platform

SPONSONS 1-54. The platform assembly consists of the firing platform, 2 outboard sponsons, and reloading system. It provides the mechanical interface to the LPC/GMLA for the purpose of aiming and firing the weapons. The platform is capable of securing 1 LPC/GMLA, consisting of either 6 rockets or 1 missile. When aiming, the platform assembly can be driven in both azimuth and elevation simultaneously. See figure 1-6. 1-55. The curbside sponson houses the BC, PNU, HIMARS Launcher Interface Unit (HLIU), PDB and the Hydraulic Reload Manifold. Access to these components is accomplished through compartment doors on the side and rear of the curbside sponson. In addition, the on-board GPS antenna is mounted on the top of the curbside sponson.

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1-56. The roadside sponson houses the Improved Weapon Interface Unit (IWIU) and provides additional storage area for the crew. The IWIU is accessed through a compartment door on the rear of the roadside sponson. 1-57. Blast panels are fixed to the front surfaces of each sponson and provide protection from rocket blasts.

Figure 1-6 Sponsons

TURRET ASSEMBLY 1-58. The turret assembly (Figure 1-7) houses the elevation drive components and interfaces the platform assembly to the azimuth drive components located in the base assembly. The turret mounts to the outer race of the azimuth geared bearing and rotates the firing platform under the direction of the FCS. Mounted to the turret assembly are components of the Hydraulic Control System (HCS) consisting of the elevation manifold and the elevation cylinder. The turret assembly also houses an elevation resolver to track elevation movement of the LM in relationship to the carrier vehicle.

Figure 1-7 Turret Assembly

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BASE ASSEMBLY 1-59. The base assembly (Figure 1-8) provides the mechanical interface between the LM and the carrier vehicle. In addition, the base houses all the azimuth drive components for the system. These components consist of the azimuth-geared bearing, azimuth drive unit, and azimuth resolver.

Figure 1-8 Base Assembly

RELOAD SYSTEM 1-60. The RS for the launcher (Figure 1-9) is incorporated into the design of the platform assembly. It consists of a boom and hoist assembly similar to that on the M270A1 launcher. The RS is located over the top of the LPC/GMLA and does not impede C-130 aircraft loading/off loading. The M142 uses a hydraulic hoist motor for its RS.

Figure 1-9 M142 Reload System

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SECTION III – MLRS FAMILY OF MUNITIONS (MFOM)

LAUNCH POD 1-61. Each M270/M270A1 holds either 2 LPCs or 2 GMLAs (not a mix of the 2) in the LM (see figure 110). Each M142 holds 1 LPC or GMLA. Each launch pod contains either 6 rocket tubes or 1 missile housing in a containerized shipping, storage, and launch frame. Rockets and missiles are factory assembled and tested. Rockets are stored in fiberglass containers; missiles are stored in an aluminum enclosure with fiberglass camouflage panels on the exterior. Both rockets and missiles are then mounted on the frame. Both the rocket tubes and the missile housing are connected by cable to common electrical connectors. Not only are handling, transports, and loading fixtures similar, the LPC and GMLA are also visually similar. 1-62. The launch pod is 4.04 meters (13 feet, 2 inches) long (without skids) and 1.05 meters (3 feet, 5 inches) wide. The height of the pod is 0.84 meters (2 feet, 9 inches) with skids and 0.72 meters (2 feet, 4 inches) without skids. When loaded with rockets (tactical or practice), each LPC weighs 2,270 kilograms (5,095 pounds). The GMLRS Unitary Rocket LPC is 4.01 meters (m) (158 inches) long, 1.02 m (40.1 inches) wide, and weighs 2274.8 kilograms (5015.1 lbs). 1-63. A Loaded GMLA weighs 2,095 kilograms (5,111 pounds), and an inert training GMLA weighs 1,360 kilograms (2,998 pounds).

CAUTION Do not mix the GMLA pod shoes for Block I with any other ATACMS missile Blocks IA and II M48/M57. The GMLA pod shoes for GPS guided missiles are 1 inch thicker than those for the Block I and for rockets. The added thickness of the pod shoes ensures that the improved missile guidance set (IMGS) for GPS guided missiles is not damaged during handling and shipment. The Block II pod shoes are also made of a more resilient (softer) material, which adds protection for the shock sensitive BAT submunitions. The operator must exercise care when transporting GMLAs with different pod shoe sizes to prevent unbalanced loads. 1-64. Four aluminum bulkheads provide rigidity to the frame and support for the rocket tube or missile housing. Tie-down and lifting D-rings are located on the top of the frame at the 4 corners. A lifting rod is installed and used by the launcher boom and hoist assemblies to lift the container. 1-65. Stacking pins at the top 4 corners of the frame permit stacking of the launch pods. The pods can be stacked 2 high during transport and 4 high during storage. They can be handled by forklift because they have 2 inner bulkheads that serve as support members. Each launch pod is marked for the center of gravity and proper lift areas.

Figure 1-10. Launch Pod

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1-66. The detachable skids mounted to the bottom 4 corners of the frame must be removed from the pod before it is loaded into the LM. A quick-release pull pin allows easy removal of the skids. The GMLA also has a lifting rod cover that must be removed before being loaded into the LM. Skids should be replaced prior to downloading and unfired pods to protect the connectors.

MISSILE/LAUNCH POD ASSEMBLY TRAINER 1-67. The training missile/launch pod assembly (M/LPA) facilitates MLRS crew training. The external appearances of both versions of the M/LPA (M68 and M68A2) resemble the tactical M26 LPC. • M68 M/LPA trainer. (Compatible only with the M270 launcher.) This trainer provides the crew with the capability to operate the M270 launcher’s FCS with the family of munitions in a training environment. It is used to train crewmembers in fire mission and reload operations. Using the trainer, the crew can select any of the tactical weapon types along with a variety of simulated weapon peculiar failure modes. The trainer also provides diagnostic capability to check the electrical interface between the trainer and the FCS. • M68A2 M/LPA trainer. The M68A2 is updated to support Precision Munitions . The upgrade consists of hardware and software modifications that allow the M68A2 to function with the M270A1 and M142 launchers. The M68A2 assists in providing realistic training to the MLRS crewmen. The training tasks include fire mission execution, reaction to munitions malfunctions, and reload operations. The M68A2 represents the entire MFOM, to include ATACMS Block II and unitary.

ROCKETS 1-68. The MLRS unguided rockets are tube-launched, spin-stabilized, free flight projectiles. The rockets are assembled, checked, and packaged in a dual-purpose, launch-storage tube at the factory. This design provides for tactical loading and firing of the rocket without troop assembly or detailed inspection. Major components of the rocket assembly include 4 stabilizer fins, a propulsion section, and a warhead section (see figure 1-11). 1-69. Propulsion for the rocket is provided by a solid propellant rocket motor. An umbilical cable, passing through the aft end of the launch tube, links the FCS to an igniter in the rocket nozzle. The motor is ignited by an electrical command from the FCS. 1-70. Each rocket is packaged with the 4 fins folded and secured by wire rope retaining straps. As the rocket moves forward upon firing, lanyard devices trigger a delayed strap-cutting charge. After the rocket leaves the launch tube, the charge cuts the straps. This allows the fins to unfold and lock. The M28A1 training rockets have an additional fin release device to ensure deployment.

Figure 1-11. M26 Rocket

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1-71. The MLRS rocket follows a ballistic, free flight (unguided) trajectory to the target. The propulsion provided by the solid propellant rocket motor is the same for each rocket, so rocket range is a function of LM elevation. The 4 stabilizer fins at the aft end of the rocket provide in-flight stability by maintaining a constant counterclockwise spin. The initial spin is imparted to the rocket through spin rails mounted on the inner wall of the launch tube.

M26 ROCKET 1-72. This is the basic rocket for MLRS. It is used against personnel, soft and lightly armored targets normally with a target location error (TLE) of 150 meters or less. Larger TLEs may reduce effectiveness. Each rocket dispenses 644 M77 dual-purpose improved conventional munitions (DPICM) sub munitions over the target area.

M26 Warhead Function 1-73. Warhead event is initiated by an electronic time fuze (M445) that is set remotely by the FCS immediately before ignition of the rocket motor. The fuze triggers a center burster charge. This causes the warhead to rupture, the polyurethane filler to shatter, and the sub munitions to be spread over the target area.

M77 Submunition Description 1-74. The armed M77 sub munitions detonate on impact (see figure 1-12). The antimateriel capability is provided through a shaped charge with a built-in standoff. The M77 can penetrate up to 4 inches of armor. Its steel case fragments and produces antipersonnel effects within a radius of 4 meters. 1-75. The sub munitions’ dud rate increases significantly at ranges less than 10 kilometers.

Figure 1-12. M77 Submunition

M26A2 EXTENDED RANGE ROCKET 1-76. The extended range rocket (ER-MLRS) M26A2 is an evolution of the basic M26 rocket that extends the range to 45-plus kilometers. (MET data no older than 30 minutes is required to achieve maximum accuracy at 45 kilometers.) This greater range capability is achieved through a 20-percent reduction in the number of sub munitions and a modified rocket motor. It has the same accuracy as the basic M26 rocket. . The effectiveness of the M26 rocket is maintained in the ER rocket even though the sub munitions payload has been decreased. This is due to the improved center core burster.

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M28A1/M28A2 ROCKET (TRAINING) 1-77. The M28A1 and M28A2 rockets (reduced range) are also available for live firing at Army training installations. These practice rockets have a monolithic (relatively uniform and predictable) trajectory and a reduced range (8 to 15 kilometers). The M28A1 and M28A2 are restricted to firing in surface winds of less than 30 knots. This results in a much smaller surface danger zone than the M26, thus allowing it to be fired on many cannon artillery firing ranges. The M28A1 has a blunt nosed, high-drag warhead section that contains an impact activated smoke charge. The M28A2 does not have an impact activated smoke charge. These training rockets have the same motor assembly as the M26 and automatically balance the LPC during firing similar to the M26. This automatic balancing function can be overridden using the rocket selection option in the FCS.

M30/M31 Guided MLRS Rocket 1-78. The M30/M31 GMLRS rocket provides the U.S. Army with a long range, all weather, day and night, rocket artillery system capable of defeating a variety of targets. Target types for the M30/M31 are the same as for those of the M26 and M26A2 rockets. These targets include but are not limited to artillery, multiple rocket launchers (MRLs), air and missile defense (AMD), and lightly armored maneuver units. The M30/M31 can engage targets at a range of 15 - 70 kilometers (km). The M30/M31 rocket gives the MFOM improved capability in the areas of system accuracy, range, and payload types. The much greater accuracy of the M30/M31s allows for rockets to be fired on targets that in the past would not be possible. Engaging targets nearer friendly troops, built up areas, and civilian population is now a consideration. 1-79. The M30/M31 guided rockets are packaged in and fired from an LPC with the same height, width, and length characteristics as the MLRS LPC. The guided unitary rocket is equipped with a GMLRS motor, a guidance package, and carries a warhead/payload that may attack a variety of targets to include those that require low collateral damage. Design of the rocket allows handling and maintenance within the current system. The guided unitary rocket is fired from both the M270A1 and the M142 launcher.

M30/M31 GMLRS ROCKET COMPONENTS Propulsion Section 1-80. The propulsion section of the M30/M31 is similar to that of the M26A2 but does incorporate some unique characteristics. The rocket motor has the same physical dimensions of the M26A2 rocket motor, but incorporates a spinning tailfin section (the tailfins on the M26 and M26A2 rockets are stationary). The purpose of the spinning tailfin section is to reduce the effect that the wash from the canards have on the rocket’s flight. The solid fuel used in the rocket motor of the M30/M31 is the same fuel used in the ATACMS. This is a slower burning fuel than that used in the M26 and M26A2 rockets, which provides the M30/M31 its extended range.

Embedded GPS Receiver 1-81. The embedded GPS Receiver (EGR) provides the M30/M31 rockets with very accurate navigational updates by the use of orbiting satellites. These updates (made in flight) improve the rocket in–flight and terminal accuracy, regardless of range to target. The EGR determines precise position, velocity, time of day, and range information. Although it has greater accuracy while in the GPS aided mode, the M30 is not GPS dependent and will achieve a high level of accuracy in the non-aided mode.

Warhead / Guidance Section 1-82. The M30 warhead section contains 404 PI-M77 DPICM grenades, a center core burster (CCB), and a polyurethane support. 1-83. The M30/M31 uses an internal guidance and control assembly (GCA) that makes in-flight adjustments, guiding the rocket to the target. The GCA consists of the internal measurement unit (IMU), guidance and control (G&C) computer, GPS antenna and receiver, control actuation system, canards, electrical safe/arm device (ESAD), umbilical cable, and battery. The GCA section occupies the forward

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portion of the rocket and provides the commands to navigate the rocket to its aim point. The IMU and GPS are tactical grade, non-developmental items (NDI). Adjustments in the flight pattern are made by the use of 4 small non-folding canards located in the ogive portion of the nose cone. The canards are controlled by electromechanical actuators in response to navigation and control commands from the GCA. The GCA also provides the electrical commands to activate the payload ESAD, initiating the CCB, and dispensing the sub munitions over the target for the M30 or the warhead fuze for the M31. The GCA components are powered by an on-board thermal battery that is activated just prior to launch. Figure 1-13 shows the components of the M30; figure 1-14 shows the components of the M31. 1-84. The M31 warhead payload is an explosive filled steel canister designed to burst into fragments of a controlled size. The canister weighs approximately 196 pounds and contains 51.5 pounds of PBXN 109 insensitive explosive and a tri-mode fuze. 1-85. The warhead is capable of 3 fuze modes; proximity, point detonating and delay. 1-86. The proximity fuze mode causes warhead detonation at approximately 7 meters above the target, the point detonating mode causes detonation upon impact, and the delay mode causes detonation as the nose cone penetrates about 1 meter into the ground, this places the explosive filled canister partially below the surface of the ground.

Figure 1-13. M30 GMLRS Rocket

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Figure 1-14. M31 GMLRS Rocket

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MISSILES 1-87. The ATACMS missiles are designed to carry a variety of sub munitions, including “smart” munitions and lethal mechanisms to provide a wide range of future capabilities. Currently, the Army has the M39 ATACMS Block I, M39A1 Block IA, M39A3 Block II, and M48/M57 missiles. Notes: When firing the ATACMS and the FIRE switch is toggled, battery squibs are activated within milliseconds. When the SAFE/ARM switch is safe, the firing sequence will be halted. As the squibs have been activated, the FCP will display a misfire. The missile cannot be used for another fire mission. Treat the missile as if it malfunctioned by downloading it and notifying the ammunition transfer point (ATP) personnel for disposition instructions. The missile can be repaired by depot level maintenance. If the tactical situation is such that the loss of an ATACMS missile to the enemy is imminent and evacuation is not feasible or possible, destroy the missile by using demolition charges in accordance with TM 9-1425-648-13&P. If the ATACMS missile becomes unserviceable due to external damage or weapon failures, contact the ATP for disposition. MLRS ammunition is not to be left unattended on the battlefield.

COMMON MISSILE ASSEMBLY COMPONENTS 1-88. All ATACMS missiles have 4 sections: the guidance and control section, propulsion section, control section, and the warhead assembly (see figure 1-15).

Propulsion Section 1-89. The solid rocket motor furnishes the energy necessary to launch the missile and sustain missile flight for a sufficient time to meet altitude and range requirements. The solid propellant motor consists of a motor case, propellant, insulation/liner, nozzle, and igniter arm/fire assembly.

Control Section 1-90. The primary functions of the control section assembly are to position the missile fins, provide the missile electrical power while in flight, and support selected pyrotechnic functions. The fins are folded when the missile is installed in the GMLA. Electro-mechanical actuators automatically unfold and lock the spring-loaded fins in flight position when the missile leaves the GMLA to control the missile during flight.

ATACMS BLOCK I 1-91. The Block I warhead is used against personnel and soft stationary targets normally with a TLE of 150 meters or less. Larger TLEs may reduce effectiveness. Each missile dispenses a cargo of approximately 950 antipersonnel/antimateriel (APAM) M74 grenades. The missile has 3 programmable dispense patterns (small, medium, and large) and has off-axis launch capability to enhance crew/launcher survivability from enemy counter fire. The M39 Block I missile (ATACMS Block I) has a minimum range of 25 kilometers and a maximum range of 165 kilometers. Note: When firing Block I, the operator will experience a 13-second delay after initiating the fire command before the missile engine ignites.

M39 Warhead Function 1-92. Warhead event is initiated by an electronic time fuze (M219A2) that is set in the same manner as the M445 electronic time fuze of the M26 rocket. The fuze detonates shaped charges mounted to the skin and bulkheads. This, in turn, severs the skin. The M74 grenades are distributed over the target area by centrifugal force and air stream currents. Arming of the M74 grenades is accomplished by the spin action induced on the individual grenade.

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Guidance and Control Section 1-93. The Block I Guidance and Control Section (GCS) provide all navigation, guidance, autopilot, and internal communications functions for the missile while in flight and for all ground operations. The missile's inertial sensors, electronics, and software provide continuous determination of missile position, attitude, and motion.

Figure 1-15. M39/M39A1 Missile

M74 Submunition 1-94. The M74 grenade is filled with composition B explosive filler and is covered by a steel shell (see figure 1-16). Upon impact and detonation, each grenade breaks up into a large number of high-velocity steel fragments that are effective against targets such as personnel, truck tires, missile rounds, thin-skinned vehicles, and radar antennas. This submunition is not effective against armored vehicles. The M74 grenade also contains incendiary material and has an antipersonnel radius of 15 meters.

Figure 1-16. M74 Submunition

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ATACMS BLOCK IA 1-95. The Block IA missile is a conventional, semi-ballistic missile that employs warheads delivering either 300 APAM (M74) sub munitions against “soft” stationary targets at ranges from 70 to 300+ kilometers or a 500 lb blast fragmentation warhead to 270 + km. The ATACMS M74 payload was decreased to increase the missile’s range (weight for range trade-off) while the lethality was maintained by the integration of a GPS-aided IMGS to improve the missile’s accuracy. The Block IA is fired from the M270A1 or M142 launcher. Block IA has off-axis launch capability to enhance crew/launcher survivability. Note: If the Block IA missile is fired from a non-GPS aided launcher, the missile will only achieve Block I accuracy.

Guidance and Control Section 1-96. The guidance and control section contains the IMGS with an EGR for more accurate in-flight guidance corrections and improved accuracy. The IMGS performs all inertial navigation, guidance, mission control, and built-in-test functions. The IMGS is also the central communications control point within the missile. The IMGS contains the inertial sensor assembly, an electronics assembly, and the EGR that improves missile accuracy over extended ranges.

Inertial Sensor Assembly 1-97. The inertial sensor assembly (ISA) contains 3 ring laser gyros and 3 accelerometers with associated electronics. The ISA senses movement and acceleration within the 3 axes (pitch, roll, and yaw) of the missile. The inertial sensor computer (ISC) provides the ISA output to the IMGS.

Electronics Assembly 1-98. The electronics assembly contains 2 onboard computer systems that process all ISA and EGR data, and perform all the guidance and control functions.

Embedded GPS Receiver 1-99. The EGR provides the missile with very accurate navigational updates from orbiting GPS satellites during flight. These updates improve missile in-flight and terminal accuracy, regardless of the range to the target. The EGR has an external, two-element, beam-shifting antenna system and electronics to acquire, track, and process GPS satellite information on the ascending and descending phases of the trajectory. The beam shifting also allows the missile to pull forward or aft appropriately to enhance tracking performance in a high electromagnetic countermeasure (EMC) or jamming environment. The inertial navigation system (INS) will continue to guide the missile to dispense should the missile be jammed. The EGR determines precise position, velocity, time of day, and pseudo-range information. The launcher initializes the EGR with GPS data. If this does not occur, the improved INS guides the missile to the target area. The missile may still acquire GPS satellite data in flight. In this case, the missile's delivery accuracy improves.

Warhead Assembly 1-100. The warhead section contains approximately 300 M-74 antipersonnel, antimateriel grenades (the same sub munitions used in the Block I missile). Block IA has 3 programmable dispense patterns (small, medium, and large). The method of dispense is identical to the Block I missile (the missile spins in its descending trajectory).

ATACMS BLOCK II 1-101. The Block II missile is a conventional, semi-ballistic missile that deploys BAT sub munitions at ranges between 35 and 145 kilometers. The Block II missile contains 13 BAT sub munitions and is identified by the JTC weapon code. The missile is divided into 4 sections: guidance and control, warhead,

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propulsion, and control. (See figure 1-17.) Propulsion and control sections are the same as the Block IA missile. The guidance and control, and warhead sections are described below.

Guidance and Control Section 1-102. Components in this section provide all navigation, guidance, autopilot, and internal communications functions for the missile during ground operations and flight. The major components are the IMGS II and the sequencer interface unit (SIU). The IMGS II consists of the EGR, the navigation and guidance computer, the ISC, and the submunition interface processor (SIP). The inertial sensors, aided by the GPS receiver, continuously update position, attitude, and motion to the IMGS II. 1-103. The IMGS II processes guidance and autopilot functions. It also provides all communications with the launcher electronics for launch control, ground support equipment for maintenance, and the control system electronics unit (CSEU) for missile fin actuator control. The SIU serves as the electronic interface between the IMGS and the BAT sub munitions. The SIU applies power to the sub munitions during the missile built-in test (BIT). It also turns on the submunition batteries and commands the munitions’ dispense.

Warhead Section 1-104. The warhead section consists of the BAT submunitions, a skin severance system, and a payload dispensing system. It contains a formed stainless steel skin with a central support structure and front and rear bulkheads. 3 aluminum extrusions connect the bulkheads and provide a central wire route. The warhead section also includes an electronic safe and arm device (ESAD).

Figure 1-17. Block II Missile

BAT Submunition 1-105. BAT is an autonomous submunition that employs passive acoustic and infrared sensors to find, attack, and destroy tanks and other armored combat vehicles (ACVs) moving in formations. The submunition is an unpowered, aerodynamically stable “glider” that is approximately 36 inches long, 5.5 inches in diameter with wings folded, and weighs 44 pounds. BAT includes the following components. (See figure 1-18.)

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• • • • •

Air vehicle. The air vehicle consists of the airframe (nose, wings, flaps, fins, mid-body, aftbody, and umbilical), deceleration and stabilization subsystem (DSS), actuator mechanism, encapsulation and dispensing protection subassembly (EDPS), and flight sensors. Central electronics unit (CEU). The CEU contains the computer processing hardware, software, and firmware that perform calculations required to accomplish mission functions. The submunition CEU software and infrared (IR) sensor software are externally programmable and uploaded before launch. Sensor. The acoustic sensor consists of the acoustic probes, preamplifiers, and electronic components to detect and locate targets. Infrared seeker. The IR seeker contains the seeker optics, dual band IR components, electronics, processor, and software to detect, acquire, and track targets. Power supply. The power supply provides enough power for the longest possible flight mission. Munitions section. The munitions section contains the warhead, safe and arm circuits, and fusing/firing components. Software. Both the CEU and IR sensor software is loaded before use. It can be updated and externally programmed.

Figure 1-18. BAT Submunition Note: The ATACMS Block II missile should not be launched in the non-GPS aided mode from the M270A1 or M142 launcher due to the decreased accuracy from only inertial guidance.

M48/M57 ATACMS Quick Reaction Unitary 1-106. The ATACMS quick reaction unitary (QRU) missile is a modified Block IA missile with a warhead that integrates the 500-pound unitary high explosive warhead used in the Navy HARPOON missile. The modifications enable the engagement of point targets while minimizing collateral damage. Note: The ATACMS QRU missile can be fired only from a GPS aided launcher. The QRU requires the successful transfer of GPS keys/data upon arming the missile. If the transfer of data fails, a failure prompt will be displayed to the operator.

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Table 1-3. ATACMS Family of Munitions Characteristics

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SECTION IV – ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT This section implements STANAG 2934, chapter 11.

AMMUNITION RESUPPLY VEHICLE AND TRAILER (HEMTT/HEMAT) 1-107. The M985 HEMTT is a 10-ton, 8-wheel, or 8-wheel-drive truck with a 5,400-pound lift capacity materiel-handling crane (see figure 1-19). A secure FM radio provides voice command and control capability. The rear-mounted crane can traverse 6,400 mils to the left or right. Both the HEMTT and the HEMAT can be loaded and unloaded with the crane. The HEMAT does not have to be unhooked from the HEMTT. The truck carries 4 launch pods with a gross vehicle weight of 59,000 pounds. Its operating range is 300 miles, and it can climb a 30 percent slope. The HEMTT has a 445-horsepower diesel engine with an automatic transmission. It can be transported by C-130 aircraft in an unloaded configuration and by C5A/C-5B and C-17 aircraft in a loaded tactical configuration. (See appendix A.)

Figure 1-19. M985 HEMTT 1-108. The M989A1 HEMAT can carry 4 launch pods and has a fully loaded gross weight of 31,000 pounds (see figure 1-20). A launcher can tow the trailer in an emergency.

Figure 1-20. M989A1 HEMAT

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HIMARS RESUPPLY VEHICLE AND RESUPPLY TRAILER Movement Tracking System 1-109. The M1084A1 with MHE RSV (Figure 1-21) is a FMTV variant capable of carrying 2 LPC/GMLA. The RSV can tow the M1095 RST (Figure 1-22) which is capable of carrying an additional 2 LPC/GMLA. With the assigned 2-man crew and the on-board MHE, the crew is capable of loading and off-loading LPC/GMLA to and from the RSV and RST. The RSV is equipped with secure radio communications capability that is compatible with the M142 launcher. Additionally, the RSV can be equipped with a MTS for controlling movement. MTS is a global satellite communications system that provides text messaging and vehicle tracking capabilities. It allows a commander to determine where his vehicles are, what their status is, and to communicate with them in near real-time. 1-110. Because the system is satellite-based, as long as the MTS satellite transceiver has an unhindered view of the satellite, it will be able to communicate with other on-line MTS systems 1-111. The MTS is made up of 2 configurations, the Control Station and the Mobile Unit.

Figure 1-21. M1084A1 Resupply Vehicle

Figure 1-22. M1095 Resupply Trailer 1-112. The Control Station provides command functionality for the MTS and is operated by the battalion ammunition management section and the battery support platoon headquarters. The control station configuration (Figure 1-23) consists of a laptop computer with a compact disc-read only memory (CDROM) drive for National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) map loading, a satellite transceiver with 100-foot cable, a Precision Lightweight GPS Receiver (PLGR) and a portable printer.

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Figure 1-23. MTS Control Station 1-113. The Mobile Unit (Figure 1-24) is designed for permanent installation in a vehicle using an installation kit designed for that vehicle, and consists of a satellite transceiver and ruggedized computer with appropriate cabling and a PLGR. It provides text messaging and NGA theater maps for displaying MTS-equipped vehicles. Each RSV is equipped with a Mobile Unit. Figure 1-24 shows a Mobile Unit mounted in the RSV cab.

Figure 1-24. MTS Mobile Unit

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Figure 1-25. MTS Mobile Unit in the RSV 1-114. The satellite transceiver is placed on a magnetic mount (Figure 1-26) that is permanently mounted behind the cab. The mount does not increase the height of the vehicle when the transceiver is mounted. Any mobile unit can be configured to function as a control station.

Figure 1-26. MTS Transceiver Mount

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COMMAND AND CONTROL SYSTEM 1-115. Tactical command and control and technical fire direction of MLRS units is provided through the C2 system. The C2 system includes the combination of the radios and computer systems involved in the C2 process. MLRS units primarily use the AFATDS functionality as internal battalion, battery, and platoon C2 devices, AFATDS as the primary devices at echelons above battalion to which the battalion reports. The AFATDS communicates digitally with the FCS, which is the onboard computer on the launcher. The FCS provides both technical firing data and launcher fire control. The AFATDS can also communicate digitally with the following systems: • Forward observer system (FOS). • Pocket size Forward Entry Device (PFED). • Firefinder radar (AN/TPQ-36 and AN/TPQ-37). • Meteorological measuring set (MMS). • Airborne target handover system (ATHS). • Joint surveillance and target attack radar system (JSTARS) common ground station. • Fire support team (FIST) digital message device (DMD). • Tactical fire direction system digital message device (TFDMD). • Tactical Airspace Integration System (TAIS).

AFATS 1-116. AFATDS is the field artillery’s fires warfighting function C2 system within the Army tactical command and control system (ATCCS). It provides decision aids and an information system for the control, coordination, and synchronization of all types of fire support means. The objective AFATDS supports all parts of the fire support system: fire support C2 operational facilities (OPFACs), personnel, target acquisition, battlefield surveillance, and weapon systems. AFATDS acts as the force field artillery C2 system . 1-117. The AFATDS functionality provides automated fire support, fire unit status, ammunition accounting, fire unit database management, fire unit selection, fire unit scheduling, ATACMS platoon and target air hazard area computation, meteorological coordination, and geometry processing in support of the MLRS mission. 1-118. AFATDS is interconnected by the area common user system (ACUS), the Army data distribution system (ADDS), and combat net radio (CNR) communications. AFATDS operates with other services using joint variable message formats (JVMF) or the United States message text formats (USMTF). The system complies with standardized message formats derived from the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) standardization agreement (STANAG) 2934 and bilateral agreements with the United Kingdom, Federal Republic of Germany, and other nations, as applicable. 1-119. AFATDS consists of hardware devices, software modules, and necessary communications equipment to provide seamless C2. The objective version provides full fire support planning, technical and tactical fire direction, and advanced automated decision aids, all of which significantly contribute to effective AFOM employment. Units that were previously fielded with AFATDS will receive a software upgrade package to install into the latest version of the hardware. Each subsequent build will increasingly automate all fire support tasks, ending with the objective system that will be fully automated.

SURVEY EQUIPMENT POSITION AZIMUTH DETERMINING SYSTEM 1-120. The survey section of the MLRS battalion is equipped with 3 position azimuth determining systems (PADS). The PADS is a self-contained surveying system that rapidly determines accurate location, azimuth, and altitude. The system, operated by 2 Soldiers, gives the MLRS battalion a highly mobile survey capability.

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GPS 1-121. The Defense Advanced GPS Receiver (DAGR) is a highly accurate satellite signal navigation set (AN/PSN-13). The set operates as a part of GPS. Up to 5 satellites are tracked continuously and simultaneously. The AN/PSN-13 has an antenna, keyboard, backlit display, receiver, processor unit, and a battery. Note: PADS is always the preferred method of survey over the DAGR because of greater accuracy. 1-122. The AN/PSN-13 is designed for battlefield use anywhere in the world. It is sealed watertight for all-weather and day or night operations. 1-123. Capability is included for installation in ground facilities and air, sea, and land vehicles. The AN/PSN-13 is operated (stand-alone) using prime battery power and an integral antenna. It can be used with an external power source and an external antenna. 1-124. GPS receivers rely on electronic line of sight with the satellites. Dense foliage, buildings, mountains, and canyons will mask the signal. All GPS receivers automatically try to track visible satellites as low as 5 degrees above the level horizon. Each receiver has a function that displays the direction and vertical angle to the satellite. This display indicates if masking is a problem. Move to another location when 1 satellite signal is masked and another satellite is not visible. 1-125. Multipath (reflected signals) may occur if the GPS antenna is tilted away from a satellite. This may cause the reflected signal from the satellite to have more signal strength than the direct signal, causing several hundred meters of position error. 1-126. The PLGR is only useful for position control for MLRS when it provides a figure of merit (FOM) of 1. The FOM is a number from 1 to 9 located in the upper right portion of the display, which shows the total estimated position error (EPE) as shown in table 1-4. Table 1-4. Estimated Position Error FOM Value

Estimated Position Error

1

25 m

2

50 m

3

75 m

4

100 m

5

200 m

6

500 m

7

1,000 m

8

5,000 m

9

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SECTION V – RADAR

AN/TPQ-36 RADAR 1-127. The AN/TPQ-36 is optimized to locate shorter range, high-angle, lower velocity indirect fire weapons, such as mortars and shorter range artillery. It can also locate longer-range artillery and rockets within its maximum range. The planning ranges used as a baseline to position the AN/TPQ-36 are 12 kilometers for artillery and mortars and 24 kilometers for rockets. The minimum range of the AN/TPQ-36 is 750 meters. These planning ranges are where the highest probability of detection lies for the systems design.

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1-128. The AN/TPQ-36 version 8 electronics upgrade provides reduced emplacement and displacement times, faster access to data, increased memory, and digital map storage capability. It has a new high-speed signal processor capable of processing 20 targets per minute, providing for remote operations up to 100 meters from the antenna transceiver group and an enhanced probability of detection. These changes are accomplished with a new hard disk drive, a flat panel display/control unit, a signal data processor, and a portable laptop computer mounted in a lightweight multipurpose shelter.

AN/TPQ-37 RADAR 1-129. The AN/TPQ-37 is optimized to locate longer range, low-angle, higher velocity weapons, such as long-range artillery and rockets. However, it will also locate short-range, high-angle, lower velocity weapons (mortars and artillery) complementing the AN/TPQ-36. The planning ranges used as a baseline to position the AN/TPQ-37 are 30 kilometers for mortars and 50 kilometers for rockets. The minimum range of the system is 3 kilometers. These planning ranges are where the highest probability of detection lies for the system design.

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The MLRS Battalion MLRS units are organized and equipped to provide field artillery (FA) rocket and missile fires for the supported commander and to reinforce the fires of other fires battalions. One MLRS battalion is organic to a fires brigade (FIB). Additional MLRS units may be attached or assigned to a FIB.

MLRS BATTALION 2-1. The mission of the MLRS battalion is to provide field artillery rocket and missile fires in support of the brigade combat team (BCT), division, corps, theater army, and joint or multinational forces. “The battalion may be further attached to a Marine artillery regiment, other Army or joint controlling headquarters or a multinational force.” 2-2. The MLRS/HIMARS battalion is composed of a headquarters and headquarters (HHB) battery, and 3 MLRS firing batteries with 6 launchers each. A forward support company (FSC) from the brigade support battalion is typically attached or assigned. (See figure 2-1). The battalion can operate as a single unit or it can detach batteries or platoons to perform separate tactical missions.

Figure 2-1. MLRS/HIMARS Battalion Organization

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HEADQUARTERS AND HEADQUARTERS BATTERY 2-3. The HHB provides command, control, administrative, and service support for organic and attached elements. It also procures, distributes, administers, and coordinates supply transactions for all classes of supply, and coordinates unit maintenance support not within the capabilities of the firing batteries. The HHB operates as a tactical and administrative headquarters. The headquarters element will be positioned for the most effective control of the battalion assets commensurate with the terrain, combat mission and responsiveness to the higher headquarters and supported units. The HHB is organic to the MLRS battalion and is organized and equipped to coordinate administrative, logistical, maintenance, and communications support for the battalion headquarters and 3 firing batteries (see figure 2-2). The functional elements of the HHB are discussed below. Note: In some cases, the personnel and equipment authorizations may differ from a unit’s modification table of organization and equipment (MTOE).

Figure 2-2. Headquarters and Headquarters Battery

BATTALION COMMAND SECTION 2-4. The battalion headquarters provides command, control and supervision for all tactical and administrative operations of the battalion. The section consists of the battalion commander, the executive officer (XO), and the command sergeant major (CSM). The headquarters controls and coordinates battalion activities.

HEADQUARTERS AND HEADQUARTERS BATTERY Battery Headquarters 2-5. The battery headquarters provides command, control and supervision for the battery. The HQ consists of the battery commander, first sergeant (1SG), and 1 driver.).

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Battery Supply Section 2-6. The supply section draws and issues all classes of supply except I, V, VIII, and IX. The supply section consists of a supply sergeant and an armor. Battery supply sergeants use SAMS-E to order replenishment from the BSB. The forward support company carries the supplies forward with the next LOGPAC, or immediately, if needed. Barrier materiel may also be requested as ESPs

S-3 SECTION 2-7. The S-3 section coordinates all tactical, technical and logistical operations and planning for the battalion. The section employs the batteries to meet the needs of the supported units. It develops warning orders (WARNORDs), operations orders (OPORD)/field artillery support plans (FASP), and fragmentary orders (FRAGORDs); maintains the tactical situation maps and overlays; and coordinates tactical movements and positioning. The S-3 supervises the tactical operations center (TOC) and the operations section. The section is staffed with the operations officer and the operations sergeant; 2 master gunner/assistant operations sergeants; chief surveyor; a chemical officer; a chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear (CBRN) noncommissioned officer (NCO); senior radio operator-maintainer; 2 fire direction specialists, and 2 radio operator-maintainers.

FIRE DIRECTION CENTER (BATTALION) 2-8. The fire direction center (FDC) has tactical control over, and provides tactical fire direction to, the firing batteries. The fire direction officer (FDO) supervises the FDC. It is staffed with a chief fire direction computer, 2 fire direction computers, 4 battery display operators, and 2 fire direction specialists -.

S-2 SECTION 2-9. The S-2 section processes battlefield information and coordinates intelligence requirements within the battalion and with the supported maneuver units and military intelligence assets. The S-2 supervises the section, which includes a targeting officer, the intelligence sergeant, an intelligence analyst, and a fire direction specialist. The intelligence section— • Provides intelligence and security information. • Conducts FA-focused intelligence preparation of the battlefield (IPB). • Tracks the priority intelligence requirements (PIR) related to fire support. • Develops the PIR related to the battalion protection warfighting functions. • Manages all attached field artillery target acquisition systems and Army, joint, and national sensor system down-links under the battalion's operational control. • Coordinates with the S-3 for survey support for attached target acquisition (TA) assets. • Processes and correlates targeting data to include predicting and monitoring assigned high-payoff target (HPT) locations and passing this information to the controlling FA headquarters and the battalion FDC. • Coordinates the battalion ground and air defense plans with the batteries, and nominates zone coverage and cueing schedules for all attached radars.

SURVEY SECTION 2-10. The survey section provides survey support for the battalion and operates under the control of the S-3/operations section. This section consists of the 3 PADS team chiefs, 3 PADS vehicle drivers, and 3 FA surveyors for the M270, 1 Pads team chief and 1 Pads vehicle driver for M270A1/HIMARS and one surveyor.

LIAISON SECTION 2-11. The 2 sections provide liaison to the appropriate HQ in accordance with the U.S. command or support relationship or assigned NATO field artillery tactical task. Two teams are necessary to accommodate frequent changes in tactical mission assignment, adequately support joint and

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multinational forces, and provide liaison when supporting Marine air ground task force (MAGTF) operations or conducting theater missile defense (TMD). Each section consists of a liaison officer (LNO), liaison sergeant, and liaison specialist. The liaison teams may also augment existing fires cells (FCs) or fires elements (FEs).

S-6 SECTION 2-12. The S-6 section is responsible for the maintenance and repair of the battalion communications systems. This section attaches teams forward with firing batteries. The S-6 section consists of the S-6, a signal support systems chief, 3 forward signal support noncommissioned officers (NCOs), 1 signal information service specialist, and 1 signal support system specialist.

AUTOMATION MANAGEMENT SECTION 2-13. The automation management section is responsible for management of the battalion local area network (LAN). The section is composed of 2 LAN managers.

RETRANSMISSION TEAM 2-14. The retransmission (RETRANS) team establishes and maintains the frequency modulated (FM) retransmission station, as required. Dual retransmission capability is essential to maintaining both FM voice and data communications over extended distances. The section is composed of the team chief and 2 radio retransmission operators.

BATTALION S-1 SECTION 2-15. The battalion S-1 section provides administrative and legal support and helps the battalion commander provide for the welfare of the battalion personnel. The battalion S-1 supervises the section. The section includes a senior human resources sergeant, 3 human resources sergeants, a paralegal specialist, and 3 human resources specialists.

UNIT MINISTRY TEAM 2-16. The ministry team (UMT) facilitates and coordinates religious support for the battalion commander and is composed of the chaplain and chaplain’s assistant. UMT duties include providing worship opportunities; administering sacraments, rites, and ordinances; providing pastoral counseling; ministering to casualties; and providing spiritual fitness training to enhance soldier morale and unit cohesion. The chaplain personally delivers religious support to the battalion. The chaplain’s assistant performs religious support duties and coordination for religious programs, worship, and crisis intervention.

MEDICAL SERVICES Medical Platoon Headquarters 2-17. The platoon HQ coordinates the operations, administration, and logistics of the medical platoon. The medical platoon leader, field medical assistant, and section NCO comprise the HQ. The medical treatment section provides battalion medical support. This section includes the medical treatment team, combat medic team, and ambulance team.

Medical Treatment Team 2-18. The medical treatment team provides unit level combat health support to the battalion. The medical treatment team includes a physician assistant, a health care sergeant and 2 health care specialists.

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Medical Evacuation Squad 2-19. The medical evacuation squad provides evacuation of casualties from the battalion aid station to the nearest supporting medical company treatment facility or evacuation point. This team consists of 1 ambulance team leader and an ambulance aide/driver.

Combat Medic Section 2-20. This section consists of 6 trauma specialists. A trauma specialist is allocated to each firing platoon to perform immediate life saving measures to casualties.

SUPPLY AND SERVICES Battalion S-4 Section 2-21. The battalion S-4 section establishes the administrative and logistics operating center (ALOC) and coordinates the overall logistical activities of the battalion. It works closely with the operations section in monitoring the resupply of ammunition and fuel. The battalion S-4 supervises the battalion S-4 section and the battalion ammunition officer (BAO), and serves as an ALOC shift leader. The section includes a property book officer, a senior maintenance supervisor, a supply sergeant, an assistant supply sergeant, a property book NCO, and 2 supply specialists. .

Ammunition Management Section 2-22. The BAO monitors the ammunition status of the battalion and manages all aspects of ammunition resupply. The section is composed of the ammunition officer, ammunition sergeant, and a vehicle driver.

FIRING BATTERY 2-23. MLRS firing batteries provide medium-range rocket and long-range missile fires in support of the brigade, division, corps, theater Army, joint or multinational forces, and MAGTFs, or in the conduct of TMD to destroy, neutralize, or suppress the enemy. The firing battery is organic to an MLRS battalion, and may be further attached to a Marine artillery regiment, multinational forces in support of multinational initiatives, or other controlling headquarters, as required. 2-24. Whether the MLRS battalion is organic, assigned, or attached to a FIB, the MLRS firing batteries are organized the same and are structured for semi-independent operations. The MLRS firing battery consists of a battery headquarters, a battery operations center (BOC), a support platoon, and 2 firing platoons (see figure 2-3).

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Figure 2-3. MLRS Firing Battery

FIRING BATTERY HEADQUARTERS 2-25. The battery headquarters (HQ) provides command and control over all elements of the battery. The HQ is composed of the commander, 1SG, and a vehicle driver. The battery commander, 1SG, and the BOC provide the necessary C2 of the battery.

BATTERY OPERATIONS CENTER 2-26. The BOC provides tactical fire direction planning and directs battery operations in coordination with the battery commander. It plans, coordinates, and executes tactical movements and positioning, maintains situational understanding for the battery. The operations officer supervises the BOC, which is staffed with a battery operations sergeant, an FDC section chief, 2 battery display operators, 4 fire direction specialists, and the CBRN NCO.

FIRING PLATOON HEADQUARTERS X2 2-27. The platoon headquarters conducts site reconnaissance and supervises launcher positioning and operations. It performs all command, control, and logistic coordination functions for the platoon. Each platoon operation center (POC) includes the platoon leader, platoon sergeant, a reconnaissance sergeant, a battery display operator, 2 fire direction specialists, and a driver. The headquarters performs tactical fire direction, when required. The firing platoon leader provides command and control for the firing platoon. Each platoon HQ typically controls 3 firing sections.

FIRING SECTION X6 2-28. The 6 firing sections are normally equally divided between the 2 platoon HQ. The firing section is responsible for tactically positioning the launcher for survivability and engaging the enemy with indirect fire. Each firing section lays, aims, loads, and fires the launcher. The section performs all technical fire control, operator maintenance, and launcher organizational maintenance. Each firing section includes a section chief, a gunner, and a launcher driver.

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SUPPORT PLATOON Support Platoon Headquarters 2-29. The support platoon HQ supervises organizational supply and maintenance activities, to include Class V re-supply, in support of battery operations. The platoon headquarters includes a platoon leader, a platoon sergeant and a vehicle driver. The platoon leader commands and controls the support platoon. The platoon consists of 2 ammunition sections, a supply section.

Ammunition Section x2 2-30. Each ammunition section provides Class V (rocket, missile, and small arms ammunition) support to the battery. The section chief supervises the ammunition section. Each section includes an assistant section chief and 10 MLRS ammunition specialists.

Supply Section 2-31. The supply section includes the supply sergeant and an armor. The section requisitions and distributes supplies for the battery elements, distributes Class III to battery elements and provides small arms repairs.

FORWARD SUPPORT COMPANY 2-32. The forward support company (FSC) is organic to the BSB and assigned to the MLRS battalion. The FSC provides field maintenance, subsistence (Class I), and supply distribution for the battalion. The FSC consists of a company headquarters, a field feeding section, a field maintenance platoon and a distribution platoon. It can operate from the battalion field trains, combat trains, or split and operate from both trains. The distribution platoon provides distribution of all classes of supply except Class VIII (medical). Class VIII is distributed by the medical platoon. It is not designed to carry an authorized stockage list (ASL), except as necessary to support issue and turn-in operations. It may carry critical LRUs and combat spares as authorized or directed. The field maintenance platoon can function consolidated or split, depending on the METT-TC. The field maintenance platoon consists of a maintenance control section, service and recovery section, base maintenance section, and 2 maintenance support teams (MSTs) to support the firing batteries.

BATTALION DUTIES 2-33. The following discussions cover the major duties of personnel in MLRS units. They are not intended to be all-inclusive but rather to highlight major functions unique to the system.

BATTALION COMMANDER 2-34. The battalion commander, aided by the battery commanders and staff, controls all the tactical, training, logistical, and administrative activities of the battalion. He directs employment of the battalion in accordance with assigned missions. He works closely with the commanders of supported and supporting units to accomplish the battalion's mission. He establishes policies to promote discipline and morale within the battalion.

COMMAND SERGEANT MAJOR 2-35. The command sergeant major (CSM) is the senior NCO in the battalion. The CSM is responsible for executing established policies and enforcing standards pertaining to performance, care, conduct, appearance, personnel management, and training of enlisted soldiers. The CSM provides advice and makes recommendations to the commander and staff on all matters pertaining to enlisted soldiers and their families.

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EXECUTIVE OFFICER 2-36. The XO directs, supervises, and ensures coordination of the battalion staff and sections. The XO oversees all logistical functions and acts on behalf of the commander to direct the logistical support of the battalion. He commands the battalion in the absence of the commander.

S-1 2-37. The S-1 is the coordinating staff officer for all matters concerning human resources support (military and civilian). The S-1 provides technical direction to fires battalion units in the areas of: personnel readiness management (PRM), personnel accounting and strength reporting (PASR), personal information management (PIM), casualty operations, postal operations, essential personnel services (EPS), reception, replacement, return to duty, rest and recuperation, and redeployment (R5), HR planning, and morale, welfare, and recreation (MWR) operations. The S-1 coordinates with the battalion UMT, medical platoon and is the staff point of contact for equal opportunity, retention, inspector general, and morale support activities. The S-1 shares responsibility with the S-4 for manning sustainment cell operations and serve as a shift leader in the ALOC. The responsibilities of the S-1 also include—. •

Plan, direct and manage HR core competencies (PASR, PIM, PRM, R5, MWR, EPS, postal operations, casualty operations, and HR planning)

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Coordinate all aspects of Health Service Support, military pay, and religious support within the battalion. (Ensure activities support tactical plans, their branches and sequels, and the commander's desired end-state.)

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Prepare personnel estimates and annexes to plans and OPORD. „ With the S-4, prepare paragraph 4 of the battalion OPORD, FASP (if used), and the logistics support plan/tab. „ Annex I: Service Support „ Annex K: Provost Marshal (if required) „ Annex N: Contiguous Area Operations (if required) „ Annex U: CMO (if required) „ Annex V: Public Affairs

• Manage the personnel strength of the battalion and all subordinate units • Provide oversight for internal Army Records Information Management System (ARIMS) compliance. (Note: the Military Personnel File is maintained at the FIB S-1.) • Provide or coordinate forms and publications management, official mail distribution, Privacy Act and Freedom of Information Act inquiries, and manage Congressional Inquiries (CI) within the battalion and subordinate units • Establish and document battalion human relations policies and SOPs • Coordinate with the HR Ops cell of the supporting FIB or Sustainment Brigade to obtain external HR support for the battalion. • Coordinate essential personnel services as directed for all assigned or attached personnel (for example, promotions, evaluations, ID cards, awards and decorations, leave and pass, records management, retention, line-of-duty investigations, congressional inquiries, and family inquiries). • Prepare casualty reports in compliance with all local, theater, and Army policies • Ensure compliance with command responsibility for casualty correspondence (for example, letters of condolence and sympathy) • Coordinates command interests programs as directed; for example, voting assistance program, CFC, AER, community support programs.

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• Coordinate legal support of certain personnel activities to include service transfers and discharges, line of duty investigations, conscientious objector processing, summary court officer appointments, and military justice • Coordinating— „ Finance services „ Enemy prisoner of war (EPW) operations. „ Combat health services

S-2 2-38. The S-2 is responsible for battalion intelligence and supervision of the intelligence section. The principal duties in this area include the following: • Assists the S-3 in supervision of the TOC. • Conducts artillery IPB process. • Develops enemy artillery order of battle and predicts/disseminates enemy artillery locations. • Develops enemy situation and TA portions of MLRS Bn Operations Order (OPORD) to include radar deployment order if radar sections are provided to the battalion. • Develops enemy intelligence requirements related to division MLRS battalion. • Positions, tasks, and supervises any provided TA assets in conjunction with the S-3. • Plans, coordinates, and manages any provided Army sensor support. • Performs target analysis in support of the counter fire fight. • Analyzes intelligence data received from Army Battle Command Systems (ABCS).

S-3 2-39. The S-3 is responsible for training, planning, and execution of battalion operations. He supervises the activities of the operations section and manages all aspects of the battalion TOC. The principal duties in this area include the following: • Advises the commander on FA organization for combat, MLRS battery positioning, TA asset positioning and radar zones, and FA attack guidance. • Provides survivability and movement criteria to the battalion based on mission, enemy, terrain and weather, troops, time available, and civil considerations (METT-TC). • Coordinates position area and movement management with batteries and maneuver units, as required. • Develops the MLRS BN OPORD. • Prepares and publishes standing operating procedures (SOPs). • Supervises FA rehearsals. • Calculates ammunition basic load based on mission requirements and required supply rate, and manages battalion ammunition consumption.

S-4 2-40. The S-4 coordinates and manages logistical support for the battalion. He coordinates with the FSC commander for the execution of support functions, to include ensuring that requisitions for all classes of supplies have been submitted in a timely manner. He performs as a shift leader in the ALOC. The S-4’s duties include: • Advise the commander and staff on all S-4 areas, to include: Logistics C2—centralized versus decentralized logistics operations, battalion trains concept and positioning. • Ammunition estimates, distribution, and resupply operations.

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Transportation requirements and main supply route (MSR) selection and operation. Prepare logistics estimates and plans using logistics preparation of the battlefield (LPB) methodology. With the S-1, prepare paragraph 4 of the battalion OPORD, FASP (if used), and the logistics support plan/tab. Supervise, manage, and coordinate battalion supply and sustainment operations, to include ammunition and refueling. Distribution operations for all classes of supply except Class VIII (medical) within the battalion. Recommend logistics priorities and employment of S-4 assets that support the commander’s intent and mission accomplishment. With the S-1, establish and maintain the ALOC. Supervise operations of the ALOC. Ensure the S-4 section and the ALOC establish and maintain situational awareness—of the general situation, FA operations, and sustainment. Review the battalion’s essential tasks for critical logistical requirements (for example, expeditionary support packages (ESPs) of ammunition and vehicle refuel).

S-6 2-41. The S-6 is the principal staff officer for all matters concerning signal operations, automation management, network management, and information security. The principal duties in this area include the following: • Plans and coordinates battalion communications systems integration into supported maneuver unit and force FA headquarters systems. • Manages and controls use of battalion information network capabilities. • Recommends signal support priorities for battalion information operations. • Manages radio frequency allocations and assignments. • Performs communications reconnaissance and survey to assist in positioning key battalion elements. • Writes MLRS BN OPORD signal paragraph. • Supervises signal support personnel. • Establishes automation systems administration and security procedures for automation hardware and software employed by the battalion. • Serves as battalion COMSEC custodian. • Coordinates battalion LAN configuration.

OPERATIONS OFFICER 2-42. The operations officer assists in developing WARNORDs, OPORDs, and FRAGORDs; maintains the tactical situation maps and overlays; and plans and coordinates tactical movements and positioning. He develops the execution matrix. The operations officer works directly for the S-3 and is a TOC duty officer.

FIRE DIRECTION OFFICER 2-43. The battalion fire direction officer (FDO) is primarily responsible for supervising all tactical fire direction in the battalion. On the basis of guidance from the commander and S-3, the FDO decides where and how the battalion (and any reinforcing units) will fire. The principal duties in this area include − • Secure and supervise input of appropriate parameters into the AFATDS database. • Analyze requested targets for attack by field artillery in terms of desired effects, method of fire, and types of ammunition required. • Ensure complete dissemination of fire plans to subordinate elements.

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Conduct rehearsals of fire plans with subordinate and reinforcing firing units as well as attached acquisition assets and sensor system down links. Establish and maintain digital communications within the battalion, its attachments, and the controlling force field artillery headquarters if one is designated by the supported commander.

LIAISON OFFICER 2-44. The liaison officer (LNO) directs the liaison team and represents the MLRS battalion commander with supported units. The LNO also advises the supported commander on battalion capabilities, limitations, and disposition; recommends employment options and helps coordinate fires of the MLRS battalion with other fire support assets; and keeps the MLRS battalion commander informed on the current situation of the supported unit and on future requirements.

CHEMICAL OFFICER 2-45. The chemical officer advises the commander and staff on CBRN defense matters and serves as shift leader in the battalion TOC. The chemical officer prepares the CBRN portion of plans and orders and prepares CBRN estimates and SOPs. He is the chief CBRN trainer for the battalion.

AMMUNITION OFFICER 2-46. The BAO coordinates with the XO, S-3, S-4, and support platoon leaders in requesting ammunition, and planning and executing the ammunition distribution plan within the battalion. He supervises the ammunition management section. The BAO recommends the method of control for battalion ammunition resupply operations. The BAO may consolidate some of the resupply vehicles at battalion to provide longhaul capability and deliver ammunition to the firing batteries. The principal duties in this area include the following: • Coordinates ammunition resupply operations with higher headquarters. • Performs mission analysis to verify that ammunition handling capabilities can support operations. • Ensures ammunition accountability. • Ensures that proper ammunition basic load mix is distributed to firing batteries. • Monitors the command and administrative/logistics net for ammunition requirements. • Manages ammunition turn-in.

CHAPLAIN 2-47. The battalion chaplain advises commanders on moral and ethical matters. He develops a religious support plan, and coordinates and conducts garrison services, field services, and soldier welfare ministries. He provides counseling, as required, for all soldiers and helps maintain the moral and spiritual well being of all personnel. He operates from the battalion trains.

PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT 2-48. The physician assistant (PA) advises the commander on all health-related issues, is responsible for immediate medical services for field casualties within the battalion, and coordinates all medical support with higher headquarters in coordination with the S-3 and S-1. The PA supervises the operations of the battalion medical treatment team.

PROPERTY BOOK OFFICER 2-49. The property book officer (PBO) coordinates all supply activities in the battalion and is responsible for maintaining property accountability and the battalion property book. The PBO helps the battery supply sergeant request and receive supplies by coordinating with supporting supply activities; works closely with the operations section in monitoring the resupply of ammunition and fuel; and supervises the battalion supply section in the absence of the S-4.

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HHB COMMANDER 2-50. The HHB battery commander is responsible for the training, combat readiness, morale, and welfare of the headquarters battery. The HHB commander is responsible for maintaining personnel and equipment readiness within the HHB battery. He ensures supply, maintenance, and administrative support for HHB elements. The HHB commander may conduct position area reconnaissance, selection, and occupation of position (RSOP) for the battalion HQ. He develops the defense plan for the TOC.

HHB FIRST SERGEANT 2-51. The HHB 1SG is the senior NCO in the battery, and provides leadership and guidance to the battery's enlisted personnel. He is the primary administrative and logistics coordinator for the battery. The HHB 1SG is responsible for all internal and external administrative and logistical duties.

FIRING BATTERY BATTERY COMMANDER 2-52. The firing battery commander is responsible for the training, combat readiness, morale, and welfare of the firing battery. The principal duties in this area include the following: • Directs the employment of the battery in accordance with assigned missions. • Establishes standards and provides guidance for current and future operations. • Plans and conducts reconnaissance of the unit headquarters position. • Designates general areas for each platoon. • Ensures proper terrain coordination with higher headquarters to facilitate timely position occupations by battery vehicles and personnel. • Establishes and maintains training standards for the battery.

FIRST SERGEANT 2-53. The firing battery first sergeant (1SG) is the senior NCO in the battery. The 1SG provides leadership and guidance to the battery's enlisted personnel and is the primary administrative and logistics coordinator for the battery. The 1SG is responsible for supervising internal and coordinating external administrative and logistical duties activities with the exception of rocket/missile ammunition and maintenance. The principal duties in this area include the following: • Guides and supervises internal battery support activities such as battery supply PMCS. • Directly supervises the battery clerk and combat medics. • Coordinates with the BOC and LOC (support platoon leader/sergeant) for overall battery administrative and logistics support of the firing platoons. • Ensures that the above support is timely, adequate, and efficient. • Develops and supervises the battery defense.

BATTERY OPERATIONS OFFICER 2-54. The battery operations officer is the S-3 of the firing battery. He supervises the BOC, and plans and coordinates tactical movement and positioning with the commander's guidance. The operations officer processes intelligence information and maintains situational understanding of battery operations. He coordinates logistics efforts with the support platoon leader. The principal duties in this area include the following: • Supervises C2 of battery elements. • Establishes and maintains communications with battery elements and higher headquarters. • Coordinates with controlling artillery and/or appropriate maneuver headquarters. • Coordinates position areas.

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Supervises fire control section within the BOC. Responsible for timely transmission of fire orders to the firing platoons or launchers. Oversees selection of firing elements to fire. Monitors fire support coordination measures (FSCMs). Maintains status of battery elements. Tracks the battle and monitors situation reporting.

BATTERY OPERATIONS SERGEANT 2-55. The battery operations sergeant, is the primary assistant to the battery operations officer, who directly supervises the FDC and FDC operations and organizes the BOC for 24-hour operation, directs its setup, and controls the battery radio nets. In coordination with the operations officer, the fire control sergeant monitors all radio transmissions and ensures that all pertinent information and fire missions are quickly relayed to the proper agencies, maintains the fire direction capabilities map, supervises upkeep of FDC operations records and reports, and keeps the operations officer informed

FDC SECTION CHIEF 2-56. The FDC section chief provides technical fire direction expertise and assists in training FDC personnel, and controls the battery radio nets. In coordination with the operations officer and NCO, the fire control sergeant monitors all radio transmissions and ensures that all pertinent information and fire missions are quickly relayed to the proper agencies, maintains the fire direction capabilities map, supervises upkeep of FDC operations records and reports, and keeps the operations officer informed.

FIRING PLATOON LEADER 2-57. The firing platoon leader commands and controls the firing platoon. In a tactical environment, he develops and communicates OPORDs and ensures that his unit prepares for combat. The firing platoon leader is responsible for platoon operations including RSOPs, tactical movement, firing position occupation, survivability actions, CBRN protective measures enforcement, and situation reporting to higher and adjacent headquarters. He implements guidance and direction from the battery commander . 2-58. The platoon leader designates platoon launchers to fire selected munitions. He also designates the operational status of the launchers and determines their employment sequence based on guidance from the battery commander, BOC, and mission requirements. The platoon leader then sends this information to the BOC, which selects the launchers to fire. The principal duties in this area include – • Ensuring timely and accurate system and soldier status reporting to higher headquarters. Relays accurate and timely information pertaining to current and future operations, enemy and friendly situations, and fire missions to and from platoon elements. • Ensuring platoon ability to sustain continuous day/night operations under all conditions, including a CBRN environment. • Selecting POC site, SCPs, and platoon operational areas. • Planning and issuing platoon OPORD as required. • Training the POC. • Conducting platoon rehearsals. • Coordinating platoon combat support.

FIRING PLATOON SERGEANT 2-59. The firing platoon sergeant supervises the platoon HQ, including operations with the platoon AFATDS, and ensures that all reports submitted to the BOC are accurate and timely. In the platoon operations area (OPAREA), the firing platoon sergeant controls the ammunition vehicles and monitors ammunition resupply. He must be prepared to reconnoiter firing points, reload points, and ammunition holding areas (AHAs). The firing platoon sergeant maintains the status of launcher sections; plans and

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coordinates the defense of the platoon elements; and assists the platoon leader in command, control, and execution of the platoon mission.

RECONNAISSANCE SERGEANT 2-60. The reconnaissance sergeant is the platoon leader’s driver and assists him in the reconnaissance of the platoon area. The reconnaissance sergeant advises the platoon leader on the placement of the launchers, resupply points, and the launcher firing points. The reconnaissance sergeant also checks the mask in the firing point areas.

FIRING SECTION CHIEF 2-61. The firing section chief is responsible for all activities involving the launcher. This includes selecting the hide area and firing point in accordance with guidance given by the platoon leader/sergeant; ensuring the launcher is properly emplaced and prepared for action; measuring and reporting immediate mask to the firing platoon HQ; and observing and checking the functioning of equipment during firing, movement, and reload operations. He immediately reports errors, unusual incidents, or equipment malfunctions to the platoon HQ.

SUPPORT PLATOON LEADER 2-62. The support platoon leader commands and controls the support platoon. He is the primary logistics coordinator for the battery. The support platoon leader is responsible for coordinating battery support to include ammunition resupply, maintenance, food service, and supply efforts. The responsibilities include working closely with the firing platoon leaders, BOC, and battalion ALOC in the coordination of logistical support for the battery. The principal duties in this area include the following: • Coordinates with the controlling headquarters to determine the location and status of support activities. These activities include the supporting maintenance activity; nearest water and ration distribution point; nearest petroleum, oils, and lubricants (POL) distribution point; supporting shower and laundry points; and supporting Class II and Class VII activities. • Coordinates with the firing platoon leaders for the distribution of ammunition and fuel to the firing platoons. • Establishes logistics operations center (LOC). • Supervises ammunition resupply operations with the supporting ammunition transfer point or ammunition supply point. • Monitors refueling operations. • Establishes and sets up the battery logistics release point (LRP). • Positions ammunition sections within the battery ammunition holding area. • Coordinates with the battalion ALOC for maintenance support and directs battery maintenance efforts.

SUPPORT PLATOON SERGEANT 2-63. The support platoon sergeant is the primary assistant to the support platoon leader, who selects and reconnoiters routes to and from the ammunition transfer point (ATP) and ammunition supply point (ASP), directs and commands convoy movements of ammunition vehicles, and coordinates with the battalion ammunition officer for all Class V resupply. He keeps the ammunition document register and accountability files. If an LRP is used, the support platoon sergeant helps the support platoon leader supervise it.

SUPPLY SERGEANT 2-64. The battery supply sergeant directs supply personnel in establishing supply and inventory control management functions and also maintains property under the standard property book system. He reviews

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daily and monthly records of issues of operating supplies, provides technical assistance to the armorer and assists and advises the commander.

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2-65.The FSC commander is the only school-trained and experienced logistician in the MLRS fires battalion. He knows best how to employ the FSC in support of the tactical plan. The FSC commander should be involved in the planning process to assist the S-4 in determining logistics requirements and integrating the concept of support with the tactical plan.

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Employment MLRS units are employed to provide field artillery (FA) rocket and missile fires in support of the brigade combat team, division, corps, army, joint or multinational forces, and MAGTFs, or in the conduct of theater missile defense (TMD) to destroy, neutralize, or suppress the enemy. Successful MLRS operations start with a sound organization for combat that maximizes MLRS capabilities to support the elements of full spectrum operations - offense, defense, and stability /civil support (in the US) operations .

This section implements STANAG 2934, chapter 4.

SECTION I – OPERATIONS IN WAR

GENERAL EMPLOYMENT CONSIDERATIONS 3-1. The division, corps, and joint task force (JTF) commanders' areas of operation normally include all areas occupied by enemy forces that may jeopardize completion of the current mission. Often, MLRS can engage enemy forces to the full depth of those areas of operations.

SYSTEM CAPABILITIES 3-2. The flexibility of the MLRS makes it an important fire support asset to combined arms commanders at all levels. The battalion's automated C2 capabilities; the organizational structure; and the system range, firepower, and munitions all contribute to this flexibility. 3-3. The battalion C2 system can interface automatically with most other C2 systems, as well as TA and sensor systems. 3-4. The MLRS organizational structure allows assignment of tactical missions down to the firing battery and platoon levels, if required. The MLRS firing batteries are equipped to operate independently from parent battalion control. The MLRS firing platoons may execute separate standard or nonstandard tactical missions for limited periods. Augmentation of platoon assets increases this semi-independent capability. 3-5. The MLRS range, firepower, and munitions give fire support planners flexibility in supporting the commander's concept of operation.

MISSION AND ENEMY 3-6. The commander's scheme of maneuver, the enemy's capabilities, and predicted courses of action identified by the IPB are the next considerations in employing MLRS. Emerging doctrine considers is based on effects achieved, not necessarily on who provides them or their location within the area of operations.

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FIRES IN THE UNASSIGNED AREA 3-7. Division commanders designate decisive, shaping, and sustaining operations within the AO if necessary. Designating these areas provides a tool for analyzing spatial relationships between enemy and friendly combat forces. The field artillery provides fires throughout the area of operations (AO). 3-8. The targeting methodology for planning and executing fires is decide, detect, deliver, and assess (D3A). This methodology requires that targets and their areas of engagement be planned during the decide phase. The D3A methodology and the doctrine for planning and executing fire support in shaping operations are addressed in FM 6-20-10. 3-9. Long-range fires are planned and scheduled as opposed to immediate, unscheduled fires on targets of opportunity. In the planning process, the following must be considered: • Rocket and Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS) stockage levels and locations. Management and delivery of munitions depend heavily on fire planning decisions made early in the planning process. • TA and sensor system availability and cueing to detect and/or track targets. • C2 linkage to the MLRS firing unit, and target acquisition and sensor systems.

Fires in the Unassigned 3-10. The MLRS can support the commander's area shaping operations with rockets and ATACMS missile fires. With ranges of out to 300 kilometers, the ATACMS is well suited for attack of long-range HPTs, including those with extremely short dwell times where minimizing the time from acquisition to firing is critical. The range capability also allows engagement across the front laterally. The warhead description and capabilities of the ATACMS missile are addressed in chapter 1.

Fires in Close Combat 3-11. MLRS rocket range exceeds most cannon munitions and allows force commanders the opportunity to complement cannon fire with a lethal indirect fire capability, enhancing maneuver force protection and influencing the outcome of operations. MLRS can be used for counter fire, raids, suppression of enemy air defenses (SEAD), and engaging deeper targets than those that can be ranged by cannon artillery that impact close combat. The targets best suited for MLRS rockets in the close combat are personnel, light materiel, command posts (CPs), and artillery. The M31 guided MLRS (GMLRS) unitary warhead munitions offer a significant destructive capability while reducing the possibility of collateral damage. However, the MLRS M26/M26A2 rocket has a large "footprint" (dispersion of sub munitions in the target area), which requires detailed planning when delivered close to friendly troops. Planners should also consider the probability of dud sub munitions in the target area. The same planning factors used for 155 millimeter or Air Forcedelivered DPICM should be used for MLRS. Planners must consider the risk when firing DPICM MLRS rockets into areas that friendly units could occupy or pass through during future operations.

Fires in the Contiguous Area 3-12. The objective of fires in the contiguous area is to protect and ensure the functioning of force and capabilities to ensure freedom of action and continuity of operations. Use of MLRS fires in support of units in the contiguous area is may be limited if M31 GMLRS rounds are not available. The unguided MLRS munitions are best suited for area rather than point targets. Unguided MLRS rockets, because of the nature of these munitions (DPICM) and the large number of wheeled vehicle and "soft" friendly assets in the contiguous area may not be the fire support (FS) munitions of choice for contiguous area operations. Special circumstances may dictate, however, that MLRS be used in support of division or corps response force operations and/or tactical combat force operations. For example, the risk of friendly troops in the vicinity of MLRS targets may be acceptable in light of the overall situation. Additionally, targets may be out of range of cannon artillery, and other fire support, such as mortars and aviation, may not be available.

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POSITIONING 3-13. Proper and well coordinated positioning and employment of MLRS units increase their effectiveness. The ability to accomplish its assigned essential or field artillery tasks is the primary consideration for positioning an MLRS unit. Other considerations include— • Minimum as well as maximum range. • Communications to higher, adjacent, and subordinate units. • Firing signature. • Availability of suitable terrain. • Facilitation of future operations. 3-14. When required by assigned fire support or field artillery tasks, MLRS units fight positioned forward, as close to the FLOT as possible, to maximize the system’s ability to attack at long range. Positioning launchers forward and intermixing them with other fire support systems and maneuver units in the brigade combat team (BCT) sector degrades the ability of the enemy to template MLRS operations and locations. Positioning forward, however, does increase the risk to soldiers because MLRS units have a limited ability to defend themselves against ground attack. 3-15. When positioning forward, minimum range is a consideration. Positioning forward also increases coordination requirements because, when it fires, the MLRS signature increases the vulnerability of all elements in the immediate vicinity of the launchers to enemy fires. 3-16. Shoot and scoot tactics and ATACMS off-axis capability are used to reduce the enemy's ability to acquire and engage MLRS launchers with indirect fires. 3-17. The lethality and range of MLRS make it an HPT for threat ground maneuver and special operations forces, which hunt down launchers that cannot be attacked by counter fire. 3-18. Digital communications are essential for effective MLRS operations. Communication requirements, particularly FM electronic line-of-sight, are a key consideration when selecting position areas.

PLANNING AND COORDINATION Planning 3-19. Employment of the MLRS requires thorough planning and coordination. Operations orders, fire support plans/annexes, and field artillery support plans should all include detailed tasks and instructions for MLRS units. These instructions should include types and amounts of ammunition by unit, platoon, and/or launcher posturing, and FCS configurations for specific launchers. Planners should consider the need for launcher redundancy in the allocation of targets. If resources allow, assign both primary and backup launchers to ensure timely target attack. Rehearsals 3-20. Rehearsals are an integral part of the planning process for all operations. A rehearsal should both practice and test the plan. If at all possible, the rehearsal should be conducted with the force commander's rehearsal. A combined rehearsal will improve responsiveness of fires and the synchronization of all the force commander's resources for the battle. Rocket Fires 3-21. Rockets will normally be fired at targets within the division area of operations by an attached or reinforcing MLRS battalion or a fires brigade (FIB). These units supporting the division are normally under the control of the division FC or a FIB, which may be designated by the supported commander as the force artillery HQ. See table 4-3 for information on MLRS rocket capabilities.

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Missile Fires 3-22. The employment of ATACMS missiles will normally be retained at corps and higher levels. An attached or reinforcing MLRS battalion may, however, fire missiles that have been apportioned to the division to support its mission. Therefore, all firing elements and platforms of the MLRS battalion must be prepared for ATACMS missions. The planning tasks and functions necessary for the employment of ATACMS will be managed under centralized control, normally at echelons above division (EAD). Corps and other EAD can integrate the necessary target and intelligence information and coordinate/deconflict targets at operational depths. Execution 3-23. The key to effective employment of ATACMS is planning and coordination (prior to execution). Execution functions for fixed or non-mobile targets may also be initiated under centralized control. Responsiveness may be improved by tailoring linkages to allow shorter paths (decentralized execution) from target acquisition sources through FIB or MLRS battalion nodes to the launcher for the attack of timesensitive targets. If the force commander desires to decentralize execution for certain targets (typically high priority fleeting targets that are vulnerable to attack for very short periods of time), he will normally designate a subordinate commander (unit) as the execution authority. Targets 3-24. The target sets for ATACMS Blocks I and IA include soft, sitting, and/or emitting high priority targets. The targets include major command and control nodes, air defense weapons and radars, logistics storage facilities, helicopter operating bases, surface-to-surface missile systems, multiple rocket launchers, and major troop assembly areas. Note: Accurate reporting of platoon center locations is paramount because these locations are used to develop and coordinate Air Force restricted operations areas (ROAs). (See chapter 5.) 3-25. Block I, Block IA, Block II and M48/M57Comparison. The most important differences among Block I, Block IA, Block II M57, are range, payload, guidance, and default submunitions dispense pattern size. (See table 3-1.) Pattern size can be found in the DP field of the FM;CFF message. There are 3 dispense patterns for Blocks I and IA: small, medium, and large. Table 3-1 Block I, Block IA, Block II and M48/M57Comparison M39 Block I

M39A1 Block IA

M48/M57 QRU

25-165

70-300

70-270+

950 M74 grenades

300 M74 grenades

500 lbs unitary charge

Guidance

Inertial

GPS aided

GPS aided

Default Dispense Pattern Size

Large

Medium

N/A

Range (km) Payload

Fire Support Coordination Line 3-26. Missile fires will often be located beyond the fire support coordination line (FSCL) because of the range of the weapon and expected target types. During planning and coordination, there should be emphasis on establishing procedural controls and the need to deconflict these fires with the joint force, particularly the air component. Coordination of attacks beyond the FSCL, if established, is especially critical to commanders of air, land, and special operations forces. Forces attacking targets beyond an FSCL must inform all affected commanders in sufficient time to allow necessary reaction to avoid fratricide, both in the air and on the ground. Finally, this coordination assists in avoiding conflicting or redundant attack

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operations. In exceptional circumstances, the inability to conduct this coordination will not preclude the attack of targets beyond the FSCL. Launchers 3-27. The M270 launcher can fire the Block I missile. However, because the missile depends on data from the launcher for its initial position and azimuth data, the time since the launcher's last SRP realignment and PDS update is very important. The crew must ensure that the launcher's position/azimuth data is current so the missile gets the most accurate data possible. M270A1/M142 launchers normally receive their position and azimuth data from global positioning system (GPS). Assuming GPS is functioning normally, these launchers will always have accurate data for Block I missiles. 3-28. Block IA missiles employ a GPS-augmented inertial navigation system that provides greatly improved accuracy. There will be a mix of old and new launchers in the force until the M142 launchers is fully fielded. Until then, mission planners should consider using units equipped with the M270A1 or M142 launcher in the following situations: • Consider using the M270A1or M142 launcher for missions requiring quick response and the M270 launchers for the “stay hot, shoot fast” technique (see chapter 5). This technique is typically used to posture launchers on a firing point at an aim point to attack fleeting targets. It consists of sending an “at my command (AMC)” mission to the launcher. The launcher acknowledges the mission, moves to the firing point, lays on the target grid (aim point), then reports “ready” and time of flight. If the target is detected at or near the aim point grid, the mission is executed in the normal manner using a “fire” message (or an amended mission that adjusts the grid and changes the method of control to “when ready [WR]”). This technique eliminates launcher movement from hide position and elevation time. While the M270 launcher should only remain at aim point for up to 2 hours, the M270A1 or M142 launcher can remain on an aim point indefinitely. While this technique saves reaction time, units must assess the threat, including special operations forces (SOF) and aircraft. • The MLRS uses 2 basic types of fire missions: planned (scheduled) and targets of opportunity (unscheduled). If planners anticipate many targets of opportunity suitable for MLRS fires, they should designate an MLRS unit equipped with the M270A1 or M142 launchers to attack those targets. The launcher's quicker response time may result in the ability to engage more targets. • Planners should also consider using units equipped with M270A1 or M142 launchers for fires when the unit will need to quickly change munitions (for example, rockets to ATACMS). Because the M270A1 or M142 launchers contain all required software to process and fire all rockets and missiles onboard, they are the logical choice to provide fires when frequently alternating from rockets to missiles. Additionally, the LMS allows for improved employment/reaction times for fire missions, improved survivability because of decreased displacement time, and increased operational tempo and ammunition throughput because of decreased reload time and overall mission cycle times. The increased memory and embedded GPS gives the M270A1 or M142 launcher the capability to fire GPS-enhanced munitions. 3-29. Maneuver and force FA commanders must consider the following items when planning for MLRS fire support. Fire Missions 3-30. MLRS fires typically require longer reaction times than cannon systems. Thus, the MLRS is better suited for planned missions. Both scheduled and unscheduled missions are used in the offensive and defensive phases of the battle. Configuration Time 3-31. Configuration time for the M270 launcher is dependent on the requirement to load weapon files into the launcher fire control system (FCS). If ammunition requirements for a particular operation can be anticipated, the corresponding weapon files should be loaded before fire missions begin. Then, as fire missions require transitioning from one of the anticipated munitions to another, no additional time would

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be required for software configuration of the FCS. If, however, different ammunition were requested that required loading a new weapon file, configuration time would increase. Note: When planners have both M270 and M270A1 or M142 launchers available, see paragraphs 3-27 and 3-28 for planning considerations.

Reaction Time 3-32. The MLRS units normally require at least 30 minutes to process and execute a fire plan. Using methods other than the non-nuclear fire plan function of AFATDS can reduce this time (for example, establish a series of time on targets [TOTs], use AMC method of control, and so forth). Launcher Response Time 3-33. The MLRS response time on any given mission may vary from 2 to 20 minutes. Munition Load 3-34. Table 3-2 indicates the types of munitions each launcher is capable of shooting: Table 3-2. Launcher Capabilities Launcher

Rockets

ATACMS

M26

M26A2 ERMLRS

M30/31 GMLRS

M270

X

X

M270A1

X

X

X

M142

X

X

X

M39 Block I

M39A1 Block IA

M48/M57 QRU

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

3-35. The unit mission dictates an ammunition load and resupply necessities. Mission changes may require exchange of part or all of the unit ammunition stocks. Because of launcher response times in units equipped with the M270 launcher, a battery will normally have no more than 2 types of munitions while a platoon will normally carry only 1 type of ammunition. Munition Range 3-36. The ammunition minimum and maximum ranges must be considered in positioning elements and assigning missions. (See table 3-3.) Table 3-3. Range Comparison System

Minimum Range

Maximum Range

MLRS M26 Rocket (DPICM)

8 km*

32.5 km

MLRS M26A2 Rocket (ER) (DPICM)

13 km

45 km

MLRS M30 Rocket (Guided) (DPICM)

15 km

70 km

MLRS M31 Rocket (Guided) (HE)

15 km

70 km

ATACMS M39 Missile Block I (APAM)

25 km

165 km

ATACMS M39A1 Missile Block IA (APAM)

70 km

300 km

ATACMS M39A3 Missile Block II (BAT)

35 km

145 km

ATACMS M48/57 Missile Quick Reaction Unitary

70 km

270 km

km = kilometer

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* Sub munitions dud rates increase at ranges less than 10 km. The system software will allow firing at ranges down to 5 km.

Rehearsals 3-37. Units must establish procedures for rehearsals as a part of their tactical standing operating procedures (TSOPs). As a minimum, the SOPs should identify: • Who will participate in the rehearsal. • What should be rehearsed. • What the sequence of the rehearsal will be. • What the priority of methods for rehearsals will be. Participants 3-38. The rehearsal should include significant events (such as the maneuver scheme, target acquisition employment, and obstacle emplacement). The battalion S-3, S-2, FDO, radar personnel (if applicable), and unit FDCs are all essential participants. When possible, the firing batteries and platoons, down to individual launcher level, should participate as well. The battalion benefits from the rehearsal by obtaining information for movement, schedules of fire, munitions requirements, and a more complete understanding of the operational time involved with the scheme of maneuver. 3-39. If the force commander does not conduct a rehearsal and rehearsal time is available, the S-3 and/or liaison officer (LNO) should conduct a rehearsal. The existing maneuver operations plan (OPLAN), the fire support plan, the fire support execution matrix (FSEM), the fires battalion OPORD, and the FA support plan and matrix should be used. The FSEM is ideal for use in the rehearsal because the rehearsal is normally conducted by performing and/or reciting the following: • Actions to occur. • Possible friendly initiatives. • Possible reactions to enemy initiatives. • Control measures. • Significant events that are to occur in relation to time or to phases of an operation. 3-40. Benefits derived from a rehearsal conducted by only unit personnel depend on how well the leader conducting the rehearsal understands the force commander's concept of the operation. The battalion operations section pays particular attention to displacements. The battalion FDC issues fire orders. Attached radars work situational cues with the cueing agents. Each firing unit conducts tactical and technical fire direction through launcher level. If alternative friendly courses of action hinge on enemy actions and if time permits, the alternatives should be rehearsed.

SURVIVABILITY Movement 3-41. MLRS units move or reposition on a continuing basis to mitigate attack by counter fire and facilitate engagement of enemy formations and targets. Units conduct RSOP on a continual basis to enhance unit survivability and to facilitate future operations. The necessity to conduct RSOP and select alternate and supplementary positions at a fast pace has evolved into what is termed shoot-and-scoot tactics. Shoot-andscoot tactics, combined with the wide dispersion of elements, help avoid detection and minimize vulnerability. However, shoot-and-scoot tactics require more planning and coordination because of competition for terrain. The battalion staff coordinates continually through the appropriate fire support channels for the use of terrain. Firing battery commanders and platoon leaders must, however, often continue that coordination face-to-face with maneuver unit commanders throughout all phases of the operation.

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Mission 3-42. Although a launcher firing missiles will be a higher priority enemy target, it may be less vulnerable to counter fire than it is when firing rockets. Factors that contribute to reduced vulnerability when a launcher is shooting missiles include both shorter times from initial launch to movement away from the firing point and randomly selected off-axis firings.

Detection 3-43. The key to MLRS survival on the battlefield is the avoidance of detection. Enemy forces can detect MLRS units firing either rockets or missiles by multiple means. Air-Ground Observation 3-44. Until it fires, an MLRS launcher is normally difficult to detect by air-ground observation. During firing, however, the large signature of the launch provides easy location of the firing point by direct observation. Counterbattery Radar 3-45. At lower firing elevations (less than 300 mil), MLRS rockets are difficult to detect by counterbattery radar. At firing elevations greater than 300 mils, the rockets can be more easily acquired because of their higher trajectory. Factors that further reduce MLRS vulnerability to enemy radar acquisition include the ATACMS off-axis launch, low radar cross-section, and semiballistic-guided flight program. Sound Ranging 3-46. The vulnerability of MLRS to detection by sound ranging exceeds that of cannon artillery. Enemy sound ranging techniques are highly advanced and extremely accurate. Flash Ranging 3-47. The MLRS is readily detected by flash ranging because of the large visual signature of the launcher firing. Enemy flash ranging techniques are highly advanced and extremely accurate. Radio Direction Finding 3-48. Proper communications procedures can reduce detection by enemy radio direction finding. Terrain masking, fewer and shorter transmissions, and use of low radio power, directional antennas, and frequencyhopping capabilities can improve survivability.

TASK ORGANIZATION 3-49. The flexibility of the MLRS battalion offers significant fires capability to the combined arms commander. The battalion automated C2, 10- to 300-kilometer range of munitions, and target acquisition capabilities all contribute to this flexibility. 3-50. The MLRS organizational structure allows assignment of tactical missions down to the firing battery and platoon levels, if required. The firing batteries are equipped to operate independently from parent battalion control for limited time periods. The firing platoons may also execute separate standard or nonstandard tactical missions. 3-51. The force commander establishes the C2 of MLRS units through task organization or the assignment of a field artillery tactical task in accordance with STANAG 2934: • Establish a command or support relationship by placing the unit in a specific tactical organization. • Assign a field artillery tactical task in accordance with STANAG 2484. MLRS batteries and platoons may also be assigned tactical tasks for limited periods.

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COMMAND AND SUPPORT RELATIONSHIPS 3-52. The force commander normally establishes 1 of the following relationships with a tactical unit for each field artillery unit: • Organic. • Assigned. • Attached. • Operational control (OPCON). 3-53. One MLRS battalion is organic to the FIB. Additional MLRS battalions may be assigned, attached or placed OPCON to the FIB.

FIELD ARTILLERY TACTICAL TASK ASSIGNMENT 3-54. The MLRS battalion is capable of complying with the standard Army command and support relationships identified in FM 3-0 or with the conducting the standard STANAG 2484 NATO FA tactical tasks and responsibilities of general support, general support reinforcing, reinforcing, and direct support as well as nonstandard missions. 3-55. The MLRS battalion may be assigned any standard tactical mission consistent with the commander's fire support guidance. Assignment of a command or support relationship or a NATO FA tactical task directs the MLRS battalion commander to meet each of the directed and inherent responsibilities of the relationship or FA tactical task addressed in FM 3-0. The NATO FA tactical tasks are discussed in the following paragraphs.

GS 3-56. An MLRS unit assigned a GS mission provides FA support for the force as a whole. This is the most centralized mission for the force commander. It provides fires that are immediately responsive to his needs. The force commander's planned fires are best provided by those MLRS units with a GS mission. Assigning a GS MLRS unit a priority of fires allows the supported commander to influence specific areas of the battlefield.

GSR 3-57. The GSR mission requires the MLRS unit to furnish fires for the force as a whole as its first priority and to reinforce the fires of another FA unit as its second priority. A GSR unit remains under the tactical control of the force FA headquarters and responds on a first-priority basis to the needs of that headquarters. The GSR mission gives the force commander flexibility to meet the needs of various tactical situations. For example, the MLRS battalion with a GSR mission allows the weighting of a BCT with additional artillery. The ability to provide DS cannon battalions with additional fires results in a lethal cannon and rocket/missile mix.

Reinforcing 3-58. The reinforcing mission requires the MLRS battalion to augment the fires of another FA unit. In the reinforcing role, the MLRS battalion responds on a first-priority basis to the needs of the reinforced unit. The battalion establishes digital and voice communications with the reinforced FA headquarters and maintains communications with the force FA headquarters. The battalion must also make provisions to establish liaison with the reinforced artillery unit. Reinforcing a DS cannon battalion may require the liaison function to occur at both the reinforced FA battalion headquarters and the brigade combat team FC. The battalion should ensure that reinforced units are aware of the capabilities and limitations of the MLRS battalion to include ammunition expenditure and resupply rates.

DS 3-59. The DS mission requires the unit to provide first priority of fires to the supported unit. The DS mission is the most decentralized tactical mission. Fires and effects are planned and coordinated with the

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maneuver unit, and the unit commander positions the battalion where it can best support the maneuver force. Often, establishing appropriate priorities of fire by modifying the GS, reinforcing, or GSR missions will be adequate to handle those instances where MLRS must be extremely responsive in support of a specific maneuver force. When possible, MLRS units should reinforce the habitually associated DS cannon unit rather than assuming the DS mission on their own. However, MLRS units may assume a DS mission. The following factors should be carefully considered when assigning MLRS units a DS mission: • The MLRS battalion lacks the organic fire support coordination personnel normally associated with a DS FA battalion. The liaison sections organic to corps MLRS are not designed to satisfy this function. • MLRS battalions may have to shift rapidly from GS to DS mission and back. • Unguided rockets are best used against area targets and to complement cannon fires. • Unguided rockets are inherently less precise than cannon projectiles. They have a much larger circular error probable (CEP) and are, therefore, much less predictable. Inherent random inaccuracies (bias and precision errors) are discussed in appendix B. • Cannon fires are normally more responsive than MLRS fires for targets of opportunity. The M270A1 or M142 launcher, however, improves system responsiveness. Appropriate planning and coordination may substantially reduce response times as well. • The MLRS has extensive ammunition resupply considerations that may adversely impact its ability to sustain continuous fires. • The MLRS lacks some munitions normally required for a DS mission (such as illumination and smoke). Alternate sources of illumination and smoke must be coordinated, as required. • Special consideration must be given to communications and net planning. • While the DS mission decentralizes the unit fires, the mission provides the force commander an important shaping tool. • GMLRS provides improved accuracy and greater range. GMLRS also reduces the dud rate to support the DS mission more effectively.

Nonstandard Mission 3-60. If the commander's concept of fires cannot be satisfied with 1 of the standard FA tactical missions, a nonstandard tactical mission may be assigned. These missions amplify, limit, or change 1 or more of the inherent responsibilities or spell out contingencies not covered by those responsibilities. A nonstandard mission may be assigned if there is not enough artillery to cover all the contingencies or if an FA battalion, FA battery, or an MLRS platoon is required to meet the responsibilities of more than 1 tactical mission. Examples of some nonstandard missions include the following: • An MLRS firing battery answers calls for fire from an aerial observer. The AFATDS can communicate digitally with an aerial observer in an OH-58D through the helicopter ATHS, or the battery FDC can also receive voice calls for fire from aerial observers. • A FIB MLRS battalion is attached to a Marine Corps or multinational Army force artillery headquarters. However, the MLRS battalion is positioned and has its fires planned by the reinforcing FIB headquarters. • An MLRS battalion is GSR to a DS cannon battalion but is positioned by, and has its fires planned by, the reinforced FA unit headquarters. • An MLRS battalion is in a GS role with a quick fire net to the BCT reconnaissance squadron.

TARGET ACQUISITION EMPLOYMENT OPTIONS CENTRALIZED CONTROL 3-61. If the force FA headquarters designates a separate counter fire headquarters, that headquarters will control the TA radars. If not, the force FA headquarters will control the radars. Centralized control of radars optimizes coverage to support the commander's concept of the operation. The S-2, assisted by the

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counter fire officer, will designate each radar’s general position area, a sector of search, and Firefinder zones. In addition, they will— • Establish cueing guidance. • Designate cueing agents. • Control movement of radars. • Designate to whom the radars pass targets.

DECENTRALIZED CONTROL 3-62. AN/TPQ-36 radars are normally assigned to the fires battalion/ DS FA cannon battalions. A quick fire net may be established from the TAB AN/TPQ-37s to an MLRS battalion.

COMBINED CONTROL 3-63. Any combination of centralized and decentralized operational control of radars may be used according to the tactical situation. Regardless of the control option used, logistical support for the radar must be considered and maintained during the radar’s tactical employment. Normally, radar sections may be attached to another field artillery unit for administrative and logistical support.

BATTALION COMMANDER 3-64. The duty location of the MLRS battalion commander at any given time is where he can best execute the battalion's mission. Tactical mission assignments influence the commander's positioning decisions. For example, if the battalion has a DS support relationship to the combat aviation brigade, the MLRS battalion commander might be at the side of the brigade commander in the aviation TOC. In a GS role, the battalion commander may position himself in the (corps/division) main FC, tactical command post FE, or the MLRS battalion TOC, depending on the tactical situation and intelligence feeds required. When the MLRS battalion has a GSR or reinforcing role, the battalion commander may be best situated at the unit supported by the reinforced FA battalion. In a situation where the mission, the battalion commander may position himself at the covering force/screening force TOC. (See table 3-4.) Table 3-4. Positioning the Battalion Commander Tactical Mission

Recommended BN CDR Location

GS GSR Reinforcing DS

MAIN FC, TAC FE, MLRS/HIMARS BN TOC MAIN FC, TAC FE, MLRS/HIMARS BN TOC, MVR BDE of reinforced FA BCT TOC of reinforced FA With supported unit commander

Legend BDE = brigade BN = battalion DS = direct support FA = field artillery FC = Fires Cell FE = Fires Element GS = general support

GSR = general support reinforcing HIMARS = high mobility artillery rocket system MLRS = multiple launch rocket system MVR = maneuver TAC = tactical TOC = tactical operations center BCT = brigade combat team

3-65. As the tactical missions and tactical situation of the battalion change during the course of a battle, so will the point on the battlefield where the battalion commander can best influence the action. Relocating on a fluid, dynamic, and noncontiguous 21st century battlefield may prove challenging as the battalion rapidly transitions from a GS role to DS and back to GS again.

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LIAISON FUNCTION OPTIONS 3-66. The liaison function is required to accommodate frequent changes in tactical mission assignment. Liaison provides the MLRS battalion commander needed flexibility to meet rapidly changing and widely separated (geographically) missions. Liaison enhances the capability to provide fires across the division/corps front. 3-67. The MLRS battalion has 2 organic liaison teams to perform the liaison function. 3-68. If the MLRS battalion and reinforced unit are digitized, and both units maintain communications and situational understanding, the actual physical presence of a liaison team at the reinforced unit may not be required. If the 2 units collocate CPs or FDCs, the liaison requirement is met and no liaison is required. If a liaison team is required at the reinforced unit, it should be equipped with a high-mobility, multipurpose wheeled vehicle (HMMWV), 2 SINCGARS radio transmitters (voice and digital FM), and an AFATDS. 3-69. If an MLRS battery is required to perform the liaison function, it may be accomplished by the following options: • Maintain situational understanding and digital communications with the reinforced unit. • Collocate the BOC with the reinforced unit. • Form an ad hoc liaison element with internal assets. 3-70. Liaison responsibilities include the following: • Pass information on the tactical situation to the reinforcing unit CP. • Establish digital and voice communications as required: • Exchange orders, situation reports, and intelligence reports. • Pass fire missions. • Establish quick fire nets as required. • Pass unit locations, ammunition status, weapon strength, target lists, and fire plans. (See FM 50.)

OPERATIONS WITH THE MARINE CORPS 3-71. This section discusses operational considerations when supporting MAGTF operations.

SIZE OF FORCE 3-72. The most appropriate force alignment is no less than an MLRS battery supporting a Marine expeditionary brigade (MEB) and an MLRS battalion supporting a Marine expeditionary force (MEF). The smallest MLRS unit to deploy in support of United States Marine Corps (USMC) operations will be a battery. However, the number of launchers in the battery may be tailored to a specific mission. Subdivision below the battery level could limit the operability, flexibility, response, and sustainability of MLRS fires. MLRS units will be selected to support USMC requirements based on METT-TC considerations. 3-73. Each deployment package must be supplemented with an additional logistical package (see PARA 3173) owing to the lack of Army support available and the likelihood that the unit would be entering an immature theater. Additionally, the MLRS battery requires liaison and staff augmentation. Elements of an MLRS battalion headquarters could effectively perform the function of interfacing with a USMC controlling headquarters on operational and logistical matters.

DEPLOYMENT 3-74. The method of deployment/entry largely depends upon METT-TC considerations corresponding to the specific contingency operation. It is a function of the size of the force, time available, availability of secure airfields and port facilities, and whether an amphibious landing is to be an uncontested or benign beach or port.

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BATTLE COMMAND 3-75. The MLRS unit should be under the command and control of the force field artillery headquarters. In the case of a MEB, this would be a Marine artillery battalion. In the case of a MAGTF of larger size, this would be the Marine artillery regimental command operations center. Although MLRS units best provide general support fires, the MAGTF commander will ultimately direct tactical mission assignment.

Communications 3-76. Army and USMC radio systems (AM and FM) are compatible. MLRS units supporting USMC units not equipped with SINCGARS will operate in a non-frequency hopping mode.

Artillery Computer Systems 3-77. There are few compatibility issues with regard to data communications.

COMSEC 3-78. Army and Marine Corps COMSEC systems are compatible. The MLRS battery, when operating separately, requires three internal communications nets and 1 for liaison. The entire MLRS battalion requires a minimum of 14 internal communications nets in order to function. The USMC is responsible for providing these communications nets in the signal operating instructions (SOI).

Target Acquisition 3-79. The USMC has both Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) and organic AN/TPQ-36 radar sections for use in both intelligence gathering and acquiring targets. UAS 3-80. The USMC currently has the Pioneer system. This unmanned aircraft (UA) will penetrate into enemy airspace out to a range of 185 kilometers to conduct reconnaissance missions. It has an endurance of 4 hours of flight time. AN/TPQ-36 Weapons Locating Radar 3-81. The AN/TPQ-36 is optimized to locate high-trajectory indirect fire weapons (such as mortars to a range of 15 kilometers), but it can also locate cannon and rocket artillery to a range of 24 kilometers. AN/TPQ-37 Weapons Locating Radar 3-82. The AN/TPQ-37 is optimized to locate low-trajectory indirect fire weapons (such as cannon artillery) to a range of 30 kilometers and rocket artillery to a range of 50 kilometers. Supplementing the force FA headquarters with multiple Army AN/TPQ-37 radar sections would significantly add to the target acquisition capability of the MAGTF.

Liaison 3-83. During joint operations, liaison is normally reciprocal. This would require the controlling USMC headquarters to provide a liaison to the MLRS unit headquarters as well.

OFFENSIVE OPERATIONS 3-84. The offense will continue to be the decisive form of combat. The main purpose of the offense remains to defeat, destroy, or neutralize the enemy force. Armed with a combination of superior long-range delivery systems, lethal "brilliant" munitions, and a comprehensive command and control system, the MLRS battalion provides the commander with the capability to interdict selected HPTs or entire target sets at depths previously accessible only to piloted aircraft, cruise missiles, or special operations forces. When synchronized with the array of other assets capable of providing fire support, including fixed and rotary

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wing aircraft and nonlethal electronic attack assets, the MLRS battalion allows the commander to shape the AO to set the conditions for decisive offensive maneuver. Once those conditions have been established, the maneuver units will attack and dominate the enemy in the close combat, using both fires and maneuver. An MLRS unit must be prepared to support the 4 basic types of offensive operations: • Movement to contact. • Attack. • Exploitation. • Pursuit. 3-85. Detailed discussions for each type of operation and the responsibilities of the FSCOORD for each of them are located in FM 6-20.

MOVEMENT TO CONTACT 3-86. Units conduct movement to contact to gain or regain contact with the enemy. Once contact is made, the commander can further develop the situation. 3-87. A movement to contact will likely be executed as a series of tactical moves by subordinate elements as a precursor to the execution of an attack. In this circumstance, a combination of preparation fires and/or programs, series, or groups of targets may be employed to protect the force and ensure its freedom of maneuver during movement to, and occupation of, forward assembly areas and attack positions. Fire support tasks include: • Plan artillery movement to facilitate tactical movement, maintain force momentum, and provide adequate immediately responsive support (for example, units "set" and ready to fire) for executing contingencies. • Destroy enemy reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition. • Anticipate/plan for hasty attack contingencies. • Plan, on order, FSCMs throughout the unit operation area • When situational understanding is less than optimum, plan "worst case" fires where enemy could significantly impact friendly operations. • Plan and execute preparation fires to ensure freedom of maneuver. • Employ smoke, as required, to screen friendly movement and/or support the deception plan. 3-88. The MLRS can provide support during both movement and follow-on operations once contact is made. With its long range and tactical mobility, MLRS is suited to augment other artillery fires to protect the force and ensure its freedom of maneuver. 3-89. The MLRS must be integrated into march columns to ensure responsive supporting fires during the initial action. By planning for delivery of immediate mass MLRS fires, the commander can help the supported unit as it seizes and retains the initiative. Fires are thus characterized by decentralized control and must be extremely responsive to compensate for the relatively small amount of maneuver power forward.

ATTACK 3-90. The purpose of the attack is to defeat, destroy, or neutralize the enemy or seize the ground it occupies. Successful attacks depend on the skillful massing of combat fires and forces, when necessary, while sustaining a tempo the enemy force cannot handle. The attack focuses on a powerful and violent assault upon the objective. The unit will likely mass all available firepower on the enemy at the beginning of the assault. This requires detailed planning, precise execution, and tremendous discipline in the fire support force at all levels. The commander's intent and time available to plan will drive the selection of available attack options—hasty attack, deliberate attack, spoiling attack, counterattack, raid, feint, demonstration, or any combination of these. Fire support tasks include— • Establish critical friendly zones over tactical assembly areas, attack positions, and command posts. • Plan and execute counter fires to ensure freedom of maneuver and protect the force.

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Mass effects of fires against HPTs to meet criteria established by the force commander to set conditions for crossing the line of departure. Synchronize artillery movement to facilitate tactical movement, maintain force momentum, and provide adequate, immediately responsive support for executing contingencies. Plan logistics support that facilitates tactical movement, maintains force momentum, and provides adequate, immediately responsive support for executing contingencies. Plan, on order, fire support coordination measures to facilitate execution of branches and sequels to the plan.

3-91. MLRS can best be used in support of attacks by delivering fires against reserve or reinforcing formations, delivering preparation fires, delivering counter fire, providing SEAD, massing against counterattacks, and reinforcing the DS artillery of attacking brigades. MLRS, if employed properly, is an excellent choice in support of raids or spoiling attacks.

EXPLOITATION AND PURSUIT 3-92. Exploitation and pursuit operations follow successful attacks. Exploitation occurs when the attacker extends the destruction of the defending force by maintaining continuous pressure. The ultimate objective is the disintegration of the enemy to the point where he has no alternative but surrender or die. Exploiting forces disrupt enemy C2, seize objectives in the enemy rear, cut lines of communication, and isolate and destroy enemy units. As the enemy's will to fight erodes and their formations begin to disintegrate, exploitation may develop into pursuit. The pursuit is an offensive operation against a retreating enemy force. The objective is the complete destruction of that force. Fire support tasks include— • Plan artillery movement to facilitate tactical movement and maintain force momentum. • Use firepower of air platforms to maximum extent possible to maintain momentum of the attack. • Task organize follow and support forces with sufficient artillery to deal with bypassed enemy forces. • Activate/continually update fire support coordination measures throughout the division operation area. • Synchronize fires with employment of dynamic obstacles in chokepoints to continue destruction of retreating enemy forces. • Continue neutralization of enemy fire support and air defense systems to facilitate ground and air maneuver. 3-93. Both exploitation and pursuits involve rapid movement forward. The 70+-kilometer range provided by the GMLRS, the 300-kilometer range of ATACMS, and the system enhancements provided by the M270A1 and M142 launcher system enable MLRS to support these operations efficiently. Because of the fluid nature of these attacks, MLRS use must adhere to positive clearance of fires procedures. 3-94. Some considerations in these types of offensive operations include positioning MLRS units close to the line of departure or FLOT, ensuring that MLRS units travel well forward with maneuver units, and planning for ammunition and ammunition resupply throughout the operation.

FIREFINDER RADARS 3-95. The primary role of target acquisition radars in the offense is to protect the friendly force by locating targets for engagement. In offensive operations, particular attention must be given to planning target acquisition to facilitate future operations. The TA planners must ensure a smooth transition from one phase of the operation to the next by providing continuous coverage of the zone of operation. The FSCOORD must specifically concern himself with coordinating the use of the terrain for the radar and recommending fire finder zones. 3-96. Because, in the offense, intelligence provides many enemy positions in advance and the friendly force is uncovered as it maneuvers, the first fire finder zone considered for use is the call-for-fire zone (CFFZ). Establishing a CFFZ will facilitate immediate counter fire to suppress enemy artillery disrupting

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the friendly scheme of maneuver. Critical friendly zones may be phased along the maneuver axis of advance and activated when entered by friendly forces. This is particularly important in those areas where friendly forces are most vulnerable (for example, river-crossing sites and areas open to easy visual observation). 3-97. Command, control, and cueing should be decentralized during offensive operations. The FA controlling headquarters should designate cueing agents that can cue the radar by calling it directly. The controlling headquarters must inform the radar section concerning who these agents are and which ones have priority. This is necessary to streamline acquisition and counter fire effort when committed maneuver forces may be particularly vulnerable to enemy indirect fire. 3-98. One additional consideration in the offense is that TA assets may move forward so far or so fast that survey may initially be unavailable in some positions. Therefore, the TA assets may have to use hasty survey techniques for control until survey is available.

DEFENSIVE OPERATIONS 3-99. The immediate purpose of defensive operations is to defeat an enemy attack. The greater intent of the defense is to force the attack to culminate, to gain the initiative for friendly forces, and to create the opportunity to shift to the offensive. The defender seeks to mass overwhelming combat power at the times and places of his choosing. It shifts that mass, as required, to support the main effort in a defensive scheme that will deny the enemy the ability to achieve its objectives. 3-100. The two primary forms of defensive operations are mobile and area defense. An effective defense consists of both active and passive components combined to deprive the enemy of the initiative. Mobile defenses orient on the destruction of the attacking force by permitting the enemy to advance into a position that exposes it to counterattack by a mobile reserve. Area defenses orient on retention of terrain by absorbing the enemy in an interlocking series of positions and destroying it largely by fires.

MOBILE DEFENSE 3-101. Mobile defense orients on the destruction of the enemy force by employing a combination of fire and maneuver, offense, defense, and delay to defeat its attack. Units strive to execute a dynamic defense, achieving a synergy from a combination of firepower and maneuver that dominate the enemy, rob it of the initiative, and negate its ability to continue offensive operations. 3-102. Maximizing the advantages conferred on the defender in owning and knowing the terrain, the unit sets the tempo of operations throughout the depth of its AO. Defending forces blind or deceive enemy critical reconnaissance elements to prevent disclosure of friendly dispositions, capabilities, and intent. The defending unit tracks the enemy throughout its attack, identifying critical enemy nodes such as C2, radars, logistics trains, and fire support systems for attack. The defender commits the minimum force possible to positional defense. 3-103. A mobile striking force is established that uses maximum combat power to strike the attacking enemy at the most vulnerable time and place—when the attacker is attempting to overcome that part of the defending force acting as the tactical anvil. At the decisive moment, the defending unit unleashes its firepower and maneuver forces to strike the attacker simultaneously throughout the depth of its forces to defeat it in detail.

AREA DEFENSE 3-104. Units conduct an area defense to deny the enemy access to designated terrain or facilities for a specified time. In an area defense, the bulk of defending forces deploy to retain ground, using a combination of defensive positions and small, mobile reserves. Commanders organize the defense around a relatively static framework provided by defensive positions, seeking to destroy enemy forces close in with interlocking direct fires and at depth with massed precision fires. Precision in selection and design of engagement areas, and control and distribution of both direct and indirect fires, are keys to a successful defense. Even while conducting an area defense, units will take the fight to the enemy and inflict levels of damage that will force it to quit the field.

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OPERATIONS IN DEPTH 3-105. Although the shaping of the AO is important to the success of all combat operations, in the defense it is an absolute requirement if the unit is to survive and win. Operations in depth prevent the enemy from gaining momentum or reinforcing success it may experience in its attack. The unit seeks to avoid the attrition nature of sequential operations through integrated, simultaneous application of combat power throughout the depth of the AO, striving to defeat an enemy rapidly with minimum friendly casualties. The unit employs specific resources to identify and track HPTs and critical combat forces and functions. When those targets, forces, and functions are located, the unit masses fires and/or forces at the right place and time to destroy them and achieve the commander’s intent. 3-106. The design and successful application of firepower in depth allows the unit to seize the initiative, retain and exercise the spirit of the offense, and set the conditions for decisive operations. Sudden strikes by both fire and maneuver from a variety of directions, synchronized with other disruptive effects on the enemy such as jamming, smoke, and deception, will unhinge or obviate an attack even before it has begun. Successful synchronization of the battle plan and achievement of optimum effects demand the detailed integration and precise timing of both the scheme of maneuver and concept of fires.

FIRE SUPPORT 3-107. Units employ firepower at extended depths to accomplish a wide range of tactical and operational tasks. Fire supporters use ATACMS munitions to attack virtually any target set at ranges of up to 300 kilometers. In combination with air interdiction, this land force firepower capability holds every enemy capability at risk throughout the depth of the AO. Conventional operations, spearheaded by the division aviation brigade in the form of joint air attack or combined arms teams, remain a significant tool for eliminating critical enemy functions (such as enemy artillery groups or ground maneuver forces). 3-108. Lethal and non lethal fires are delivered by direct and indirect fire systems, close air support (CAS), attack helicopters, and electronic means. Collectively, judicious use of the firepower resources wielded by the unit will enable it to set the conditions for dominant maneuver and successful decisive operations. The unit employs its firepower at extended depths to accomplish a wide range of operational and tactical tasks. In defensive operations, the commander normally maintains more centralized control of all artillery assets, including MLRS, to ensure they are immediately responsive to the force commander. However, MLRS units may be attached to, or under the OPCON of covering force units. The duration of the attachment or OPCON and other instructions and restrictions should be delineated in the OPORD. 3-109. MLRS units can support defensive operations with fires by providing the following: • Counter fire and SEAD fires. • Fires on enemy C2 assets and maneuver assembly areas to disrupt command, control, and attack preparations. • Engagement of enemy forces as far forward as possible. Attack of targets with MLRS DPICM strips enemy forces of light armor and infantry support and causes mobility and firepower kills to heavy armor. • Long-range missile fires on targets arrayed in depth, unassigned area targets, uncommitted forces, and other HPTs. 3-110. A Firefinder to MLRS sensor-to-shooter link through battalion to the launcher is most effective during defensive operations. This link allows rapid detection and destruction of enemy artillery and mortars as they fire in support of their maneuver advance. 3-111. The positioning of MLRS in the security area to range more deeply is appropriate and must be carefully considered and planned. Considerations include the following: • Increases security risks to MLRS units. • Complicates communications requirements with force FA headquarters. • Makes logistical support more difficult.

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3-112. Other considerations: • Availability of suitable firing positions and routes. • MLRS units should not be positioned on major avenues of approach. Enemy breakthroughs may jeopardize the unit or force it to displace prematurely.

FIREFINDER RADARS 3-113. The primary role of TA radars in the defense is to protect those units and installations the commander deems critical to a successful defense. TA planners must also consider how to execute a transition from defensive to offensive operations (such as counterattacks). Positioning, task organization, and on-order missions should facilitate the transition. 3-114. In the defense, the first consideration is to protect critical units or installations by using critical friendly zones (CFZs). The second consideration concerning the use of zones is determining areas in which to use CFFZs. Based on a thorough IPB and other target indicators, CFFZs should be used to monitor suspect areas from which friendly forces anticipate artillery fire that could jeopardize the mission. This facilitates effective counter fire to suppress or neutralize those targets. Artillery target intelligence zones (ATIZs) may be used in areas in which we are not sure about enemy artillery. They may also be used in areas that are out of range of friendly organic artillery but the force commander wishes to monitor closely. Censor zones may be placed around friendly artillery whose fires might cause Firefinder radars to acquire the artillery as hostile fire. For example, this could easily occur in the case of nonlinear operations.

SUPPRESSION OF ENEMY AIR DEFENSES 3-115. SEAD operations target all known or suspected enemy air defense sites that cannot be avoided and are capable of engaging friendly air assets. The FC/FE integrates SEAD fires into an overall fire plan that focuses fires according to the commander’s guidance. Synchronization of the SEAD fires with the maneuver plan is accomplished using procedural control (an H-hour sequence), positive control (initiating fires on each target as the lead aircraft passes a predetermined reference point or trigger), or a combination of the two. Regardless of the technique, the FSCOORD conducts detailed planning and close coordination with the appropriate combined arms staff members, the MLRS battalion S-3/FDO, and the higher HQ FC. 3-116. To support an aviation brigade attack package with SEAD, the aviation brigade FSCOORD (at division) or the corps FC— • Determines SEAD requirements to support the aviation brigade. • Provides target list to tactical and main tactical operations center FCs/FEs and the FIB fire control element. • Coordinates cross-cueing UAS with electronic intelligence (ELINT) and signals intelligence (SIGINT) assets focusing on air routes or corridors. • Coordinates delivery of fires for preplanned SEAD based on UA over flights and ELINT/SIGINT detection. • Uses MLRS battalion to attack targets located by Longbow Apache that they cannot kill themselves. Initiates sensor-to-shooter link to minimize response time. • Coordinates critical friendly zones on SEAD firers. • Employs fire support coordination measures to support aviation brigade engagement areas when required.

COUNTER FIRE 3-117. The planning and execution of the digitized counter fire fight is aggressive and proactive. The combination of the AFATDS, MLRS, and cannon weapon systems and a vast array of sensors that include the highly responsive and successful AN/TPQ-36 and AN/TPQ-37 radars enable an unprecedented level of proactive and reactive counter fire. The multitude of sensors that includes radars and UAS provides accurate, near real-time targeting information. This enhanced targeting and lethality of munitions, improved digital C2, and ability of platforms to service targets result in a successful counter fire fight.

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3-118. The AFATDS provides the next generation of automated C2 for fire support and field artillery requirements. The AFATDS is designed to achieve a synergistic effect of all available fire support weapons by broadening, modernizing, and improving the supportability and survivability of fire support C2 for the tactical forces.

Proactive Counter fire 3-119. The FIB may control proactive counter fire. Considerations for conducting proactive counter fire are as follows: • Effort typically managed by the FIB S-2. • Intelligence feeds into common ground station (CGS), cross-cueing radars/UAS are critical. • All available artillery units participate. • Coordinated fire line (CFL) positioned close to facilitate quick engagements. • Digital interface between S-2 and MLRS battalion S-2/FIB LNO is critical. • No fire area (NFA) management for SOF, long-range surveillance detachment (LRSD), reconnaissance troops, and scouts is critical. • Maximize use of AFATDS to clear fires.

Reactive Counter fire 3-120. The FIB may control the reactive counter fire cell. Considerations for conducting reactive counter fire are as follows: • CFL close to facilitate quick engagements, maintaining common sensor boundary. • Firefinder control is METT-TC dependent. • Zone manager. • Brigade CFZs and CFFZs included in plan. • Ensure that mission fired report, artillery target intelligence sent to analysis and control element (ACE) forward. • NFA management for SOF, LRSD, reconnaissance troops, and scouts is critical. • Reinforcing FIB LNO team provides interface between AFATDS operations, if required. • Clear missions short of CFL, beyond the FSCL, and across brigade boundaries with TAC CP FC/FE.

NONSTANDARD EMPLOYMENT TECHNIQUES 3-121. Force commanders can employ MLRS units in numerous ways for special missions. These missions include conducting proactive counter fire strikes against enemy indirect fire systems, attacking unassigned area targets as part of a spoiling attack (raid), and moving forward with maneuver security forces to conduct SEAD missions or attack other HPTs. There are some unique considerations for planning and executing such operations. The considerations listed below are not all inclusive, but are intended as a planning aid.

MISSION 3-122. The force commander's intent for the mission must be clearly understood. Questions for the MLRS unit commander to consider during the planning process are as follows: • What is the commander's concept for fires? • How much time is available to complete the mission and conduct the planned withdrawal? • What are the proposed firing and C2 locations? What are the routes to those locations? What are the withdrawal routes? • What is the acceptable level of risk in completing the mission (has the commander established criteria for aborting the mission)?

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What are the target descriptions? How many and what type/size are the targets? What are the acquisition sources? Are ground maneuver units available to assist in protecting both firing units and associated radars? Was the commander's intent established in the commander's criteria? Is the controlled supply rate (CSR) sufficient to accomplish current and follow-on missions? Will a secondary launcher be required? Is there a follow-on mission?

FORCE PROTECTION 3-123. MLRS units are HPTs for the enemy. On the basis of the nature of the mission, the attack location, the enemy situation, and the acceptable level of risk, force protection requirements will vary. Questions to determine the required level of force protection are as follows: • What is the threat? • If a maneuver protection force is required, what is the size and structure of the force? How can that force best protect the MLRS unit? • What is the risk of receiving counter fire? Is there a need to have acquisition assets and additional firing units for counter fire? • What is the current and projected air defense posture? Should the protection force include dedicated air defense weapon systems? 3-124. Although the need for external force protection is normally great, MLRS units must always plan for self-defense. Planning and requesting fire support, situational awareness, appropriate positioning, and movement all contribute to self-defense. When necessary, digging-in should also be considered. The key to acquiring external force protection is to work with the force commander to reach an agreement acceptable to all. Depending on the situation, a company team size force, including air and missile defense (AMD), should be requested for the MLRS battalion. Procedures for using such a package should be included in all battalion and battery TSOPs. A combination of roving patrols throughout the position area and reaction forces may be appropriate.

COORDINATION 3-125. Coordination is essential during any operation, particularly for raids and other special missions. The following questions can be asked to determine coordination requirements: • Is there a need for, and have we established, liaison with the supported and supporting forces (force maneuver TOC, security force HQ)? • Have the routes been cleared with the appropriate headquarters? • Are there adequate communications assets and nets? What frequencies? • If the attack force must pass through the FLOT of another unit, then a passage of lines will be necessary. Has coordination for passage of lines (if required) been conducted during the planning phase?

LOGISTICS 3-126. The size of the force during special missions should be minimized. This allows the unit to accomplish objectives and continue with the follow-on mission quickly. Units should include only minimum essential logistics support as well. Consider the following logistics questions: • How much and what type of ammunition is required? • Should a MST accompany the force? If so, what should go? • How much fuel is required? Will refueling be required to complete the mission? • Will launchers require reloading? If so, how often and where will reloading be conducted?

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COMMAND AND CONTROL 3-127. The composition and distribution of the supported force, the MLRS unit inherent responsibilities to the force field artillery headquarters, and the mission and organization of the MLRS unit will determine the command and control requirements. Consider the following questions to determine command and control requirements: • How many C2 nodes does the mission require? Will the unit operations center be sufficient? Will it require augmentation? • If a maneuver protection force is required, how is it controlled? Will it provide a liaison to the MLRS unit C2 element? • Will the MLRS unit be linked directly to the corps or division FC using a “quick-fire” net/channel? • Will a primary and alternate launcher be assigned? • What acquisition assets are available for counter fire (for example, AN/TPQ-36 and AN/TPQ37)? • Are electronic warfare (EW) assets (jammers) going to be committed to the effort to mask the electronic signature?

RAID 3-128. A raid is an operation, usually small scale, involving a swift penetration of hostile territory to secure information, confuse the enemy, or to destroy installations. It ends with a planned withdrawal upon completion of the assigned mission (FM 1-02). Artillery raids use artillery fires as the primary target attack mechanism. Raid missions support mission objectives by sending firing elements forward to engage enemy HPTs that are currently beyond the maximum range of the MLRS weapon system. 3-129. As with any military operation, all leaders must consider METT-TC when planning and executing MLRS raids. Additionally, the controlling headquarters should make a risk assessment to determine the value of the raid, assuming it is a success, versus the risk to such an important fire support asset.

Unit Selection 3-130. The battalion TOC typically receives the raid mission from higher headquarters. If the firing element is not specified, the battalion commander determines which unit/firing element will conduct the raid mission on the basis of— • Weapon system availability (desired effects on target). • Ammunition availability (number and type of rounds). • Location of firing element (proximity to firing points). • Tactical situation. • Other mission requirements. • Fire plan(s). • Are C-130 or C-17 aircraft available for insertion of the launchers? If so M142 launchers should be selected

Behind FLOT Briefing 3-131. Some raids are conducted behind the FLOT and, therefore, require only minimal external assistance. For example, a maneuver security force may not be necessary. For missions such as these, the battalion commander or S-3 includes the following when briefing the raid mission-firing element: • Situation. Friendly, enemy, attachments, and detachments. • Mission. Who, what, when, where, and why to include the size of the element to conduct raid, method of control, and target and firing point (FP) grids. • Execution:

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Route to OPAREA. Start point (SP)/CP/release point (RP) locations. Firing point OPAREA. Rally point after mission. Target grids. Firing window or TOT. Number/type rounds per target. Number of launchers authorized. Call signs and frequencies. FSCMs. Abort authority. Abort code word. Emergency destruction criteria. Fire support assets available.

Cross-FLOT Briefing 3-132. If the raid will be conducted cross-FLOT, the commander of the maneuver security force (force protection package) should be present during the mission briefing. In addition to those items listed above, a cross-FLOT briefing should include: • Link-up point with maneuver element guides. • Force protection (air and missile defense [AMD], EW, FS assets, and security). • Passage lane/passage point. • Procedures/signals for passage of lines. • Maneuver call signs and frequencies. • Force commander name and rank. • Service support: • Maintenance support/contact team requirements. • Survey support available. • Reload requirements. • Amount of ammunition to be brought forward. • Refuel support. • Command and signal: • RETRANS location and frequency. • Command and control (FDC vehicle, OE-254).

Execution 3-133. Consider the following for execution of the raid: • Firing units will carry forward only the number of vehicles necessary to accomplish the mission as designated by battalion. (Depending on the importance of the target, a primary and alternate launcher will be assigned and laid on the target in case of technical/mechanical difficulties.) Launchers will move forward with the mission in the buffer and a hard copy of the mission in case manual fire mission processing is required. • Firing unit(s) will arrive at the link-up point. • The officer in charge (OIC)/non commissioned officer in charge (NCOIC) of the raid party will brief the maneuver unit commander or representative at link-up point or via FM communications, as directed.

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Once the briefing is conducted, the leader of the raid unit or a maneuver escort will bring the firing elements to the link-up points. Security force will move forward and clear the route to the FP. If possible, report link-up, movement/checkpoints, and position to the battalion TOC or the BOC. If necessary, a vehicle will be brought forward with the raid element to act as a relay between the raid element and the controlling raid headquarters. Communications will be maintained between the supported unit headquarters, the battalion TOC, and the raid OIC. The raid OIC must be prepared to accept target updates prior to the designated time. Once the maneuver security force has cleared the route and OPAREA, the firing element will be called forward to the firing points. The mission(s) are fired. Firing elements will then withdraw to a previously designated rally point. If a follow-on mission is required, the launcher(s) will proceed to a predetermined ammunition reload site(s), reload, and fire the follow-on mission(s). When rounds are complete, the firing element will withdraw to the rally point. Battalion will provide abort criteria.

3-134. The checklists in appendix M may help in preparing for a raid.

TARGET ACQUISITION AND SENSOR SYSTEM INTERFACE 3-135. The MLRS C2 system interfaces directly with most digital communications systems; therefore, it is easily linked to any TA or sensor systems equipped with digital communications. This linkage allows faster response for attack of detected targets. Five of the most likely sources of target information are the Firefinder radar, the OH-58D helicopter, the UAS, and the JSTARS or Guardrail SIGINT systems.

FIREFINDER RADAR 3-136. The MLRS AFATDS at all levels can interface directly with the Firefinder. This link gives the force FA commander an extremely fast, responsive, and effective counter fire capability. MLRS-Firefinder operations can orient on the force commander's battlefield priorities while still providing counter fire to the force as a whole. Use of zone management and common sensor boundaries, based on specific commander's guidance, is essential for providing targeting zone and report criteria for the radar section and engagement and effects criteria for the MLRS unit. (See FM 3-09.12 for more detailed information.)

SENSOR-TO-SHOOTER OPERATIONS 3-137. The introduction of the complete suite of MLRS and ATACMS munitions provides the MLRS battalion (those equipped with the M270A1 or M142 launchers) with the capability to deliver lethal fires out to 300 kilometers. When combined with the suite of JSTARS and UAS sensors, the aviation brigade and the Firefinder radar, the battalion offers a dynamic tool in its conduct of near real-time sensor-toshooter operations. 3-138. The fleeting nature of some enemy systems requires sensor-to-shooter links. The information links must be established between sensors and shooters to enable the timely execution of missions, especially time-critical missions. 3-139. Planners for MLRS battalion sensor-to-shooter operations should consider total system capabilities and errors associated with finding, processing, and attacking the target with MLRS munitions. Such considerations include— • Target type and vulnerability. • Target location error. • Target posture. • Target dwell time. • Attack system responsiveness.

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3-140. Sensor-to-shooter engagements should be integrated with other combat activities. The decision to conduct dedicated sensor-to-shooter operations with MLRS battalion assets should be weighed against requirements for support of the force as a whole. Once the decision is made to incorporate MLRS assets into sensor-to-shooter operations, planners have 4 options ranging from centralized to decentralized control and execution. See FM 6-20-40 and FM 6-20-50 for a detailed discussion of sensor-to-shooter operations. • Option 1. The sensor provides input directly to a launcher. (This is not possible with the M270; FCS can only communicate with the AFATDS.) The launcher receives what is, in effect, a fire order from an agency/device designed to input spot reports and/or requests for fire. • Option 2. The sensor bypasses normal reporting channels and communicates with a C2 organization, such as the MLRS BOC, to which it would not send data under normal circumstances. • Option 3. The sensor enters the fire support system at an echelon higher than in option 2, such as the FIB TOC. • Option 4. The sensor bypasses normal reporting channels and communicates with a C2 organization to which it would not send data under normal circumstances. The information enters the fire support system at the echelon tasked to provide the quick-fire channel, such as the battalion TOC.

Firefinder Sensor-to-Shooter Operations 3-141. Limitations. Direct Firefinder-MLRS interface places the following limitations on Firefinder and MLRS usage: • The Fire finder’s minimal ability to discriminate between mortars and artillery prevents full use of the commander's engagement criteria. • Firefinder digital non-secure communications are highly susceptible to EW. • The direct link of Firefinder and MLRS prevents complete target analysis for artillery intelligence evaluation and counter fire assignment. • Firefinder can generate more targets than 1 MLRS battery can handle with its 6 launchers. Even a moderate, but constant, stream of Firefinder targets will place an enormous strain on the MLRS resupply system. • Firefinder can generate more target information than the MLRS battalion TOC can process. To be responsive and engage legitimate targets, the TOC must be augmented with targeting personnel. 3-142. The best situations for optimum use of direct Firefinder interface are— • Reduction of time from acquisition to firing is paramount (fleeting targets). • Enough MLRS assets are available to handle the high volume of counter fire targets generated and/or enough ammunition is available to support the fire mission load. • Enough additional MLRS and other FA assets are available to engage all targets generated by other sources. • Enemy EW capability is low. • The force FA commander determines that only MLRS is necessary in the engagement of counter fire targets. • Counter fire is determined to be the most critical requirement.

OH-58D(I) Helicopter Kiowa Warrior 3-143. The OH-58D(I) Kiowa Warrior fills the armed reconnaissance role for attack helicopter and air cavalry units. The OH-58D performs reconnaissance, security, C2, target acquisition/designation, and

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defensive air combat missions. The Kiowa Warrior adds armed reconnaissance, light attack, and multipurpose light helicopter capabilities to the basic OH-58D. 3-144. A highly accurate navigation system permits precise target location that can be handed off to other engagement systems via the ATHS. The laser designator can provide autonomous designation for the laser Hellfire or remote designation for other laser-guided precision munitions. 3-145. The AFATDS at platoon, battery, or battalion can communicate digitally with observers in an OH58D through the helicopter's ATHS. This link gives near real-time target acquisition.

UAS 3-146. The Army and Marine Corps currently use a variety of unmanned aircraft systems. There is no organic data communications interface between these UAs (and their C2 system) and the MLRS unit AFATDS. However, data communications can be established if the UAS company is supplemented with the Marine digital message system (AN/PSC-2A) or augmented with 1 of the 2 liaison sections from the corps MLRS battalion headquarters with their organic AFATDS.

COMMON GROUND STATION (CGS) 3-147. MLRS battalions may be provided with a CGS to reduce sensor-to-shooter times during decentralized execution of delivery. The CGS receives target information directly from the JSTARS airborne platform, UA, and broadcast nets. These systems provide near real-time information on target location, description, speed, and direction of travel. 3-148. The CGS is a highly mobile self-supporting system. Its primary mission is targeting, battle management, surveillance, and data processing. The CGS provides the link with MLRS, which gives the corps and division commanders immediate responsive attack capability against unassigned area targets, located by the E-8C radar system, UA, and broadcast intelligence. 3-149. Targeting information received at the CGS is unfiltered raw data. Targeting or intelligence analysts have not processed it for deception and target importance. Extensive commander's guidance is necessary for the battalion to engage HPTs effectively using data from the CGS. For a more detailed discussion, refer to appendix J.

CIVIL SUPPORT 3-150. MLRS Units may be given a mission of Civil Support Operations in the U.S. See FM 3-28.1 Multi-Service Tactics, techniques, and Procedures for Civil Support (CS) Operations for this non-standard mission.

STABILITY OPERATION 3-151. Stability operations will not always be peaceful actions. Determined opponents may resort to fighting or other aggressive acts in an attempt to defeat our purposes and promote theirs. 3-152. The stability operations environment is complex and requires disciplined, versatile Army forces to respond to different situations, including transitioning rapidly from stability operations to wartime operations.

ROLES OF MLRS UNIT 3-153. The primary function for MLRS in stability operations is in the resolution of conflict phase. MLRS units may also participate in a noncombat support role as a show of force/resolve or in a direct action role by attacking HPTs.

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NONCOMBAT ROLES 3-154. In a noncombat support role, the MLRS unit may use its organic communication capability to support the supported commander’s command and control structure. The unit's resupply vehicles offer unique logistical support capabilities. 3-155. As a show of force/resolve, the presence of the MLRS system in support of peace enforcement or peacekeeping missions demonstrates the nation's commitment to the mission.

COMBAT ROLES 3-156. Supporting peacekeeping or peace enforcement operations in a direct action role, the MLRS system can engage HPTs at extended range. When working with the Firefinder radar system, MLRS can effectively neutralize mortar and artillery firing positions in accordance with rules of engagement (ROE) established by the joint task force. 3-157. The Army conducts attacks and raids to create situations that permit seizing and maintaining political and military initiative. Normally, the United States executes attacks and raids to achieve specific objectives other than gaining or holding terrain. Attacks by conventional ground, air, or special operations forces, acting independently or in concert, are used to damage or destroy high value targets (HVTs) or to demonstrate U.S. capability and resolve to achieve a favorable result. The following are tactics, techniques, and procedures specific to stability operations.

Minimize Movement 3-158. During stability operations, the greatest threat to the force will usually be from small groups and terrorists conducting raids and ambushes. Occupation of a defensible firing position affords the MLRS unit greater survivability than does standard MLRS tactics of hide, shoot, and move.

Collocate with Other Units 3-159. Occupying positions in conjunction with other task force units provides the MLRS unit with an increased degree of protection against enemy small unit attacks. Coordination is the key to success.

Harden Positions 3-160. Using engineer assets to harden the MLRS position will improve survivability. Weather and terrain will dictate whether the unit builds berms or digs in. In either case, the key to success is prior planning and coordination with the supporting engineer unit.

Direct Link with Firefinder Radar 3-161. When supporting the task force with countermortar/counterbattery fires, a direct link may be established between the MLRS unit and the Firefinder radar to improve reaction time. A positive method of clearing fires must be established and enforced.

Command and Control 3-162. Command and control is another major concern during support and sustainment operations; friendly forces must engage only hostile forces. Killing noncombatants can turn survivors into enemies instead of neutrals or friends. Tight control, based on ROE, is the norm. MLRS responsiveness is often degraded because a time lag is inevitable after a provocation while a determination is made if the ROE warrant a fire mission. The ROE must clearly specify when the use of fire support is appropriate and justified. Clearance of fires is infinitely more complicated when operating in urban areas.

Precision Guided-Munitions 3-163. The MLRS can deliver fires that employ guided munitions such as GMLRS or ATACMS. Unguided munitions are suitable for area fires but may not be the best choice to attack a point target. For

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example, the MLRS unguided M26 rocket may not be the best weapon to attack mortars. In certain circumstances, the collateral damage of MLRS may be too great. Dud submunitions present an additional concern about using MLRS in this situation. Dud DPICM and APAM bomblets are a threat to personnel, whether Soldiers or civilians. The low collateral damage from the M31 Guided MLRS Unitary makes it an excellent munitions’ for urban environments.

Operations/Firebase 3-164. MLRS platoons may choose to occupy some type of operations base or firebase, just as most other units do in support and sustainment operations. Depending on the situation, platoons may share operating firebases with other units or occupy one by themselves. Another major consideration for unit leaders in deciding the type and location of operating base to establish is the positioning of firing points. Firing points may be inside or outside the firebase. (When selecting firing points inside the firebase, the commander must consider launcher danger areas when firing.) Consider the following when determining whether to occupy an operating base with another unit: • Location. As in every situation, the potential locations of targets should determine where the platoons should emplace. Therefore, the required location of the launchers may impact the decision to collocate or not (for example, are other units in the immediate vicinity of where the platoons are required to position?). • Coordination. Alarms, warnings, and protective positions must be coordinated with all parties on the base, especially when launchers are intended to fire from inside the base, and engineer support to adequately protect soldiers and equipment is not available. Firing points outside the operating base make coordination of these activities with another unit easier. • Defense. A base established by a larger unit provides a platoon greater defensive strength and logistical support. However, an operating base with a large number of units faces a tremendous challenge in maintaining a viable perimeter as individual units leave and reenter the perimeter for patrolling, resupply, or other duties. However, if a platoon occupies an operating firebase by itself, it has little self-defensive capability. 3-165. If the unit decides to collocate with others, it may consider occupying bases established by a maneuver battalion, a brigade headquarters and headquarters company (HHC), or the brigade support area, predominantly consisting of a forward support battalion. Table 3-5 summarizes the advantages and disadvantages of each position option. Table 3- 5. Comparison of MLRS Operating Base Techniques Type of Base

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Good perimeter defense. Consolidated life and equipment support possible. Deepest fires. Better perimeter defense than an MLRS platoon alone. Consolidated life and equipment support possible. Ease of command and control. Better perimeter defense than MLRS platoon alone. Ease of logistical support.

Difficulty adjusting the perimeter when units leave. Firing points outside a protected area.

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Advantages

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MLRS Platoon/ Battery

Firing points in a protected area. No perimeter adjustments required. Less coordination with adjacent units in the same operating base.

Limited perimeter defense. Longer travel time/distance to additional logistical support.

Firing Points Inside 3-166. When determining whether to locate firing points inside or outside the operating firebase, consider— • Firing from inside the perimeter provides the best security for the launchers, especially when engineer support is available. Figure 3-1 portrays a platoon-operating base with internal firing points. • Burms protect vehicles, equipment, ammunition, and launchers not on firing points. • Launchers can be in single or consolidated hide positions. 3-167. Fighting positions protect the perimeter. Burms inside the perimeter act as backstops for the back blast. The three burms forming a "Y" in figure 3-1 facilitate 6,400-mil firing. The "Y" has three firing points, 1 in each corner. The launcher occupies the firing point that best allows target attack.

Figure 3-1. Example: MLRS Platoon Operating Base with Internal Firing Points 3-168. Just as in other OPAREAs, the launcher remains in a hide position (burmed for protection) until it receives a fire mission. It then occupies a firing point (burmed to deflect back blast) long enough to fire. After the fire mission, the launcher moves to a hide position.

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Note: The “stay hot, shoot fast” technique discussed in chapter 6 may also be applicable in support and sustainment operations when platoons are using operating bases (such as the one described above) and extremely responsive fires are required for fleeting targets. 3-169. Firing from inside an operating firebase requires engineer support to ensure that the flame and smoke and the flying dirt, rocks, and blast panels do not injure people or damage equipment. Even with the firing point burms, for individual safety, soldiers inside the base must occupy launchers or fighting positions during fire missions. A warning device or signal to alert soldiers of a fire mission is a must. Soldiers within 50 meters of the launcher should mask, even if in a protected position, for protection from smoke inhalation. Firing Points Outside 3-170. This option for firing points eliminates the impact of rocket back blasts inside the operating base. However, security of the launcher becomes a major issue. A launcher cannot defend itself. It has no defensive armament, and the three-man crew is fully employed operating the system. Additional personnel (such as military police [MP], infantrymen in personnel carriers, or an ad hoc group of MLRS personnel riding in other vehicles) must accompany a launcher if it is to have any protection. Just as in an operating base, these security elements must protect themselves from rocket back blasts. Positioning to the side of the launcher outside the danger area is the easiest solution. 3-171. The BOC, POC, and fire mission requester must remember that the response time for a fire mission also increases if the firing point is outside the operating base. The travel time to the firing point makes successfully engaging a fleeting target less likely. The controlling BOC or POC must determine the travel times and ensure that its higher HQ understands this additional factor. 3-172. Care is also necessary to ensure that such a fire mission does not become an ambush opportunity for the threat. If a pattern develops for provocations resulting in MLRS firings, and the firing points are marked so an enemy can predict a route, an enemy could easily set a trap. It does not take a great deal of enemy firepower to destroy a HMMWV and a launcher.

SUSTAINMENT OPERATIONS WITH THE MARINE CORPS 3-173. There are some fundamental differences between the Services in their approach to logistics. The MEF has a force service support group (FSSG) of 8 battalions that are task organized based on their missions. The MEF normally conducts operations within 50 miles of its support base, which is generally established around a major seaport or airhead. The FSSG is resourced to support all classes of supply and deploys within 60 days of sustainability. The FSSG supports the ground combat element (GCE) via a smaller mobile sustainment, sustainment operations, or support element that provides direct support and remains close to the GCE.

RESPONSIBILITIES ARMY 3-174. Corps MLRS battalions are supplemented with attached MSTs for intermediate DS (third echelon) vehicle, fire control, and communications maintenance. 3-175. MLRS units normally deploy with a 15-day package of supplies. They receive a supplemental PLL/ASL stockage that equates to the support package of the Marine air ground task force (MAGTF) prior to, or during, deployment. 3-176. MLRS units have organic ammunition resupply vehicles. They retain responsibility for ammunition resupply from the supporting CSSE forward to the firing units. Excessive distances (80+ kilometers) between the firing units and the CSSE adversely impact on operations by reducing the resupply rate. This ultimately results in a logistically driven reduction in the rate at which an MLRS unit can engage targets.

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Marine Corps 3-177. The USMC provides classes of supply I, II, III, IV, VI, VII (common only), and VIII. Additionally, they requisition and position MLRS ammunition (both rockets and missiles) at the FSSG, and provide all small arms Class V at the forward ASP. Similarly, the MAGTF processes Class IX requests from the MLRS unit and its attached MSTs for replenishment of PLL/ASL. The MAGTF provides overflow DS maintenance, some GS maintenance support, and responsibilities for retrograde of all depot level repairable to the appropriate depot level agency (see figure 7-4). 3-178. The supply system is a Department of Defense (DOD) system and should not have a significant impact. The challenge is the incompatibility of the Army unit level logistics system (ULLS) and the USMC asset tracking for logistics and supply system (ATLASS). There will be a need for Army MLRS units to manually enter PLL/ASL replenishment part requisition statuses into the ULLS, based on manual feedback from the supporting force support element (FSE). Similarly, Army MLRS units will need to submit manual requisitions using USMC forms to the supporting FSE so they can enter the requisition into ATLASS. An MLRS logistics liaison at the FSSE can facilitate the process.

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MLRS Unit Operations This chapter addresses MLRS unit operations. This includes organization of the battalion staff for tactical operations as well as firing battery operations. Instructions covering features of combat operations, which lend themselves to definite or standardized procedures without loss of effectiveness, should be covered by TSOP. A guide and checklist for preparing an MLRS battalion TSOP is at appendix C.

SECTION I – BATTALION OPERATIONS

BATTALION COMMAND POST AND OPERATIONS CENTER 4-1. The MLRS battalion staff is organized for tactical operations by establishing the battalion CP and the ALOC. The battalion CP provides command and control for the battalion elements.

CONFIGURATION OPTIONS 4-2. The MLRS is an extremely unique and flexible system. Therefore, the MLRS battalion commander must consider several options when organizing the staff and command post(s) for tactical operations. In addition to the factors of METT-TC, the commander must consider survivability, dispersion, support requirements, past experience, and TSOPs. The commander can devise almost any option to accomplish the unit mission.

Option 1—Dual CPs 4-3. The HHB is divided into a battalion CP and a battalion trains. At the battalion CP, the operations, intelligence, and fire direction sections act as the TOC and provide C2 for the battalion elements and the primary communication link to the controlling force field artillery (FA) headquarters. Signal personnel may stay with the TOC. The TOC also monitors and, if necessary, coordinates for logistical support for the forward elements of the battalion. 4-4. At the battalion trains, the ALOC coordinates and controls support operations. The battalion XO supervises the ALOC. The HHB HQ, trains, and the ALOC are all located in 1 area. The ALOC can be subdivided, if necessary, into the unit maintenance collection point (UMCP) and the BSOC. The UMCP can be located 1 to 2 kilometers from the ALOC to diminish and isolate the noise and light discipline problems associated with extensive maintenance operations. The BSOC may be located in a supported maneuver BSA, the FIB BSA, or other convenient location. The BSOC is predominately made up of S-1 personnel, with a small contingent from the S-4. This configuration provides liaison for optimum logistics and replacement personnel support with the supported unit. See chapter 7 for more on logistical support information. 4-5. This type of organization emphasizes a reduced signature of the battalion HQ and increased responsiveness of the battalion sustainment operations. The POL resupply, maintenance, medical treatment, ammunition resupply, and other support operations are handled by the ALOC and/or trains personnel. Signal personnel may stay with the TOC.

Option 2—Consolidated CPs 4-6. The entire HHB, both TOC and ALOC with trains, is located in 1 position area. This option derives the greatest measure of local defense from organic elements and simplifies TOC and ALOC coordination,

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operations, and procedures. However, if battalion ammunition resupply operations and maintenance operations are centralized at battalion level, the size and operational signature of the combined TOC, ALOC, and trains may facilitate the enemy locating, targeting, and attacking the CP. It can also create logistics and communications problems with support areas in the contiguous area as the unit moves forward and the lines of communication are stretched.

Option 3—Mixed CPs 4-7. The HHB is split into a battalion CP and a battalion trains as with option 1. The commander moves some of the trains support elements to the battalion CP location and places them under the control of the TOC. He leaves the rest under the control of the ALOC to operate from the trains area. The primary objective is to move critical support as far forward as possible, within operational and/or situational constraints, and to provide greater security for the battalion CP.

BATTALION TACTICAL OPERATIONS CENTER 4-8. Within the battalion CP, the operations, fire direction, and intelligence sections make up the TOC. The TOC must also coordinate battalion survey requirements and establish liaison as required by the mission. The battalion CP is positioned on the battlefield to facilitate communications between higher headquarters elements, subordinate units, and adjacent unit CPs. An MLRS battalion TOC is configured with three command and control vehicle (C2V) platforms (operations, FDC, and intelligence). Radio and AFATDS quantities per section are illustrated in figure 4-1.

Figure 4-1. TOC Radio and AFATDS Quantities

OPERATIONS RESPONSIBILITIES 4-9. Operations responsibilities include the following: • Issue plans and orders. • Coordinate survey operations.

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Establish liaison, as required. Plan and coordinate all unit movements. Coordinate positioning with controlling FA headquarters or maneuver FC. Record all significant events on DA Form 1594 (Duty Officer’s Log). Maintain operational overlays. Maintain a situation map. Monitor and project ammunition status and/or requirements. Establish communications on appropriate nets.. Exercise staff supervision of unit CBRN operations. Ensure operations security (OPSEC).

INTELLIGENCE RESPONSIBILITIES 4-10. Intelligence responsibilities include the following: • Enemy situation awareness. • Terrain analysis. • Intelligence information processing and coordination. • Weather updates. • Management of target-related information. • Map control. • Physical security. • Counter fire targeting.

SURVEY RESPONSIBILITIES 4-11. The chief of party is the primary advisor for survey operations within the battalion. He is primarily concerned with providing survey control to the firing batteries, while also attempting to satisfy the needs of target acquisition assets, the supported maneuver unit, and other combat support units in the area. Specific duties include— • Coordinate and supervise battalion survey operations. • Develop the survey plan with guidance from the S-3. • Coordinate directly with battery commanders concerning survey requirements. • Perform general reconnaissance and observation as required by the S-3. Note: The survey PADS teams must also assist the S-3 and S-2 in acquiring combat information as they perform their normal mission. They are particularly useful in gathering information about the terrain.

LIAISON RESPONSIBILITIES 4-12. One of the 7 inherent responsibilities of an artillery battalion assigned a reinforcing or a GSR tactical mission is to provide liaison to the unit being reinforced. MLRS fires battalions 2 liaison teams as described in chapter 1. 4-13. Liaison is the contact or intercommunication maintained between elements to ensure mutual understanding and unity of purpose and action. It is the most commonly employed technique for establishing and maintaining close, continuous physical communication between units. 4-14. Liaison activities augment the commander's ability to synchronize and focus combat power. Liaison activities include establishing and maintaining physical contact and communications. Liaison activities ensure the following:

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Mutual cooperation and understanding between commanders and staffs. Coordination on tactical matters to achieve mutual purpose, support, and action. Exact and precise understanding of implied or inferred coordination measures to achieve synchronized results.

4-15. Overall, liaison becomes another tool to help commanders overcome friction, gain assurance that supporting and supported commanders understand implicit coordination, and achieve synchronized results. Effective liaison enhances the commander's confidence in planning and mission execution. 4-16. Supporting FA commanders may have insufficient liaison teams to meet all requirements. In such cases, they must prioritize and provide liaison teams for the most critical requirements. To meet requirements beyond organic capabilities, commanders have several options, to include forming teams “out of hide.” However, the number of vehicles, radios, and digital communication devices available limits this option. As long as the functional requirements are met to the satisfaction of the commanders involved, exchange of liaison officers (LNOs) is not absolutely required. If the 2 units choose to collocate CPs or FDCs, the liaison requirement has been met and no liaison officer is required. If both units are automated and digital communications are adequate, a liaison officer may not be necessary. If no means are available to establish full-time liaison, periodic coordination between units may have to suffice. 4-17. When an MLRS battalion is assigned a GS or GSR support relationship or a GS or GSR tactical mission, it can be positioned in a BCT’s area of operations (AO). The MLRS battalion commander may consider sending 1 of his liaison teams to the brigade combat team (BCT) FC. This team can help the battalion commander track the maneuver situation and keep the force commander informed of the location and status of a sizable friendly force in his area but not under his control. When supporting a MAGTF, the Marine controlling FA headquarters will provide reciprocal liaison to the MLRS unit. 4-18. Because the liaison officer/sergeant represents the commander, the liaison officer/sergeant must be able to— • Understand how the commander thinks. • Interpret the commander's messages. • Convey the commander's vision, mission, and concept of operations and guidance. • Represent the commander's position. 4-19. The liaison officer's professional capabilities and personal characteristics must encourage confidence and cooperation with the commander and staff of the receiving unit. The liaison officer must— • Be thoroughly knowledgeable of the unit mission and its tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTP); organization; capabilities; and communications equipment. • Be familiar with the doctrine and staff procedures of the receiving unit headquarters. • Be familiar with the requirements for, and the purpose of, liaison; the liaison system and its corresponding reports, reporting documents, and records; and the training of the liaison team. • Observe the established channels of command and staff functions. 4-20. Artillery CPs that dispatch liaison teams are called sending units. Gaining units are called receiving units.

Sending Units 4-21. Sending units are responsible for ensuring that liaison personnel are competent, thoroughly trained, and— • Remain up to date on current and future operations, are thoroughly briefed, and understand what information to pass to the receiving unit. • Remain current with sending unit operations. • Have the appropriate credentials for authenticating the liaison team to the receiving unit commander. This is especially critical if the team is provided to an allied force. • Have appropriate security clearances and courier orders.

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Have reliable transportation, communications, automation, and COMSEC equipment with appropriate codes. The sending unit must plan to replace equipment and COMSEC material, if necessary. Provide TSOPs to receiving units that outline liaison team missions, functions, procedures, and duties. Inform the receiving unit of the contents of reports sent to the sending unit. Have weapons and ammunition for personal protection. Arrive at the receiving unit at the appointed place and time.

Receiving Units 4-22. The receiving unit is responsible for— • Notifying the sending unit of the time, place, and point of contact for the liaison team. • Briefing the arriving liaison team on the status of current operations. • Providing the sending unit operational details, including movement and logistic information, that impact on sending unit operations. • Ensuring that liaison teams have access to the commander and key staff officers and have the ability to communicate information critical to the sending unit. • Providing communications and COMSEC equipment when the liaison team operates in the receiving unit radio nets and telephone system. • Providing the following administrative support: „ A copy of the receiving unit TSOP. „ Workspace, electrical power for automation equipment, and maintenance support, to include fuels and lubricants. „ Life support facilities, rations, maps, small arms ammunition, and Class II and Class IV supplies. „ Medical support and physical security.

Liaison Duties During the Tour 4-23. During the liaison tour, the liaison officer or team— • • • • • • • • • •

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Arrives at the designated location at the designated time. Promotes cooperation between the sending headquarters and the receiving headquarters. Accomplishes its mission without becoming actively involved with the receiving unit staff procedures or actions. Is proactive in obtaining information. Facilitates comprehension of the sending unit commander's intent. Helps the sending unit commander assess current and future operations. Remains informed of the unit current situation and makes that information available to the receiving unit commander and staff. Expeditiously informs the sending unit of upcoming missions, tasks, and orders of the receiving unit. Passes information on the tactical situation to the sending battalion CP. Ensures that both units establish radio nets for— „ Exchanging orders, situation reports, and intelligence reports. „ Passing fire missions. „ Quick-fire nets, as required. „ Passes unit locations, ammunition status, weapon strength, target lists, and fire plans between the 2 units. Informs the receiving unit commander of the content of the reports it transmits to the sending unit.

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Keeps a record of reports, listing everyone met (including the person's name, rank, duty position, and contact information) as well as primary operators and their contact information. Attempts to resolve issues proactively. Notifies the sending unit promptly if unable to accomplish the liaison mission. Reports departure to the receiving unit commander after mission complete. (See appendix D.)

AUTOMATED SYSTEMS BATTALION 4-24. The MLRS battalion automated command and control systems consist of the fire control system (FCS) at the launcher and the AFATDS at platoon, battery, and battalion. 4-25. The FCS provides a link between the crew, launcher external digital traffic, and the launcher components. The FCS monitors, coordinates, and controls all electronic devices used by the launcher during the launch cycle. The FCS computes fire data for fire missions and communicates digitally with the AFATDS. 4-26. The AFATDS performs tactical fire direction processing at platoon, battery, and battalion level. The AFTADS receives, processes, and transmits fire unit, ammunition, and target data. It maintains databases that include fire units, munitions, and tactical fire plans. 4-27. AFATDS is the fire support C2 system within the ABCS. It provides decision aids and an information system for the control, coordination, and synchronization of all types of FS means. It acts as the force field artillery C2 system. 4-28. AFATDS is located at FA command posts from platoon to FIB to echelons above division. It is employed in varying configurations at different operational facilities. AFATDS is interconnected by the ACUS, the ADDS, or CNR communications. AFATDS operates with other services using the variable message format (VMF), joint tactical data link or, to a lesser degree, the USMTF messages. The system also complies with standardized message formats derived from North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Standardization Agreement (STANAG) 5620 and bilateral agreements with the United Kingdom, Germany, and other nations, as applicable.

COMMANDER’S GUIDANCE 4-29. The key to exploiting AFATDS capabilities is integrating the commander’s fire support guidance into the AFATDS database. Targeting guidance tells AFATDS which targets to process or deny. AFATDS automatically filters and screens mission requests and recommends denying those missions that do not meet the established commander’s guidance. It prioritizes multiple missions to ensure that the most important missions are processed first. It also checks incoming fire missions against fire support coordinating measures and unit zones of responsibility. If violations occur, AFATDS notifies the operator and electronically requests clearance from the unit that established the control measure. AFATDS then determines how to attack the target, applying guidance by system preference (FA preference, FA attack methods, mortar, naval gunfire, or air attack). 4-30. The system preference table allows the operator to tell AFATDS the weapon the commander deems most appropriate for each target type. The weapon systems are ranked from 1 to 4 in priority for consideration.

AFATDS FILTERING FUNCTION 4-31. Filters tell AFATDS which targets not to attack. One filter is target decay time; this defines how long, after a target type is acquired, it is still suitable for engagement. This filter highlights for the commander those targets with short dwell times and prevents firing on targets that may have moved. Other filters include—

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Target duplication filter. This filter allows fire supporters to specify the distance (in meters) that separates targets or similar targets to determine if they are duplicates. This prevents different sensors or observers from firing separate missions on the same target. If 2 missions violate target duplication, AFATDS will process the first mission and recommend denial on the second. Target build-up area filter. This filter allows the commander to specify the number of targets within an area that must be identified before engagement. It is particularly useful for counter fire elements that want to focus on developing a template for enemy area before attacking it. Target exclusion filter (part of the target management matrix [TMM]). This filter allows the commander to specify targets he does not want fire support to consider for attack.

4-32. AFATDS target selection standards (TSS) contains the same information normally used in a TSS matrix, including the TLE for potential sensors. This filter, generally used for intelligence reports, specifies a report age to prevent firing on targets that are too old.

AFATDS SCREENING FUNCTION 4-33. After a target clears the filters, AFATDS screens the mission to assign a mission value. This focuses fires by ensuring that the most important targets are engaged first. In AFATDS, this screening guidance includes mission prioritization, the high-value target list (HVTL), and the TMM.

AFATDS MISSION PRIORITIZATION 4-34. AFATDS prioritizes missions by assigning each a “mission value” of 0 to 100 based on 4 weighted criteria to determine the overall mission value. The 4 criteria are— • On-call precedence allows the commander to decide that targets from the fire plan (stored in the on-call target list) have a higher priority than a target of opportunity. (A commander may not want targets of opportunity to disrupt the execution of preplanned, rehearsed targets in specific target areas of interest [TAIs] or engagement areas.) • Priority of fires enables the commander to establish a preference among a pool of potential sensors/observers. • If a target falls within a TAI, AFATDS will increase its mission value. • AFATDS can weight targets based on their relative importance to the supported commander's mission. The target type value is identified in the HVTL and the TMM. 4-35. A commander can define the desired effects in the HVTL for each target category by specifying effects or any percentage of destruction from 0 percent to 100 percent. He can also assign a weighted value from 0 to 100 to each target category. 4-36. The HVTL is a starting point for the development of the HPTL and is a component of the TMM. HPTs are HVTs that must be attacked to achieve success during friendly operations. The HPTL in the TMM applies additional guidance to weight the target types. 4-37. The TMM used in AFATDS provides the same information normally seen on an attack guidance matrix (AGM). It separates HPT types from non-HPT types. A commander can define the effects for each HPT type or any percentage of destruction up to 100 percent. He can also weight the value of each HPT type from 0 to 100. This is a second target value (for HPTs only) that AFATDS uses to compute an overall mission value. 4-38. As a result of mission prioritization, each target is assigned a mission value. Cutoff values set the minimum thresholds that targets must attain to be considered for attack by certain fire support assets. The commander assigns these to tell AFATDS which weapon systems to consider (and not to consider) as attack options for certain targets. 4-39. In the TMM, the commander can specify which target types require target damage assessment (TDA) or should not be fired upon but handed off to the IEW officer for exploitation. The commander can specify when targets will be engaged as “acquired,” “immediate,” or “planned.” The commander can also exclude target types in the TMM display from consideration for attack by fire support assets.

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ATTACK ANALYSIS 4-40. The next step AFATDS takes is to determine how to attack the targets. The commander can assign a preferred system (for example, FA, mortars, naval gunfire) to each target type. He can also build a series of tables in AFATDS to further define preferences (shell/fuze combination, for example) for each system against specific target types.

FIRE MISSION PROCESSING 4-41. Another powerful capability AFATDS offers is the ability to eliminate the traditional mission delays associated with processing fire missions through multiple layers of fire support coordination. Not every mission needs to stop at every fire support node in the mission thread (digital route). By tailoring AFATDS intervention points (IPs), the commander can specify which missions stop for review (human intervention) at intermediate fire support nodes (battalion/task force and brigade fires cells [FCs]) and which automatically process through the fire support system to a firing unit for rapid response. The following are examples of fire mission processing: • All fire missions for “armor, medium” or “missile, heavy” targets process rapidly without human intervention, a decision based on the type of target. • Control IPs of fire missions, based on the mission value and every request for fire against a target type with a value of less than 50 stop for human review. • Specify IPs by types of missions such as screening, adjust fire or illumination missions before they are processed. • All fire missions AFATDS-assigned to the mortar platoon are processed automatically without human intervention. 4-42. The commander may want only fire missions that violate the filtering or screening guidance to have an IP. This adds a human review of an AFATDS decision before a mission is denied or coordination is requested. If the commander does not want a computer denying a supported commander's request for fire, he can establish an IP in AFATDS to review all missions the system recommends be denied. 4-43. Designing IPs in AFATDS offers tremendous flexibility. Tailoring IPs may be an alternative to quick-fire channels and has the potential of offering near real-time sensor-to-shooter capabilities. These IPs (filters) can be designed based on the following: • Specific target type. • Assigned mission value. • Mission type. • Attack option (mortars, FA, air, naval gunfire). • Target duplication, exclusion, IEW routing, build up targets, or coordination required. 4-44. AFATDS is capable of receiving targets from a variety of sources. By filtering and screening potential targets for engagement, AFATDS automates many of the functions currently performed manually by the FAIO and other staff members. 4-45. The following paragraphs summarize the ATCCS devices that the MLRS battalion may interface with and/or operate.

MANEUVER CONTROL SYSTEM 4-46. The maneuver control system (MCS) provides Army tactical commanders and their staffs (corps through battalion) automated, online, near real-time systems for planning, coordinating, and controlling tactical operations. It is the maneuver component of ABCS. It receives, processes, and displays the increasing volume and variety of tactical command and control information available. MCS has a wide array of capabilities that allow for more efficient battle planning and execution. MCS capabilities range from modifying unit task organization to creating complex map overlays. MLRS elements at brigade and battalion/squadron level will interface with MCS through their AFATDS.

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FORCE XXI BATTLE COMMAND BRIGADE AND BELOW (FBCB2) 4-47. FBCB2 interfaces with the ABCS and is located at the brigade level and below. It provides mounted/dismounted tactical combat and service support units the ability to gain situational understanding of the battlefield. FBCB2 provides accurate and real-time information about friendly, enemy, neutral, and noncombatant locations—a common relevant picture of the battlefield scaled to specific level of interest and special needs. 4-48. For the purposes of FBCB2, situational awareness is a state of understanding and knowledge gained through a graphical common operating picture of the battlefield consisting of the enemy situation, friendly situation, and logistics. The common operating picture that FBCB2 provides presents a new way to visualize the battlefield. This digital visualization provides a picture with dimensions that mitigate surprise and uncertainty. FBCB2 does this by providing soldiers with a common ability to see where they are, see where other soldiers are, see over the “next hill,” see the enemy, and know what each of them is doing. This situational awareness contributes to mobility and force synchronization, and reduces the possibility of fratricide. This automated portrayal of the common operating picture becomes more critical as darkness, weather, and obscurants reduce visibility; when operating with night vision devices; or when operating in terrain where visibility is reduced (for example, heavily forested terrain, urban terrain, or rolling terrain). 4-49. Every vehicle in the FBCB2-equipped team has a computer that displays a digital image of the map. Symbols (icons) representing individual friendly and enemy vehicles or units appear on the map and move in near real-time as the platforms they represent move on the battlefield. This continually updated situational understanding is a fully automatic function. 4-50. The Army intends to incorporate FBCB2 functionality to a platform in 2 separate ways: • FBCB2 hardware (computer, radios, GPS receiver, mounting equipment) and software are added to an existing platform. Any platform can have FBCB2 functionality through this mechanism. This type of installation is termed stand-alone FBCB2 or an appliqué (see table 4-1). • Embedded battle command (EBC) software embedded to operate on a computer that is already in a platform. EBC will be inserted into AFATDS and M270A1/M142 launchers to facilitate situational understanding on the future battlefield. Table 4-1. Appliqué Situational Awareness

•Own position •Position of friendly units and platforms •Position of enemy units and platforms •Warnings of dangerous conditions in the operational environment •Supporting data (such as terrain/elevation) •Supplemental data (such as unit status/readiness, connectivity)

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•Overlays •Messages (joint VMF) –Spot/SALUTE –Call for fire –Strike warning –SITREP –Overlay message –Field order –CBRN 1

•Five-paragraph OPLAN •Logistics reports •Personnel reports •Roll-up reports •EPW/ detainee reports •Video image processing •Frame grabber/file transfer •COA

Communications Interface/ Processing

•Connectivity with other net members •Unit task organization •Maintenance/ embedded training •Simulation interfaces

Network management/ administrative functions

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Battle Command Execution

Legend COA = course of action EPW = enemy prisoner of war msg = message CBRN = nuclear, biological, and chemical

Battle Command Support

Communications Interface/ Processing

OPLAN = operations plan SALUTE = size, activity, location, unit, time, and equipment SITREP = situation report VMF = variable message format

BATTALION ALOC 4-51. The ALOC monitors and coordinates all tactical logistics functions affecting the MLRS battalion and its subordinate or attached units. The battalion XO supervises the functions with the forward support company commander, S-1, S-4, BAO, and select members of the special staff directly coordinating and controlling the service support activities.

SECTION II – MLRS FIRING BATTERY OPERATIONS

BATTERY HEADQUARTERS 4-52. The MLRS firing battery is the basic unit of employment of the MLRS. This section addresses battery employment and operations. Instructions covering features of combat operations that lend themselves to definite or standardized procedures without loss of effectiveness should be covered by TSOP. (For a guide and checklist for preparing an MLRS battery TSOP, see appendix C.)

BOC 4-53. The battery HQ provides command, control, and coordinates logistical support to the battery. The command element and the BOC provide the command and control. The forward support company or other headquarters has the assets to enable the battery to function independently of any battalion control for limited time periods. 4-54. The BOC operates in the FDC tent extension. The BOC provides C2 for the battery and the primary communications links with battalion headquarters elements. The BOC personnel maintain situation maps and overlays. They also maintain SCPs, ammunition, maintenance, and similar status charts, and posts other operational information. The battery and battalion command (voice) net radios can be remoted as necessary.

Operations 4-55. The MLRS BOC is the C2 center of the battery. The BOC directs all battery operations in coordination with the battery commander. It directly controls the FDC and CBRN operations. It monitors ammunition and launcher status, requests survey support, and directs battery internal and external logistics and support operations. The BOC passes movement orders and other information to the subordinate platoon headquarters.

Fire Direction Center 4-56. The MLRS firing battery FDC operates as a sub-element of the BOC. It controls all battery level tactical fire direction.

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Logistics Operations Center 4-57. The battery LOC is the primary C2 center for administration-logistical operations, maintenance, and battery defense. LOC staff coordinates external support and direct internal administration-logistical operations to include resupply. These tasks are accomplished in accordance with priorities set by the BOC. The support platoon leader/sergeant and/or 1SG directly supervise LOC operations.

Logistics Release Point 4-58. The battery logistics release point (LRP) is established normally by the battery 1SG to push routine supplies forward and to facilitate other routine administration. Firing platoon sergeants normally meet the 1SG at the LRP on a daily basis or in accordance with the unit SOP.

BATTERY HEADQUARTERS OPERATIONS CONFIGURATION OPTIONS 4-59. The MLRS battery commander must consider the factors of METT-TC in addition to survivability, dispersion, communications, support requirements, past experience, and TSOPs when determining which configuration to use. There are basically 2 options for employment of the battery headquarters—dual and consolidated.

Consolidated CPs 4-60. Food service, supply, and maintenance sections may be consolidated with the BOC at the battery headquarters. This option facilitates local defense and simplifies BOC and LOC coordination and communications. When consolidated, wire communications should be established between the LOC and the BOC. The BOC is the focal point for support requests, planning, and coordination.

Dual CPs 4-61. The battery establishes a battery trains with a LOC serving as a logistics command post. The LOC activities are still directed by the BOC. The commander decides which assets to deploy with the LOC, and which to leave with the BOC.

CONSIDERATIONS 4-62. Commanders should consider the following when organizing their command posts.

Terrain 4-63. The BOC requires elevated terrain for good communications. The logistics elements (ammunition, maintenance, food service, and supply) require a good road network and firm ground. If these 2 needs cannot be met at the same location, the commander may choose to separate the elements (for example, place the BOC on a hill and the trains in a nearby town).

Enemy 4-64. The commander may choose to split operations because of enemy counter fire or air attack capability. A consolidated BOC's large signature may jeopardize the entire headquarters. However, split CPs are more vulnerable to ground attack.

Communications 4-65. Distance between the LOC and BOC increases C2 and defense challenges and requires the LOC to monitor the battery command or other designated frequency. Radios that can monitor the net are scarce and restrict the use of certain vehicles. When the LOC is located near the BOC (within 200 meters), wire line

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communications can be used between the 2 operations centers. This reduces C2 problems and the electronic signature.

BATTERY HEADQUARTERS POSITIONING CONSIDERATIONS Battery Operations Center 4-66. Locate the BOC on elevated terrain for better communications. It should be in the center of the headquarters position for maximum protection against ground attack.

Food Service 4-67. The forward support company food service serving area should be located on firm, accessible ground; have good drainage; and be upwind from the field latrine.

Supply 4-68. The supply section requires firm terrain as well. The supply vehicle (not including the POL vehicles) is placed to cover a portion of the headquarters perimeter. The supply and POL vehicles are placed for easy access to and from the position.

Ammunition Holding Area 4-69. The ammunition holding area (AHA) should be adjacent, or as near as possible, to the main supply route (MSR). It should be large enough to hold all of the battery resupply vehicles, allow for a minimum turning radius to allow for safe maneuver of all unit resupply vehicles, and provide enough overhead clearance to allow for boom operations. It should be easily located, in darkness or daylight, by the support platoon personnel. Placed close to the MSR, the AHA controls the main access route into the battery area.

BATTERY DEFENSE THREAT CAPABILITIES 4-70. MLRS is an HPT for enemy ground forces as well as indirect fires.

Detection 4-71. The threat detects friendly forces by first studying friendly force doctrine and then processing SIGINT, imagery intelligence (IMINT), and human intelligence (HUMINT). 4-72. Signals Intelligence. Using signal intercept and radio direction-finding (RDF) equipment, the enemy collects various FM and AM radio transmissions. Tactical FM radios operating on low power can be picked up by enemy RDF units at distances in excess of 10 kilometers. High-power signals can be detected at distances up to 40 kilometers. However, directional antennas and reduced radio usage will improve survivability. Radars can detect firing weapons to a 200-meter accuracy. Seismic and sound ranging can produce targets within 150 meters although their accuracy is diminished by other battle noise. 4-73. Imagery Intelligence. This effort consists of photographic imagery, thermal detection, radar location, and laser imagery. Unless assigned as a special mission, IMINT processing requires 6 to 8 hours. Target location error from IMINT is 200 meters. 4-74. Human Intelligence. Long-range and reconnaissance patrols, spies, partisans, and enemy prisoners of war (EPWs) are all HUMINT collectors. Although HUMINT relies primarily on visual observation, the peculiar equipment, predicted activities, bumper marking, spoils of war, and rubbish left behind add to the accuracy of the targeting effort.

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Attack 4-75. MLRS units are vulnerable to threat counter fire, air attack, ground forces, and electronic warfare. The MLRS unit’s greatest protection is its ability to disperse, hide, fire, and then move out quickly: shoot and scoot.

HEADQUARTERS POSITION DEFENSE 4-76. The primary method to enhance survivability for an MLRS firing battery is concealment to avoid detection (passive defense). The battery headquarters should use natural and manmade camouflage, noise and light discipline, and terrain to reduce the risk of detection from the ground or air. 4-77. The second method to enhance survivability is to establish a strong defensive position with a plan to displace as soon as possible. The battery headquarters should position machine guns, antitank weapons, and grenade launchers to orient on likely enemy avenues of approach. LPs and OPs should be positioned to provide sufficient early warning to the battery. 4-78. The BOC must stay attuned to the current tactical situation and ensure that information is disseminated to all battery elements. Especially important is information pertaining to enemy locations and disposition, friendly units in or near platoon OPAREAs, the CBRN threat, the locations of friendly and enemy minefields, threat detection activities, and the likelihood of threat ground forces such as patrols operating in the area.

Defense Against Air Attack 4-79. Concealment is also the best defense against air attack. However, if the unit is detected and attacked, the key to survival is dispersion while engaging attacking aircraft with a large volume of fire. Fortunately, MLRS units are naturally dispersed, therefore providing enemy aircraft an elusive target. Normally, the MLRS unit will fall within the supported unit's air defense umbrella and may have air defense assets attached. This does not preclude returning fire with all available direct fire weapons.

Defense Against Armored or Mechanized Force 4-80. The best defense against an armored or mechanized ground attack is for the MLRS platoon to move to a position from which it can continue the mission (alternate OPAREA) without a direct confrontation with the enemy.

Defense Against Dismounted Attack 4-81. Dismounted enemy elements will attack using: • SOF using indirect fire. • Ambushes. • Guerrilla-type attacks (normally not exceeding platoon size and often conducted at night or in adverse weather). • A diversionary attack and then a main attack. • Dismounted infantry. 4-82. The best defense against a dismounted ground attack is to displace to an alternate position. In some situations, where the counter fire threat is minimal, launchers may operate from mutually supporting hide areas (HAs). These HAs may allow launchers to observe each other and provide early warning of dismounted ground attack.

Equipment and Materiel Destruction Procedures 4-83. The battery commander must ensure that the unit’s TSOPs include procedures for the destruction of unit equipment and materiel. The battery commander designates personnel to perform the destruction and ensures that adequate emergency destruction (ED) material is available. See TM 9-1425-648-13&P and FM 3-34.214 for guidance in preparing unit TSOPs.

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TACTICAL MOVEMENT 4-84. The MLRS battery movement options resemble those of other FA units. The BOC directs and controls the displacement of subordinate platoons. The battery commander is usually directed to displace by battery, battery echelon, or platoon. Some considerations in selecting an option for displacement follow: • Maneuver unit scheme of movement. • Continuous fire support (fire plans/targets). • Overall tactical situation. • Immediate and future requirements of the supported unit. • Characteristics of the terrain to be traversed. • Distance of march. • Time available. • Enemy capabilities. • Command and control capabilities.

MOVEMENT OPTIONS AND CONSIDERATIONS Move by Platoon 4-85. This is the most common and preferred method of displacement for MLRS batteries. One firing platoon at a time is displaced, either as a complete platoon or by individual vehicle infiltration.

Move by Battery Echelon 4-86. In this method, 1 or 2 of the major elements of the battery are moved in 2 or more groups. For example, 1 firing platoon and the battery HQ may move as a group. Then the second firing platoon, the support platoon, and the rest of the battery are moved.

Move by Battery 4-87. Distance, mission, route priorities, or the overall tactical situation may dictate a battery-level move.

Jump Battery Operations Center 4-88. If the entire battery is not moving at once, the BOC must ensure that battery C2 and fire direction processing continue while it moves. The preferred method for ensuring continuity is to pass control to 1 of the firing platoons. The platoon AFATDS enters the appropriate digital nets with the battalion AFATDS and the FIB AFATDS, and the supported maneuver HQ AFATDS. Once this link is established, the platoon assumes the role of the BOC and battery FDC (see chapter 8).

TACTICAL MARCHES 4-89. A tactical march is the movement of a unit or elements of a unit under actual or simulated combat conditions. There are several methods for moving an element in a tactical configuration. Each method has specific advantages and disadvantages. The battery commander decides which method or combination is best.

Open Column 4-90. The open column is used for daylight movements when there is an adequate road network that is not overcrowded, when enemy detection is not likely, when time is an important factor, or when the travel distance is great. A vehicle interval in an open column is generally 100 meters. • The advantages of the open column are as follows: „ Speed (the fastest method of march). „ Reduced driver fatigue.

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Improved vision on dusty roads. Ease in passing individual vehicles. „ Ease in dispersing vehicles as a passive defense measure against an air attack. „ Less chance of the entire unit being ambushed. „ Less vulnerability to indirect fire. The disadvantages of the open column are as follows: „ Greater column length requires more road space and more time to close on the OPAREA. „ Other traffic often becomes interspersed in the column. „ Communication within the column is complicated. „ „

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Close Column 4-91. In close column movement, the vehicle interval is less than 100 meters. Close column is used to maintain maximum command and control during periods of limited visibility or when moving through built-up or congested areas. • The advantages of the close column are as follows: „ Simplicity of command and control. „ Less time to close on the OPAREA. „ Reduced column length. „ Concentration of defensive firepower. • The disadvantages of the close column are as follows: „ The column is vulnerable to enemy observation and attack. „ The strength and nature of the column are quickly apparent to enemy observers. „ Convoy speed is reduced. „ Driver fatigue is increased.

Infiltration 4-92. When the battery moves by infiltration, vehicles are dispatched individually or in small groups without reference to a march table. Though this technique is time consuming and the vehicles are difficult to control, it is used when the enemy has good target acquisition means and quick reaction capabilities. • The advantages of infiltration are as follows: „ Vehicles are less vulnerable to hostile observation. „ Opportunities for cover are increased. „ Defense against air and artillery attack is enhanced. „ The enemy is deceived as to the size of the unit. • The disadvantages of infiltration are as follows: „ It is time-consuming. „ It is difficult to command and control. „ Vulnerability of small elements is increased.

Terrain March 4-93. The terrain march is an off-road movement to reduce vulnerability and avoid traffic. A unit using this type of movement should travel close to tree lines, along gullies, and close to hill masses. When enemy observation or interdiction by artillery fire or air attack is likely, a terrain march should be conducted. A unit may move safely on a road for some distance and change to a terrain march at a point where enemy observation becomes likely or vehicle congestion makes an inviting target. 4-94. Consider the following factors when deciding to use the terrain march: • Displacement time may be increased. • Ground reconnaissance is required.

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Soil conditions and other natural obstacles may complicate this type of movement. Wheel or track marks to the new position may be left. Extensive coordination is required to avoid traveling through other unit areas.

4-95. When employing the terrain march, MLRS units may move in open column, in close column, or by infiltration.

Special Formations 4-96. On the basis of the theater of operations and the tactical situation, the battery commander may choose to move his platoons in a special formation (such as a wedge or multiple wedges). This is most appropriate in a desert environment where there are few obstacles to movement, visibility exceeds several kilometers, movement is over extended distances, and/or there is a need to provide rocket fires while moving. Commanders should consider placement of vehicles to protect C2 elements and make most efficient use of available weapon systems for defense (see figure 4-2). Note: The width and depth of the formations in figure 4-2 are a function of METT-TC and command and control considerations.

Figure 4-2. Special Formations

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SECTION III – FIRING PLATOON OPERATIONS

PLATOON HEADQUARTERS 4-97. The MLRS firing platoon generally conducts operations under battery control, occupies a separate area of operations, and conducts its own RSOP. The MLRS firing platoon can be considered analogous to a cannon firing battery for fire support, positioning, and logistics considerations. Tactically, the platoon leader must do all of those tasks usually associated with the cannon battery commander. The leaders of the firing platoon must be innovative and creative in their approach to operations. The unique tactics of an MLRS firing platoon place great responsibility on personnel to meet their missions. Instructions covering features of combat operations, which lend themselves to definite or standardized procedures without loss of effectiveness, should be covered by TSOP. A battery TSOP normally guides preparation of MLRS platoon TSOPs. (For a guide and checklist for preparing an MLRS battery TSOP, see appendix C.)

COMMAND AND CONTROL 4-98. The platoon leader and platoon sergeant are responsible for the command and control of platoon operations and for advising the battery commander and/or BOC on their launcher and ammunition status. The battery commander and/or BOC directs the platoon leader and sergeant concerning the specific number of operational launchers that are posturing for specific munitions and ready to fire status. The platoon leader and platoon sergeant are responsible for coordinating all logistical support with the LOC. The POC personnel monitor all traffic between the BOC and the launchers by using the platoon AFATDS. Loss of the platoon FDC would severely hinder platoon command and control. The POC personnel maintain a DA Form 1594 and a DA Form 7232-R (MLRS FDC Fire Mission Log). A reproducible copy of DA Form 7232-R is located at the back of this manual. An example of DA Form 7232-R is shown in chapter 6. Fire mission logs should be maintained for 1 year as a record of live-fire missions conducted.

PLATOON OPERATIONS CENTER 4-99. The POC is located in an M1068 with an AFATDS. The POC is manned by MLRS fire direction personnel and is supervised by the platoon leader or the platoon sergeant. The reconnaissance sergeant may also work in the POC when he is in the platoon HQ position. The platoon leader or platoon sergeant should locate the POC on elevated terrain for communications and should center it in the platoon HQ position for maximum protection against ground attack and ease of platoon internal wire communications.

SUPPORT 4-100. The POC is the hub of platoon support activities. Any attached MSTs stay with the platoon HQ and are deployed in accordance with unit TSOP. Launchers in an inoperational (INOP) status normally move to the platoon HQ area to reduce the security, command, control, and resupply burdens.

OPAREA 4-101. An MLRS platoon position area should normally be large enough to allow a 3-by-3-kilometer OPAREA (see figure 4-3). Exact size of the OPAREA is a function of METT-TC and a result of risk assessment. The tactical situation and competition for terrain may require that platoons modify the size of the OPAREA. However, smaller areas severely restrict the platoon leader's employment options, the length of time the platoon can occupy, and the survivability of the platoon. The launcher signature, noise, smoke, and fire make each firing position easily identifiable from great distances, especially in open terrain. After use by MLRS launchers, the firing point (FP) may be subjected to intense enemy counter fire; therefore, firing points are considered highly dangerous. Except for cases of tactical necessity, launchers should use a firing point only once. 4-102. The MLRS platoon does not require sole use of the terrain within its position area. With proper coordination, maneuver units can pass through the OPAREA without disrupting operations. Other units may use parts of the platoon OPAREA. However, commanders may resist sharing space with MLRS

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because of the danger from potential counter fire. This is particularly true of less mobile units. Coordination of terrain must, therefore, be thorough and continuous. 4-103. Units in the general vicinity should be aware of launchers in the area and avoid them—see and avoid. If a unit encounters a launcher in position, it should avoid locating nearby. The danger area around the launcher, due to blast and flying debris during a launch, is 300 meters to the front and 400 meters to the rear of the launcher. The supported force commander, rather than attempting to specify each individual position and/or area, may specify no-go areas for MLRS. MLRS units would then be expected to plan their positions around the no-go terrain. Regardless of the method or the extent of planning, battery commanders and platoon leaders/sergeants must coordinate face-to-face with commanders in close proximity of their planned position areas. 4-104. There are 6 types of positions within the OPAREA; each type may have several locations. The platoon leader or platoon sergeant must identify all OPAREA position types, except hide areas, by grid during a reconnaissance.

Figure 4-3. Operational Area

FIRING POINTS 4-105. Each platoon OPAREA should have at least 9 FPs, three for each launcher. Each launcher section chief is responsible for final selection and verification of the firing points. The following are considerations when selecting a firing point: • The platoon leader is responsible for selecting firing areas. The section chief then selects the FP locations (the launchers should not fire from terrain with slopes greater than 89 mils). • There should be no immediate mask in the probable direction of fire. • Hide areas (HAs) should normally be located within 100 meters of the FP; however, longer distances are acceptable if response times can be kept short. • The FP may be on a “reverse slope” of a terrain feature. Although masks should still be considered, reverse slopes break line-of-sight with the FLOT and may reduce the threat of attack by enemy direct fire systems during firing operations.

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The FP may be located on a road. The road should lead directly to the reload point (RL) or the next FP to reduce ground signature, response time, and time required to move. Communications must be established with the BOC and the POC. The FP should be 500 meters from other FP (800 meters preferred) and 800 meters from other positions or elements, except HAs. For attack of time-sensitive targets with missiles using M270, the launcher may be placed AMC for extended periods of time (up to 2 hours), when using the M270A1 or the M142 the time period is indefinite. FPs for these missions should also serve the purpose of a HA and provide concealment. These FPs should be selected to enhance survivability while the launcher is laid on target awaiting the command to fire.

4-106. • • •

The following are additional FP considerations for M270/M270A1 launchers: The launcher should be able to park within 150 meters of the firing point grid recorded in the launcher's database and within 100 mils of the commanded heading. The launcher's slope must not exceed 266 mils for rocket missions (89 mils or less is recommended) and 89 mils for missile missions. The FCS continuously displays launcher slope to assist the driver in parking the vehicle. Once the vehicle is stopped, the driver should move the vehicle back and forth slightly or pivot the vehicle in place slightly to allow the tracks to settle into place. This reduces the chance of the vehicle moving during firing.

4-107. The following are additional FP considerations for M142 launchers: • The wheeled M142 travels faster on improved roads but can be slowed or denied access by rough terrain and wet or soft soil that would not impede the M270/M270A1. • Excessive dry vegetation on the FP can ignite causing damage to exposed wiring and air lines on the under carriage. • Initial parking at proper heading is critical to meet timelines. Re-parking the M142 is more time consuming than pivot steering the M270/M270A1. • FP slope tolerances are critical— 89 mils with no tolerances / buffer for rockets up to 266 mils.

HIDE AREA 4-108. The launcher section chief selects the HA—an area in which to hide the launcher while awaiting a fire mission. The hide area should be covered and concealed, and close to the designated FP (normally not less than 20 meter and not more than 100 meters away). A launcher in the HA must be able to communicate with the BOC. The HA may be on a road leading to the FP to reduce the ground signature and to speed response time. 4-109. Hide area operations may degrade or disrupt the M270A1/M142 launcher GPS performance due to line of site obstruction. This is especially the case when the hide position is under dense foliage or a structure (such as a barn or bridge). However, degraded GPS performance is not as critical to the mission as the launcher’s ability to survive in a hostile environment. The launcher should be able to acquire good GPS information within 2 minutes of leaving the hide location. Travel time from hide to the firing point (often 2 to 5 minutes) is adequate for the launcher receiver to be operationally “hot” before launcher lay. The launcher crew can decrease the firing time by tracking at least 1 satellite in the hide area. When possible, use the DAGR to check hide areas and firing points for good satellite acquisition.

RELOAD POINT 4-110. The RL is where the launchers upload launch pods and the HEMTT-HEMATs/ RSV-RST offload. This is the most vulnerable point for each element. Each platoon OPAREA should have at least 2 RLs. Select RL points based on the following conditions: • Cover and concealment for a HEMTT-HEMAT and launcher in the position at the same time. • Maneuver room for the 100-foot (30.48-meter) turning radius of the 55-foot-long (16.76-meter) HEMTT-HEMAT and boom operations.

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• • • •

Located at least 800 meters from FPs and at least 500 meters from any other element. Firm ground or pavement for supporting vehicles and launch pods. Covered and concealed route from AHA to RL. Trafficability.

4-111. The RL must have sufficient maneuver room for the M270/M270A1 launcher. The 55 foot (16.76 meter) long HEMTT-HEMAT requires a 100 foot (30.48 meter) turning radius. The HIMARS RSV-RST has a turning radius of 30 meters. . 4-112. The following are additional RL considerations for the M142 launcher: • Slope is critical in RL selection. The M142 cannot violate the 89mil slope limit during reload. • The RL must allow the M142 to download and upload without re-parking. • The RL should enable the M142 to drive forward into position, reload and drive forward to exit the RL (a drive through RL is preferable to an RL that require the launcher to back up).

SCP 4-113. The SCP is where the launchers update the PDS or PNU. At least 2 SCPs should be established in the OPAREA. These should be collocated with the RLs to reduce travel time of the launchers. The same considerations, except in the area of Class V resupply, apply for SCPs as for RLs.

PLATOON HEADQUARTERS 4-114. Platoon HQ is where the command post, the platoon leader's HMMWV, the platoon sergeant's HMMWV, and, if attached, the MST vehicles are positioned. Normally, INOP launchers (being serviced, crew resting, and so forth) are also positioned in the platoon HQ. Each platoon OPAREA should have a primary platoon HQ location and an alternate location, if possible. The platoon HQ location is based on the following: • Optimum communications with the BOC and launchers. • Cover and concealment. • Communications mask between the position and the enemy. • Defensibility with the AHA. • Trafficability.

AHA 4-115. The ammunition section positions its vehicles in the AHA while awaiting transload or delivery of ammunition. It can be collocated with the platoon HQ if the ground threat is greater than the air attack or counter fire threat. Otherwise, the AHA should be located 100 to 300 meters from the platoon HQ and astride the main entrance route into the platoon HQ for entry control. The AHA is not an issue point for the firing sections. The AHA selection considerations are as follows: • Cover and concealment. • Trafficability. • Vehicle maneuver room for turning around and boom operations. See paragraph 4-111. • Proximity to the MSR. • Defensibility with platoon headquarters. • Arc blast area in the event of sympathetic detonation, either through mishandling or enemy action, of the munitions stored there. See chapter 7 for more information.

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LAUNCHER SURVEY CONTROL M270 LAUNCHER Survey Control Points 4-116. Although cover and concealment are factors in SCP selection, utility should be the primary consideration. The SCP must be readily accessible so the driver can stop the launcher with the rear edge of the left drive sprocket aligned next to the SCP marker. The area and SCP marker must allow the driver to position the launcher without ground guidance or excessive maneuvering. The SCPs should be collocated with a reload point, if possible. This allows rapid return of the launcher to operational status.

PDS Calibration Referenced in TM 9-1425-648-13&P 4-117. Calibration of the PDS (at least every 30 days, or after replacement of stabilization reference package/position determining system (SRP/PDS), change in operating conditions, or after track or suspension maintenance) corrects for errors caused by differences in track tension or by wear of sprockets and track components. It accounts for the characteristics of each specific launcher. The crew calibrates the launcher PDS, in accordance with the technical manual. The launcher, under specific operating conditions, requires 2 SCPs, 4 to 6 kilometers apart with a straight route of travel between them, located to at least fifth-order accuracy. One point is used to initialize the PDS for location. The launcher is driven to the second SCP at about 40 kilometers per hour, and the first set of calibration corrections is determined. The launcher is then driven back to the starting SCP, where a second set of calibration data is computed. If both sets of calibration data are within tolerance, the system is functional and an averaged set of data is used. 4-118. Calibration is not normally conducted in the platoon OPAREA. The battery operations officer plans the calibration course(s) for the battery as part of his survey plan. Calibrations are normally centrally located behind the firing platoons. A valid calibration can be conducted with any weapon loaded when the appropriate cables (W19 and/or W20) are connected to the pod. Note: Umbilical cables MUST be connected to the launch pod containers (LPC) while performing calibration.

PDS Update Referenced in TM 9-1425-648-13&P 4-119. Errors that are a function of time and total distance from 11 to 28 minutes for the Army tactical missile system (ATACMS)are corrected by means of PDS updates. The PDS allows an error of up to 0.4 percent of the distance traveled. Crews should update launchers every 6 to 8 kilometers of travel.

SRP Alignment TM 9-1425-648-13&P 4-120. Errors that are a function of time are corrected through the use of periodic SRP realignments. Realignments are required every 11 to 60 minutes of launcher movement, depending on the munitions type and whether or not the SRP is compensated (see SRP/PDS). If the launcher is moved with the SRP turned off or not stabilized, the position location capability is lost. The system must then be updated at an SCP and the SRP realigned before the launcher can respond to any fire mission requests. Initial alignment of the system takes about 8 minutes. However, allowing the SRP to stabilize 2 ½ additional minutes after “SRP READY” is displayed will increase the time before realignment from 15 minutes to 60 minutes for rocket munitions and from 11 to 28 minutes for the Army tactical missile system (ATACMS).

M142/M270A1 LAUNCHERS Survey Control Points (TM 9-1055-1646-13&P)/(TM 9-1055-647-13&P) 4-121. SCPs are required for M142/M270A1 operations. The exact number depends on the unit SOP because launchers often use SCPs located at reload points. The M142/M270A1 does not require calibration.

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If battalion survey assets (PADS) are insufficient to perform the survey requirements expeditiously, an M142/M270A1 launcher can be used to establish SCPs at the entrance to each position area and at the reload point. Establishing and using SCPs allow firing platoons to operate for extended periods (in the inertial mode) if GPS is lost.

M142/M270A1 Navigation 4-122. Vehicle navigation data (easting, northing, altitude, and heading) is determined by the PNU. The PNU will then determine navigation data in the GPS aided mode, the preferred navigation mode. When GPS data is not available, the PNU determines navigation data in the non-aided mode. The PNU gyros continuously measure the angular relationship between the vehicle and true north to determine vehicle heading, which is displayed as the grid azimuth toward which the front of the vehicle is pointed. At the same time, the accelerometers measure the acceleration (motion) of the vehicle in three axes (roll, pitch, and yaw), which is used to determine vehicle easting, northing, and altitude. Data from the vehicle odometer encoders is also used by the PNU in determining location data. The NAV indicator in region 2 of the GDU will appear as a solid box when the launcher is GPS-Aided for navigation. The NAV indicator will appear as broken lines when the launcher is not GPS-Aided for navigation. Note: Unlike the M270 launcher, the M270A1/M142 is still operational when 1 encoder fails. 4-123. Each time the vehicle stops for at least 2 seconds, the PNU starts a zero velocity update (ZUPT), which removes accumulated errors. The ZUPT takes 40 seconds to complete. If GPS data is available, the PNU will use it along with the gyro and accelerometer data. 4-124. System start-up will always bring the PNU to the non-aided mode of navigation. Once in the nonaided mode, GPS keys may be entered, which begins the warm or cold start of the GPS receiver in the PNU. The warm/cold start will result in the PNU automatically switching to the GPS aided mode of navigation. As GPS data is lost and reacquired, the PNU will automatically switch between the GPS aided and non-aided modes of navigation. 4-125. When navigating in the GPS aided mode, the location and altitude remain accurate within 10 meters, regardless of distance traveled between latitudes 80 degrees south and 84 degrees north. The ZUPT is performed automatically and no operator prompts are posted. System parameter updates are not required while navigating in this mode. If GPS data is lost and cannot be reacquired within 30 seconds, the PNU switches to the non-aided navigation mode.

M142/M270A1 Non-aided Navigation Mode 4-126. When navigating in the non-aided mode, accuracy is affected by the passage of time, the availability of survey, distance traveled, and operator response to prompts that are posted on the FCP. In the non-aided mode, a ZUPT is required at least every 9 minutes and 30 seconds. A “CNTDN ZUPT TIMER” is posted on the FCP. When the ZUPT countdown timer reaches zero, the advisory “ZUPT REQUIRED” is displayed along with the prompt “STOP LAUNCHER.” A pulsed alarm also sounds as a reminder to stop the launcher. 4-127. When the vehicle has stopped for 2 seconds, “ZUPT IN PROGRESS” is displayed with a 40second countdown clock. ZUPT requires no operator action other than stopping the launcher. “ZUPT COMPLETE” is displayed when the ZUPT is completed. Once the vehicle moves, the ZUPT countdown timer is displayed. The ZUPT countdown timer only runs when the vehicle is in motion. If the 40-second ZUPT is interrupted, the original ZUPT countdown timer is displayed with whatever time remained prior to stopping. 4-128. When navigating in the non-aided mode, the PNU also requires a system parameter update every 12 kilometers of distance traveled. The prompt “UPDATE SYSTEM PARAMETERS” is posted on the FCP at 12 kilometers distance traveled (DT). An alarm also sounds. 4-129. If ZUPT is performed at 9-minute, 30-second intervals but SCPs are not available for system parameter updates, location and altitude remain accurate within 10 meters for a DT of approximately 40

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kilometers. For DT greater than 40 kilometers, the accuracy is 0.04 percent of the DT. If ZUPT is not performed, location and altitude remain accurate within 10 meters for a DT of 6.7 kilometers. For DT greater than 6.7 kilometers, the accuracy is 0.15 percent of the DT. DT is measured from the location at which the PNU entered the non-aided mode or from the location of the last system parameter update. Table 4-2 provides a consolidated list of navigation accuracies and ZUPT times. Table 4-3 lists the alignment times associated with each launcher position.

Operational Considerations 4-130. Hide area operations may degrade or disrupt GPS performance due to line-of-site (LOS) obstruction. (See paragraph 4-108, Hide Area.) If a launcher fails to obtain (or maintain) a GPS signal while in its selected hide area, it should be moved to a more suitable hide location, depending on the tactical situation. Table 4-2. Navigation Manual Position Updates

Mode

GPS Status

ZUPTS

Aided

GPS keys loaded. 4 or 5 satellites. Encoder input. PNU gyros and accelerometers. No GPS keys. Less than 4 satellites. INOP status. GPS channel malfunction.

Yes. Automatic. Not displayed.

Not required.

Within 10 m.

Yes. Displayed. Operator stops launcher. Every 9 min 30 seconds. 40-second duration.

Yes. Prompted–12 km.

Within 10 m if ZUPTs. Every 9 min 30 seconds. Updates every 12 km.

Non-aided

Legend GPS = global positioning system INOP = inoperational km = kilometer m = meter

Accuracy

min = minute PNU = position navigation unit ZUPT = zero velocity update

CAUTION If launchers with GPS guidance are available, launchers without GPS guidance should not fire ATACMS Block 1A or Block II. The launcher passes the GPS data to the missile before firing, which enables the missile to acquire GPS satellites after launch, thus significantly improving the missile's accuracy. Launchers without GPS guidance should fire only rockets and ATACMS Block 1 until GPS is restored. However, if a Block 1A/II missile(s) must be fired from a non-GPS aided launcher the missile will be inertially guided and will achieve only ATACMS Block 1 accuracy. This will result in a corresponding decrease in effectiveness, especially at extended ranges.

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Table 4-3. Alignment Time Status

Approximate Time

Stationary stored position Stored position data Mobile GPS keys must be loaded

5 minutes 2 minutes 15 minutes

LAUNCHER RESPONSE POSTURE 4-131. A launcher response posture dictates its readiness to respond to fire missions. The commander determines how his unit launchers will be posturing. 4-132. The commander normally directs the platoons to have a specific number of launchers in hot operational (OPER) status. The number is based on guidance from the controlling FA headquarters, METT-TC, total launchers available, ammunition available, crew available, and fatigue. The platoon gives the BOC information on crew and launcher status and decides which launchers to posture, as directed. The platoons usually rotate their launchers through hot status, changing individual launchers and maintaining the total number of required hot launchers. Commanders may designate the response posture of entire platoons. 5-1. The 2 methods of posturing, tactical and technical (see table 4-4), are discussed below.

TACTICAL POSTURING 4-133. Through several generations of software for the FCS and AFATDS, the terms hot, cool, and cold have come to indicate launcher action response posture.

Hot 4-134. Hot status indicates the launcher is fully capable of firing. Usually, the status is based on the launcher's electrical and mechanical systems, not on its location or ammunition load. A launcher may be hot and, therefore, mechanically capable of firing. However, it may not be on or near an FP or perhaps it may not have any, or enough, or the right type of ammunition aboard.

Cool 4-135. Cool status indicates that a launcher is capable of firing but only after the SRP is aligned. Note: Cool status applies to M270 only. 4-136. Cool status indicates the launcher SRP/PDS has been turned off but that all other systems are on and fully functional. To reduce long-term wear on the components, the crew enters the FCS auxiliary menu, selects self-propelled loader launcher (SPLL) COOL (SPLL COOL), and turns the SRP/PDS off. About 8 minutes are required to align the SRP and return it to operational capacity when it is turned on again. 4-137. The FDC is notified of SPLL COOL status when the crew sends a launcher list (LCHR LST) message, indicating that the launcher is INOP–SPLL COOL. The FDC will not select an INOP launcher to fire.

Cold 4-138. Cold status indicates the launcher is not mission capable (NMC) for maintenance reasons or that 1 or more essential systems are shut down. This status is typically entered for maintenance, preventive maintenance checks and services (PMCS), or crew rest. If a cold launcher is mission-capable, it may take 30 minutes or more for it to respond.

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4-139. Unlike the M270 launcher with three posturing modes, the M142/M270A1 launchers have only 2 posturing modes: hot and cold. The M270A1 and M142 have an improved navigational unit, the PNU. The PNU is always in a state of operation as long as the FCS is powered up, therefore eliminating the cool posturing option. Table 4-4. Response Postures Posture Tactical

Technical

Location

Response Time

FP

Immediate

FP HA Moving from RL to FP/HA Moving from FP to RL HA Platoon HQ

2 minutes 3 to 6 minutes

OPER HOT

MOBL

COOL

SPLL COOL OPER

N/A

INOP

N/A

6 to 8 minutes 15 to 35 minutes 12 to 20 minutes 20 to 30 minutes 30 minutes or more

COLD

Legend CFF = call for fire FP = firing point HA = hide area INOP = inoperational MOBL = mobile

N/A

Remarks

Oriented: awaiting FIRE command or amended CFF at extended aim ONC Munitions loaded No munitions loaded M270 only M270 only PMCS, rest, or refueling Unscheduled maintenance or otherwise out of action

ONC = on call OPER = operational PMCS = preventive maintenance checks and services RL = reload point SPLL = self-propelled loader launcher

TECHNICAL POSTURING 4-140. The launcher crew makes 1 or more entries into the FCS to notify the BOC of the launcher status and location. These LCHR LST messages are entered as launcher OPER or INOP. Additional explanatory entries and the launcher's current location and altitude are entered.

OPER 4-141. Upon entering OPER into the LCHR LST message, the crew must choose a numeric code to further identify the launcher status. For OPER messages, these are location codes. When LCHR LST is sent, the AFATDS displays the launcher status (OPER or INOP), current ammunition loaded and quantity, the number of priority and standard missions, code location (for example, FP) and the last met that it received. Unit TSOP may assign code messages; however, only the code number will appear on the AFATDS. For example, OPER 06 might indicate that the launcher is fire mission-capable but is displacing with the platoon to a new OPAREA.

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INOP 4-142. The crew usually sends an INOP LCHR LST message to the BOC when the launcher is NMC. Instead of indicating locations like OPER codes do, INOP codes indicate reasons for the launcher being INOP. The codes may be assigned messages under unit SOP. The messages are displayed on the AFATDS weapons data when LCHR LST is transmitted. For example, INOP 07 might mean that the launcher is INOP if the crew is conducting PMCS or refueling.

Launcher List 4-143. After entering the OPER or INOP codes, the crew must verify and enter the launcher's grid coordinates and altitude for transmission to the AFATDS. The LCHR LST is transmitted after the location fields are edited. LCHR LST messages can also be used to send additional information. If a fire mission is stored in the FCS, the crew edits and transmits the fire mission target number. If no fire mission is stored, the target number is sent blank. The number and type of rockets onboard also can be sent. This updates the AFATDS on the launcher ammunition load. If the launcher module (LM) has been laid for a fire mission, the crew can transmit the azimuth of fire, quadrant elevation (QE), and fuze time. If the LM is not laid, these data are all zeros.

Fire Direction System Posturing 4-144. The FCS Weapon Status window in AFATDS shows launchers as OP, PART, MOBL, COOL, or INOP. The MOBL, COOL, or INOP launchers are not considered by the AFATDS when selecting a launcher to fire. The AFATDS continuously displays each launcher status and the code location and/or reason for the status in Weapons data. This provides easy reference for the BOC personnel in determining the battery's overall and individual launcher status and location. The AFATDS can transmit a command message to a launcher, directing the crew to bring the launcher to a hot (OPER) status. This message automatically turns on the SRP/PDS to begin the process. See table 4-5.

M142/M270A1 LAUNCHER INITIALIZATION STATES 4-145. Upon initialization of the M270A1/M142 fire control system that includes entering GPS keys, the GPS receiver in the PNU initializes from 1 of 2 states—warm or cold, also referred to as warm start and cold start. The initialization state is dependent on the quantity and quality of the navigation data available for use during initialization. Previous navigation data, if available, is stored on the MSU and used during GPS receiver initialization. Navigation data includes receiver location, time, almanac, and ephemeris. GPS receiver initialization is not possible without keys and usable signals from at least 4 satellites. Table 4-5. GPS Initialization States DATA PARAMETER

STARTUP CATEGORY COLD

WARM

HOT

Position Error

100 km

11 km

200 m

Velocity Error

75 m/sec

5 m/sec

2 m/sec

Time Error

1 year

1 min

< 10 μs

Almanac Age

none

< 3 months

N/A

Ephemeris Age

none

None

4 hours

Time to Fix

17 min

60 sec

20 sec

Success Probability

90%

90%

95%

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Table 4-5. GPS Initialization States DATA PARAMETER

STARTUP CATEGORY COLD

Legend km = kilometer m = meter min = minute

WARM

HOT

m/sec = meter per second sec = second μs = microsecond

Warm Start 4-146. A warm start is possible if the following criteria are met: • FCS is initialized with time (Zulu) that is within 5 minutes of synchronization with the GPS. • FCS is initialized with a location that is accurate within 5 kilometers. • Almanac and ephemeris data are stored on the MSU. 4-147. The GPS receiver will use this data to search for satellite signals. If 4 or more usable satellite signals are acquired and can be tracked, the GPS receiver will initialize and the PNU will become GPS aided in approximately 2 minutes. GPS aided is the desired navigational mode of the M270A1/M142.

Cold Start 4-148. If time, almanac, and ephemeris criteria are not met for a warm start, the GPS receiver will initialize from a cold start state. This may take as long as 17 minutes to complete. Launcher location that is accurate within 5 kilometers is also required for a cold start initialization. Initializing the PNU at an SCP in the non-aided mode and conducting the GPS receiver cold start while moving may reduce the time required for cold start. The GPS receiver becomes GPS aided as a result of the cold start initialization and the navigation data recorded on the MSU, which makes future warm starts possible.

Reacquisition 4-149. If satellite signal is lost and reacquired in less than 20 seconds a warm/cold start is not required. If reacquisition does not occur within 20 seconds, a warm start is required and will take approximately 2 minutes. Note: If the location stored on the MSU prior to movement varies by more than 5km from the location determined by the PNU when it becomes GPS aided, the gunner will receive the following prompt on the GDU: “POSITIONING VIOLATION RECYCLE AND UPDATE SYSTEM PARAMETERS.” The Gunner must power down the system and restart with a location grid within 5km of the current launcher location. The FCS will not allow fire mission processing until this is accomplished. Ideally, the launcher should remain in at least a warm start condition while in the hide area. This allows the launcher to reestablish satellite track quickly while moving to the firing point. This maximizes the opportunity to fire the missile in a GPS aided mode.

Weapon GPS Receiver Initialization Data 4-150. Initialization data is transferred from the PNU to the GPS receiver embedded in the ATACMS missile, immediately after “launcher lay.” The accuracy of time, location, and ephemeris data makes rapid initialization of the missile GPS receiver possible. This data transfer and initialization of the missile GPS receiver is referred to as hot start. This initialization can be completed in approximately 20 seconds.

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DETACHMENT OF THE MLRS FIRING PLATOON 4-151. The MLRS firing platoon can provide fires without its parent MLRS battery or battalion. Logistical support of the detached platoon is, however, a significant challenge. For a short time, a cannon battalion could provide limited support while the platoon's assigned ammunition section provides shorthaul Class V resupply. Detailed support must be planned and specific resources allocated to support the platoon before this type of mission is executed.

SECTION IV – RECONNAISSANCE, SELECTION, AND OCCUPATION OF POSITION

PLANNING 4-152. Frequent moves are common to MLRS operations. Survival on the modern battlefield necessitates such tactics. The battery commander must anticipate movement and plan in advance for displacement. He must keep the controlling headquarters advised of all factors that will impact on the movement of a platoon, the headquarters, or the battery as a whole. 4-153. Because MLRS units are dispersed, firing platoons conduct their own RSOP. The battery commander and the first sergeant conduct the reconnaissance and selection for only the battery HQ positions. 4-154. Platoon OPAREA reconnaissance is the responsibility of the platoon leader and the primary duty of the reconnaissance sergeant. The platoon reconnaissance party may also include the platoon sergeant in the platoon leader's absence and/or the ammunition section chief (or his representative) to advise on AHA positioning.

RSOP PROCESS 4-155. The keys to successful RSOP are discipline, teamwork, and rehearsal. A mission analysis is conducted to determine what the unit is required to do and how long it has to do it. The factors of METT-TC are considered and troop-leading procedures (TLPs) are initiated. TLPs provide a mental framework to ensure complete preparation, dissemination, and execution of the battery mission. The process provides a checklist for the commander from receipt of the mission to execution. The steps may occur out of order or simultaneously after receipt of the mission: • Receive the mission. Upon receipt of a warning order, FA FASP or OPORD, the commander must analyze the mission to identify fire support tasks. He examines each task to determine specific ammunition, logistics, and unit preparation requirements. He should identify the precombat checks (PCCs) that the sections must accomplish in priority. A battery SOP should have PCCs that support routine tasks. These checklists streamline mission preparation. Finally, the commander needs to set a time line for all critical events from issuing the warning order to execution. • Issue the warning order. The commander takes his battery mission, fire support tasks, PCC priorities, and time line and issues a warning order to maximize battery preparation time. Even incomplete information can allow the sections to accomplish most of their required preparations. A modified five-paragraph order works well. • Make a tentative plan. The commander must gather information to make his plan by focusing on battery level METT-TC and IPB, if available. The commander is concerned with positioning, movement, logistic support, rehearsals, and defense as he makes his plan. • Initiate movement. If the mission requires repositioning, the commander should start his battery movement as early as possible to make best use of available time. • Conduct reconnaissance. Depending on METT-TC, the reconnaissance may be a simple map reconnaissance. Ideally, it will consist of ground reconnaissance, establishing and verifying survey control, fully preparing the position to receive the battery, and developing the battery

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defense. Coordination for survey, engineer support, route security, adjacent unit coordination, and fire support can also be accomplished. Complete the plan. The commander must organize the information into a coherent order to issue to his sections. The level of detail will vary but must, at a minimum, convey the essential information to accomplish the critical fire support tasks. Prepare a terrain sketch or map board to use to issue the order. Rehearse to ensure a focused and clear delivery. Issue the order. Key players must be present for the brief. Headquarters and BOC personnel should attend so they understand their role. Be concise but specific in the sub-unit missions to each section. Once complete, use back-brief techniques to make sure your orders and priorities are understood. Have key leaders back brief you after they have had time to analyze and implement their part of the plan. State the specific items you will check or have another leader check. Update your time line and rehearsal schedule. Supervise. This is the most important step. Leaders must conduct precombat inspections (PCIs) and spot-check the plan to ensure that standards are met. In the defense especially, leaders must ensure that weapon range cards, fighting positions, observation posts, and knowledge are to standard. Use subordinate leaders to assist, but the commander must conduct the priority PCIs.

4-156. The time available will dictate the method of reconnaissance employed. The reconnaissance party is selected by the battery commander/1SG based on the mission and unit TSOP. Ammunition personnel are often included in reconnaissance parties to offer advice on vehicle placement and provide additional defensive firepower. 4-157. METT-TC and unit TSOP will dictate the size and composition of the advance party. Personnel on the advance party prepare the selected position for occupation by the main body and conduct a security sweep. Battery headquarters personnel conduct advance party operations. Firing platoons prepare their positions during reconnaissance operations. 4-158. After the advance or reconnaissance party, with its jump BOC or forward platoon HQ, has emplaced and is ready to transfer C2, the main body moves and occupies the new position. For a complete discussion of RSOP procedures, refer to FM 3-09.21.

Platoon OPAREA Considerations 4-159. One of the advantages of MLRS is that the system requires very little, if any, position preparation. The MLRS firing platoon uses no advance party. The position preparation that does occur is either completed during the reconnaissance or does not impact on operations and is completed after occupation. 4-160. The firing platoon has considerations beyond those discussed under the battery headquarters section: • Communications with the BOC. • Open areas for firing points. • Dispersion requirements of platoon position types; for example, FPs, HAs, RLs, SCPs, platoon HQ, and AHA. • Maximum cover and concealment for the platoon. • Trafficability within the OPAREA and location of the MSR. • Availability of a road network to reduce ground signature. • Traffic patterns for reload and other operations. • No major terrain or manmade features interfering with OPAREA operations. • Establish easily identifiable displacement routes from the OPAREA. Occupation 4-161. When the platoon sergeant arrives with the main body of the platoon, the platoon leader must ensure that all launchers reload, update SRP/PDS (as required), receive OPAREA data, and are thoroughly briefed on the OPAREA. The platoon sergeant should ensure that all combat, command and control, and support vehicles are positioned in accordance with the platoon leader's guidance.

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Security 4-162. Because of the limited number of personnel, lack of crew-served weapons, and large size of the platoon area, defense against a ground attack is limited. The platoon is a high-priority target for enemy ground maneuver and special operations forces. Because the platoon is often positioned as close as possible to the FLOT in the BCT sector, security must be a high priority to avoid exposing the launchers and nearby friendly units to enemy ground or indirect fire attack. The keys to survivability are the avoidance of detection and passive defense. The platoon sergeant is in charge of the platoon area security and performs the following tasks: • Coordinates with DS cannon and maneuver units within the OPAREA for direct fire support and early warning of imminent attack. • Uses mines and trip flares, if available (which requires extensive coordination). • Gives a rendezvous grid to each launcher for use in case of hasty or emergency displacement. • Places all crew served weapons on the most likely avenues of approach to the platoon HQ (usually with LP and/or OP at the entry control point in the AHA). • Has launcher chiefs dismount 1 man in the HA to provide local security, except during a fire mission.

MASKING DATA 4-163. Masks are terrain features that have enough altitude to interfere with the trajectory of the rocket or missile. There are 2 categories of masks: immediate and downrange. Immediate masks are within 2,000 meters of a launcher firing point and are measured and input to the FCS by individual section chiefs. Downrange masks are beyond 2,000 meters and are measured and input to the AFATDS by the platoon leader and/or battery operations officer, in accordance with unit operating procedures. Downrange masks are measured and applied in 2 ways: crest clearance tables and automated downrange mask checks.

CREST CLEARANCE TABLES 4-164. The tables at appendix G allow leaders to establish a minimum planning range beyond a crest for launchers in a specific firing area to ensure that rockets will clear the crest and that warhead events will not occur until the crest is cleared. This is most significant when deployed in mountainous regions. The planning range derived from the tables can be used to establish the size of the area beyond a crest that cannot be attacked from a particular firing point or OPAREA with rocket munitions.

AUTOMATED DOWNRANGE MASK CHECKS 4-165. Downrange masks can be entered in the AFATDS as three-dimensional boxes around the terrain feature. They are then used by the AFATDS during tactical fire direction to determine whether the target can be ranged from the launcher firing point (or platoon center) without striking a major terrain feature. The operations officer and/or platoon leader conducts a terrain profile analysis of the area and identifies terrain features that may interfere with the trajectory. He measures each of the terrain features in terms of altitude, width, and grid coordinates (see figure 4-4). He then ensures entry of this data into the AFATDS. 4-166. A consideration in using this method is that the three-dimensional box will normally be much larger than an existing terrain feature. This means that, although a terrain feature may not physically interfere with the trajectory, the described downrange mask may cause the AFATDS to detect a violation. Leaders can reduce this effect by selecting the smallest acceptable value for downrange mask width.

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Figure 4-4. Masking

SECTION V – CONTINGENCY OPERATIONS

FORCE PROJECTION 4-167. MLRS units must be capable of deploying anywhere in the world with little or no notice to provide long-range artillery fires for contingency forces. The following discussion is not intended to be all-inclusive but rather to highlight considerations when planning for contingency operations and deployment. 4-168. Force projection usually begins as a contingency operation—a rapid response to a crisis. Alert may come without notice, bringing with it a tremendous stress on soldiers and systems, accompanied by pressure from various external sources. In any event, rapid yet measured response is critical. 4-169. The following are considerations when preparing a force projection package.

DEPLOYMENT READINESS 4-170. Deployment readiness requires much leader time, focus, and energy. It also takes a great deal of soldier time to train for deployment, maintain deployment administrative and logistical sustainability, and continually follow up. A key to success is each unit’s deployment SOP. The SOP should be a thorough document designed to prepare the unit for deployment. SOPs should provide a “cookbook” approach to deployment procedures. The SOP ensures continuity as leaders change and prevents a rather complex process from being misunderstood. Consider including each of the following items when preparing the SOP: • Concept of deployment. • Required preparation procedures. • Deployment assistance. • Notification-hour sequence. • Checklists. • Report formats.

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Training for Deployment 4-171. Demanding and relevant training for deployment is important. It includes the tactical training necessary to cover contingencies in addition to rehearsing actual deployment procedures often. Soldiers should review tie-down procedures for transporting the unit via land, sea, or air. Practice includes all units rehearsing their parts in the alert sequence. When alerted to deploy, MLRS units must build on home station training by focusing on missions and conditions they expect to encounter in a particular contingency. Leaders must conduct mission essential individual and collective training during deployment and after arriving in the theater of operations.

Administrative and Logistical Readiness 4-172. In addition to tactical and deployment task proficiency, administrative and logistical sustainability to execute deployment require constant command emphasis. Primary factors include personnel, medical, and equipment readiness. Units must establish, maintain, and report prioritized lists of the following information: • Personnel and equipment shortages. • Non-mission capable, combat-essential equipment. • PLL zero balances. 4-173. Battalions must also verify that soldiers have completed weapon qualification, required individual and collective training such as CBRN common skills training, and that they have completed 100 percent soldier readiness processing for overseas movement, which may include the following: • Personnel deployability. „ Updated DD Form 93. „ VA Form 8286. „ Wills and powers of attorney. „ Properly sealed identification card. „ Identification tags. „ Privately owned vehicle disposition instructions. „ Approved family care plan (if required). • Medical/dental deployability. „ Immunizations. „ Human immunodeficiency virus test. „ Physical exam. „ Panoramic x-ray. „ Dental category 1 or 2. 4-174. Relatively minor discrepancies in personnel deployability criteria may be exacerbated in the face of deployment. Family care plans must be initiated and continuously reviewed. Family situations often change, and a care packet that is not properly maintained may contain outdated information. 4-175. Finally, the unit must establish and update unit movement plans, rear detachment plans (for example, disposition of personal property and privately owned vehicles), recall plans, and alert rosters. Recall plans should be practiced often and revised as necessary.

INTELLIGENCE 4-176. Early deploying units usually face a maze of complex information requirements—some relating to the enemy, others to local laws, availability of facilities, and similar considerations. Force projection operations need accurate and responsive tactical intelligence. To satisfy their intelligence requirements, MLRS commanders must determine the available sources and establish connectivity with appropriate agencies.

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FORCE TAILORING 4-177. Force tailoring is the process of determining the right mix of units and the sequence in which they are to deploy. MLRS commanders must be ready to deploy subordinate elements of their unit to support a particular force projection package.

JOINT OPERATIONS 4-178. Joint operations occur when multiple Service and functional components combine efforts under a JTF. The synchronization of air, land, sea, space, and special operations forces is critical to effectiveness and ultimate mission accomplishment. MLRS units may support any of a number of components during joint operations. One of the most likely is MLRS support of a Marine air ground task force (MAGTF). The exact size and composition of the MLRS unit to support MAGTF operations will be a function of METTTC. Normally, an MLRS battery or battalion will support a MEF or MEF Forward (MEF [Fwd]) based on METT-TC.

COMBINED OPERATIONS 4-179. Combined operations occur when 2 or more nations combine their efforts in a military operation. Force projection operations will almost always involve operations with other nations. MLRS commanders and soldiers should be sensitive to cultural differences that may impact their operations.

DEPLOYMENT 4-180. MLRS units are capable of deploying by air, land, or sea as part of an all Army force or as part of a combined arms force. Time lines for deployment will always be driven by METT-TC. Generally, this time line will be developed based on reverse planning at higher headquarters. Factors that affect reverse planning include, but are not limited to, aircraft availability; type, size, and amount of equipment; and personnel and equipment attached. Movement officers have to be experts, and automated unit equipment lists must be tracked meticulously.

METHODS Air 4-181. The MLRS M270 and M270A1 systems can be deployed by C17 and larger type aircraft. A M142 can be deployed by C130 and larger type aircraft. MLRS commanders must ensure that their soldiers are familiar with aircraft loading procedures as well as with Air Force rules and regulations regarding transport of equipment. Units must maintain current strategic load plans for all types of aircraft. The air load planning system enables computation of the required number and type of aircraft to carry the specified equipment and troops to be airlifted. Table 4-6 identifies the aircraft required to lift a representative battery and battalion.

Sea 4-182. MLRS units must also be prepared to deploy their equipment by sea. This is especially true for follow-on forces. MLRS commanders should ensure that their units are familiar with all facets of sealift operations.

Land 4-183. Units must often move their equipment to a seaport by rail or heavy equipment transport (HET), and then load the equipment onto ships. MLRS commanders must be familiar with specific vehicular requirements for transport and ensure that their soldiers are trained on proper loading techniques.

DEPLOYMENT PACKAGES 4-184. Because contingency forces are tailored to meet specific mission requirements, it is possible that only parts of an MLRS unit will deploy as part of a force projection package. These packages assume that a

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slice of C2 up to the battalion level will accompany each package. (The liaison vehicle is often used.) This allows for more rapid integration of follow-on elements of the battalion by having the structure in place. It also facilitates activities such as operational and logistics liaison with support from the battalion. Table 4-6 gives examples of possible MLRS packages that could support contingency operations. These tables are general in nature and do not include detailed ancillary personnel and equipment requirements. These tables do, however, include approximate numbers of direct support maintenance equipment and personnel. Table 4-6. MLRS Contingency Packages MLRS Battery Package Major Items of Equipment

MLRS Battalion Package Qty

Major Items of Equipment

Qty

Launcher

6

Launcher

18

M1068, CP

5

M1068, CP

13

M88A1 recovery vehicle

1

M88A1 recovery vehicle

4

M985 HEMTT

12

M985 HEMTT

36

HMMWVs

14

HMMWVs

26

M978 fuel tanker Cargo trucks

2

M978 fuel tanker

10

Cargo trucks

Personnel

MLRS Unit MST

7 26

Personnel

126

MLRS Unit

40

MST

Air Frames

424 73

Air Frames

C5A

5

C5A

17

C17

9

C17

17

SPECIAL OPERATIONS OPERATIONS IN MOUNTAINOUS TERRAIN 4-185. More ammunition may be required to support the force in mountainous terrain because of reduced munitions effects. 4-186. Additionally, mountainous regions may affect MLRS employment because of the low trajectory of MLRS rocket munitions. Leaders should use the crest clearance tables in planning platoon OPAREAs (see appendix G). 4-187. C2 is degraded in mountainous regions because of decreased effectiveness of FM radio communications. Movement control is more difficult on winding mountain roads, as is occupation and displacement. Terrain marches may be impractical or impossible. 4-188. Logistics resupply is more difficult because of the limited number of roads and slower convoy speeds. Survey may not be as accurate, and terrain masks may limit target acquisition. Cross-country restrictions force the enemy to use roads and trails, which will enhance interdiction fires. Ambushes are likely in this type of terrain.

OPERATIONS IN JUNGLE TERRAIN 4-189. MLRS is not normally appropriate for jungle operations. Jungle terrain is more suited to light cannon artillery. The MLRS generally requires open firing areas and freedom of movement to maximize both its effectiveness and survivability. Jungle operations also present problems because of the high humidity and dense vegetation. Humidity may reduce electronic equipment and launcher LRU operability. Dense vegetation degrades M77 munitions effects. In a thick canopy, DPICM is not effective.

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4-190. Communication is degraded because of high humidity, vegetation density, and electronic line-ofsight restrictions. Antennas may have to be elevated to overcome line-of-sight restrictions. 4-191. Immediate masks are prevalent in jungle terrain. Selection of platoon OPAREAs and launcherfiring points is hampered by soft terrain and thick vegetation. Terrain marches may be restricted. 4-192. Logistics resupply is hampered by reduced mobility, and survey control is more difficult to establish. Target acquisition accuracy is degraded because of heavy foliage. Launchers should be positioned closer together to provide for better security.

NORTHERN REGION OPERATIONS 4-193. Northern operations are characterized by frozen earth, snow-covered terrain, intense sunlight, and prolonged darkness. Rocket and missile smoke trails last longer in cold weather, thus making launchers more readily identifiable to enemy TA assets. 4-194. Radio communications can be unreliable in extreme cold, and equipment may become inoperative. 4-195. Frozen, snow-covered terrain may limit the number of available positions for platoon OPAREAs. Mobility is slowed for headquarters elements, as wheeled vehicles and trailers generally are not suited for operations in northern areas. In extreme cold, metal tends to become brittle and parts breakage increases. Convoys must travel in a close column during whiteout conditions and prolonged darkness. 4-196. Reduced mobility and difficulty in determining grid locations hamper logistics resupply. Snowstorms and intense cold can adversely affect target acquisition equipment.

MILITARY OPERATIONS ON URBAN TERRAIN 4-197. The massive growth of urban areas and manmade changes to the landscape significantly affect the conduct of future battles. Commanders at all levels must be aware of the unique advantages and disadvantages associated with operations conducted in and around cities, towns, villages, and similar builtup areas. Special techniques may be used in attacking the defilade areas between buildings. Increasing the target altitude used in the AFATDS and FCS will allow the submunitions to achieve a more vertical fall prior to detonation and thus clear buildings and other obstructions (see figure 4-5). Commanders must, however, consider the precision error and large submunitions dispersion patterns when applying this method of attack due to the high probability of extensive collateral damage. Low-level winds at the target area will add to the precision error. At longer ranges, large altitude adjustments may yield a “NO SOLUTION ERROR” in the launcher FCS. 4-198. C2 of a firing platoon operating in an urban area is demanding. Decentralization to the maximum feasible extent may be required. The reduced ability to communicate necessitates more detailed orders and TSOPs. The height and density of structures reduce the planning ranges for all organic radio equipment. Imaginative positioning of antennas for the platoon HQ, such as intermingling them with existing civilian antennas or in treetops, may increase transmission range and enhance survivability. Existing civilian communication networks may be used to supplement the organic capability of the unit.

Figure 4-5. Urban Targeting Solution

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4-199. MLRS units should not position launchers in built-up areas. Buildings can serve as concealment for hide areas, but the low trajectory of the system necessitates open areas for firing. Any urban area used for hide or CP positions should— • Be free of civilians. • Be away from the center of the built-up area. • Have several routes of escape. • Be off the main high-speed avenues. • Afford as much cover and concealment as possible. 4-200. The use of existing structures (such as barns, auto repair shops, and warehouses) as hide areas or CP locations maximizes protection and minimizes the camouflage effort. 4-201. More time must be allotted for reconnaissance. Depending on the density of buildings in the area, the reconnaissance party may have to use infantry techniques for house-to-house fighting to clear and check the buildings.

DESERT OPERATIONS 4-202. Deserts are arid, barren regions that cannot support any quantity of life because of lack of fresh water. They are characterized by temperature extremes (136 degrees Fahrenheit (F) in Libya or Mexico to bitter cold in the Gobi Desert) with fluctuations exceeding 70 degrees F. Fire support considerations vary according to the type of desert; however, considerations common to all include munitions effects due to the temperature extremes and a lack of identifiable terrain features. The three types of deserts are discussed below.

Mountain 4-203. The desert is characterized by barren, rocky ranges separated by flat basins that may be studded by deep gullies created during flash floods.

Rocky Plateau 4-204. The desert has slight relief with extended flat areas and good visibility. It is characterized by steepwalled, eroded valleys (wadis). These are extremely attractive for concealment and limited cover but are subject to flash flooding.

Sandy or Dune 4-205. The desert has extensive flat areas covered with dunes subject to wind erosion. The dune size, the texture of sand, and the leeward gradient may diminish haul capacity or prohibit movement entirely. 4-206. Map reading is difficult and resections are impossible, unless a number of prominent points are available. Position data from PADS, the launcher FCS, and the DAGR are critical. 4-207. Lack of vegetation makes camouflage difficult. In all cases, the MLRS unit is visible to the ground observer. From about 400 meters in the air, the camouflaged command posts appear bigger than the surrounding dunes or mounds of sand and vegetation. Moving directly from position to position using special formations is not only feasible but often preferable. 4-208. High temperature and ever-present sand cause failures in mechanical and electronic equipment. Fuel and air filters must be cleaned after each operation, sometimes twice per day. Optics become opaque unless protected. Static electricity caused by hot winds interferes with refueling operations, radio traffic, and launcher reload operations. Turning radii of tracked vehicles is limited because of the buildup of sand between the idler wheel and the track. 4-209. See FM 90-3 for additional information on desert operations.

AMPHIBIOUS ASSAULT 4-210. Inherent in the concept of an amphibious assault is the projection of a fighting force into an area on shore that is assumed to be heavily defended. The force must build in combat power from zero strength to a

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point where it is effective and credible. To provide adequate support, an MLRS unit must be prepared to fire immediately upon landing. 4-211. Although MLRS units are not intended to fulfill amphibious assault requirements, they may be required to conduct transit from ship-to-shore via landing craft. The force or MAGTF commander must consider the limitations of MLRS unit equipment with respect to each of the landing craft capabilities because MLRS unit equipment is not currently “through-surf” capable.

Landing Craft, Air Cushion (LCAC) 4-212. This preferable method of ship-to-shore transit for the MLRS unit allows the launchers to disembark on dry land, affording maximum protection to MLRS system electronic components.

Landing Craft, Mechanized (LCM-8) 4-213. The commander must consider that use of the LCM-8 will likely expose the launcher to partial immersion, potentially damaging components with salt water. However, these craft can be used for all ancillary-wheeled vehicles. 4-214. Positioning coordination with the supported maneuver force is critical on beachheads. Units must remain flexible to change the predetermined positions as the situation develops on the beachhead. 4-215. Units must plan to embark and debark with all available MTOE equipment. Vehicles must be prepared for fording. Wheeled vehicle tires may be partially deflated for improved performance on beach sand. Salt water and sand increase the need for preventive maintenance. Unit basic loads must be transported forward with the unit. An adequate ship-to-shore resupply of ammunition must be part of the plan and coordinated by the controlling FA headquarters S-4.

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Delivery of Fires The delivery of field artillery fires depends on locating an appropriate target, analyzing that target to determine the proper method of attack (tactical fire direction), converting the call for fire into firing data (technical fire direction), and delivering the required ordnance on the target to meet the needs of the supported commander. The versatility of the MLRS automated systems allows smooth, rapid, and accurate fire planning, target processing, and engagement. This chapter addresses those functions of the battalion that are directly associated with the delivery of fires.

SECTION I – INTRODUCTION

ORGANIZATION AND STRUCTURE ORGANIZATION 5-1. Organizations supported by MLRS units normally include brigade, division, corps, and EAC and/or JTF. A number of fire support planning and execution agencies support the targeting process for, and request fires from, MLRS units. These agencies include, but are not limited to, the following: • National/joint Service target acquisition sensors and processing facilities. • Division and corps FSCs. • Brigade and battalion FSCs. • Intelligence collection, analysis, and dissemination nodes of the all-source analysis system/analysis control element.

STRUCTURE 5-2. Command and control requirements for MLRS units are centered on a fire support structure that supports the concept of operation. This structure includes acquisition, C2, and fire control systems from the sensor system through the delivery system.

Rockets 5-3. Rockets will normally be fired at targets within the division area of operations (AO) by an attached or reinforcing MLRS battalion or an attached fires brigade (FIB). These units supporting the division are normally under the control of an attached FIB with input from the division FSC.

Missile 5-4. The employment of Army tactical missile system (ATACMS) missiles will normally be retained at division and higher levels. However, the FIB MLRS battalion may fire missiles that have been apportioned to the FIB to support its mission or that have been directed to be fired by the FIB in support of a division mission. Therefore, all firing elements and platforms of the MLRS battalion must be prepared for ATACMS missions. 5-5. The key to effective employment of ATACMS is planning and coordination (prior to execution). The planning tasks and functions necessary for the employment of ATACMS will be managed under centralized control normally at division or echelons above division (EAD). Execution functions for fixed or

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non-mobile targets may also be initiated under centralized control. Responsiveness may be improved by tailoring linkages to allow shorter paths (decentralized execution) from target acquisition sources through FIB or MLRS battalion nodes to the launcher for the attack of fleeting targets. If the force commander desires to decentralize execution for certain targets (typically high priority fleeting targets that are vulnerable to attack for very short periods of time), a subordinate commander (unit) will normally be designated as the execution authority.

PROCESSING BY ECHELON 5-6. It is essential that requests for fires be entered as expeditiously as possible into the FS system. This is done manually or in a semiautomatic mode using a variety of systems. The AFATDS performs corps/division FSC, fires brigade, MLRS battalion, battery, and platoon functions. All fire planning and FDC personnel work with different functions of the system appropriate to the assigned echelon: • Corps/division FC (AFATDS). „ Functions as the primary fire planning and execution system for AFOM missions. „ Determines target values and priorities. „ Determines commander's criteria for effects/effects processing. „ Conducts weapon-to-target pairing. „ Determines units to fire based on coordinated airspace. „ Acts as the primary fire planning agency for ATACMS. „ Considers target values and priorities. „ Considers commander's criteria for effects. „ Checks for FSCM violations. • FIB computer (AFATDS). „ Performs fire planning function. „ Checks for FSCM violations. „ Performs tactical fire direction and status reporting. „ Sets ammunition expenditure and supply limits. „ Relays fire mission message to MLRS battalion FDC. • Battalion computer (AFATDS). „ Distributes fire missions based on specified fire units. „ Checks for FSCM violations. „ Performs tactical fire direction and status reporting. „ Assists batteries in coordination of positions. „ Distributes and disseminates fire plans (target lists) to batteries. • Battery computer (AFATDS). „ Performs tactical fire direction and status reporting. „ Checks for FSCM violations. „ Checks for mask violations. „ Assigns missions to launchers based on current status. „ Distributes fire plans. „ Maintains launcher status.

FIRE DIRECTION CENTERS BATTALION 5-7. The battalion FDC tactically controls the fires of the battalion with the AFATDS. The battalion FDC is the net control station (NCS) for the operations/fire (OPS/F) and fire direction (FD) nets and the primary link with the supported commander’s FSC (or force field artillery (FA) headquarters if 1 is designated) for all delivery of fires by the MLRS battalion.

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5-8. Selection of targets for the MLRS battalion is the responsibility of the controlling FA headquarters or FSC Fire plans are sent to a battalion as target lists with specific implementing instructions (for example, H-hour and times relative to H-hour in a series). The battalion selects platoons to execute the fire missions then transmits the targets or the complete plans to the battery for execution. Targets that fall in the category of unscheduled fires are distributed on the basis of battery or platoon status (range to target, number of missions in progress, launcher availability, and ammunition type and status).

BATTERY 5-9. The MLRS battery is concerned solely with the delivery of fires. The AFATDS enables the battery to command and control all battery assets and, if necessary, assume control of battalion functions. The battery engages targets in 1 of 2 modes—scheduled or unscheduled fires. These modes determine the way the AFATDS processes missions. 5-10. The battery AFATDS usually performs the fire direction tasks automatically. Battery FDC functions include the following: • Target analysis and selection of type and number of rockets and/or missiles to fire based upon established guidance. • Downrange mask checks. • Fire support coordination measures and air corridor checks. • Selection of launcher to respond. • Transmission of fire orders. • Recording the missions.

PLATOON 5-11. The AFATDS enables the platoon to command and control all platoon assets and, if necessary, assume control of battery functions. When fire mission data is received or manually entered, the fire control system (FCS) automatically processes and acts on the information. Once executed, the actual firing of the munitions is initiated with inputs from the FCS operator. The method of fire control determines when the FCS permits these actions. (See section III.)

SECTION II – ACCURATE PREDICTED FIRE 5-12. Providing lethal, responsive fires in support of maneuver is dependent on the ability to achieve accurate first-round fire for effects on targets precisely when needed. To achieve responsive fires, MLRS units must conduct thorough and effective fire planning, and maximize the capabilities and the versatility of automated systems (AFATDS, FCS) used for tactical and technical fire control. 5-13. To achieve accurate first-round effects on a target, MLRS units must compensate for nonstandard conditions as completely as time and the tactical situation permit. There are 5 requirements for achieving accurate first-round effects: accurate target location and size, firing unit location, weapon and ammunition information, meteorological information, and computational procedures. If these requirements are met, the firing unit will be able to deliver accurate fires. If the requirements for accurate predicted fire cannot be met completely, accuracy will be degraded accordingly.

TARGET SIZE AND LOCATION 5-14. Establishing the range from the launcher to the target requires accurate and timely detection, identification, and location of targets. Determining their size and disposition on the ground is also necessary so accurate firing data can be computed. Determining the appropriate time and type of attack requires consideration of the target size (radius or other dimensions) and the direction and speed of movement. Target location is determined by using various TA assets.

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LAUNCHER LOCATION 5-15. Accurate range and direction from the launcher to the target requires accurate launcher location. Each launcher is capable of determining its location to the appropriate accuracy. Additionally, as back up, the battalion survey section may use the PADS to provide accurate survey information for launchers as required.

SURVEY SUPPORT 5-16. Each M270-equipped MLRS battalion has 3 survey sections equipped with PADS. (The M270A1/M142-equipped battalions will have 1PADS. The PADS provides survey control for the current and planned platoon OPAREAs. Each M270 launcher section is equipped with a GPS device (AN/PSN11), and both M142 and M270A1 launchers have onboard GPS and DAGR (AnPSN-13) capability. 5-17. Each battalion PADS may be allocated to and controlled by a BOC. The BOC then directs the PADS section to link up with platoon leaders requiring survey support. The locations of all SCPs are maintained on the BOC situation map or charts for future use. On completion of the survey mission, a PADS chief reports to the battalion TOC for further instructions. 5-18. M270 launcher crews use SCPs to initialize, update, and calibrate the launcher PDS. Although launchers do not require directional control, there must be horizontal and vertical position control in each of the platoon OPAREAs. There may also be a requirement for establishing SCPs for conducting PDS calibration for M270 launchers. The survey section establishes these SCPs with the PADS by using 10-minute Z-VEL (zero-velocity) corrections.

REQUIRED ACCURACIES 5-19. There are different required accuracies for firing associated with SCPs for MLRS. Although the SCP accuracy requirements may seem restrictive, they are based on the accuracy of the launcher SRP/PDS and the assumption that the launcher will move no more than 6 to 8 kilometers between SCPs before conducting an update. The SCP accuracy requirements ensure that, after the launcher moves 6 to 8 kilometers, the SRP/PDS will retain accuracy within the prescribed MLRS firing point requirement. STANAG 2934 defines the MLRS SCP accuracy requirement as 8 meters CEP for position and 3.6 meters probable error (PE) in altitude (see table5-1). Table 5-1. Required Accuracies MLRS SCPs

CEP (Position)

PE (Altitude)

8 meters

3.6 meters

SCP = survey control point STANAG 2934 and The Army Positioning and Navigation Master Plan, 9 September 1990.

SYSTEM ACCURACY 5-20. The primary systems for establishing position control for launchers (PADS and DAGR) have different system accuracies (see table 5-2).

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Table 5-2. System Accuracy System

CEP (Position)

PE (Altitude)

PADS-1

7 meters

3 meters

DAGR

10 meters

10 meters

DAGR = Defense advanced global position system receiver PADS = position and azimuth determining system 1 Updated using 10 min Z-VEL corrections. Figure of merit (FOM) of 1. 5-21. On the basis of both the system accuracies of PADS and DAGR and the required accuracies established for SCPs and FPs, PADS is currently the only means to establish position control at SCPs. The DAGR can be used to establish position control if the data is entered during an update at the FP from which the launcher will fire. Note: The M270A1 and M142 launchers, in the GPS aided mode, can establish their own SCPs.

PRIMARY METHOD OF SURVEY—STARTING DATA 5-22. The accuracy of the data produced by PADS is directly related to the accuracy of its starting data. MLRS units require fifth-order survey. When possible, starting data for the battery PADS should be at least of fourth-order accuracy (see table 5-3). These data can be obtained from higher headquarters, trig lists, or other artillery units operating in the same area as the MLRS unit. 5-23. When surveyed starting data are not available, use the alternate methods described below. Survey control is provided to the platoons by the battalion survey. Ideally, the SCPs are located on readily identifiable and accessible terrain, such as road junctions. The launcher personnel must be able to locate each point and stop the launcher at the SCPs without excessive maneuvering. Within platoon OPAREAs, SCPs for launcher updates are normally established at the reload points. The POC personnel give SCP coordinates and altitude to each launcher section and the PADS survey section. They also leave these data on a tag at a marker to identify the SCP.

Table 5-3. Position Specifications 4th Order

5th Order

Accuracy (units of error to similar units of survey)

1:3,000

1:1,000

Easting/northing coordinates computed to:

0.01 meter

0.1 meter

Height computed to:

0.1 meter

0.1 meter

ALTERNATE METHODS OF SURVEY 5-24. If there is no survey control in a unit equipped with the M270 launcher, the platoon leader must establish alternate methods of survey: • Use the DAGR (AN/PSN-13) to establish survey. • Use adjacent unit SCPs or their survey assets to extend survey control into the OPAREA. • Use SCPs outside the OPAREA. Depending on the number of SCPs and their distance from the firing points, this method may severely limit platoon operations; launchers should be updated after 6 to 8 kilometers of travel.

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• •

Use the launcher SRP/PDS to establish SCPs in the OPAREA by transferring survey from other SCPs and known points. This method may create some accuracy loss (accuracy depends on the distance traveled by the launcher). However, it is as accurate as hasty survey techniques up to an 8-kilometer transfer distance, and it is faster. Use a hasty survey (a graphic resection) to establish SCPs. The steps for establishing survey control through graphic resection are described in appendix F. Use map spotting. Well-trained map readers using graphic training aid (GTA) can often establish an SCP to the same accuracy as by using hasty survey techniques. Map spotting should be used only as a last resort.

M270 LAUNCHER SURVEY CONTROL POINTS 5-25. Although cover and concealment are factors in SCP selection, utility should be the primary consideration. The SCP must be readily accessible so the driver can stop the launcher with the rear edge of the left drive sprocket aligned next to the SCP marker. The area and SCP marker must be such that the driver can position the launcher without ground guidance or excessive maneuvering. The SCPs should be collocated with a reload point, if possible. This allows rapid return of the launcher to operational status.

M270A1/M142 LAUNCHERS SURVEY CONTROL POINTS 5-26. SCPs are required for M270A1/M142 operations. The exact number depends on the unit SOP; launchers often use SCPs located at reload points, and each unit has its own ammunition resupply method. Each fully operational M270A1/M142 launcher can establish its own SCP for future use. For example, an M270A1/M142 launcher that has lost its global positioning system (GPS) capability can still fire missions as long as the launcher PNU is initialized on an SCP and updated as required.

WEAPON AND AMMUNITION INFORMATION 5-27. A thorough understanding and consideration of performance characteristics for the launcher and the variety of munitions types is imperative. The ballistic algorithm embedded in the launcher FCS accounts for specific ammunition information (weight, ambient temperature, and ammunition type).

METEOROLOGICAL INFORMATION 5-28. The effects of weather on the rocket/missile in flight must be considered, and firing data must compensate for those effects. Use of current meteorological information in the FCS allows the firing solution to compensate for current weather conditions. 5-29. The launcher FCS uses all lines of the current computer meteorological message to compute firing data. Rockets are particularly sensitive to low-level winds. 5-30. Meteorological messages are usually received in a digital secure mode from the controlling headquarters AFATDS and/or MMS. They are routed through the battalion or battery and sent to the FCS. The battery sends meteorological messages to all launchers and platoons simultaneously. 5-31. The platoon AFATDS can store the message and retransmit it to a launcher if necessary. Both the platoon and the launcher FCS can be manually loaded with meteorological data through keyboard entry, if required. 5-32. The interfaces directly with the MMS. Current meteorological information can be obtained by communicating directly with the MMS on the meteorology section net.

METEOROLOGICAL MESSAGE SPACE CONSIDERATIONS 5-33. The accuracy of a meteorological message may decrease as the distance from the meteorological sounding site increases. Local topography has a pronounced effect on the distance that meteorological data can be reasonably extended. In mountainous terrain, distinct variations of wind occur over short distances. This effect extends to much greater heights than the mountaintops. Large bodies of water will affect both

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the time and space considerations of the meteorological message due to the land and sea breezes and the effect of humidity on density (increases in humidity decrease air density). Meteorological messages for artillery are considered valid up to 20 kilometers from the balloon release point over gently rolling terrain. The validity distance decreases proportionally with the roughness of the terrain.

METEOROLOGICAL MESSAGE TIME CONSIDERATIONS 5-34. Time may decrease the accuracy of a meteorological message because of the changing nature of weather. There are no specific rules for determining the usable time, because that determination depends on the characteristics of the atmosphere, periods of transition, meteorology section movement, personnel, supplies and equipment, and the altitude of the meteorological message required by the firing unit. When the weather pattern is variable, the usable time is variable. If a frontal passage is forecast for the area, the meteorology team will take a new sounding after the passage of the front. When the weather pattern is stable, and is forecast to remain so, time between messages may be extended up to several hours or longer, depending on the time of day and existing weather conditions. Periods of transition account for a portion of the time consideration. General guidance in preparing flight schedules for soundings follows. • During and just after sunrise, temperature changes occur as the atmosphere becomes heated. Temperatures are more stable throughout the afternoon. Therefore, soundings are performed more often (every 2 hours) in the morning and less often (every 4 hours) in the afternoon. • As sunset approaches, the air cools rapidly. During this time, changing temperatures are monitored closely. Flight schedules may have to be adjusted (to 1 every 2 hours) as the atmosphere cools. The cooling air stabilizes about 2 hours after sunset. At this time, flights normally return to a schedule of once every 4 hours. • During night and early morning hours, the atmosphere reaches maximum cooling and becomes stabilized. During this time, soundings could be taken at intervals that exceed 2 hours, and 4-hour intervals between flights are common. • Regardless of the above, the tactical situation and the immediate needs of the unit are the main considerations that determine sounding schedules.

CRITERIA FOR USE OF METEOROLOGICAL DATA 5-35. The order of preference of various sources of met data (see table 5-4) for use by MLRS units is: • Current MET message from a station within 20 kilometers of the launch point and less than 2 hours old. • Current meteorology (MET) message from the nearest station more than 20 kilometers from the launch point. • Met messages more than 2 hours old but from a station within 20 kilometers of the launch points. A met message that is 4 hours old may be used except when day/night transitions or frontal passages are occurring. Table 5-4. Meteorological Message Areas of Validity Type Terrain

Area of Validity

Level Mountainous Coastal

20-km radius 10-km radius 15-km radius

km = kilometer

METEOROLOGICAL MESSAGE CHECKING PROCEDURES 5-36. When the FDC receives a meteorological message, it should be checked to ensure that it is valid. Any peculiarities noted in the message should be questioned. If the timeliness or validity of a meteorological message is doubted, the message should be questioned and referred to the artillery meteorology section, whose personnel are qualified to explain message variations or to correct message transmission errors. (See figure 5-2 for an example of a computer meteorological message.) Verbal

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transmission of meteorological messages may cause copying errors, particularly if the message is copied down on something other than the standard (ballistic or computer) meteorological form. Note: Meteorological measuring and forecasting capability is improving rapidly. Block III Profiler will soon replace the balloon on the battlefield with microwave and satellite technology. Accurate meteorological data will then be available continuously upon request.

MESSAGE HEADING 5-37. Check the ballistic or computer meteorological message heading as follows: • Check message type, octant, and location entries for correctness. • Check date-time entries to ensure that data are current. If the meteorological message is more than 4 hours old, consult with the meteorology section to determine message validity (datetime entries are expressed in Greenwich Mean Time). • Map-spot the altitude of the MMS by using the latitude and longitude from the location block in the header of the meteorological message. (See FM 3-25.26 for additional information on how to plot a latitude and longitude. An error of 50 meters or more will affect air temperature and density and/or pressure corrections applied to firing data.)

MESSAGE BODY 5-38. Check the ballistic meteorological message body as follows: • Ballistic wind direction should trend in a fairly uniform manner. Question drastic changes (1,000 mils or greater) or sudden reverses of wind direction from line to line, particularly if wind speeds are more than 10 knots. Note: Direction changes greater than 1,000 mils are common when wind speeds are 10 knots or less. • •

Question severe increases or decreases (10 knots or greater) in wind speed from line to line. Ballistic temperatures and densities normally show an inverse relationship; that is, as temperature increases, density should decrease. Check for drastic changes (2 percent or more) in density or temperature. Ballistic temperature and density should change smoothly between zones.

Figure 5-2. Computer Meteorological Message

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5-39. Consecutive messages should show a trend that relates to the actual weather conditions, unless weather conditions have changed during sunrise or sunset transition periods or because of a frontal passage, rain, snow, or a rapid increase or decrease in cloud cover. 5-40. Check for errors in the computer meteorological message as follows: • Question drastic wind direction changes (1,000 mils or greater) or sudden reverses of wind direction from line to line, particularly if wind speeds are more than 10 knots. Note: Direction changes greater than 1,000 mils are common when wind speeds are 10 knots or less. • • • •

Question severe increases or decreases (10 knots or greater) in wind speed from line to line. Question a severe increase or decrease (over 20 degrees) in temperature from line to line. Check for differences in identification line pressure and surface pressure. Both should match. Check for increases in pressure. Pressure should decrease smoothly from line to line. Pressure will never increase with height.

5-41. Atmospheric pressures always decrease consistently from line to line. Pressure will never increase with height. Transposed figures are the most common errors in pressure values. If errors in pressure are determined, the meteorology section must verify the corrected values.

COMPUTATIONAL PROCEDURES 5-42. The computation of firing data must be accurate. Current automated computational techniques and systems yield accurate and timely firing data. Individual and collective training reduces the probability of procedural or data input error.

SECTION III – TACTICAL AND TECHNICAL FIRE DIRECTION

TACTICAL FIRE DIRECTION 5-43. Tactical fire direction is the process that results in a decision on whether and how a target will be attacked. Specifically, it answers the following questions: • Location of the target. Is it safe to fire? Is it within range? Are there intervening crests? Can the target be attacked? • Nature of the target. How large is it? What is its degree of protection? • Timeliness of target information. Is it a fleeting target? • Ammunition available. What do the units have on hand to fire? • Firing units available. Who is in range and ready to fire? • Commander's guidance and/or TSOP. What do we want to do to the target? • Request for fire. What did the requestor ask for? Can the battalion give it to him? Should the battalion give it to him? • Munitions effects. Given the ammunition available, nature of the target, and commander's guidance, how should the target be attacked? • Tactical situation. When should the battalion fire? Are special instructions required?

TARGET ANALYSIS 5-44. Target analysis is the examination of a potential target to determine the most suitable weapon, firing unit, ammunition, and method for attacking the target.

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5-45. The amount of time devoted to target analysis and the thoroughness of the analysis depend on the following: • Amount of target information. • Availability of weapons and munitions to attack the target. • Urgency of the engagement. • Precedence of attack. 5-46. An FDO selects a particular precedence of attack after considering the following: • Target characteristics. Targets vary considerably in composition, degree of protection, shape, mobility, and recoverability. • Target location. The proximity of the target to friendly troops, probability of collateral damage, and the accuracy of the target location must be considered. • Terrain. The terrain in the target area has a direct effect on the vulnerability of the target. Certain terrain provides complete protection from some angles of approach but not from others. Thus, it influences the unit and munitions to be employed. The type of vegetation in the target area should be considered in the selection of ammunition. • Weather. Weather is of little consequence in evaluating a target to be attacked with some munitions. However, precipitation and wind are of particular importance, for example, in evaluating a target to be attacked with DPICM or APAM. • Commander's criteria. All phases of target analysis are conducted within constraints established by the commander. In determining the precedence for attacking a target, primary consideration should be given to the commander's target priorities. On the basis of ammunition constraints, a commander will also specify the type of effects desired against specific target sets. The three target effects categories are suppression, neutralization, and destruction.

MOST SUITABLE AMMUNITION AND WEAPONS 5-47. When an FDO decides to attack a target, selection of a weapon-ammunition combination that can achieve the desired effect must incur a minimum expenditure of available ammunition.

Ammunition 5-48. The following are considerations in determining the most suitable ammunition: • Type and quantity available. The nature of the target, its surroundings, and the desired effects dictate the type and amount of ammunition to be used. • Troop safety. The FDO must ensure that fires do not endanger friendly troops, equipment, and facilities. • Residual effects. Residual effects from special ammunition may influence whether a friendly unit can occupy an area. Conditions may be hazardous for supported troops occupying an area immediately after an attack with certain munitions. • Effectiveness. The FDO must ensure that maximum effectiveness is attained from every mission fired. To match the optimum ammunition type to a target, the FDO must know what damage the ammunition can produce and the damage required to defeat a target.

Weapons 5-49. The following are considerations in determining the most suitable weapons: • System response time. An FDO must ascertain the urgency of each fire mission and be aware of the status of each launcher. • Predicted fire capability. The FDO must know the current survey and meteorological status of all firing units under his control.

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METHOD OF ATTACK 5-50. The FDO must select a method of attack that ensures target area coverage and desired target effects: • Aiming points. Normally, the size of the area to be attacked depends on the size of the target or the size of the area in which the target is known or suspected to be located. • Density and duration of fires. Intense fires of short duration generally produce the best effects on a target.

METHOD OF CONTROL 5-51. The battery AFATDS uses the following methods of control: • Fire when ready (FWR). • At my command (AMC). • On call (ONC). Must be changed to another method before execution. • Time on target (TOT). Uses a time for effects on target. • Timed when ready (TWR). • Timed time on target (TTT).

Fire When Ready 5-52. The FWR method of control allows the operator to arm and fire the weapons at his own discretion once the rocket launcher is aimed. The rocket launcher is considered aimed when the launcher is within +/3 mils of the commanded aimpoint and the rate of rocket launcher movement is less than 20 mils a second.

At My Command 5-53. The AMC method of control provides the battery FDC with the decision of when to fire the munitions. The AMC allows for the automatic execution of the fire mission up to achieving aimpoint. Once aim-point is reached, the FCS transmits a ready to fire message to FDC and awaits reception of the fire command before continuing. At the appropriate time, FDC transmits an amended call for fire (CFF) containing the fire command. Upon reception of the amended CFF, the FCS prompts the operator to ARM WEAPONS and then FIRE WEAPONS. The fire command may be overridden by placing the arm/safe switch to the ARM position once the ready to fire message has been transmitted.

On Call 5-54. The ONC method of control initially places the FM into inactive target list, this must be amended before sent to the LCHR. The LCHR may also manually enter in an ONC into the LCFCP. The ONC fire mission begins execution when the launcher receives an amended CFF changing this method of control. The fire mission then begins execution under the amended method of control. The FCS operator can manually execute the ONC mission by pressing the EXECUTE function key in the fire mission option screen. If manually executed, the ONC method of control executes the same as an AMC.

Time on Target 5-55. The TOT method of control is used to deliver munitions onto a target at a specific time. The launcher has 2 countdown clocks to inform the operator when to park and press the launcher lay (LCHR LAY) function key, and when to activate the arm and fire switches. The 2 clocks are based on a single TOT time of day entry. The first clock (CNTDN = NO LATER THAN FOR LCHR LAY) notifies the operator of the latest time the launcher should be parked, and the LCHR LAY key is pressed. This time is equal to the TOT time of day entry minus the current system time, any weapon processing time, nominal launcher module (LM) movement time, the estimated flight time of the munitions, and 20 additional seconds. The countdown clock is updated every second until the LCHR LAY function key is pressed. If the clock reaches 0, it remains at 0 until the LCHR LAY key is pressed. Once the LCHR LAY key is pressed, a second clock (CNTDN = NO EARLIER THAN FOR FIRING) is displayed that notifies the operator when to activate the fire switch. The time displayed on the second countdown clock is calculated by subtracting

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the current system time and actual flight time of the rockets from the TOT time. When the fire switch is activated at a countdown clock time of zero seconds, the munitions will arrive on the target at the TOT time.

Timed When Ready 5-56. The TWR is a controlled FWR mission that has a no-later-than (NLT) time that the launcher should be parked and the LCHR LAY function key pressed. Also, a NET and NLT firing clock is provided to inform the operator when the FCS allows the arming and firing of the munitions. The operator is allowed to fire the munitions when the launcher is aimed and the current time of day is between the 2 time-of-day entries.

Timed Time on Target 5-57. The TTT is a modified TOT method of control. The time the weapons are to arrive on target for a TTT is within a window determined by the 2 time-of-day entries that were entered into the FCS.

PREDICTING WEAPON EFFECTS 5-58. One of the most important steps in performing a target analysis is determining the number and type of rounds required to produce the desired effects on a target. (Refer to the joint munitions effectiveness manuals for surface-to-surface weapons [JMEM/SS/JWES].)

MLRS RISK ESTIMATE DISTANCES 5-59. In close air support, artillery, mortars, and naval gunfire support fires, the term “danger close” is included in the method of engagement segment of a call for fire to indicate that friendly forces are within close proximity of the target. The close proximity distance is determined by the weapon and ammunition fired. The term “danger close” is used when there are friendly troops or positions within a prescribed distance of the target. This is simply a warning, not a restriction, to both the force commander and the FDC to take proper precautions. 5-60. Risk estimate distances allow commanders and FSCOORDs to estimate risk in terms of the probability of friendly causalities that may result from employing weapons against the enemy. Risk estimate distances are defined as the distance, in meters, from the intended point of impact at which a specific degree of vulnerability will not be exceeded. Actual classified risk estimate distances are determined by using the classified joint munitions effectiveness manual surface-to-surface weapons effectiveness systems (JWES) CD (FM 101-63-1-CD). 5-61. Table 5-5 provides unclassified risk estimate data for the currently fielded MLRS munitions. These distances will be used for training only. The data are based on an assumed location error, posture of the friendly troops concerned, and quantity of munitions fired. The range from the MLRS launcher to the target and the munitions type characterize the information presented. Commanders at all levels must determine the risk they are willing to accept for a particular mission or phase of a battle. This risk is specifically defined as the probability of incapacitation (PI) of a soldier. The 1/100 PI value can be interpreted as being less than, or equal to, 1 chance in 1 hundred. Note: Do not fire DPICM rockets when friendly forces are located beyond the target along the launcher-target line, as rocket debris will extend beyond the target area.

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Table 5-5. MLRS Risk Estimate Distances (Training Only) Risk-Estimate Distance (Meters) System

Description

M26 M26A2 M39 ATACMS M39A1 M48 MLRS

1/100 PI

1/1,000 PI

1/10,000 PI

1/3 2/3 Max 1/3 2/3 Max 1/3 2/3 Max Range Range Range Range Range Range Range Range Range

450 550 2,000 1,000 500

700 900 2,000 1,000 500

1,250 1,550 2,000 1,000 500

550 650 2,000 1,000 500

900 1,150 2,000 1,000 500

1,700 2,050 2,000 1,000 500

650 750 2,000 1,000 500

1,100 1,350 2,000 1,000 500

2,100 2,550 2,000 1,000 500

TECHNICAL FIRE DIRECTION 5-62. Technical fire direction is the process of converting weapon and ammunition characteristics, weapon and target locations, and meteorological information to firing data.

SECTION IV – AUTOMATED MISSION PROCESSING 5-63. MLRS battalions can expect to receive orders to fire from many varied sources. The automated AFATDS, FCS, and devices provide the backbone for processing orders to fire for the MLRS battalion. The battalion uses the AFATDS in mission processing. Fire mission source is not particularly important to the overall conduct of the fire mission execution process for automated processing of missions. It does have some significance to the tactical conduct of the mission in terms of estimates of normal expected TLE for ammunition selection and effects calculation. The following criteria are important to the outcome of the automated processes: • Target type. • Point of entry into the munition and fire unit selection process (node/system). • Linkage to the shooter. • Method of control. • Whether a munition has been specified. 5-64. The AFATDS perform tactical fire direction based on the MLRS platoon centers reported by the battery. Generally, the battery is the highest echelon tracking individual launcher status. 5-65. At a minimum, the battery maintains the following launcher conditions and states: • Activity. • Single busy (1 fire mission assigned and active). • Double busy (2 missions assigned and active). • Priority busy (1 or 2 highest priority missions). • Not busy. • Not moving. • Launcher operational status (OPER/INOP). • Reason. • Duration. • Location information. • Ammunition status and availability. 5-66. Launcher status reports are consolidated into platoon aggregates and reported to the battalion and subsequently the FIB and/or corps, as appropriate, according to a predetermined timetable. Because the FIB and/or corps AFATDS generally has the least current information concerning launcher status, it is possible

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that missions may be assigned to platoons that cannot comply. This should be reported as soon as possible because airspace coordination may require adjustment if alternative units are selected to fire the missions. Airspace coordination is normally conducted at the corps or JTF level. 5-67. Once the FDO determines the exact unit to fire, the mission(s) is transmitted to the designated battery. The battery then transmits the mission(s) to the designated launcher(s), when the time to fire becomes 30 minutes or less. The launcher(s) will receive the missions, compute the technical solution, and fire the mission(s) using the method of control specified in the mission. 5-68. Fire mission processing at MLRS battalion and battery FDCs treats all munitions in the same manner. At a minimum, an ammunition and fire unit message must be received and executed so the software can recognize the munition J-code in the CFF message. If effects processing is desired, entry of carrier delivery errors and effects data are required; otherwise, only volleys missions will be processed. When the fire mission is received at the battalion, the FDC will perform the tactical processing and (if applicable) effects processing. It will then format another call for fire for transmission to the battery. The battalion FDC will select the platoon to fire, if it has not been selected; otherwise, it will validate the AFATDS selection. 5-69. At the battery level, the FDC will perform the tactical functions appropriate to the battery echelon, select the launcher or launchers to fire, and generate a separate call for fire to each selected launcher. 5-70. Technical fire direction occurs at the launcher. The appropriate weapon application software and ballistics data must be resident on the launcher to fire a specific munition successfully. (See appendix I for ballistic algorithm tables.)

AUTOMATED TACTICAL FIRE DIRECTION 5-71. The FDC computer executes fire missions by establishing and updating relevant information. This function is graphically depicted in figure 5-3.

Figure 5-3. Fire Mission Execution

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TARGET ANALYSIS 5-72. Upon receipt of a fire mission message, the computer screens the target to determine the requirements for target analysis. The computer analyzes the target using the following information to determine its placement in the commander's criteria and to specify priority or non-priority handling: • Type/subtype/element. • Location. • Strength. • Behavior. • Permanence and age.

WEAPON (MUNITIONS/SUB MUNITIONS) SELECTION 5-73. Targets/missions received from a higher echelon computer that specify a weapon to be employed are evaluated. Although subordinate FDCs have the capability to change the weapon type, authorization to modify missions directed by a higher echelon computer must be coordinated. If the FDC is authorized to change the weapon directed, it must be done manually. 5-74. If ATACMS or Guided Unitary is selected, the AFATDS that performs the initial fire mission processing creates platoon airspace hazard (PAH) and target airspace hazard (TAH) geometries.

Platoon Air Hazard Message 5-75. When the AFATDS processes an AFOM fire mission or guided mission, it generates a PAH message. The message describes the aircraft danger area around the launcher selected to fire as the PAH. The area is defined by 2 grids on the ground and a width giving the PAH 4 grids on the ground (depicted in figure 5-4 by the points 1, 2, 3, and 4) and an altitude (depicted in figure 5-4 as ZALT). This area is used to warn all flight operations and to gain clearance to fly through the airspace. If more than 1 LCHR is required to fire the mission, separate messages are displayed for each LCHR. 5-76. The platoon air hazard message is munition specific. It is generated only for those LCHR the computer has listed as having the munition. If a unit to fire in effect (UFFE) was specified in the fire mission message, that UFFE is used. If a UFFE was not specified, the computer provides the best solution based on available information. The operator can enter the XDIST value and an effective date-time group (DTG) indicating when the platoon air hazard area is valid. 5-77. The PAH may be passed to other organizations as a restricted operations zone (ROZ) also known as a restricted operations area. A ROZ is a volume of space that the Air Force often uses to restrict airspace. The same 4 points (1, 2, 3, and 4 in figure 5-4) and altitude define the ROZ. The term restricted operations zone is being replaced by restricted operations area but the former term may still be encountered.

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Figure 5-4. AFOM Platoon Air Hazard Area

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Target Air Hazard Message 5-78. The TAH message describes the TAH area where the missile will dispense the submunitions. Like the platoon air hazard message, it is used to warn all flight operations and to gain airspace clearance. The platoon air hazard message is generated when an AFOM fire mission is processed. The Block I and 1A target air hazard message defines 4 points on the ground around the target. The size of the hazard depends on the range to the target. The ZALT defines the height of the airspace hazard based on the target center and munitions’ burst point. Figure 5-5 depicts the default Block I and 1A target air hazard airspace (ZALT 1,500 meters or less). The computer alerts the operator when the target air hazard airspace is other than the default (when ZALT exceeds 1,500 meters). The operator entries are limited to defining the effective DTG of the message.

Figure 5-5. Default Block I and 1A Target Air Hazard Area 5-79. Upon receipt of the Mission Fired Report MFR from the fire unit, the AFATDS will generate a mission fired report (MFR) and forward it through the mission chain. An MFR or DENY message will purge the PAH and TAH geometries.

BATTLEFIELD GEOMETRY VALIDATION 5-80. The FDC computer validates that the fire mission does not violate any FSCM or downrange mask restrictions. FSCM violations will be presented to the operator in the form of a warning message, but the

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computer can continue to process the fire mission. Downrange mask violations will be presented in the form of an error message and will prevent the operator from continuing the mission. 5-81. The fire mission support function establishes or updates the map modification, geometry, ammunition effects, and meteorological databases to enhance tactical fire control. This function is depicted in figure 5-6.

Figure 5-6. Fire Mission Support Function 5-82. Coordinate conversion includes the following: • Zone-to-zone transformation. • Zone-to-zone across grid zones. • Spheroid conversion. • Datum conversion. • Geodetic/ Universal Transverse Mercator (UTM). 5-83. Battlefield geometry maintenance— • Overwrites duplicate geometry features. • Reports overlap of SPRT;ZNE messages.

FIRE UNIT SELECTION 5-84. Fire unit selection in the FDC computer is based on the following: • Availability—no more than the allowable number of fire missions at each launcher. • Appropriate munitions onboard or at next reload point. • Within range of selected munitions. • No exclusions. • Able to meet all time restrictions.

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METHOD OF ATTACK/EFFECTS ANALYSIS Volleys-Type Target 5-85. If the target is designated as a volleys type, all rockets are normally aimed at the center of the target, unless the size or shape is large and specified. If the number of rockets to be fired at the 1 aim-point is entered in the volleys field of the message, that number of rockets is fired at the target center. If there is no entry, a default value of 6 rockets is used.

Effects-Type Target 5-86. If the target is designated as an effects-type target, the AFATDS may generate multiple aim-points. The computer performs effects calculations and determines the expected effects for each target selected for engagement on the basis of weapon performance, capability characteristics, and target degree of protection. Other processes involved with effects-type targets include: • The target type is checked to be sure it is a legal effects type. If it is not, a warning message is displayed. • The target dimensions are checked to verify that they are within the size limits for MLRS processing. If they are not, the computer stops processing and the mission is rejected and redisplayed for transmission back to the higher headquarters. • The computer designates 1 to 6 aim-points for an effects target. The number of aim-points for an effects-type target and the number of rockets to be fired at each aim-point depend on the following: • Desired effects (for effects-type target only). • Dimensions of the target. • Range to target from the launcher. • Lethal area of submunitions in relation to target type. • Disposition of enemy personnel in the target area. • The computer rejects the fire mission request when the percentage of effects requested cannot be achieved and/or the solution indicates more than the maximum number of rounds to fire (for an effects-type target only). • The number of aim-points (aim-point easting and northing offset from target center) and number of rockets required for each aim-point are temporarily stored for use by the fire unit selection routing.

Joint Munitions Effectiveness Manuals 5-87. Effectiveness tables published in JMEM/SS provide guidance for determining the expected fraction of casualties to personnel targets or damage to materiel targets. JMEMs for surface-to-surface weapons are published as field manuals. The basic data for these manuals were obtained from test firings, actual combat performance, and mathematical modeling. Using JMEMs to determine attack data requires considerable time. Because of time constraints, use of JMEMs at battalion and battery FDC levels for engaging targets of opportunity is not recommended. The effects data included in these manuals incorporate reliability, delivery accuracy, and munitions lethality against a representative spectrum of targets. The computational assumptions, defeat criteria, and instructions for use are included in each manual. Note: There is no assurance that the expected fraction of damage or casualties will be provided by any number of volleys in a given situation. Although not precisely within the mathematical definition, the method of averaging data used for the tables will result in less damage being realized for approximately 50 percent of the rounds and, conversely, greater damage for the other 50 percent of the rounds.

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COMMANDER'S CRITERIA 5-88. The key to exploiting automated processing is incorporating the commander's guidance into the computer's database. The commander influences tactical fire control solutions by establishing the commander's intent, which is used to develop the commander's criteria for engaging targets. These criteria guide the selection of units to fire, munitions, and volume of fire for each mission. The AFATDS, based on a portion of the commander's criteria, selects targets for MLRS engagement. It helps in the fire planning, collation of intelligence, and tactical fire control (TFC) for MLRS. The commander's criteria should be entered into AFATDS before the fighting begins. When they have been entered, the computer will automatically execute the criteria without delaying fire mission processing. 5-89. Commander's criteria are established and updated as the situation changes. They may be overridden manually when a situation warrants. As circumstances and SOP dictate, the battalion operations officer, battery operations officer, and/or fire direction personnel can override the commander's modifications on a mission-to-mission basis. A specific request for fire overrides the commander's criteria. Extreme care must be used in modifying the execution of the commander's criteria, because their effect on the AFATDS solutions influences the outcome of the battle. The parameters involved in establishing the commander's criteria are discussed below. 5-90. The supported force commander's concept for fires is used to develop engagement criteria. When given an R mission, the MLRS unit will use the criteria of the reinforced unit supported maneuver force. When assigned a GSR or GS mission, the MLRS unit will use the criteria of the force headquarters. 5-91. Commanders can override the attack criteria for each target type and can specify an SVF for an effects target. However, they cannot specify desired effects for a volleys target. For a volleys target, the SVF works with the volleys size factor to generate the computer recommendation for the total number of volleys to fire on the target.

Munition Selection Matrix 5-92. Table 5-6 gives the fire planner a matrix for determining the best MLRS munition with which to defeat a target. For a complete listing see TB-11-7025-354-10-3 Table 5-6. Ammunition Selection Matrix Range (km)

Target Types

Payload (Submunitions)

Projectiles Per Pod

M26 Rocket

Personnel, light armor, soft vehicles (stationary)

10-32.5

644 M77

6

M26A2 Extended Range Rocket

Personnel, light armor, soft vehicles (stationary)

13-45

518 M77

6

M30 GMLRS

Personnel, and/or light materiel (stationary)

15-70

404 M77

6

M31 Guided Unitary

Personnel, and/or light materiel (stationary)

15-70

1

6

M39 ATACMS Block I

Personnel, and/or light materiel (stationary)

25-165

950 M74

M39A1 ATACMS Block IA

Personnel, and/or light materiel (stationary)

70-300

300 M74

1

M39A3 ATACMS Block II

C2 nodes, log sites, SRBMs, ACV assembly areas (stationary) or SRBMs, MRLs, SP artillery, ACV formations (moving)

35-145

13 BAT

1

M48/M57 ATACMS

Personnel, and/or light

70-270+_

1

1

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Table 5-6. Ammunition Selection Matrix Range (km)

Target Types

Quick Reaction Unitary

Payload (Submunitions)

Projectiles Per Pod

materiel

Legend ACV = armored combat vehicle C2 = command and control MRL = multiple rocket launcher

SP = self-propelled SRBM = short range ballistic missile

MLRS Size 5-93. If the AFATDS AFU file contains MLRS fire units, the computer considers those units first to engage a target when the target radius exceeds the size entered in the MLRS size (MLRSIZ) modification.

FIRE MISSION INTERVENTION POINTS 5-94. Another powerful capability AFATDS offers is the ability to eliminate the traditional mission delays associated with processing fire missions through multiple layers of fire support coordination. Not every mission needs to stop at every fire support node in the mission thread (digital route). See paragraph 4-41 for the operational implications of this capability.

FIRE MISSION CYCLE 5-95. The BOC processes fire missions for the MLRS firing battery. Mission assignments are based on the following information: • Grid locations of FPs. • Requested FP and RL employment sequence. • Number and type of rockets or missiles currently onboard each launcher and on HEMTTHEMATs or RSV-RST in the platoon OPAREA. • Downrange mask. • Launcher status and locations. • FSCMs. 5-96. This information is all part of the FDC database for the battery. The AFATDS then selects the launcher to respond, the number and type of munitions to fire, the number and dispersion of aimpoints, and the method of fire. The fire mission is then passed directly to the launcher or using the platoon, the POC monitors the fire missions. If the launcher cannot communicate digitally with the BOC, the platoon can be used to relay fire missions. At a minimum, both the BOC and POC record the mission by using DA Form 7232-R (see example, figure 5-7) and plot the target on the firing capabilities map. The completed DA Form 7232-R should be retained for 1 year.

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Figure 5-7. DA Form 7232-R (Example) 5-97. Upon receipt of a fire mission, the launcher FCS conducts a consistency check of the fire mission data to ensure that the launcher can fire the mission, that it has the correct munitions loaded, and that the target is in range. If the launcher can fire, a WILL COMPLY (WILCO) message is generated to be sent to the battery FDC. 5-98. The section chief should have previously inspected the FP for any immediate mask (within 2,000 meters). If one is apparent, the mask is measured with the M2 compass to determine if it should be entered in the FCS. The mask should be entered if it measures 100 mils or greater. If the launcher cannot fire over the mask, it must be repositioned. 5-99. If an immediate mask is not a problem, the launcher moves to the designated FP and orients on the selected parking heading. The crew lays the LM, arms the system, fires the mission(s), stows the LM, and moves as directed. The launcher crew records the mission data by using DA Form 7233-R (MLRS Launcher Fire Mission Log) as shown in the example, figure 5-8. A reproducible copy of DA Form 7233-R is located at the back of this manual and is available on-line from the Army Publishing Directorate. The completed form should also be retained for 1 year.

Figure 5.8. DA Form 7233-R (Example)

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Notes: For missile missions, the section chief records the serial number of the missile on 1 row of DA Form 7233-R and the firing data for that missile on the next available row. The section chief can pre-record this information, allowing for entry of firing data on the next available lines when reloading. If a munition malfunctions, the section chief must record the date, time, prompts displayed, and, as necessary, a narrative explaining the events surrounding the munition malfunction. The section chief can use as many lines as needed on either the front of the form or the back of the form to record the necessary information. A launch pod container with an unserviceable munition should be marked in accordance with the unit tactical SOP and the procedures in the launcher technical manual.

AUTOMATED AFOM PROCESSING AFATDS 5-100. AFATDS provides decision aids and an information system for control, coordination, and synchronization. It is located at FA command posts from platoon to fires brigade and is employed in varying configurations at different OPFACs.

COMMANDER’S CRITERIA 5-101. Integrating the commander’s guidance into the AFATDS database is the key to exploiting AFATDS capabilities for ATACMS. Targeting guidance tells AFATDS which targets to process or deny. AFATDS automatically filters and screens mission requests and recommends denying those missions that do not meet the established commander’s guidance. It prioritizes multiple missions to ensure that the most important missions are processed first. It also checks incoming fire missions against fire support coordinating measures and unit zones of responsibility. If violations occur, AFATDS notifies the operator and electronically requests clearance from the unit that established the control measure. AFATDS then determines how to attack the target, applying guidance by system preference (FA preference, FA attack methods, mortar, naval gunfire, or air attack).

AFATDS FILTERING FUNCTION 5-102. Filters tell AFATDS what targets not to attack. One filter is target decay time, which defines how long a target type is suitable for engagement after it is acquired. This highlights for the commander those targets with short dwell times and prevents firing on targets that may have moved. 5-103. The target duplication filter allows fire supporters to specify the distance (in meters) that separates targets or similar targets to determine whether they are duplicates. This prevents different sensors or observers from firing separate missions on the same target. If 2 missions violate target duplication, AFATDS processes the first mission and recommends denial on the second. 5-104. The target build-up area filter allows the commander to specify the number of targets, within an area, that must be identified before engagement. This is particularly useful for counter fire elements that want to focus on developing a template for enemy area before attacking it. 5-105. The target exclusion filter (part of the TMM) allows the commander to specify targets he does not want fire support to consider for attack. 5-106. AFATDS TSS contains the same information normally used in a TSS matrix, including specifying the TLE for potential sensors. This filter, generally used for intelligence reports, specifies a report age to prevent firing on targets that are too old.

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AFATDS SCREENING FUNCTION 5-107. After a target clears the filters, AFATDS screens the mission to assign a mission value. This focuses fires by ensuring that the most important targets are engaged first. In AFATDS, this screening guidance includes mission prioritization, the HVTL, and the TMM.

AFATDS MISSION PRIORITIZATION 5-108. AFATDS prioritizes missions by assigning each a “mission value” of 0 to 100 based on 4 weighted criteria to determine the overall mission value. The 4 criteria are— • On-call precedence allows the commander to decide that targets from the fire plan (stored in the on-call target list) have a higher priority than a target of opportunity. (A commander may not want targets of opportunity to disrupt the execution of preplanned, rehearsed targets in specific TAIs or engagement areas.) • Priority of fires enables the commander to establish a preference among a pool of potential sensors/observers. • If a target falls within a TAI, AFATDS will increase its mission value. • AFATDS can weight targets based on their relative importance to the force commander's mission. The target type value is identified in the HVTL and the TMM. 5-109. A commander can define the desired effects in the HVTL for each target category by specifying effects or any percentage of destruction from 0 percent to 100 percent. He also can assign a weighted value from 0 to 100 to each target category. 5-110. The HVTL is a starting point for the development of the HPTL and is a component of the TMM. HPTs are HVTs that friendly forces must attack to achieve success during friendly operations. The HPTL in the TMM applies additional guidance to weight the target types. 5-111. The TMM used in AFATDS provides the same information normally seen on an AGM. It separates HPT types from non-HPT types. A commander can define the effects for each HPT type or any percentage of destruction up to 100 percent. He can also weight the value of each HPT type from 0 to 100. This is a second target value (for HPTs only) that AFATDS uses to compute an overall mission value. 5-112. As a result of mission prioritization, each target is assigned a mission value. Cutoff values set the minimum thresholds that targets must attain to be considered for attack by certain fire support assets. The commander assigns these to tell AFATDS which weapon systems to consider (and not to consider) as attack options for certain targets. 5-113. In the TMM, the commander can specify which target types require TDA or should not be fired on but rather handed off to the IEW officer for exploitation. The commander can specify when targets will be engaged as “acquired,” “immediate,” or “planned.” The commander also can exclude target types in the TMM display from consideration for attack by fire support assets.

FIRE MISSION EXECUTION INITIATING AFOM FIRE MISSIONS 5-114. AFOM fire missions can be initiated by any agency capable of requesting fire. Agencies supported by digital communications systems may not be able to request the AFOM automatically. However, they can compose and send a plain text message requesting fires. Fire mission source is important for estimated TLE (when TLE is not reported), munition selection, and effects calculation. Automated processing depends on: • Target type. • Point of entry into the fire unit selection process (node/system). • Shooter linkage or communications.

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• •

Method of control. Specified munition (if any).

5-115. Once an AFOM variant has been selected (usually at the corps/division FC), a fire mission message format (for example, fire mission; CFF) is generated. It contains a minimum of a weapon type (or J-code) and a designated unit to fire in effect. It is then transmitted to the selected battalion FDC for execution. The battalion FDC transmits the fire mission to a battery FDC where launchers are selected from the designated platoons.

AUTOMATIC PROCESSING 5-116. To ensure the fastest possible reaction, the subordinate echelon FDC computers should be set up to perform automatic processing of missions. This procedure streamlines the mission processing during nonroutine operations or when responsiveness to time critical targets is required. When the FDC computer is set up to automatically process missions, it performs all necessary processing to ensure receipt of a valid message. If the message passes the consistency checks and the UFFE is available, the FDC computer relays the message to the next subordinate echelon. The battery FDC computer— • Performs consistency checks based on commander’s guidance/operator inputs. • Validates the selected UFFE (no effects processing will be performed). • Assigns launcher(s) to fire from within the designated UFFE. • Prepares call for fire message for transmission to launcher(s).

INTERVENTION POINTS 5-117. AFATDS allows the mission to be processed automatically or lets operators view and make decisions on every fire mission they receive. It also permits a mix; certain types of missions will be processed automatically while the operator handles only specified types of missions. The intervention point window provides the operator the target number, mission value, mission precedence, and a list of filter guidance and whether they passed or not. All attack assets capable and available to shoot the mission with the required munitions are also listed. 5-118. The operator can set up intervention rules that allow given target conditions to cause an intervention point to be generated when the mission is processed. However, AFOM missions are always presented at an intervention point, regardless of operator criteria. The operator can accept, reject, or change the mission. 5-119. AFATDS presents all attack options for the operator to review. Non-capable attack options will have a reason stated. This provides the operator enough information to understand the problem and, perhaps, fix it.

PLANNED MISSIONS 5-120. The AFOM is most effective when used on planned targets. Attack of planned targets permits refinement of target locations (or predicted locations for moving targets) to required (or better) accuracy and description and for posturing missiles and launchers. Planned fires typically use the following methods of control: AMC, TOT, ONC, TWR, FWR, and TTT. 5-121. Planned fires may be scheduled missions that are executed according to a predetermined time schedule or sequence of events or on call. Scheduled missions are planned and sent to the lowest command and control echelon for execution at the appropriate time. This allows mission execution on receipt of the engagement trigger event or scheduled time to fire. AFOM missions are scheduled in the same manner as rocket missions. On-call missions are like scheduled missions because they are sent to the lowest command and control echelon, but the time of execution is unknown. 5-122. AMC missions are planned missions for which the time of execution depends on the occurrence of a trigger event or confirmation of target location or activity. The FDC can use these missions when the commander desires rapid attack of a target, or when attack is keyed to other significant events on the battlefield. When the launcher receives this type of AMC mission, it moves to a firing point (if in hide

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position) and elevates to aim-point. The launcher reports “READY” to the controlling FDC and awaits the command to fire.

UNPLANNED MISSIONS 5-123. The AFOM may also be fired against targets of opportunity. All available communications means are used in mission processing. Prior coordination among the various agencies may reduce the processing time associated with targets of opportunity. For selected targets or areas of interest, more direct links may be established between higher and lower agencies to reduce processing time. Those nodes left out of the process will be provided information and status as the mission progresses.

AFATDS MISSION PROCESSING FOR AFOM 5-124. When a fire mission is initiated, AFATDS assigns it a target number (if this has not already occurred) and calculates its mission value. AFATDS then goes through a series of “filter” checks (for example, duplication, TSS) to see if it qualifies as a fire mission. If it passes these filters, a set of munitions that could be used to shoot the mission will be generated from the guidance as well as from the munitions requested in the call for fire. AFATDS generates a list of units that are both capable and available, based on the OPFAC unit organization (from both command and supported HQs that the operator entered in the current database) as well as observer specified and guidance specified entries. AFATDS then matches munitions with available units to see which units can actually shoot the mission given the munition requirements. This set is ordered (sorted) such that the best choice units are listed first. AFATDS will always present the number 1 recommended solution to the operator for AFOM missions. 5-125. When a mission is in progress, it is said to be active. While active, a target appears yellow on the AFATDS screen and is located on the active target list. A number of messages can be initiated while a target is on the list. However, the AFATDS operator should not interrupt subsequent messages the fire mission initiator sends, except in extreme circumstances. The operator can trace status or missions on the active target list. This permits the operator to quickly gain a record of the mission history as well as its current status at other OPFACs. 5-126. When a mission is completed and an end of mission (EOM) or MFR is received, the target is processed to the inactive target list. The inactive target list can be purged to rid the system of all old missions.

TECHNIQUES TO REDUCE MISSION TIMELINES Automatic Processing 5-127. The commander should always direct automatic processing at intermediate nodes to attack AFOM targets. Automatic processing allows the mission to pass through echelons without operator activity. However, the battalion must ensure that the following information is kept updated: whether the designated firing platoon is available, within range of the target, and loaded with the right munitions. The battery FDC has the additional burden of keeping the firing point database current. This is the primary cause of automatic processing failure.

Stay Hot, Shoot Fast 5-128. The commander should strongly consider establishing a quick fire channel or mandating decentralized execution for time-sensitive targets. This reduces the mission execution response time. Extremely time-sensitive targets designated for attack may necessitate a technique often called "stay hot, shoot fast(SHSF)." 5-129. Most units will describe when to use the stay hot, shoot fast technique and the procedures for this technique in their TSOP. The following is an example. AFATDS operator sets up the User Preferences for Mission Processing in the (SHSF) tab. Tolerance Zone 1 is for no adjustment when mission is received, Tolerance Zone 2 is when SHSF mission comes in and adjustments are sent to the launcher for amended grid. Minimum Distance is for minimum distance between an ATI target location and ATI impact predicts

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location. The launcher is placed on a firing point and laid, LM elevated, on a target grid of an expected enemy target. The method of control at the AFATDS is a Warning Order but sent to the launcher as an AMC. The launcher will complete the mission sequence up to the point of achieving aim-point and then report ready status. When an enemy target is acquired firing from the expected grid, the BOC uses its AFATDS to send a fire order to the launcher(s) to engage the preplanned target(s). On receipt of an amended fire mission changing the method of control to FWR (or TOT), the launcher completes the mission as directed when the target falls in tolerances zone 1. Often, the preplanned or expected target location differs slightly from the actual target location. If this occurs, instead of firing the preplanned target grid, the fire mission is shifted, or amended, to the new target grid acquired by friendly force systems. The launcher accepts amended missions up to 200 mils on either side of the direction of fire to the preplanned target for a total shift fan of 400 mils. 5-130. The BOC can plot the amendment fan, or shift zone, on its operations map for all launchers laid on a potential or preplanned target. This is done by plotting the launcher location and target location, drawing the azimuth to the target, and then plotting azimuths 200 mils left and right of the azimuth to the target. When the minimum and maximum ranges are added to this fan, the result is a shift zone where the launcher can engage targets using amended mission procedures. 5-131. When an acquisition source sends the target location to the BOC, fire direction personnel determine which launcher or launchers can engage the target and send an amended CFF to the unit(s) to fire. 5-132. There are distinct challenges to an MLRS unit using stay hot, shoot fast tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTP). First, the BOC must closely monitor the status of launchers and the database associated with them. The stay hot, shoot fast procedures require the precise location and status of each launcher to work properly. Any error that goes undetected until the fire mission is processed simply adds more time to correct the error and execute the mission when we can least afford the time to do so. 5-133. Secondly, stay hot, shoot fast requires clear digital communications from the BOC to launcher. First time acknowledgement of messages is crucial. Non-acknowledgements add more time to the processing. Thirdly, the launcher and fire direction crews must be well-rehearsed. 5-134. The launcher must park on, or as close to, the park heading as possible. Any mils sacrificed by not parking on the parking heading may take mils away from the shift fan and cause the launcher to reject the mission. 5-135. Last, by selecting well-concealed FPs nestled in hillside cuts, valleys, or streambeds, units can minimize vulnerability to observation. Additionally, after each fire mission, the launcher should scoot to another FP and lay on the next preplanned target if required.

SENSOR-TO-SHOOTER CONFIGURATIONS 5-136. Various sensor-to-shooter configurations are available to support the commander's needs, depending on the missions to be accomplished and level of control required: • Sensor->Corps FC->Bde->Bn->Btry->Launcher (Centralized Control) • Sensor->Corps FC->Bn->Btry->Launcher (Centralized Control) • Sensor->Bde->Bn->Btry->Launcher (Decentralized Execution) • Sensor->Corps FC->Btry->Launcher (Centralized Control) (preferred method for all AFOM missions) • Sensor->Corps FC->Plt->Launcher (Centralized Execution) (preferred method for all AFOM missions) • Sensor->Bn->Btry->Launcher (Decentralized Execution). 5-137. In all cases, the commander must decide whether less control or fewer intervening processors is worth the added responsiveness. (See FM 6-20-40 [to be replaced by FM 3-09.42] for a complete discussion of sensor-to-shooter operations.)

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LOADABLE MUNITION MODULE 5-138. The AFOM weapon-specific loadable munition module (LMM) software incorporates AFOM selection, effects processing, and airspace coordination. The LMM software is unique to each AFOM. 5-139. The LMM software processing complies with the established attack guidance (commander’s criteria) in its database, and the message priority. The operating mode (fully automatic or manual) determines the amount of processing required. In the automatic processing mode, the FS computer checks message validity, the unit to fire, and ammunition availability. If it finds no exceptions, it enters the data and forwards the message to the next subordinate echelon. If it finds exceptions, it reassigns the mission if an alternate is available.

AFOM MISSION PROCESSING SUMMARY 5-140. The battalion and battery FDCs process AFOM missions the same way they do other missions (except for effects processing and airspace message generation). The FDC computer software has no default for the number of AFOM missiles to be fired on an aim-point. When the fire mission is received at battalion, the FDC performs the tactical processing and formats the call for fire for transmission to the battery. The battalion FDC uses the designated fire unit or selects the platoon to fire if it has not been selected. Otherwise, it validates the FC selection. 5-141. At the battery level, the FDC performs the tactical functions appropriate to the battery echelon, selects the launcher or launchers to fire, and generates a separate fire mission message format to each selected launcher. Basic fire mission processing at the launcher requires no special activities.

FIRE SUPPORT PLANNING FUNCTION 5-142. AFATDS provides the functional processes for Fire Support (FS) and Field Artillery (FA) planning to support a maneuver course of action (MCOA). Plans for military operations often involve multiple phases in which changes in friendly unit command and control relationships and activities will occur in response to anticipated events. Fire support planning provides capabilities to describe and review, from a FS point of view, the support of the MCOA(s). MCOA(s) received for the maneuver operation will normally consist of the force commander’s plan for conducting the operation. This information may include the objectives, timing, type and quantity of assets to be used. Targets, guidance, geometries, and any special instructions unique to the operation. Maneuver information is entered into AFATDS for development into a FS plan. Up to three (3) separate plans may be compared at one time.

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Figure 5-9. Fire Planning and Scheduling 5-143. In AFATDS a Fire Support (FS) Plan will always consist of one or more phases. Planned units, friendly, enemy situations, plan text, map mod, map setup, and guidance are established and maintained for each phase of a plan.

FIRE PLANS AND SCHEDULES 5-144. Fire plans and schedules of fires are processed on receipt. When the timetable for execution is known and within scope, allocations of available ammunition and fire units are made for the fire plan or scheduled targets. FDCs should know that this does not prevent execution of other missions using the allocated ammunition. If execution of all targets is not possible, an exception report will be prepared and presented for operator action and adjudication.

RESOURCE SCHEDULING 5-145. Resource scheduling is the process of pre-allocating fire unit and ammunition resources to expected mission loads in advance of execution time. This should occur as soon as projections can be made of friendly and enemy courses of action and expected resource demands by time period so battalion and battery level posturing and ammunition loading can be accomplished. Development of alternate courses of action and supporting plans typically occurs between 72 and 96 hours in advance of the intended operation. Consequently, this function provides scheduling of resources no earlier than 96 hours prior to execution. 5-146. Expected mission loads exceeding anticipated available resources are reported to the operator for exception resolution. At a minimum, the operator must report exceptions relating to— z Ammunition type. z Ammunition quantity. z Fire unit sufficiency (for example, “are there enough launchers?”) by specifying the time period for which resources are unavailable or insufficient (for example, “2/A/3/9 FA down for maintenance 0600-0700,” or “there are insufficient launchers available to cover target #AA0001 properly during time period X”). 5-147. The fire planner then accounts for resources that are unavailable for whatever reason. Fire missions included in this analysis are TOT, TWR, TTT and TTF (entered at LCHR only), or other scheduled targets.

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AMC and WR mission firing times are undefined and consequently will not influence the analysis except by their impact on current resources.

AMMUNITION POSITIONING PLANNING 5-148. Ammunition positioning is closely related to the AFU functions and resource posturing. When performed properly, it involves the use of fire plans and schedules, resource scheduling, and contingency planning outputs combined with expected usage rates.

MLRS FIRE PLAN PROCESSING 5-149. On-call schedules for MLRS support should be requested no less than 30 minutes before desired fire support. This rule is based on the reaction time required by the MLRS FCS and the average fire mission cycle of 20 to 30 minutes. Receiving the fire mission, reloading, and moving to the firing point or hide area are included in the average fire mission cycle. 5-150. Depending on the time between missions in a single fire plan, launchers can fire, reload, and fire again. (A launcher may require 20 to 45 minutes to reload and be ready for another mission.) Depending on the number of rockets required for each mission, launchers could fire 1 mission, move to another FP, and fire again. In the case of a rapid fire plan and large fire volumes, no single launcher should be given more than 1 target per fire plan, for a maximum of 6 targets per battery. When the situation warrants, batteries can be given up to twelve targets per launcher. (This factor is based on the launcher capability to store twelve missions. Any number of targets over 72 would require processing by the Battery AFATDS during the execution portion of the fire plan.) Note: Firing multiple missions from a single launcher during a rapid schedule may require launchers to remain on the same FP for an extended time. During this exposure, launchers become extremely vulnerable to counter fire. 5-151. The total number of rockets in the plan should not exceed 72 (6 launchers x 12 rockets each). The number of rockets per target depends on target size and type. Schedules of fire must be coordinated with the operations officer so he can manage launcher posture and/or response time. The fire planner must have an accurate picture of launcher status. Because of maintenance, personnel, and other factors, a rule of thumb is to plan fires for no more than 6 launchers at 1 time. If a surge condition arises, the unit can be tasked to provide a higher number. If all available launchers fire on a schedule, temporary loss of an FS asset (20 to 45 minutes) can be expected while the launchers move to reload points, reload, and return to firing points. 5-152. In anticipation of future operations, the FC can transmit posture information directing the munitions to be available within a specified time frame. This posture information can be stored in the database at battalion, battery, and platoon.

REACTING TO FIRE PLAN CHANGES 5-153. The fire plan function, for all AFATDS-based systems, does not lend itself to change. If last minute changes are anticipated to planned targets, the FDC has several options based on anticipated reaction time to changes (see table 5-7).

RESOURCE LIMITATIONS 5-154. If the number of targets is excessive or the available launchers are limited, units can take advantage of the multiple fire mission sequence capability. The multiple fire mission sequence allows the launcher to fire 2 or more missions without stowing the launcher. If a battery, for example, received 8 targets to engage, it may commit less than 8 launchers. Initiating the multiple fire mission sequence requires the assignment of 2 targets to the same firing point identifier. When this occurs, the FCS recognizes it as a multiple fire mission. If the method of fire control is FWR, the launcher will automatically lay on and fire the second target without a second SAFE, ARM, or FIRE command. If

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another method of fire control is specified for the second target, the FCS will lay on the second target, then prompt the crew to SAFE the rockets. The FCS will then prompt the crew to ARM and FIRE, in accordance with the specified method of control. Table 5-7. Fire Plan Change Reaction Times Anticipated Reaction Time

Method

30 minutes

Use the fire plan function and assign H-hour.

20-30 minutes

Use the fire plan function. Do not assign H-hour. Once the actual H-hour is identified, enter it and process.

10-20 minutes

Transmit each of the targets as AMC missions to the launchers. This requires them to move to the firing point and lay on the target. Once the TOT time is known, transmit an amended CFF.

5-10 minutes

Transmit each of the targets as AMC missions to the launchers. "Back-off" the highest time of flight and coordinate trigger points with the aviation unit (through the appropriate FC). When the aviators cross the trigger point, the FC sends the fire message.

Legend AMC = at my command CFF = call for fire FC = fires cell

TOT = time on target

MLRS Fires Battalion Sustainment Operations 5-155. The MLRS fires battalion must provide responsive, effective, and sustainable fires in a variety of operating environments across the full spectrum of operations. In its most comprehensive sense, fires battalion sustainment deals with the sustainment functions described in FM 4.0—supply and field services, transportation support, maintenance, health service support, human resource support, financial management operations, legal support, and religious support. The battalion is significantly assisted in these responsibilities by the brigade support battalion (BSB). The BSB is the core sustainment organization for the fires brigade (FIB). The BSB is organic to the FIB, and consists of functional and multifunctional companies assigned to provide support to the FIB. The BSB has forward support companies that are traditionally assigned, attached or under the OPCON of individual FIB battalions. The forward support company provides each FIB subordinate battalion commander with dedicated logistics assets organized specifically to meet his battalion’s requirements. The forward support company commander receives technical logistics oversight from the BSB commander. Because of their criticality and proximity to combat operations, medical platoons remain organic to FIB subordinate battalions. 5-156. The lead sustainment planner in the fires battalion is usually is the S-4, assisted by the S-1, the battalion surgeon, and forward support company commander. Representatives from these and other sections form a sustainment planning cell at the fires battalion main CP to ensure sustainment plans are fully integrated into all operations planning. The SOP should be the basis for sustainment operations with planning conducted to determine specific requirements and to prepare for contingencies. Battalion and battery orders should address only specific support matters for the operation and any deviations from SOP. 5-157. In MLRS fires battalions, sustainment assets are assigned to the forward support company, except for the medical platoon, which is assigned to the HHB. The focal point for sustainment support is at the battalion combat trains command post (CTCP). The CTCP, under the supervision of the battalion S-4, anticipates, requests, coordinates, and supervises execution of sustainment either by HHB or forward support company assets.

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Appendix A

Aerial Transport of MLRS Ammunition and Equipment AERIAL AMMUNITION RESUPPLY A-1. Ammunition resupply of MLRS units is a critical operation. Use of the CH-47D helicopter is 1 technique or capability available to support resupply of the 5,095-pound (2,311 kilograms) launch pod containers (LPC) or the 5,111-pound (2,318 kilogram) guided missile launch assemblies (GMLA). This appendix supplements the discussion of Class V operations in chapter 6. A-2. The CH-47D has a load-carrying capacity of 25,000 pounds (11,340 kilograms). Loads can be carried internally or externally by using tables of organization and equipment (TOE) equipment, except for required external load slings.

INTERNAL LOAD A-3. The CH-47D can carry up to 4 LPCs or GMLAs internally for a total of 24 rockets or 4 missiles. Atmospheric or weather conditions in the area will dictate the load-carrying capacity of the CH-47D.

Equipment A-4. The LPCs or GMLAs can be loaded using the following equipment: • CH-47D onboard winch. • 4 (1,000-pound [454-kilogram]) conveyor rollers, NSN 3910-0-903-1303. • Twelve sheets of ¾-inch (19-millimeter) plywood.

Concept A-5.

The LPCs or GMLAs can be loaded 2 at a time stacked on top of each other. They should be prepositioned (using the HEMTT crane) on top of conveyor rollers and 1 sheet of plywood. The onboard winch can be used to pull the load into the aircraft. Plywood shoring should be placed in the deck of the aircraft for the conveyor rollers to travel. The identical procedures are used to load the second 2 pods. All LPCs or GMLAs are tied down with standard 10,000-pound (4,536 kilograms) cargo straps.

Off-Loading A-6.

Four soldiers can push the load down the ramp and use the onboard winch to help brake the load.

Loading Considerations A-7.

The following should be considered: • On- or off-loading requires about 30 minutes. • A level landing zone is required to ensure that the plywood shoring remains level. • The winch should be hooked onto the aft end of the load to facilitate loading the second LPCs or GMLAs.

EXTERNAL LOAD A-8.

Current procedures permit up to 4 LPCs or GMLAs to be carried externally. Four 25,000-pound (11,340-kilogram) capacity slings are required. The front 2 are 10 feet (3 meters) long and the 2 in the

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rear are 12 feet (4 meters) long. Although GMLAs may be carried externally, caution must be exercised because of the “no-drop tolerance restrictions.” Table A-1. Transportability by Aircraft Aircraft System/Missile

M270 Launcher M270A1 Launcher M142 Launcher Rocket Pod GMLA

C-130 0 0 1 4 pods 4 pods

C-17 2 2 3 16 pods 16 pods

C-5 3 3 4 22 pods 22 pods

A-9. The following manuals provide sling load rigging procedures for the certified MLRS loads in various configurations: • FM 10-450-3, Multiservice Helicopter Sling Load: Basic Operations and Equipment. • FM 10-450-4, Multiservice Helicopter Sling Load: Single-Point Load Rigging Procedures. • FM 10-450-5, Multiservice Helicopter Sling Load: Dual-Point Load Rigging Procedures.

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Rigging Procedures for LPC or GMLA A-10. Applicability. The following items in Table A-2 are certified for all helicopters with suitable lift capacity by the US Army Soldier Systems Center: Table A-2. Launch Pod Container (LPC) with Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) Rockets or Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (G-MLRS) Rockets / Guided Missile Launch Assembly (GMLA) Pods with Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS) Missiles, One Container Two Containers NOMENCLATURE MAX SLING SET LINK COUNT RECOMMENDED WEIGHT FRONT/REAR AIRSPEED (POUNDS) (KNOTS) 5,095 10K 3/3 90 Launch Pod Container with Multiple Launch Rocket System Rockets or Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System Rockets (with Six Rockets) Guided Missile Launch Assembly Pods with Army Tactical Missile System Missiles

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1. Materials. The following materials are required to rig • Hookup. The hookup team stands on top of the this load: pod. The static wand person discharges the static electricity with the static wand. The hookup person • Sling set (10,000-pound capacity). places the apex fitting onto the aircraft cargo hook. • Tape, adhesive, pressure-sensitive, 2- inch wide The hookup team then moves clear of the load but roll. remains close to the load as the helicopter removes • Cord, nylon, Type III, 550-pound breaking slack from the sling legs. When successful hookup strength. is assured, the hookup team quickly exits the area • Webbing, cotton, 1/4-inch, 80- pound breaking underneath the helicopter to the designated strength. rendezvous point. 2. Personnel. Two persons can prepare and rig this load in • Derigging. Derigging is the reverse of the 15 minutes. preparation and rigging procedures in steps 3. Procedures. The following procedures apply to this d (1) and d (2) load: • Preparation. Prepare the pod for travel in accordance with standard procedures. • Rigging. Rig the load according to the steps in figure (A-1) NOTE: The firing end is considered to be the front of the load.

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RIGGING STEPS for ONE LPC 1. Position apex fitting on top of the pod. Route outer sling 3. Loop the chain end of sling leg 3 through the left legs 1 and 2 to the front of the pod and inner sling legs 3 and rear lift provision. Place the correct link from Table A-3 4 to the rear. Sling legs 1 and 3 must be on the left side of the in the grab hook. Repeat with sling leg 4 on the right load. rear lift provision. 2. Loop the chain end of sling leg 1 through the left front lift provision. Place the correct link from Table A-3 in the grab hook. Repeat with sling leg 2 on the right front lift provision.

4. Cluster and tie or tape (breakaway technique) all sling legs together on top of the container to prevent entanglement during hookup and lift-off.

Figure A-1. Launch Pod Container with Multiple Launch Rocket System Rockets or Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System Rockets / Guided Missile Launch Assembly Pods with Army Tactical Missile System Missiles, One Container.

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Rigging Procedures for Two Stacked LPC or GMLA Applicability. The following items in Table A-3 are certified for all helicopters with suitable lift capacity by the US Army Soldier Systems Center:

Table A-3. Launch Pod Container with Multiple Launch Rocket System Rockets or Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System Rockets / Guided Missile Launch Assembly Pods with Army Tactical Missile System Missiles, Two Containers NOMENCLATURE MAX SLING SET LINK COUNT RECOMMENDED WEIGHT FRONT/REAR AIRSPEED (POUNDS) (KNOTS) Launch Pod Container with Multiple 10,190 25K 3/3 90 Launch Rocket System Rockets or Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System Rockets (with Six Rockets) Guided Missile Launch Assembly Pods with Army Tactical Missile System Missiles

10,222

1. Materials. The following materials are required to rig this load: • Sling set (25,000-pound capacity). • Tape, adhesive, pressure-sensitive, 2-inch wide roll. • Cord, nylon, Type III, 550-pound breaking strength. • Webbing, cotton, 1/4-inch, 80-pound breaking strength. • Felt sheet, cattle hair, Type IV, 1/2-inch or suitable substitute. • Tie-down strap, cargo, CGU-1/B (as required). 2. Personnel. Four persons can prepare and rig this load in 30 minutes. 3. Procedures. The following procedures apply to this load: • Prepare the pods for travel in accordance with standard procedures. • Stack the pods one on top of the other, with both pods facing the same direction. CAUTION Do not mix the LPCs and the GMLAs in the same load.

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• Lash the stack of pods together using the CGU1/B tie-down straps. Two of the straps should run through both sets of lifting provisions on each end of the pods, to keep them aligned during flight. Evenly space the remaining two straps between the lifting provisions, running them around the pods.

Warning: DO NOT ROUTE THE STRAPS OVER THE ROCKET TUBES. Pad all straps in the area where they contact the edges of the pods. •

Rigging. Rig the load according to the steps in (Figure A-2)

NOTE: The firing end is considered the front of the load. • Hookup. The hookup team stands on top of the pods. The static wand person discharges the static electricity with the static wand. The hookup person places the apex fitting onto the aircraft cargo hook. The hookup team then moves clear of the load but remains close to the load as the helicopter removes slack from the sling legs. When successful hookup is assured, the hookup team quickly exits the area underneath the helicopter to the designated rendezvous point. • Derigging. Derigging is the reverse of the Preparation and rigging procedures in steps d (1) and d (2).

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RIGGING STEPS for TWO LPCs 1. Position apex fitting on top of the pods. Route 3. Loop the chain end of sling leg 3 through the left rear lift outer sling legs 1 and 2 to the front of the pods and provision on the top pod and through the rear lift provision on inner sling legs 3 and 4 to the rear. Sling legs 1 and the bottom pod. Thread it back through the rear lift provision on the top pod. Place the correct link from Table A-4 in the 3 must be on the left side of the load. grab hook. Repeat with sling leg 4 on the right rear lift 2. Loop the chain end of sling leg 1 through the left provision. front lift provision on the top pod and through the front lift provision on the bottom pod. Thread it 4. Cluster and tie or tape (breakaway technique) all sling legs back through the front lift provision on the top pod. together on top of the pod to prevent entanglement during Place the correct link from Table A-4 in the grab hookup and lift-off. hook. Repeat with sling leg 2 on the right front lift provision. Figure A-2 Launch Pod Container with Multiple Launch Rocket System Rockets or Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System Rockets / Guided Missile Launch Assembly Pods with Army Tactical Missile System Missiles, Two Containers.

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Rigging Procedures for Four LPC or GMLA A-11. Applicability. The following items in (Table A-4) are certified for the helicopter(s) listed in the following table by the US Army Soldier Systems Center: Table A-4. Launch Pod Container with Multiple Launch Rocket System Rockets or Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System Rockets / Guided Missile Launch Assembly Pods with Army Tactical Missile System Missiles, Four Containers NOMENCLATURE MAX SLING SET LINK COUNT RECOMMENDE WEIGHT FRONT/REAR D (POUNDS) AIRSPEED (KNOTS) Launch Pod Container with Multiple Launch 20,380 25K 3/3 90 Rocket System Rockets or Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System Rockets (with Six Rockets) Guided Missile Launch Assembly Pods with 20,444 25K 3/3 90 Army Tactical Missile System Missiles

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1. Materials. The following materials are required to rig this load: • Sling set (25,000-pound capacity) (2 each). • Tape, adhesive, pressure-sensitive, 2-inch wide roll. • Cord, nylon, Type III, 550-pound breaking strength. • Webbing, cotton, 1/4-inch, 80-pound breaking strength. • Strap, cargo, tie down, CGU-1/B (16 each). • Lumber, 2 X 4 X 65-inches (4 each). • Nails, eight penny (as required). • Felt sheet, cattle hair, Type IV, 1/2-inch or suitable padding. • Crane or forklift (15,000-pound capacity or larger). 2. Personnel. Four persons can prepare and rig this load in 30 minutes. 3. Procedures. The following procedures apply to this load: • Preparation. Prepare the load using the following steps: • Prepare the pods for travel in accordance with standard procedures. • Prepare two pieces of dunnage to protect the pods by nailing two pieces of 2 X 4 X 65-inch lumber together, wide side to wide side. • Make two stacks of pods. Use the crane or forklift to stack one stack of pods on top of the other with the projectiles facing the same direction. Label the stacks #1 and #2 . CAUTION Do not mix the LPCs and the GMLAs in the same load. •

Lash stack #1 together using four tie down straps. Route a tie down strap through both sets of lifting provisions on each end of the pods. Evenly space two tie down straps between the lifting provisions

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Warning: Routing the straps around the pods. DO NOT ROUTE THE STRAPS OVER THE ROCKET TUBES. Pad the straps where they contact the edges of the EALP • Lash stack #2 using the above procedures for stack #1. • Position the two pieces of dunnage near the lifting provisions on each end of the pods. Secure the dunnage to the pods with Type III nylon cord. • Position stack #1 against stack #2 using the crane or forklift. Ensure the dunnage is between the loads. • Lash the top two pods together on each end. Connect two tie down straps together to form each lashing. • Lash the bottom two pods together on each end. Connect two tie down straps together to form each lashing. • Pad the straps where they contact the edges of the pods • Rigging. Rig the load according to the steps in Figure A-4. NOTE: The firing end is considered the front of the load. • Hookup. Two hookup teams stand on top of container. The static discharge person discharges the static electricity. The forward hookup person places apex fitting 1 onto the forward cargo hook. The aft hookup person places apex fitting 2 onto the aft cargo hook. The hookup teams then

carefully dismount the container and remain close to the load as the helicopter removes slack from the sling legs. When successful hookup is assured, the hookup teams quickly exit the area underneath the helicopter to the designated rendezvous point. • Derigging. Derigging is the reverse of the preparation and rigging procedures in steps d (1) and d (2).

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RIGGING STEPS for Four LPCs 1. Position sling set number 1 on top of the forward 5. Loop the chain end of outer sling legs 1 and 2 through their respective top rear lift provisions end of the pods. of the top pods, through the rear lifting provision 2. Loop the chain end of outer sling legs 1 and 2 on the bottom pods, and back through the rear through their respective top front lift provisions of the top lift provision on the top pods. Place the top pods, through the front lifting provision on the correct link from Table A-4 in the grab hook. bottom pods, and back through the front top lift provision on the top pods. Place the correct link from 6. Loop the chain end of inner sling legs 3 and 4 through their respective top rear lift provisions Table A-4 in the grab hook. of the top pods, through the rear lifting provision 3. Loop the chain end of inner sling legs 3 and 4 on the bottom pods, and back through the rear through their respective top front lift provisions of the top lift provision on the top pods. Place the top , through the front lifting provision on the bottom correct link from Table A-4 in the grab hook. pods, and back through the front top lift provision on Secure the excess chain with tape or Type III the top pods. Place the correct link from Table A-4 in nylon cord. the grab hook. Secure the excess chain with tape or 7. Raise the apex fittings above the container. Type III nylon cord. Cluster tape (breakaway technique) the sling 4. Position sling set number 2 on top of the aft end of legs in each sling set together to prevent entanglement during hookup and lift-off. the pods. Figure A-3. Launch Pod Container with Multiple Launch Rocket System Rockets or Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System Rockets / Guided Missile Launch Assembly Pods with Army Tactical Missile System Missiles, Four Containers

TRANSPORTATION OF MLRS EQUIPMENT ON UNITED STATES AIR FORCE AIRCRAFT A-12. MLRS units deploying by airlift assets must coordinate with their commanding headquarters (refer to FM 55-1 and FM 4-01.30). Rigging procedures unique to MLRS equipment are contained in the respective

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technical manuals for that piece of equipment. The unit movement officer and the aircraft loadmaster direct all other procedures pertinent to air movement.

CORPS A-13. The tactical commander obtains airlift support from the Air Force using the airlift request system established in the area of operations. Within the Corps, three elements participate in this system. They are the Corps G-3 and the G-4 (who use the CTO) and the movement control center (MCC). An Air Force liaison officer assists the CTO. A-14. The Corps G-3 provides the missions and the priority of support. The G-3 coordinates with the Corps G-4 to provide for logistics requirements. The G-3 then allocates the airframes to the COSCOM where the MCC enters them in the movement program.

DIVISION A-16. A division obtains Air Force airlift support by entering the airlift request system. Within the division, the three key elements involved in this system are the division G-3, division G-4, and the division transportation officer (DTO). An Air Force liaison officer collocates with and assists the DTO. A-17. Airlift support requests pass between the requesting unit and the DTO. Requests require coordination with the G-3 and G-4 to ensure the validation of the requirement. The method of delivery is then coordinated with the receiving unit by the MCC.

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Rocket Ballistics REQUIREMENTS FOR ACCURATE PREDICTED FIRE B-1. See chapter 6 for a complete discussion of the 5 general requirements for achieving accurate and predicted fire.

ROCKET ERROR SOURCES BIAS ERRORS B-2. Bias errors affect all rockets of a mission. They are “occasion to occasion” errors. Example—errors in measurement of wind speed or direction, errors in measurement of air density. • Boost Wind. This is the unpredictable error between the measured wind velocity and the wind velocity that the rocket encountered during the initial launch stage. The MLRS family of munitions (MFOM) rockets are extremely sensitive to the low-level winds due to the relatively low velocity of the rocket as it leaves the launch tube. The resulting effect produces a path heading error in the first few seconds of flight. • Coast Wind. This is the unpredictable error between the measured wind velocity and the wind velocity that the rocket encountered during the majority of its flight (upper-level winds). Note: Standard tactical meteorological system reports a measurement that is up to 4 hours old and was taken a number of kilometers away from the rocket flight path. This spatial and temporal difference is the major contributor to the random bias error associated with both boost and coast winds. • • •

• • • •

Impulse. This is the difference between the average total impulse of the rocket motors in the pod and that of the nominal motor. Manufacturing tolerances and system design control this error. Drag. This is the difference between the average aerodynamic drag of the rockets in the pod compared to the perfect nominal rocket. Manufacturing tolerances and system design also control this error. Ambient Temperature. This is the unpredictable difference between the measured temperature of the atmosphere and the actual temperature experienced by the rocket. Temperature is a variable used to compute air densities that in turn is used to compute drag. Pressure. This is the unpredictable difference between the measured pressure of the atmosphere and the actual pressure experienced by the rocket. Pressure is also a variable used to compute air density and ultimately drag. Position Determining System (PDS). There are errors created by the onboard position determining system. The majority of range errors are due to the inaccurate determination of launcher altitude. This error is independent of rocket design or manufacture. Submunition. These errors are primarily due to unknown and unaccounted for winds in the target area. Rocket/Stabilization Reference Package (SRP) Misalignment. This error is due to a misalignment of the launch pod and/or rockets and the SRP. This error is controlled by system design, manufacturing tolerances, and launcher maintenance procedures.

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PRECISION ERRORS B-3. Precision errors are caused by variations between rockets. Example—variations in launch weight and rocket motor total impulse (see figure B-1). • Mal-Launch. Mal-launch is the apparently random “kick” given to the rocket while it is exiting the launch tube. It is created through a complex and not well-understood interaction of the rocket with the launch pod, the sabots, launcher, and exhaust gases. Mal-launch rates are usually derived indirectly and quoted as an angular rate at tube exit and are not predictable. • Drag. Drag variability is the random rocket-to-rocket variability of the drag characteristics. • Impulse. Impulse variability is the random rocket-to-rocket variability of the rocket motor. • Submunition. This factor is caused primarily by the height of burst (HOB) precision variability. Varying HOBs will allow a variable amount of wind drift to affect the submunition secondary trajectory. • Mass Unbalance. Mass unbalance is the unbalanced condition of the rocket as it leaves the launch tube. An unbalanced condition will create a mal-launch condition. • Thrust Malalignment. This is the condition where the motor thrust is not aligned with the rocket center. The effect of this has been minimized by the use of rocket rotation. Note: ATACMS does not use MET for its initial position ballistic solution. The launcher requires standard MET. ATACMS can be launched in sustained winds less than 18 m/sec = 35 knots = 40 mph and gusts less than 23 m/sec = 45 knots = 50 mph. When employing ER MLRS, MET data no older than 30 minutes is required to achieve maximum accuracy out to 45 kilometers.

Figure B-1. Bias and Precision Errors

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MLRS Battalion and Battery Tactical Standing Operating Procedures This appendix is designed as a guide and checklist for preparing a field artillery TSOP for the MLRS battalion and MLRS battery. This appendix is not intended to be all-inclusive regarding the information required by an individual unit TSOP. These TSOP outlines are recommended for use by all MLRS battalions and MLRS batteries to standardize TSOPs within the MLRS community. MLRS platoon operations are usually covered within the MLRS battalion or battery TSOP. Therefore, a separate MLRS platoon TSOP will not be addressed.

SECTION I – TRAINING STANDING OPERATING PROCEDURES (TSOP) FORMAT C-1. The TSOP is a set of instructions covering those features of operations that lend themselves to a definite or standardized procedure to increase effectiveness. The TSOP is an order from the commander that tells his staff and subordinates how he intends to run his unit. Procedures outlined in the unit TSOP apply unless the commander orders otherwise. C-2. This appendix provides an outline for use in developing a TSOP. A sample format is provided for use by all MLRS battalions and MLRS batteries. Standardized formats are very helpful to newly assigned personnel who must quickly find the answers to operations questions. When TSOPs are exchanged with other units during coordination or liaison, they help both units understand the operating procedures of the other. C-3. The basic format of a TSOP is the implementing memorandum with attached annexes and appendixes (as shown in the following examples). A table of contents to provide a quick reference to information contained in the TSOP may also be inserted. C-4. Normally, TSOPs are unclassified to facilitate distribution to all levels that need to have the information. However, selected portions of the TSOP may be classified and should be identified as such in the table of contents (and properly secured). (Normally, each annex would start on a separate page. However, for presentation here, a line between each annex shows page breaks.)

NOTE: The following Appendixes are Unique to BN TSOP • • • •

APPENDIX 2 LIAISON APPENDIX 7 HHB OPERATIONS APPENDIX 11 CIVIL OPERATION APPENDIX 13 FROWARD SUPPORT COMPANY OPERATION

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Example Implementing Memorandum (Battalion and Battery)

Department of the Army Location Unit OFFICE SYMBOL

Date

MEMORANDUM FOR SEE DISTRIBUTION SUBJECT: Tactical Standing Operating Procedures 1. REFERENCES. This paragraph should contain all references that support the TSOP. A primary reference is the TSOP of the unit's higher headquarters with which it must operate. In cases where a unit has contingency missions with more than 1 higher headquarters, its TSOP should be written for the primary mission and annotations should be made within the text as appropriate where procedures differ. 2. APPLICABILITY/SCOPE. The purpose of this paragraph is to outline the applicability and/or scope of the TSOP. The paragraph below is 1 example. This TSOP covers only wartime operations after deployment. This TSOP does not and will not repeat doctrine, tactics, or techniques that are provided in FMs, TMs, and mission training plans (MTPs). It applies to all organic, assigned, attached, and OPCON units. It also applies to all supporting units operating in or occupying areas within the battalion or battery area of operation. All TSOP provisions apply except as modified by operations orders and plans. No provision will replace good judgment and common sense. 3. PURPOSE. The purpose of this paragraph is to describe the purpose of the TSOP. The paragraph below is 1 example. This TSOP prescribes guidance for the conduct of sustained tactical operations. Specifically, it standardizes those routine and/or recurring operational procedures and responsibilities of individuals and/or organic and supporting elements. 4. GUIDANCE TO SUBORDINATE UNITS. As appropriate. 5. PROPONENCY. Overall proponency is usually the battalion S-3 or the operations officer at the battery level. The proponent for each annex and appendix may be listed in this paragraph if applicable. 6. CHANGES. The purpose of this paragraph is to outline procedures for making changes to the TSOP. Consider the following topics for inclusion in this paragraph: • Who is responsible for writing and coordinating changes? Normally the proponent of each annex and/or appendix is responsible for writing changes to his respective annex and/or appendix. • Who approves changes? Normally the commander approves changes to the TSOP, but the procedure for approval and dissemination must be specified. • How changes are to be posted. A posted changes page should precede the TSOP. SIGNATURE BLOCK RANK, FA Commanding DISTRIBUTION: Distribution is usually made in accordance with a unit distribution scheme, such as "DISTRIBUTION A.” Whether distribution is made in accordance with a unit distribution scheme or listed by element and number of copies, the following should be considered: • What elements need copies within the battalion or battery? • How many copies are needed by each element? • Distribution of changes. • Liaison officer team distribution during operations. • Distribution to external elements.

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SECTION II – BATTALION TSOP Example Table of Contents (Battalion TSOP) ANNEX A. OPERATIONS Appendix 1 - Battalion Command Post 2 – Liaison 3 - Movement and Positioning 4 - Command and Control 5 - Fire Direction 6 - Survey and Meteorological Support 7 - HHB Operations 8 - Firing Battery Operations 9 - Firing Platoon Operations 10 - Launcher Operations 11 - Civil Military Operations 12 - Emergency Destruction ANNEX B. INTELLIGENCE ANNEX C. AIR DEFENSE ANNEX D. CBRN Appendix 1 - CBRN Operations 2 - CBRN Decontamination 3 – Mission-oriented protective posture (MOPP) 4 - CBRN Threat Warning and Alarm System ANNEX E. SIGNAL Appendix 1 - Radio Communications 2 - MSE Communications 3 - Communications Security 4 – Resynchronization ANNEX F. SUSTAINMENT Appendix 1 - Battalion Trains 2 - Administrative/Logistics Operation Center 3 - Personnel Administration 4 - Supply Operations 5 - Ammunition Management and Resupply Operations 6 – Services 7 - Unit Ministry Operation 8 - Maintenance Operations 9 - Refueling Operation 10 – Reconstitution 11 - Medical Support Operations ANNEX G. SAFETY Appendix 1 – Risk Analysis ANNEX H. REPORTS Appendix 1 - Personnel and Administration Reports 2 - Intelligence and Security Reports 3 - Operations Reports 4 - Logistical Reports 5 - CBRN Reports 6 - Communications and Electronics Operations

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ANNEX A (OPERATIONS) TO B N, FA (MLRS) TSOP C-5. The purpose of this annex is to prescribe operations within the battalion. Consider the appendixes below for inclusion in this annex.

APPENDIX 1—BATTALION COMMAND POST C-6. This appendix shows the physical setup of the battalion CP and establishes internal CP operating procedures. Consider the following topics for inclusion in this appendix: • CP manning. • Shift organization and sleep plan. • Shift changeover time and procedures. • Overall CP lay down with vehicles. • TOC internal setup. • CP communications (internal and external). • Specific duties and responsibilities. • Priorities of work. • Access control. • Security. • Load plans.

APPENDIX 2—LIAISON C-7. This appendix outlines the duties and responsibilities for liaison personnel. Consider the following topics: • Organization. • Transportation. • Communications. • Checklist for liaison team. • Liaison functions. • Liaison responsibilities to supported unit. • Liaison responsibilities to parent unit. • Prioritization and formation of ad hoc teams, as required. • Load plans.

APPENDIX 3—MOVEMENT AND POSITIONING C-8. This appendix prescribes movement and positioning requirements, procedures, and techniques used within the battalion. Consider the following topics: • Specific duties and responsibilities. • Movement orders. • Movement techniques and METT-TC. • Positioning in the offense. • Positioning in the defense. • Displacement options. • Convoy procedures. • Command and control during movement.

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APPENDIX 4—COMMAND AND CONTROL C-9. This appendix outlines how the battalion will be commanded and controlled. Consider the following topics: • Responsibilities for command and control. • Orders process. • Orders distribution. • Orders format. • Succession of command. • Transfer of CP operations. • Alternate CP. • Jump CP operations. • Assignment of rocket or missile missions to batteries.

APPENDIX 5—FIRE DIRECTION C-10. This appendix standardizes tactical fire direction procedures and information. Consider the following topics: • Personnel responsibilities. • Initialization. • Equipment maintenance. • Communications procedures. • Degraded mode operations procedures. • Battalion fire direction procedures. • Platoon and battery fire direction procedures. • Massed fire procedures. • Subscriber tables.

APPENDIX 6—SURVEY AND METEOROLOGICAL SUPPORT C-11. This appendix prescribes survey operations and identifies responsibilities and procedures for receiving and disseminating met messages. Consider the following topics: • Personnel responsibilities. • Survey priorities (for example, PADS, DAGR, and hasty survey). • Radio communications and requests for survey. • SCP locations and markings. • GPS procedures. • Datum coordination and control. • Extension of survey. • Alternate met procedures in case of electronic failure. • Met message dissemination times. • Coordination of met requirements.

APPENDIX 7—HHB OPERATIONS C-12. This appendix prescribes operating procedures for the HHB. Consider the following topics: • Tactical organization. • Personnel and section responsibilities. • RSOP.

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Advance party configuration, equipment, and procedures. HHB rearm, refuel, and refit operations. Load plans.

APPENDIX 8—FIRING BATTERY OPERATIONS C-13. This appendix prescribes operating procedures for firing batteries. Consider the following topics: • Battery deployment configurations. • Battery OPAREA. • Battery CP lay down with vehicles. • BOC and LOC internal setups. • BOC and LOC manning. • BOC and LOC shift organizations and sleep plan. • Shift changeover time and briefing procedures. • Communications (internal and external). • Specific duties and responsibilities. • RSOP. • Advance party configuration, equipment, and procedures. • Security. • Load plans. • Rearm, refuel, and refit operations.

APPENDIX 9—FIRING PLATOON OPERATIONS C-14. This appendix prescribes operating procedures for firing platoons. Consider the following topics: • Platoon deployment configurations. • Platoon OPAREA. • POC internal setup. • Sleep plan. • Communications (internal and external). • Fire direction (hot, cool, cold status, ammo status). • Positioning (firing points, ammo supply points, SCPs, and rendezvous points). • Specific duties and responsibilities. • RSOP. • Advance party configuration, equipment, and procedures. • Security. • Load plans.

APPENDIX 10—LAUNCHER OPERATIONS C-15. This appendix prescribes operating procedures for launchers. Consider the following topics: • Fire direction (status, response time, and start-up data). • Positioning (site selection, masking, and survey). • Movement. • Security. • Specific duties and responsibilities.

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APPENDIX 11—CIVIL MILITARY OPERATIONS C-16. This appendix prescribes operating procedures for civil military operations. Consider the following topics: • Specific duties and responsibilities. • Communications and coordination with local and/or host nation officials. • Refugee control. • Local and/or host nation support.

APPENDIX 12—EMERGENCY DESTRUCTION C-17. This appendix prescribes procedures within the battalion. Consider the following topics: • Specific duties and responsibilities (for example, chain of command/authority to order emergency destruction). • Priorities. • Methods. • Verification and reporting.

APPENDIX 13—FORWARD SUPPORT COMPANY OPERATIONS C-18. This appendix prescribes procedures within the battalion. Consider the following topics: • Company deployment configurations. • Company OPAREA. • Company CP lay down with vehicles. • BOC and LOC internal setups. • BOC and LOC manning. • BOC and LOC shift organizations and sleep plan. • Shift changeover time and briefing procedures. • Communications (internal and external). • Specific duties and responsibilities. • RSOP. • Advance party configuration, equipment, and procedures. • Security. • Load plans. • Rearm, refuel, and refit operations.

ANNEX B (INTELLIGENCE) TO_BN, FA (MLRS) TSOP C-19. This annex prescribes intelligence operations within the battalion. Consider the following topics: • Specific duties and responsibilities. • Control and destruction of classified documents. • EPW procedures. • Returnees. • Security. • Weather. • Mapping, charting, and geodesy. • Tactical jamming procedures. • Essential elements of information (EEI).

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IPB. Interface with MI and USAF sensing platforms.

ANNEX C (AIR DEFENSE) TO_BN, FA (MLRS) TSOP C-20. This annex prescribes air defense operations within the battalion. Consider the following topics: • AMD procedures (active and passive). • AMD warning and weapons control status. • Hostile aircraft criteria. • Rules of engagement. • Attached AD elements (C2 of and support for).

ANNEX D (CBRN ) TO_BN_FA (MLRS) TSOP C-21. This annex provides CBRN defense information and prescribes CBRN operations within the battalion.

APPENDIX 1—CBRN OPERATIONS C-22. This appendix prescribes CBRN readiness and defense operations. Consider the following topics: • Individual skills. • CBRN teams and/or control parties. • Warning devices. • Collective skills. • Radiation exposure guidance. • Unmasking procedures. • Threat assessment. • Hazard overlay.

APPENDIX 2—CBRN DECONTAMINATION C-23. This appendix establishes CBRN procedures. Consider the following topics: • Specific duties and responsibilities. • Decontamination procedures and levels of decontamination. • Requests for decontamination support from batteries, platoons, and higher headquarters.

APPENDIX 3—MOPP C-24. This appendix provides easily accessible information and standardizes wear of protective clothing and use of equipment. Consider the following topics: • MOPP levels and dissemination of MOPP. • Standardized wear of MOPP gear (for example, name labels, and so forth). • Requisition and issue of protective clothing and equipment. • Location and contents of individual protective clothing and equipment bags.

APPENDIX 4—CBRN THREAT WARNING AND ALARM SYSTEM C-25. This appendix provides easily accessible information and establishes CBRN threat warning and alarm procedures and priority means of dissemination within the battalion.

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ANNEX E (SIGNAL) TO BN _FA (MLRS) TSOP C-26. This annex prescribes signal operations within the battalion. Consider the following topics: • Specific duties and responsibilities (staff, batteries, and platoons). • Communications integration with higher, lower, supported, and adjacent units. • Signal equipment maintenance.

APPENDIX 1—COMMUNICATIONS C-27. This appendix provides communications information and prescribes communications procedures. Consider the following topics: • External radio net diagrams. • Internal radio net diagrams. • Priority of nets. • Specific operating and setup procedures (for example, net control, use of antennas, and so forth).

APPENDIX 2—MSE COMMUNICATIONS C-28. This appendix provides MSE communications information and prescribes MSE communications procedures. Consider the following topics: • Affiliation codes and procedures. • Disaffiliation procedures. • RAU positioning and coverage. • J-1077 positioning and access. • Subscriber information.

APPENDIX 3—COMMUNICATIONS SECURITY C-29. This appendix establishes communications security procedures. Consider the following topics: • COMSEC changeover times and procedures. • Distribution of COMSEC material. • Loss and recovery of COMSEC material. • SOI procedures. • MSRT variable control. • Remote keying procedures. • MSRT compromise and recovery procedures. • GPS.

APPENDIX 4—RESYNCHRONIZATION C-30. This appendix prescribes procedures to resynchronize serialization of digital systems to correct serialization without voice transmission.

ANNEX F (SUSTAINMENT) TO BN, FA (MLRS) TSOP C-31. This annex prescribes sustainment operations within the battalion

APPENDIX 1—BATTALION TRAINS C-32. This appendix shows the physical setup of the battalion trains and establishes internal operating procedures. Consider the following topics: • Specific duties and responsibilities. • Trains area layout (vehicles and sections).

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Internal communications. Security. Movement and positioning.

APPENDIX 2—ALOC C-33. This appendix shows the physical setup of the ALOC and establishes internal ALOC operating procedures. Consider the following topics: • Specific ALOC functions. • ALOC manning. • Shift organization and sleep plan. • Shift changeover time and briefing procedures. • ALOC internal setup. • C2. • Specific duties and responsibilities. • Priorities of work. • Load plans.

APPENDIX 3—PERSONNEL OPERATIONS C-34. This appendix prescribes personnel operations within the battalion to support the soldier and batteries. Consider the following topics: • Maintenance of unit strength (all levels within the battalion). • Personnel replacement operations. • Personnel accounting and strength reporting. • Personnel database management. • Casualty management. • Postal operations. • EPW and civilian internee (CI) operations. • Morale, welfare, and recreation (MWR). • Other personnel functions (orders, evaluation reports, promotions, personnel actions, personnel assignment and utilization, and awards). • Logistics package (LOGPAC) input.

APPENDIX 4—SUPPLY OPERATIONS C-35. This appendix prescribes procedures to request, receive, store, and issue supplies. Consider the following topics: • Specific duties and responsibilities. • Management of supplies. • Requisition, flow, and supply distribution (prioritize when applicable). • All classes of supply (controlled and non-controlled). • Water operations, requirements, and points. • Map supply. • Publications and blank forms. • Tabs for preplanned LOGPACs. • Specific categories of supply (for example, CBRN, communications, and small arms).

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APPENDIX 5—AMMUNITIONS MANAGEMENT AND RESUPPLY OPERATIONS C-36. This appendix prescribes ammunition management and resupply procedures. Consider the following topics: • Specific duties and responsibilities. • Requests. • Resupply procedures used within the battalion. • Standardization of markings for unserviceable munitions.

APPENDIX 6—SERVICES C-37. This appendix describes logistics support services within the battalion. Consider the following topics: • Laundry. • Clothing exchange. • Showers. • CTA-50 exchange. • Graves registration.

APPENDIX 7—UNIT MINISTRY OPERATIONS C-38. This appendix prescribes unit ministry operating procedures. Consider the following topics: • Communications. • Priority of coverage. • Coordination of religious services. • Chaplain support activities. • Mass burial. • Civil actions. • Supplies and logistic support. • Accommodation of religious practices. • Lay minister functions.

APPENDIX 8—MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS C-39. This appendix prescribes maintenance operations. Consider the following topics: • Specific duties and responsibilities. • Maintenance priorities. • Recovery and evacuation priorities. • Cannibalization and controlled substitution. • BDAR. • Weapons system replacement order (WSRO). • Contact teams. • Equipment density listing. • Repairable and returnable components and assemblies. • Operational readiness float (ORF). • Equipment evacuation. • COMSEC maintenance.

APPENDIX 9—REFUELING OPERATIONS C-40. This appendix prescribes refueling operations within the battalion. Consider the following topics: • Specific duties and responsibilities. • Fuel request procedures and priorities.

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Refuel-on-the-move. Day procedures and template. Night procedures and template. Security. Safety.

APPENDIX 10—RECONSTITUTION C-41. This appendix prescribes procedures to reconstitute the battalion when it falls below an unacceptable level of combat readiness. Consider the following topics: • Specific duties and responsibilities. • Requirement to reconstitute (mass casualties, mass destruction of equipment, and the destruction or loss of effectiveness). • Method of reconstitution (reorganization and regeneration).

APPENDIX 11—MEDICAL SUPPORT OPERATIONS C-42. This appendix prescribes medical support operations. Consider the following topics: • Specific duties and responsibilities. • Locations and deployment configurations of medical assets—CP and/or trains. • Assignment of medics. • Communications. • Field sanitation. • Combat lifesaver training. • Evacuation and reporting procedures. • Priority of evacuation. • Collection and accountability of individual equipment and effects. • Treatment and prevention of disease. • Mental health, dental, and other essential services.

ANNEX G (SAFETY) TO BN, _FA (MLRS) TSOP C-43. This annex prescribes combat safety requirements and provides risk assessment procedures within the battalion.

APPENDIX 1—SAFETY INFORMATION AND REPORTING C-44. This appendix prescribes how command safety information will be distributed and the requirements and means for rendering accident and incident reports.

APPENDIX 2—FIRING SAFETY C-45. This appendix prescribes combat firing safety requirements.

ANNEX H (REPORTS) TO BN, _FA (MLRS TSOP) C-46. This annex provides a single consolidated section within the TSOP to prescribe report requirements within the battalion. Normally, reports are segregated by staff functional area. Reports should be tailored to specific requirements of higher headquarters and the commander's need for input into his decision-making process. Avoid requiring information that is duplicated in other reports or that is of minimal value. To the greatest extent possible, coordinate report transmission and effective times to reduce workloads and to synchronize staff actions. The means for submitting each report and the priority of each means must be

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addressed. Many reports are submitted as required and should be so indicated. Consider the reports below within this annex.

APPENDIX 1—PERSONNEL AND ADMINISTRATION REPORTS C-47. Consider the following: • Personnel status report. • Casualty feeder report. • Medical evacuation (MEDEVAC) request.

APPENDIX 2—INTELLIGENCE AND SECURITY REPORTS C-48. Consider the following: • Weather report. • SALUTE report. • Sensitive items report.

APPENDIX 3—OPERATIONS REPORTS C-49. Consider the following: • SITREP. • Launcher status report. • Voice or manual fire mission. • Recon order. • Movement order. • Closing report. • Request to displace. • Ammunition assets report.

APPENDIX 4—LOGISTICAL REPORTS C-50. Consider the following: • Logistics status (LOGSTAT) report. • Equipment status report. • Combat loss report. • Logistical spot report. • Emergency resupply request (ammunition and fuel).

APPENDIX 5—CBRN REPORTS C-51. Consider the following: • CBRN 1 report. • CBRN 2 report. • CBRN 3 report. • CBRN 4 report. • CBRN 5 report. • CBRN 6 report. • Chemical downwind message. • Effective downwind message. • Request for decontamination support. • Radiation status report.

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APPENDIX 6—COMMUNICATIONS AND ELECTRONICS OPERATIONS REPORTS C-52. Consider the meaconing, interference, jamming, and intrusion (MIJI) operations feeder report.

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LNO Checklist PREPARATION FOR OPERATIONS EQUIPMENT • • • • • • •

• • • •

Personal field gear and equipment. Night vision goggles. GPS receiver. Camouflage screening system. Hex tent/stove/cots/water cans. Fire control system (for example, AFATDS). Communications Systems: „ Radios/COMSEC devices. „ OE254 antenna (2 each). „ AN/GRA-39 remote. „ TA-312 telephone. „ DR-8 (w/WD-1A/TT). TA-1035/U with MX-10891/G field wire. Maps and overlay material. Field table with chairs. Office supplies and materials to include: „ Pens/pencils/markers. „ Notepads and tablet. „ Rubbing alcohol/paper towels. „ DA Form 1594 (Daily Staff Journal or Duty Officer’s Log)/fire mission logs.

INFORMATION • • • • • • • • • •

TSOP/SOI/OPLAN/OPORD of sending unit. TSOP/SOI/OPLAN/OPORD of receiving unit. Location and route to receiving CP. Intelligence update. Current plans, orders, maps, overlays, and targeting information to include concept of operation, concept of fires, and commander's intent. Unit locations/readiness and strength. Land management coordinating agency (force headquarters FC/FE). Logistical considerations and supporting agencies. Current status of receiving unit's mission. References: field and technical manuals.

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LIAISON CHECKLIST BEFORE DEPARTING THE SENDING UNIT: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Do you understand what the commander wants the receiving commander to know? Did you arrange for a briefing from operations, intelligence, and other staff elements concerning current and future operations? Did you verify the receipt of, and do you understand, the tasks your staff has given you? Did you obtain the correct maps, traces, and overlays (including maneuver, engineer, and fire support overlays)? Did you arrange for transport, communications and cryptographic equipment, codes, and signal instructions, and for their protection and security? Did you arrange for replacement of these items, as necessary? Did you arrange for the departure of the liaison party? Did you complete route-reconnaissance and time-management plans so you will arrive at the designated location on time? Do you and your party know how you are to destroy the information you are carrying in an emergency, in transit, and at the receiving unit? Do you have SOI? (Do you know the challenge and password?) Did you inform your headquarters of when you will leave, what route you will take, when you are to arrive, POC for linkup with receiving unit and, when known, the estimated time and route of your return? Did you pick up all correspondence designated for the receiving headquarters? Did you conduct a radio check? (Do you have appropriate COMSEC equipment?) Do you know the impending moves of your headquarters and of the receiving headquarters? Did you bring automation or computers to support your operation? Did you pack adequate supplies of Class I and III for use in transit?

DURING THE LIAISON TOUR: • • • • • •

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Pick up all correspondence for your headquarters before leaving. Inform the receiving headquarters of when you will depart, what route you will take, and when you expect to arrive at the sending unit.

AFTER RETURNING TO THE SENDING UNIT: • • •

Did you deliver all correspondence? Did you brief the appropriate staff elements? Did you prepare the necessary reports?

EXAMPLE OUTLINE OF A LIAISON OFFICER'S HANDBOOK/TSOP 1. Table of contents, with the sending unit proponency statement. 2. Purpose statement. 3. Introduction statement. 4. Definitions. 5. Scope statement. 6. Responsibilities and guidelines for conduct. 7. Actions before departing from the sending unit. 8. Actions on arriving at the receiving unit. 9. Actions during liaison operations at the receiving unit. 10. Actions before departing from the receiving unit. 11. Actions on arrival at the sending unit. 12. Sample questions. 13. Information requirements. 14. Required reports (from higher and sending units' TSOP). 15. Packing list (administrative supplies and unit TSOP, field uniform, equipment). • Credentials. •

Forms. (DA Forms 1594 and Other blank forms)

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References.

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Computers for information and data exchange. Removable storage drives for transport and transfer of electronic files.

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Signal operating instructions extract.

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Security code encryption device.

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Communications equipment, including remote equipment.

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Phone book.

•

List of commanders and staff officers.

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Telephone calling (credit) card.

•

Movement table.

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Administrative equipment (pens, paper, scissors, tape, hole punch, and so on).

•

Map and chart equipment (pens, pins, protractor, straight edge, scale, distance counter, acetate, unit markers, and so on).

16. References. 17. Sending unit's command modification tables of organization and equipment (MTOE), unit status report (if appropriate because of the classification of the report).

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Appendix E

MLRS Command Posts This appendix provides examples of CPs for the MLRS battalion, battery, and platoon. It is a guide for the MLRS battalion commander and his staff, the MLRS battery commander and battery HQ and support personnel, and the MLRS platoon leader and platoon HQ personnel. The battalion CPs in this appendix are for an MLRS battalion deployed under option 1—dual command posts. The battery CPs in this appendix are for an MLRS battery deployed with a split HQ. Each unit must adapt these CPs to its own particular mission and deployment option and to the personnel and equipment authorized in their modification tables of organization and equipment (MTOE).

SECTION I—MLRS BATTALION COMMAND POST

Figure E-1. Vehicles at the MLRS Battalion CP, Option 1—Dual CPs Note: The battalion commander’s vehicle and the S-6 vehicle will often be away from the CP area. Table E-1. Personnel at the MLRS Battalion CP, Option 1—Dual CPs Section/Element Position

Rank

MOS

Number

Shift A/B

Battalion HQ Command Section

Commander

O5

13A00

1

Command Sergeant Major

E9

00Z50

1

Vehicle Driver

E3

13P10

1

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Table E-1. Personnel at the MLRS Battalion CP, Option 1—Dual CPs Section/Element Position

Rank

MOS

Number

Shift A/B

S-3Section

S-3

O4

13A00

1

Operations Officer

O3

13A00

1

A

Chemical Officer

O2

74B00

1

A

Operations Sergeant

E9

13Z50

1

B

Master Gnr/Asst Ops Sergeant

E7

13M40

1

A

Chief Surveyor

E6

13S30

1

CBRN NCO

E6

74B30

1

B

Senior Radio Opr- Maintainer

E5

25C20

1

A

Fire Direction Specialist

E4

13P10

2

A,B

Radio Opr-Maintainer

E4

25C10

1

B

Radio Opr-Maintainer

E3

25C10

1

A

13A00

1

A

13P40

1

B

13P30

2

A/B

13P20

4

A/B

25C20

1

A

13P10

2

A/B

25C10

1

B

25C10

1

A

B

Fire Direction Center (Bn)

Fire Direction Officer

O3

Chief Fire Direction Computer

E7

Fire Direction Computer

E6

Battery Display Operator

E5

Senior Radio Opr-Maintainer

E5

Fire Direction Specialist

E4

Radio Opr-Maintainer

E4

Radio Opr-Maintainer

E3 S-2 Section

S-2

O3

13A00

1

Targeting Officer

W2

131A0

1

Intelligence Sergeant

E8

13Z50

1

A

Intelligence Analyst

E5

35F20

1

B

Fire Direction Spc/Vehicle Driver

E4

13P10

1

B

Survey Section

E-2

PADs Team Chief

E5

13S20

1

A

PADs Team Chief

E5

13S20

2

A,B

PADs Vehicle Driver

E4

13S10

1

A

PADs Vehicle Driver

E4

13S10

2

A,B

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Table E-1. Personnel at the MLRS Battalion CP, Option 1—Dual CPs Section/Element Position

FA Surveyor

Rank

MOS

Number

Shift A/B

E3

13S10

1

A

Table E-2. MLRS Battalion TOC Shifts by Duty Position Duty Position

Shift A

Shift B

Duty Officer

Operations Officer

S-2

Duty NCO

Intelligence Sergeant

Operations Sergeant

Fire Direction

Fire Direction Officer

Chief Fire Direction Computer

Computer Operator

Battery Display Operator

Battery Display Operator

CBRN Operations

Chemical Officer

CBRN NCO

Figure E-2. MLRS Battalion TOC—Side-by-Side Configuration

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Figure E-3. Vehicles at the MLRS Battalion Trains, Option 1—Dual CPs Note: Commanders must consider the defense of the TOC and the ALOC if operating in a split HQ configuration.

Table E-3. Personnel at MLRS Battalion Trains, Option 1—Dual CPs Section/Element Position

Rank

MOS

Number

Shift A/B

Battalion HQ Command Section

E-4

Executive Officer

O4

13A00

1

Vehicle Driver

E3

13P10

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Commander

O3

13A00

1

First Sergeant

E8

13Z5M

1

Supply Sergeant

E6

92Y30

1

Armor

E4

92Y10

1

Vehicle Driver

E3

13P10

1

S-1 Section

S-1

O3

42B00

1

B

Senior Human Resources Sergeant

E7

42A40

1

A

Human Resources Sergeant

E6

42A30

1

B

Human Resources Sergeant

E5

42A20

2

A,B

Paralegal Specialist

E4

27D10

1

A

Human Resources Specialist

E4

42A10

1

Human Resources Specialist

E3

42A10

1

Human Resources Specialist

E3

42A10

1

Unit Ministry Team

Chaplain

O3

56A00

1

Chaplain Assistant

E4

56M10

1

Medical Platoon HQ

Platoon Leader

O3

65D00

1

Section NCO

E6

68W30

1

Medical Treatment Team

Physician Assistant

O3

65D00

1

Health Care Sergeant

E6

68W3O

1

Health Care Specialist

E4

68W1O

1

Health Care Specialist

E3

68W1O

1

68W10

6

Combat Medic Section

Combat Medic

E4 Ambulance Team

Emergency Care Sergeant

E5

68W2O

1

Ambulance Aide/Driver

E3

68W1O

1

S-4 Section

S-4

O3

13A00

1

A

PAT/PBO

W2

920A0

1

B

Sr Maint Supervisor

E8

63Z5O

1

A

Supply NCO

E7

92Y4O

1

A

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Supply Sergeant

E6

92Y3O

1

B

Asst Supply Sergeant

E5

92Y2O

1

A

Property Book NCO

E5

92Y2O

1

A

Property Book NCO

E5

92Y2O

1

B

Supply Specialist

E4

92Y1O

2

A, B

Supply Specialist

E3

92Y1O

1

A

Ammunition Management Section

Ammunition Officer

O2

13A00

Ammunition NCO

E7

13M4O

Vehicle Driver

E3

13P1O

S-6 Section

S-6

O3

25A00

1

A

Signal Support System Chief

E8

25U50

1

B

Fwd Signal Support NCO

E6

25U30

3

Signal Information Service Specialist

E4

25U10

1

A

Signal Support System Maint

E4

25U10

1

B

Signal Support System Specialist

E3

25U10

1

A

Automation Management Section

LAN Manager

E4

25B10

1

A

LAN Manager

E3

25B10

1

B

Retransmission Team

Team Chief

E5

25U20

1

Radio Retransmission Operator

E4

25U10

1

Radio Retransmission Operator

E3

25U10

1

Table E-4. MLRS Battalion ALOC Shifts by Duty Position Duty Position

Shift A

Shift B

Duty officer

S-4

S-1

Duty NCO

Senior Human Resources Sergeant

Battalion supply NCO

Maintenance Representative

Battalion Maintenance Officer

Unit Maint Technician

Supply Representative

Supply Sergeant Property

PAT/PBO

Personnel/Administration

Human Resources SGT

Human Resources SSG

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Figure E-4. MLRS Battalion ALOC in Built-up Trucks Note: In some units, built-up cargo trucks for the ALOC are not possible because of vehicle haul requirements. See figure E-5 for the ALOC in a tent.

Figure E-5. MLRS Battalion ALOC in a General Purpose Medium Tent Note: The objective L-series Tables of organization and equipment (TOE) does not have AN/GRA-39 remote radios. The primary communication means is MSE.

Table E-5. Forward Support Company with the MLRS Battalion Section/Element Position

Rank

MOS

Number

Shift A/B

*

Company Headquarters

Commander

O3

90A00

1

Executive Officer

O2

88A00

1

First Sergeant

E8

63Z5M

1

Supply Sergeant

E6

92Y3O

1

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CBRN Specialist Armorer Supply Specialist

E4

74D1O

1

E4

92Y1O

1

E4

92Y1O

1

Field Feeding Section Rank

MOS

Number

Sr Food Opns Sergeant

Section/Element Position

E7

92G4O

1

Sr First Cook

E6

92G3O

1

Cook

E5

92G2O

2

Cook

E5

92G2O

5

Cook

E4

92G1O

3

Shift A/B

Distribution Platoon Headquarters

Platoon Leader

O2

92A00

1

Platoon Sergeant

E7

92A4O

1

Mat Con/Acctg Sp

E4

92A1O

1

General Supply Section

Section Sergeant

E6

88M3O

1

Heavy Vehicle Driver

E4

88M1O

1

Vehicle Driver

E4

88M1O

4

Vehicle Driver

E4

88M1O

4

Class Iii Distribution Section

Petrl Hvy Veh Opr

E5

92F2O

1

Petrl Hvy Veh Opr

E4

92F1O

3

Petrl Lt Veh Opr

E4

92F1O

2

Petrl Lt Veh Opr

E4

92F1O

4

Class V Section

Squad Leader

E6

88M3O

1

Heavy Vehicle Driver

E6

88M3O

6

Heavy Vehicle Driver

E5

88M2O

19

Heavy Vehicle Driver

E4

88M1O

26

Vehicle Driver

E4

88M1O

2

Vehicle Driver

E3

88M1O

2

Heavy Vehicle Driver

E3

88M1O

14

E6

92F3O

1

E4

92W1O

1

Water Section

Section Chief Water Trmt Sp

Class III/V Squad

Squad Leader

E6

88M3O

1

Heavy Vehicle Driver

E6

88M3O

2

Heavy Vehicle Driver

E5

88M2O

7

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Table E-5. Forward Support Company with the MLRS Battalion Section/Element Position

Rank

MOS

Number

Heavy Vehicle Driver

E4

88M1O

10

Petrl Hvy Veh Opr Driver

E4

92F1O

2

E3

88M1O

5

Heavy Vehicle Driver

Shift A/B

Maintenance Platoon HQ

Platoon Leader

O2

91A00

1

Platoon Sergeant

E7

63X40

1

Maintenance Control Section

Maint Control Officer

O2

91A00

1

Senior Auto Mnt WO

W3

915E0

1

Maint Control Sgt

E7

63X40

1

Technical Inspector

E6

63B30

1

Equip Rec/Parts Sgt

E5

92A20

2

Equip Rec/Parts Sp

E4

92A10

2

Equip Rec/Parts Sp

E1

92A10

1

Maintenance Section

Motor Sgt

E7

63X4O

1

Shop Foreman

E6

63B3O

1

Senior Mechanic

E6

63B3O

1

MLRS Foreman

E6

94P3O

1

Pwr-Gen Equip Rep

E5

52D2O

1

Wheeled Veh Mech

E5

63B2O

4

Track Veh Mech

E5

63H2O

1

Signal Spt Sys Maint

E4

25U1O

1

Pwr-Gen Equip Rep

E4

52D1O

1

Const Equip Rep

E4

62B1O

1

Wheeled Veh Mech

E4

63B1O

4

Track Veh Mech

E4

63H1O

1

QM/Chem Equip Rep

E4

63J1O

1

Radio Repairer

E4

94E1O

1

Pwr-Gen Equip Rep

E3

52D1O

1

Wheeled Veh Mech

E3

63B1O

6

Track Veh Mech

E3

63H1O

1

Service/Recovery Section

Sr Tracked Mech

E6

63H3O

1

Welder

E5

44B2O

1

Recovery Veh Opr

E5

63H2O

1

Recovery Veh Opr

E4

63B1O

1

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Table E-5. Forward Support Company with the MLRS Battalion Section/Element Position

Rank

MOS

Number

Recovery Veh Opr

E4

63H1O

1

Welder

E3

44B1O

2

Shift A/B

(X3) Maintenance Support Team (Artillery)

Motor Sgt

E7

63X4O

3

Wheeled Veh Mech

E5

63B2O

3

Recovery Veh Opr

E5

63H2O

3

Track Veh Mech

E5

63H2O

3

Wheeled Veh Mech

E4

63B1O

3

Recovery Veh Opr

E4

63H1O

3

MLRS Repairer

E4

94P1O

3

Wheeled Veh Mech

E3

63B1O

3

Track Veh Mech

E3 63H1O 3 • The forward support company shift and support locations vary widely from the brigade support area to MLRS platoon locations. Veh = vehicle Opr = operator Mech = mechanic

SECTION III—MLRS BATTERY COMMAND POST

Figure E-6. MLRS Battery CP—Split HQ Note: The support platoon leader will be in and out of the CP area. Depending on the local mission requirements, the support platoon leader may be located at the battery trains.

Table E-6. Personnel at the MLRS Battery CP Split HQ Section/Element Position

Rank

MOS

Number

Shift A/B

Battery HQ

E-10

Battery commander

CPT

13A00

1

First sergeant

1SG

13Z5M

1

Vehicle driver

PFC

13P10

1

Forward signal support NCO (attached)

SSG

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Table E-6. Personnel at the MLRS Battery CP Split HQ Section/Element Position

Rank

MOS

Number

Shift A/B

Battery Operations Center

Operations officer

1LT

13A00

1

A

Battery operations sergeant

SFC

13P40

1

B

FDC section chief

SSG

13P30

1

A

CBRN NCO

SGT

54B20

1

Battery display operator

SGT

13P20

1

B

AFATDS

SPC

13P10

2

A/B

AFATDS

PFC

13P10

2

Legend FATDS = field artillery tactical data system FDC = fire direction center CBRN = chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear NCO = noncommissioned officer

Table E-7. MLRS BOC Shifts by Duty Position Duty Position

Shift A

Shift B

Duty officer

Operations officer

Support platoon leader

Duty NCO

Chief fire direction SGT

Senior fire direction SGT

CBRN operations

CBRN NCO

Computer operator

AFATDS (SPC)

AFATDS (SPC)

Fire direction specialist

AFATDS (PFC)

AFATDS (PFC)

Note: Personnel must be cross-trained to perform administrative and CBRN duties. Legend FATDS = field artillery tactical data system CBRN = nuclear, biological, and chemical and nuclear NCO = noncommissioned officer

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Figure E-7. MLRS Battery Operations Center in Carrier, CP

SECTION IV—MLRS BATTERY TRAINS

Figure E-8. MLRS Battery Trains —Split HQ

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Table E-8. Personnel at the MLRS Battery Trains Section/Element Position

Rank

MOS

Number

LOC Shift A/B

Support Platoon HQ

Platoon leader (BOC)

1LT

13A00

1

Platoon sergeant

SFC

13M40

1

Vehicle driver

PFC

13P10

1

Combat medic (attached)

SPC

91B10

2

A

Ammunition Section X2

Section chief

E6

13M30

2

Assistant section chief

E5

13M20

2

MLRS ammunition specialist

E4

13M10

12

MLRS ammunition specialist

E3

13M10

8

Supply Section

Supply sergeant

E5

92Y20

1

B

Armorer

E4

92Y10

1

A

Legend BFV = Bradley fighting vehicle BOC = battery operations center

Table E-9. MLRS Battery LOC Shifts by Duty Position Duty Position

Shift A

Shift B

Duty NCO

Support platoon SGT

Supply SGT

Maintenance representative

Equipment recovery/parts specialist

Equipment recovery/parts specialist

Clerk

Armorer/supply specialist

Note: Depending on local SOP and mission requirements, the battery first sergeant and the support platoon leader may be included in LOC shifts. Battery LOC could be collocated with the BOC. Legend BOC = battery operations center LOC = logistics operations center SOP = standing operating procedures

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Figure E-9. Battery LOC

SECTION V—PLATOON HEADQUARTERS E-1. The POC is usually positioned near the center of the platoon HQ area. The platoon HQ is not usually split into a CP and a train’s element, like the MLRS battalion and battery may be, because the platoon HQ is not equipped and manned to do so effectively. The POC is the CP of the platoon HQ.

Figure E-10. Vehicles at the MLRS Platoon HQ

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Table E-10 Personnel at the MLRS Platoon HQ Section/Element Position

Rank

MOS

Number

Shift A/B

Platoon leader

1LT

13A00

1

A

Platoon sergeant (LOC)

SFC

13M40

1

B

Battery display operator

SGT

13P20

1

B

Reconnaissance sergeant

SGT

13M20

1

A

FATDS

SPC

13P10

1

A

FATDS

PFC

13P10

1

B

Vehicle driver

PFC

13P10

1

A

Legend FATDS = field artillery tactical data system LOC = logistics operations center

Table E-11. MLRS POC Shifts by Duty Position Duty Position

Shift A

Shift B

Shift leader

Platoon leader

Platoon SGT (LOC)

Computer operator

FATDS (SPC)

Fire direction sergeant

Radiotelephone operator

Vehicle driver

FATDS (PFC)

Figure E-11. MLRS POC in C2V

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Appendix F

Hasty Survey Technique—Graphic Resection DESCRIPTION F-1. Graphic resection is a method of determining position based on the known locations of certain visible points. The equipment needed to perform a graphic resection includes a theadolite, a map sheet, overlay paper or acetate, and a straightedge.

PROCEDURES F-2. Select a location from which three distant points, which appear on the map, are visible. These points are well-defined vertical features such as towers, trig markers, or church steeples. F-3. Measure the three clockwise angles between these points with the aiming circle: first point to second point, second to third, and third point back around to the first, completing a circle around the horizon. For each angle, measure to the nearest 0.5 mils as follows: • Set up and level the aiming circle over the proposed SCP. • With the upper motion, set 0.0 mils on the aiming circle. • With the lower motion, sight on the first known point. • With the upper motion, measure the angle to the second point and record this first reading to the nearest 0.5 mil. • With this reading on the scales, sight again on the first point by using the lower motion. • With the upper motion, again measure the angle to the second point. Record the second reading on the upper motion to the nearest 0.5 mil. • Divide the second reading by 2 to determine the mean angle, which must agree with the first reading to the nearest 0.5 mil. If the first reading is more than 3,200 mils, you must add 6,400 mils to the second reading before dividing by 2. If the 2 readings do not agree within 0.5 mil, return to the first step. F-4. Add the mean angles from between each point to ensure that the total sum of all three is equal to 6,400 mil, plus or minus 1.5 mil. Determine the 8-digit grid locations of the 3 known points from the map or a trig list and write these locations beside the points. F-5. Using the overlay paper or acetate, draw a central point, which will represent the location of the aiming circle. Using a straightedge, draw a line (first ray) outward. Using a range-deflection protractor or a coordinate scale (less accurate), measure clockwise the number of mils corresponding to the angle between the first and second known points. Draw a line along that mils measurement from the central point outward (second ray). Do this again with the third angle, developing a third ray from the central point outward. With the third ray in place, measure from it, clockwise back to the first ray. Compare this measurement to the mean angle from the aiming circle. These 2 angles should agree within 0.5 mil. F-6. Place the overlay with the three lines radiating out from the central point on the map sheet. Position it so that the first ray passes through the first known point from the map, the second through the second point, and likewise for the third. Once all three are aligned, the central point from the overlay paper represents the aiming circle map location. F-7. Use a coordinate scale to determine the 8-digit grid of the aiming circle and the approximate elevation. Record these data for the launcher to use in updating its PDS after every 4 to 6 kilometers of travel. This data should not be used for calibration.

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Appendix G

M26, M26A1/A2, and M28A1/A2 Rocket Crest Clearance Tables These tables provide leaders with a planning tool to assess the impact of intervening crests on rocket trajectories. The MLRS project office of U.S. Army Missile Command (MICOM) developed them for the U.S. Army Field Artillery School.

ASSUMPTIONS G-1. These tables establish minimum planning ranges for launchers in specific firing areas to ensure that rockets will not only clear a crest, but that a warhead event will not occur until the crest is cleared. The tables use 5 launch altitudes: sea level, +400 meters, +800 meters, +1,200 meters, and +3,048 meters. They do not represent an absolute launcher ballistic algorithm and should not be used as a firing solution safety check. The tables are based on several assumptions and conditions: • European rockets or those with lot number VGT072 or higher were used. These lots have more aerodynamic fins and therefore produce longer ranges with lower trajectories. • A warhead event will not occur until the crest is cleared. • Standard atmospheric conditions with 99 percent global wind conditions (head and tail) were applied to account for low-level winds. Rockets were conditioned both cold and hot to account for temperature extremes. • 3.3 sigma range and height dispersion errors were used to account for occasion-to-occasion (bias) and round-to-round (precision) errors. • 100-meter altitude subtracted to account for vegetation and terrain effects. • Ballistic algorithm version 6.09 with no high QE mode.

PROCEDURES G-2. There are 2 entry arguments for the tables: range (to crest) and angle of site (to crest). If the angle of site cannot be directly measured, then leaders can calculate it by using the mil relation formula. See figure G-1, figure G-2, and figure G-3.

d ALT (m)

ANGLE OF SITE =

RANGE (km) Where: d ALT = Difference in altitude between launcher and crest (meters). RANGE = Range to crest to the nearest 100 m expressed in kilometers.

Figure G-1. Mil Relation Formula

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G-3. If the actual target location and altitude are known, the angle of site can be modified to account for the differences in launch and target altitude using the following formula. Angle of Siteeff = Angle of Site to Crest – Angle of Site to Target Where: ALTTGT(m) – ALTLCHR (m)

Angle of Site to Target =

RANGE TO TARGET and: ALTTGT = Altitude of Target ALTLCHR = Altitude of Launcher Figure G-2. Effective Angle of Site

Figure G-3. Crest Clearance

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Table G-1. M26 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: Sea Level) Range to Crest (m)

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

10

20

30

ALT: Sea Level

40

50

60

80

100

2,000

0

0

0

10,100

11,500

13,200

14,600

16,000

2,500

0

0

0

0

10,900

12,100

14,200

15,500

3,000

0

0

0

0

10,300

11,600

14,000

15,400

3,500

0

0

0

0

10,200

11,600

13,900

15,300

4,000

0

0

0

0

10,300

11,600

13,900

15,300

4,500

0

0

0

0

10,400

11,700

14,000

15,400

5,000

0

0

0

0

11,100

12,100

14,200

15,500

5,500

0

0

0

0

11,300

12,300

14,300

15,700

6,000

0

0

0

10,200

11,600

13,000

14,500

15,900

6,500

0

0

0

11,000

11,900

13,300

14,700

16,100

7,000

0

0

0

11,200

12,300

13,500

15,000

16,300

7,500

0

0

10,300

11,600

12,700

13,800

15,200

16,500

8,000

0

0

11,100

12,000

13,200

14,100

15,500

16,800

8,500

10,500

11,000

11,500

12,300

13,600

14,300

15,800

17,000

9,000

10,600

11,100

12,000

13,200

13,900

14,600

16,000

17,200

9,500

11,400

11,800

12,400

13,500

14,300

14,900

16,300

17,500

10,000

11,500

12,100

13,200

13,900

14,600

15,300

16,500

17,800

10,500

12,400

12,700

13,600

14,300

15,000

15,600

16,800

18,000

11,000

12,600

13,300

14,000

14,700

15,400

16,000

17,100

18,200

11,500

13,000

13,700

14,400

15,100

15,700

16,300

17,500

18,500

12,000

13,600

14,200

14,900

15,500

16,100

16,700

17,800

18,800

12,500

13,900

14,600

15,300

15,900

16,500

17,100

18,100

19,200

13,000

14,500

15,100

15,700

16,300

16,900

17,500

18,500

19,600

13,500

14,900

15,600

16,200

16,800

17,300

17,800

18,800

20,000

14,000

15,400

16,000

16,600

17,200

17,700

18,200

19,200

20,200

14,500

15,900

16,500

17,100

17,600

18,100

18,600

19,700

20,500

15,000

16,400

17,000

17,500

18,000

18,500

19,000

20,100

20,800

15,500

16,800

17,400

17,900

18,400

18,900

19,500

20,400

21,200

16,000

17,400

17,900

18,400

18,900

19,400

19,900

20,700

21,500

16,500

17,800

18,300

18,800

19,300

19,900

20,300

21,100

21,900

17,000

18,300

18,800

19,300

19,800

20,300

20,700

21,500

22,300

17,500

18,700

19,300

19,800

20,200

20,600

21,000

21,900

22,600

18,000

19,300

19,800

30,200

20,600

21,100

21,500

22,300

23,000

18,500

19,700

20,200

20,700

21,100

21,500

21,900

22,700

23,400

19,000

20,400

20,700

21,100

21,500

21,900

22,300

23,100

23,800

19,500

20,600

21,200

21,600

22,000

22,400

22,700

23,500

24,200

20,000

21,300

21,700

22,000

22,400

22,800

23,200

23,900

24,600

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Table G-1. M26 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: Sea Level) Range to Crest (m)

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

10

20

30

40

ALT: Sea Level

50

60

80

100

20,500

21,600

22,100

22,500

22,900

23,200

23,600

24,300

25,000

21,000

22,300

22,600

23,000

23,300

23,700

24,000

24,700

25,400

21,500

22,500

23,100

23,400

23,800

24,100

24,500

25,200

25,800

22,000

23,200

23,500

23,900

24,200

24,600

24,900

25,600

26,200

22,500

23,500

24,000

24,400

24,700

25,000

25,400

26,000

26,700

23,000

24,200

24,500

24,800

25,200

25,500

25,800

26,500

27,100

23,500

24,500

25,000

25,300

25,600

26,000

26,300

26,900

27,500

24,000

25,300

25,500

25,800

26,100

26,400

26,700

27,300

28,000

24,500

25,500

25,900

26,300

26,600

26,900

27,200

27,800

28,400

25,000

26,100

26,400

26,700

27,000

27,300

27,600

28,200

28,800

25,500

26,400

26,900

27,200

27,500

27,800

28,100

28,700

29,300

26,000

27,100

27,400

27,700

28,000

28,300

28,600

29,100

29,700

26,500

27,400

27,800

28,200

28,500

28,700

29,000

29,600

30,200

27,000

28,100

28,400

28,700

28,900

29,200

29,500

30,100

30,800

27,500

28,400

28,800

29,100

29,400

29,700

30,000

30,600

31,200

28,000

29,100

29,300

29,600

29,900

30,200

30,500

31,100

31,600

28,500

30,200

30,300

30,500

30,700

30,900

31,000

31,500

32,000

29,000

30,200

30,500

30,700

31,000

31,200

31,400

31,900

29,500

30,400

30,800

31,100

31,400

31,600

31,900

30,000

31,200

31,400

31,600

31,900

30,500

31,400

31,800

31,000 31,500 Note: “0” indicates that there is no firing constraint due to minimum range of 10 kilometers. Blank fields indicate that maximum range fails to clear crest.

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Table G-1. M26 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: Sea Level) Range to Crest (m)

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

ALT: Sea Level

2,000

120 17,100

140 18,200

160 19,200

180 20,100

200 21,000

220 21,800

240 22,600

260 23,400

2,500

16,800

17,900

18,900

19,800

20,700

21,600

22,400

23,100

3,000

16,600

17,700

18,700

19,700

20,600

21,500

22,300

23,100

3,500

16,500

17,700

18,700

19,700

20,600

21,400

22,300

23,000

4,000

16,600

17,700

18,700

19,700

20,600

21,500

22,300

23,100

4,500

16,600

17,800

18,800

19,700

20,700

21,500

22,300

23,100

5,000

16,700

17,900

18,900

19,800

20,700

21,600

22,400

23,200

5,500

16,900

18,000

19,000

20,000

20,900

21,700

22,500

23,300

6,000

17,100

18,100

19,200

20,100

21,000

21,800

22,600

23,400

6,500

17,200

18,300

19,300

20,200

21,100

22,000

22,800

23,500

7,000

17,400

18,500

19,500

20,400

21,300

22,100

22,900

23,700

7,500

17,600

18,700

19,700

20,600

21,500

22,300

23,100

23,800

8,000

17,900

18,900

19,900

20,800

21,600

22,500

23,200

24,000

8,500

18,100

19,100

20,100

21,000

21,800

22,600

23,400

24,200

9,000

18,400

19,400

20,300

21,200

22,000

22,800

23,600

24,300

9,500

18,600

19,600

20,500

21,400

22,200

23,000

23,800

24,500

10,000

18,900

19,800

20,700

21,600

22,400

23,200

24,000

24,700

10,500

19,000

20,100

21,000

21,800

22,700

23,400

24,200

24,900

11,000

19,300

20,300

21,200

22,100

22,900

23,700

24,400

25,100

11,500

19,600

20,500

21,400

22,400

23,200

23,900

24,600

25,300

12,000

20,000

20,700

21,700

22,600

23,400

24,100

24,900

25,600

12,500

20,200

20,900

22,000

22,700

23,600

24,400

25,100

25,800

13,000

20,500

21,200

22,100

22,900

23,900

24,600

25,300

26,000

13,500

20,700

21,500

22,300

23,100

24,100

24,700

25,500

26,300

14,000

21,000

21,800

22,600

23,400

24,200

24,800

25,800

26,600

14,500

21,300

22,100

22,900

23,600

24,400

25,100

26,000

26,800

15,000

21,600

22,400

23,200

23,900

24,600

25,400

26,100

27,100

15,500

22,000

22,800

23,500

24,200

24,900

25,600

26,300

27,100

16,000

22,300

23,100

23,800

24,500

25,200

25,900

26,600

27,200

16,500

22,700

23,400

24,200

24,900

25,500

26,200

26,900

27,500

17,000

23,000

23,800

24,500

25,200

25,900

26,500

27,200

27,800

17,500

23,400

24,100

24,800

25,500

26,200

26,800

27,500

28,100

18,000

23,800

24,500

25,200

25,800

26,500

27,100

27,800

28,400

18,500

24,100

24,800

25,500

26,200

26,800

27,500

28,100

28,700

19,000

24,500

25,200

25,900

26,500

27,200

27,800

28,400

29,000

19,500

24,900

25,600

26,200

26,900

27,500

28,100

28,700

29,300

20,000

25,300

26,000

26,600

27,200

27,900

28,500

29,100

29,600

12 August 2008

FM 3-09.60

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Appendix G

Table G-1. M26 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: Sea Level) Range to Crest (m)

ALT: Sea Level

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

20,500

120 25,700

140 26,300

160 27,000

180 27,600

200 28,200

220 28,800

240 29,400

260 30,000

21,000

26,100

26,700

27,400

28,000

28,600

29,200

29,700

30,600

21,500

26,500

27,100

27,700

28,300

28,900

29,500

30,200

31,100

22,000

26,900

27,500

28,100

28,700

29,300

29,900

30,800

31,300

22,500

27,300

27,900

28,500

29,100

29,700

30,400

31,200

31,500

23,000

27,700

28,300

28,900

29,500

30,100

31,000

31,400

31,800

23,500

28,100

28,700

29,300

29,900

30,700

31,300

31,700

24,000

28,500

29,100

29,700

30,400

31,100

31,500

32,000

24,500

29,000

29,500

30,200

31,000

31,400

31,800

25,000

29,400

30,000

30,800

31,300

31,700

25,500

29,800

30,600

31,200

31,600

32,000

26,000

30,400

31,100

31,500

31,900

26,500

30,900

31,400

31,800

27,000

31,300

31,800

27,500

31,700

28,000 28,500 29,000 29,500 30,000 30,500 31,000 31,500 Note: “0” indicates that there is no firing constraint due to minimum range of 10 kilometers. Blank fields indicate that maximum range fails to clear crest.

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FM 3-09.60

12 August 2008

M26, M26A1/A2, and M28A1/A2 Rocket Crest Clearance Tables

Table G-2. M26 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 400 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

10

20

30

ALT: 400 m ASL

40

50

60

80

100

2,000

0

0

0

10,400

11,900

13,400

15,000

16,300

2,500

0

0

0

0

11,200

12,200

14,500

15,900

3,000

0

0

0

0

10,600

12,000

14,300

15,700

3,500

0

0

0

0

10,500

11,900

14,200

15,600

4,000

0

0

0

0

10,500

12,000

14,200

15,600

4,500

0

0

0

0

11,000

12,100

14,300

15,700

5,000

0

0

0

0

11,300

12,200

14,400

15,800

5,500

0

0

0

10,100

11,500

12,500

14,600

16,000

6,000

0

0

0

10,500

11,800

13,200

14,800

16,200

6,500

0

0

0

11,100

12,100

13,500

15,000

16,400

7,000

0

0

10,100

11,400

12,400

13,800

15,300

16,600

7,500

0

0

10,500

11,800

13,100

14,100

15,500

16,800

8,000

0

0

11,200

12,200

13,500

14,300

15,800

17,100

8,500

10,500

11,100

11,700

12,600

13,500

14,600

16,100

17,300

9,000

10,600

11,200

12,200

13,000

14,100

14,900

16,400

17,600

9,500

10,800

11,800

12,600

13,400

14,500

15,200

16,600

17,700

10,000

11,500

12,200

13,300

14,100

14,800

15,500

16,800

18,000

10,500

12,400

12,900

13,800

14,500

15,200

15,900

17,100

18,300

11,000

12,600

13,400

14,200

14,900

15,600

16,200

17,400

18,600

11,500

13,400

13,900

14,600

15,300

16,000

16,600

17,700

18,800

12,000

13,600

14,300

15,000

15,700

16,300

17,000

18,100

19,100

12,500

14,400

14,900

15,500

16,100

16,700

17,300

18,400

19,400

13,000

14,600

15,200

15,900

16,500

17,100

17,700

18,800

19,800

13,500

15,400

15,800

16,300

16,900

17,500

18,100

19,100

20,100

14,000

15,600

16,200

16,800

17,400

17,900

18,500

19,500

20,400

14,500

16,400

16,800

17,200

17,800

18,300

18,900

19,800

20,800

15,000

16,500

17,100

17,700

18,200

18,700

19,200

20,200

21,100

15,500

17,400

17,700

18,100

18,600

19,100

19,600

20,600

21,500

16,000

17,500

18,000

18,500

19,100

19,500

20,000

21,000

21,800

16,500

18,300

18,700

19,000

19,500

20,000

20,400

21,300

22,200

17,000

18,500

18,900

19,400

19,900

20,400

20,800

21,700

22,600

17,500

19,300

19,600

19,900

20,400

20,800

21,300

22,100

22,900

18,000

19,400

19,900

20,300

20,800

21,200

21,700

22,500

23,300

18,500

19,800

20,300

20,800

21,200

21,700

22,100

22,900

23,700

19,000

20,300

20,800

21,300

21,700

22,100

22,500

23,300

24,100

19,500

20,700

21,300

21,700

22,100

22,500

22,900

23,700

24,500

20,000

21,300

21,800

22,200

22,600

23,000

23,400

24,100

24,900

12 August 2008

FM 3-09.60

G-7

Appendix G

Table G-2. M26 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 400 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

10

20

30

40

ALT: 400 m ASL

50

60

80

100

20,500

21,700

22,200

22,600

23,000

23,400

23,800

24,600

25,300

21,000

22,300

22,700

23,100

23,500

23,900

24,200

25,000

25,700

21,500

22,600

23,200

23,600

23,900

24,300

24,700

25,400

26,100

22,000

23,300

23,700

24,000

24,400

24,800

25,100

25,800

26,500

22,500

23,600

24,100

24,500

24,900

25,200

25,600

26,300

27,000

23,000

24,300

24,600

25,000

25,300

25,700

26,000

26,700

27,400

23,500

24,600

25,100

25,400

25,800

26,100

26,500

27,100

27,800

24,000

25,200

25,600

25,900

26,300

26,600

26,900

27,600

28,200

24,500

25,500

26,100

26,400

26,700

27,100

27,400

28,000

28,700

25,000

26,300

26,500

26,900

27,200

27,500

27,800

28,500

29,100

25,500

26,500

27,000

27,300

27,700

28,000

28,300

28,900

29,500

26,000

27,300

27,600

27,800

28,100

28,400

28,800

29,400

30,000

26,500

27,500

28,000

28,300

28,600

28,900

29,200

29,800

30,400

27,000

28,200

28,500

28,800

29,100

29,400

29,700

30,300

30,900

27,500

28,500

28,900

29,300

29,600

29,900

30,100

30,700

31,300

28,000

29,300

29,500

29,800

30,000

30,300

30,600

31,200

31,800

28,500

29,500

29,900

30,200

30,500

30,800

31,100

31,700

29,000

30,100

30,400

30,700

31,000

31,300

31,600

29,500

30,500

30,900

31,200

31,500

31,800

30,000

31,200

31,400

31,700

32,000

30,500

31,500

31,900

31,000 31,500 Note: “0” indicates that there is no firing constraint due to minimum range of 10 kilometers. Blank fields indicate that maximum range fails to clear crest.

G-8

FM 3-09.60

12 August 2008

M26, M26A1/A2, and M28A1/A2 Rocket Crest Clearance Tables

Table G-2. M26 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 400 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

ALT: 400 m ASL

120

140

160

180

200

220

240

260

2,000

17,500

18,600

19,600

20,600

21,500

22,400

23,200

24,000

2,500

17,100

18,300

19,300

20,300

21,200

22,100

23,000

23,700

3,000

17,000

18,100

19,200

20,200

21,100

22,000

22,800

23,600

3,500

16,900

18,100

19,100

20,100

21,100

22,000

22,800

23,600

4,000

16,900

18,100

19,200

20,200

21,100

22,000

22,800

23,600

4,500

17,000

18,200

19,200

20,200

21,200

22,100

22,900

23,700

5,000

17,100

18,300

19,300

20,300

21,200

22,100

23,000

23,800

5,500

17,200

18,400

19,400

20,400

21,400

22,200

23,100

23,900

6,000

17,400

18,500

19,600

20,600

21,500

22,400

23,200

24,000

6,500

17,600

18,700

19,700

20,700

21,600

22,500

23,300

24,100

7,000

17,800

18,900

19,900

20,900

21,800

22,700

23,500

24,300

7,500

18,000

19,100

20,100

21,100

22,000

22,800

23,600

24,400

8,000

18,200

19,300

20,300

21,200

22,100

23,000

23,800

24,600

8,500

18,500

19,500

20,500

21,400

22,300

23,200

24,000

24,800

9,000

18,700

19,800

20,700

21,600

22,500

23,400

24,200

24,900

9,500

19,000

20,000

20,900

21,900

22,700

23,600

24,400

25,100

10,000

19,200

20,200

21,200

22,100

22,900

23,800

24,600

25,300

10,500

19,400

20,500

21,400

22,300

23,200

24,000

24,800

25,500

11,000

19,600

20,700

21,700

22,600

23,400

24,200

25,000

25,700

11,500

19,800

21,000

21,900

22,800

23,700

24,400

25,200

26,000

12,000

20,100

21,200

22,000

23,100

23,900

24,700

25,400

26,200

12,500

20,400

21,300

22,300

23,300

24,100

24,900

25,700

26,400

13,000

20,700

21,600

22,500

23,400

24,300

25,200

26,000

26,700

13,500

21,000

21,900

22,800

23,600

24,500

25,400

26,200

26,900

14,000

21,300

22,200

23,000

23,800

24,700

25,500

26,300

27,200

14,500

21,700

22,500

23,300

24,100

24,900

25,600

26,500

27,400

15,000

22,000

22,800

23,600

24,400

25,100

25,900

26,700

27,600

15,500

22,300

23,200

23,900

24,700

25,400

26,100

26,900

27,900

16,000

22,700

23,500

24,300

25,000

25,700

26,400

27,100

28,000

16,500

23,000

23,800

24,600

25,300

26,000

26,700

27,400

28,100

17,000

23,400

24,200

24,900

25,600

26,300

27,000

27,700

28,400

17,500

23,700

24,500

25,200

26,000

26,700

27,300

28,000

28,700

18,000

24,100

24,900

25,600

26,300

27,000

27,700

28,300

29,000

18,500

24,500

25,200

25,900

26,600

27,300

28,000

28,600

29,300

19,000

24,800

25,600

26,300

27,000

27,700

28,300

29,000

29,600

19,500

25,200

25,900

26,600

27,300

28,000

28,600

29,300

29,900

20,000

25,600

26,300

27,000

27,700

28,300

29,000

29,600

30,200

12 August 2008

FM 3-09.60

G-9

Appendix G

Table G-2. M26 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 400 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

ALT: 400 m ASL

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

120

140

160

180

200

220

240

260

20,500

26,000

26,700

27,400

28,000

28,700

29,300

29,900

30,600

21,000

26,400

27,100

27,800

28,400

29,100

29,700

30,300

30,900

21,500

26,800

27,500

28,100

28,800

29,400

30,000

30,600

31,200

22,000

27,200

27,900

28,500

29,200

29,800

30,400

31,000

31,600

22,500

27,600

28,300

28,900

29,500

30,200

30,800

31,400

31,900

23,000

28,000

28,700

29,300

29,900

30,500

31,100

31,700

23,500

28,400

29,100

29,700

30,300

30,900

31,500

24,000

28,900

29,500

30,100

30,700

31,300

31,900

24,500

29,300

29,900

30,500

31,100

31,700

25,000

29,700

30,300

30,900

31,500

25,500

30,100

30,700

31,300

31,900

26,000

30,600

31,200

31,800

26,500

31,000

31,600

27,000

31,500

27,500

31,900

28,000 28,500 29,000 29,500 30,000 30,500 31,000 31,500 Note: ”0” indicates that there is no firing constraint due to minimum range of 10 kilometers. Blank fields indicate that maximum range fails to clear crest.

G-10

FM 3-09.60

12 August 2008

M26, M26A1/A2, and M28A1/A2 Rocket Crest Clearance Tables

Table G-3. M26 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 800 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

10

20

30

ALT: 800 m ASL

40

50

60

80

100

2,000

0

0

0

10,600

11,700

13,600

15,300

16,700

2,500

0

0

0

0

11,200

12,300

14,800

16,200

3,000

0

0

0

0

10,800

11,800

14,600

16,000

3,500

0

0

0

0

4,000

0

0

0

0

10,700 10,800

11,800 11,800

14,500 14,500

16,000 16,000

4,500

0

0

0

0

11,000

11,900

14,600

16,100

5,000

0

0

0

0

11,200

12,100

14,700

16,200

5,500

0

0

0

10,100

11,400

12,600

14,900

16,300

6,000

0

0

0

10,600

11,700

13,300

15,100

16,500

6,500

0

0

0

11,100

12,000

13,600

15,300

16,700

7,000

0

0

0

11,400

12,400

14,000

15,600

16,900

7,500

0

0

10,500

11,600

13,200

14,300

15,800

17,200

8,000

0

0

11,100

12,000

13,500

14,500

16,100

17,400

8,500

0

10,400

11,500

12,400

14,000

14,900

16,300

17,700

9,000

10,800

11,600

12,400

13,100

14,400

15,200

16,600

17,900

9,500

10,900

11,800

12,700

13,900

14,700

15,400

16,900

18,200

10,000

11,600

12,400

13,300

14,300

15,100

15,800

17,200

18,400

10,500

12,400

12,900

13,900

14,700

15,400

16,100

17,400

18,600

11,000

12,600

13,300

14,400

15,100

15,800

16,500

17,700

18,800

11,500

13,500

14,000

14,800

15,500

16,200

16,800

18,100

19,200

12,000

13,700

14,500

15,200

15,900

16,600

17,200

18,400

19,500

12,500

14,500

15,000

15,600

16,300

17,000

17,600

18,700

19,800

13,000

14,700

15,400

16,100

16,700

17,400

18,000

19,100

20,100

13,500

15,100

15,800

16,500

17,100

17,700

18,300

19,400

20,400

14,000

15,700

16,300

17,000

17,600

18,200

18,700

19,800

20,800

14,500

16,100

16,800

17,400

18,000

18,500

19,100

20,100

21,100

15,000

16,600

17,200

17,800

18,400

19,000

19,500

15,500

17,100

17,700

18,300

18,800

19,400

19,900

20,500 20,900

21,500 21,800

16,000

17,600

18,200

18,700

19,200

19,800

20,300

21,200

22,200

16,500

18,100

18,600

19,200

19,700

20,200

20,700

21,600

22,500

17,000

18,500

19,100

19,600

20,100

20,600

21,100

22,000

22,900

17,500

19,000

19,500

20,100

20,500

21,000

21,500

22,400

23,300

18,000

19,500

20,000

20,500

21,000

21,500

21,900

22,800

23,600

18,500

19,900

20,500

21,000

21,400

21,900

22,300

23,200

24,000

19,000

20,500

20,900

21,400

21,900

22,300

22,700

23,600

24,400

19,500

20,900

21,400

21,900

22,300

22,700

23,200

24,000

24,800

20,000

21,400

21,900

22,300

22,800

23,200

23,600

24,400

25,200

12 August 2008

FM 3-09.60

G-11

Appendix G

Table G-3. M26 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 800 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

10

20

30

40

ALT: 800 m ASL

50

60

80

100

20,500

21,800

22,400

22,800

23,200

23,600

24,000

24,800

25,600

21,000

22,400

22,800

23,200

23,700

24,100

24,500

25,200

26,000

21,500

22,800

23,300

23,700

24,100

24,500

24,900

25,700

26,400

22,000

23,400

23,800

24,200

24,600

25,000

25,300

26,100

26,800

22,500

23,700

24,200

24,600

25,000

25,400

25,800

26,500

27,200

23,000

24,300

24,700

25,100

25,500

25,900

26,200

27,000

27,700

23,500

24,700

25,200

25,600

26,000

26,300

26,700

27,400

28,100

24,000

25,300

25,700

26,100

26,400

26,800

27,100

27,800

28,500

24,500

25,700

26,200

26,500

26,900

27,200

27,600

28,300

29,000

25,000

26,300

26,700

27,000

27,400

27,700

28,000

28,700

29,400

25,500

26,600

27,100

27,500

27,800

28,200

28,500

29,200

29,800

26,000

27,300

27,600

28,000

28,300

28,600

29,000

29,600

30,300

26,500

27,600

28,100

28,400

28,800

29,100

29,400

30,100

30,700

27,000

28,300

28,600

28,900

29,200

29,600

29,900

30,500

31,200

27,500

28,600

29,100

29,400

29,700

30,000

30,400

31,000

31,600

28,000

29,300

29,600

29,900

30,200

30,500

30,800

31,500

28,500

29,500

30,100

30,400

30,700

31,000

31,300

31,900

29,000

30,200

30,600

30,900

31,200

31,500

31,800

29,500

30,600

31,100

31,400

31,700

32,000

30,000

31,300

31,600

31,900

30,500

31,600

31,000 31,500 Note: “0” indicates that there is no firing constraint due to minimum range of 10 kilometers. Blank fields indicate that maximum range fails to clear crest.

G-12

FM 3-09.60

12 August 2008

M26, M26A1/A2, and M28A1/A2 Rocket Crest Clearance Tables

Table G-3. M26 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 800 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

ALT: 800 m ASL

120

140

160

180

200

220

240

260

2,000

17,900

19,100

20,100

21,100

22,100

23,000

23,800

24,600

2,500

17,500

18,700

19,800

20,800

21,800

22,700

23,500

24,400

3,000

17,300

18,500

19,600

20,700

21,600

22,600

23,400

24,300

3,500

17,300

18,500

19,600

20,600

21,600

22,500

23,400

24,200

4,000

17,300

18,500

19,600

20,600

21,600

22,500

23,400

24,300

4,500

17,400

18,600

19,700

20,700

21,700

22,600

23,500

24,300

5,000

17,500

18,700

19,800

20,800

21,800

22,700

23,600

24,400

5,500

17,600

18,800

19,900

20,900

21,900

22,800

23,700

24,500

6,000

17,800

18,900

20,000

21,000

22,000

22,900

23,800

24,600

6,500

18,000

19,100

20,200

21,200

22,100

23,100

23,900

24,700

7,000

18,200

19,300

20,400

21,400

22,300

23,200

24,100

24,900

7,500

18,400

19,500

20,500

21,500

22,500

23,400

24,200

25,100

8,000

18,600

19,700

20,800

21,700

22,700

23,600

24,400

25,200

8,500

18,900

19,900

21,000

21,900

22,900

23,700

24,600

25,400

9,000

19,100

20,200

21,200

22,100

23,000

23,900

24,800

25,600

9,500

19,300

20,400

21,400

22,400

23,300

24,100

25,000

25,800

10,000

19,500

20,700

21,600

22,600

23,500

24,300

25,200

26,000

10,500

19,800

20,900

21,900

22,800

23,700

24,500

25,400

26,200

11,000

20,100

21,100

22,200

23,100

23,900

24,800

25,600

26,400

11,500

20,300

21,300

22,400

23,300

24,200

25,000

25,800

26,600

12,000

20,500

21,600

22,600

23,500

24,400

25,200

26,100

26,800

12,500

20,800

21,800

22,800

23,800

24,700

25,500

26,300

27,100

13,000

21,100

22,000

22,900

24,100

24,900

25,800

26,500

27,300

13,500

21,400

22,300

23,200

24,300

25,200

26,000

26,800

27,600

14,000

21,700

22,600

23,500

24,500

25,500

26,300

27,100

27,900

14,500

22,000

22,900

23,800

24,700

25,600

26,400

27,400

28,100

15,000

22,400

23,200

24,100

24,900

25,700

26,700

27,500

28,300

15,500

22,700

23,500

24,400

25,200

25,900

26,900

27,600

28,500

16,000

23,000

23,900

24,700

25,500

26,300

27,100

27,700

28,700

16,500

23,400

24,200

25,000

25,800

26,500

27,300

28,000

28,900

17,000

23,700

24,600

25,300

26,100

26,900

27,600

28,300

29,000

17,500

24,100

24,900

25,700

26,400

27,200

27,900

28,600

29,300

18,000

24,500

25,300

26,000

26,800

27,500

28,200

28,900

29,600

18,500

24,800

25,600

26,400

27,100

27,800

28,500

29,200

29,900

19,000

25,200

26,000

26,700

27,400

28,200

28,800

29,500

30,200

19,500

25,600

26,300

27,100

27,800

28,500

29,200

29,800

30,500

20,000

26,000

26,700

27,400

28,100

28,800

29,500

30,200

30,800

12 August 2008

FM 3-09.60

G-13

Appendix G

Table G-3. M26 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 800 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

ALT: 800 m ASL

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

120

140

160

180

200

220

240

260

20,500

26,400

27,100

27,800

28,500

29,200

29,900

30,500

31,200

21,000

26,700

27,500

28,200

28,900

29,500

30,200

30,900

31,500

21,500

27,100

27,900

28,600

29,200

29,900

30,600

31,200

31,800

22,000

27,500

28,300

28,900

29,600

30,300

30,900

31,600

22,500

28,000

28,600

29,300

30,000

30,600

31,300

31,900

23,000

28,400

29,000

29,700

30,400

31,000

31,700

23,500

28,800

29,400

30,100

30,800

31,400

32,000

24,000

29,200

29,900

30,500

31,200

31,800

24,500

29,600

30,300

30,900

31,600

25,000

30,000

30,700

31,300

32,000

25,500

30,500

31,100

31,800

26,000

30,900

31,600

26,500

31,400

32,000

27,000

31,800

27,500 28,000 28,500 29,000 29,500 30,000 30,500 31,000 31,500 Note: “0” indicates that there is no firing constraint due to minimum range of 10 kilometers. Blank fields indicate that maximum range fails to clear crest.

G-14

FM 3-09.60

12 August 2008

M26, M26A1/A2, and M28A1/A2 Rocket Crest Clearance Tables

Table G-4. M26 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 1,200 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

10

20

30

ALT: 1,200 m ASL

40

50

60

80

100

2,000

0

0

0

11,100

12,500

14,000

15,600

17,000

2,500

0

0

0

0

11,700

13,000

15,100

16,600

3,000

0

0

0

0

11,200

12,600

14,900

16,400

3,500

0

0

0

0

11,100

12,500

14,800

16,300

4,000

0

0

0

0

11,200

12,600

14,800

16,300

4,500

0

0

0

0

11,300

12,700

14,900

16,400

5,000

0

0

0

0

11,600

12,900

15,000

16,500

5,500

0

0

0

10,000

12,100

13,100

15,200

16,700

6,000

0

0

0

11,000

12,400

13,400

15,400

16,900

6,500

0

0

0

11,300

12,700

14,000

15,600

17,100

7,000

0

0

0

12,100

13,000

14,300

15,900

17,300

7,500

0

0

10,900

12,300

13,200

14,600

16,100

17,500

8,000

0

0

11,300

12,700

13,800

14,900

16,400

17,800

8,500

0

10,300

12,100

13,000

14,300

15,200

16,600

18,000

9,000

10,700

11,300

12,600

13,400

14,600

15,400

16,800

18,300

9,500

11,600

12,200

13,000

14,100

15,000

15,700

17,100

18,500

10,000

11,700

12,600

13,400

14,500

15,300

16,000

17,400

18,700

10,500

12,400

13,000

14,100

14,900

15,700

16,400

17,700

19,000

11,000

12,700

13,500

14,500

15,300

16,000

16,700

18,000

19,200

11,500

13,600

14,200

15,000

15,700

16,400

17,100

18,300

19,500

12,000

13,800

14,600

15,400

16,100

16,800

17,400

18,700

19,800

12,500

14,500

15,100

15,800

16,500

17,200

17,800

19,000

20,100

13,000

14,800

15,500

16,300

16,900

17,600

18,200

19,300

20,400

13,500

15,400

16,000

16,700

17,300

18,000

18,600

19,700

20,800

14,000

15,700

16,500

17,100

17,800

18,400

19,000

20,100

21,100

14,500

16,400

16,900

17,600

18,200

18,800

19,300

20,400

21,400

15,000

16,600

17,400

18,000

18,600

19,200

19,700

20,800

21,800

15,500

17,200

17,800

18,400

19,000

19,600

20,100

21,200

22,100

16,000

17,600

18,300

18,900

19,400

20,000

20,500

21,500

22,500

16,500

18,200

18,700

19,300

19,900

20,400

20,900

21,900

22,900

17,000

18,500

19,200

19,800

20,300

20,800

21,300

22,300

23,200

17,500

19,400

19,800

20,200

20,700

21,200

21,700

22,700

23,600

18,000

19,600

20,100

20,700

21,200

21,700

22,100

23,100

24,000

18,500

20,100

20,600

21,100

21,600

22,100

22,600

23,500

24,300

19,000

20,500

21,100

21,600

22,100

22,500

23,000

23,900

24,700

19,500

21,000

21,500

22,000

22,500

23,000

23,400

24,300

25,100

20,000

21,400

22,000

22,500

22,900

23,400

23,800

24,700

25,500

12 August 2008

FM 3-09.60

G-15

Appendix G

Table G-4. M26 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 1,200 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

10

20

30

40

ALT: 1,200 m ASL

50

60

80

100

20,500

22,000

22,500

22,900

23,400

23,800

24,300

25,100

25,900

21,000

22,400

22,900

23,400

23,800

24,300

24,700

25,500

26,300

21,500

23,000

23,400

23,900

24,300

24,700

25,100

25,900

26,700

22,000

23,400

23,800

24,300

24,700

25,200

25,600

26,400

27,100

22,500

23,900

24,400

24,800

25,200

25,600

26,000

26,800

27,600

23,000

24,300

24,700

25,300

25,700

26,100

26,400

27,200

28,000

23,500

24,900

25,300

25,700

26,100

26,500

26,900

27,700

28,400

24,000

25,400

25,800

26,200

26,600

27,000

27,300

28,100

28,800

24,500

25,800

26,300

26,700

27,100

27,400

27,800

28,500

29,200

25,000

26,400

26,800

27,200

27,500

27,900

28,300

29,000

29,700

25,,500

26,800

27,300

27,600

28,000

28,400

28,700

29,400

30,100

26,000

27,300

27,600

28,100

28,500

28,800

29,200

29,900

30,600

26,500

27,700

28,200

28,600

28,900

29,300

29,600

30,300

31,000

27,000

28,300

28,600

29,100

29,400

29,800

30,100

30,800

31,500

27,500

28,700

29,200

29,500

29,900

30,200

30,600

31,300

31,900

28,000

29,300

29,700

30,000

30,400

30,700

31,100

31,700

28,500

29,700

30,200

30,500

30,900

31,200

31,500

29,000

30,300

30,700

31,000

31,400

31,700

32,000

29,500

30,700

31,200

31,500

31,800

30,000

31,300

31,600

32,000

30,500

31,700

31,000 31,500 Note: “0” indicates that there is no firing constraint due to minimum range of 10 kilometers. Blank fields indicate that maximum range fails to clear crest.

G-16

FM 3-09.60

12 August 2008

M26, M26A1/A2, and M28A1/A2 Rocket Crest Clearance Tables

Table G-4. M26 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 1,200 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

120

ALT: 1,200 m ASL

140

160

180

200

220

240

260

2,000

18,300

19,500

20,600

21,600

22,600

23,500

24,400

25,200

2,500

17,900

19,100

20,200

21,300

22,300

23,200

24,100

25,000

3,000

17,700

19,000

20,100

21,200

22,200

23,100

24,000

24,900

3,500

17,700

18,900

20,000

21,100

22,100

23,100

24,000

24,900

4,000

17,700

18,900

20,100

21,100

22,100

23,100

24,000

24,900

4,500

17,800

19,000

20,100

21,200

22,200

23,100

24,100

24,900

5,000

17,900

19,100

20,200

21,300

22,300

23,200

24,100

25,000

5,500

18,000

19,200

20,300

21,400

22,400

23,300

24,300

25,100

6,000

18,200

19,400

20,500

21,500

22,500

23,500

24,400

25,200

6,500

18,300

19,500

20,600

21,700

22,700

23,600

24,500

25,400

7,000

18,500

19,700

20,800

21,900

22,800

23,800

24,700

25,500

7,500

18,800

19,900

21,000

22,000

23,000

23,900

24,800

25,700

8,000

19,000

20,100

21,200

22,200

23,200

24,100

25,000

25,900

8,500

19,200

20,400

21,400

22,400

23,400

24,300

25,200

26,000

9,000

19,500

20,600

21,600

22,600

23,600

24,500

25,400

26,200

9,500

19,700

20,800

21,900

22,900

23,800

24,700

25,600

26,400

10,000

20,000

21,100

22,100

23,100

24,000

24,900

25,800

26,600

10,500

20,300

21,300

22,300

23,300

24,200

25,100

26,000

26,800

11,000

20,500

21,600

22,600

23,600

24,500

25,300

26,200

27,000

11,500

20,700

21,900

22,900

23,800

24,700

25,600

26,400

27,300

12,000

20,900

22,200

23,100

24,100

24,900

25,800

26,700

27,500

12,500

21,200

22,300

23,300

24,300

25,200

26,100

26,900

27,700

13,000

21,500

22,500

23,600

24,600

25,500

26,300

27,200

28,000

13,500

21,800

22,700

23,900

24,800

25,700

26,600

27,400

28,200

14,000

22,100

23,000

24,100

24,900

26,100

26,900

27,700

28,500

14,500

22,400

23,300

24,200

25,100

26,300

27,100

28,000

28,800

15,000

22,700

23,600

24,500

25,400

26,300

27,200

28,300

29,000

15,500

23,100

24,000

24,800

25,700

26,500

27,500

28,400

29,100

16,000

23,400

24,300

25,100

26,000

26,800

27,700

28,500

29,300

16,500

23,800

24,600

25,500

26,300

27,100

27,900

28,600

29,500

17,000

24,100

25,000

25,800

26,600

27,400

28,100

28,900

29,700

17,500

24,500

25,300

26,100

26,900

27,700

28,400

29,200

29,900

18,000

24,800

25,700

26,500

27,200

28,000

28,800

29,500

30,200

18,500

25,200

26,000

26,800

27,600

28,300

29,100

29,800

30,500

19,000

25,600

26,400

27,200

27,900

28,700

29,400

30,100

30,800

19,500

25,900

26,700

27,500

28,300

29,000

29,700

30,400

31,100

20,000

26,300

27,100

27900

28,600

29,300

30100

30,800

31,500

12 August 2008

FM 3-09.60

G-17

Appendix G

Table G-4. M26 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 1,200 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

ALT: 1,200 m ASL

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

140

160

180

200

220

240

260

20,500

26,700

120

27,500

28,200

29,000

29,700

30,400

31,100

31,800

21,000

27,100

27,900

28,600

29,300

30,100

30,800

31,500

21,500

27,500

28,300

29,000

29,700

30,400

31,100

31,800

22,000

27,900

28,600

29,400

30,100

30,800

31,500

22,500

28,300

29,000

29,800

30,500

31,200

31,800

23,000

28,700

29,400

30,100

30,900

31,500

23,500

29,100

29,800

30,500

31,200

31,900

24,000

29,500

30,200

31,000

31,600

24,500

30,000

30,700

31,400

32,000

25,000

30,400

31,100

31,800

25,500

30,800

31,500

26,000

31,300

31,900

26,500

31,700

27,000 27,500 28,000 28,500 29,000 29,500 30,000 30,500 31,000 31,500 Note: “0” indicates that there is no firing constraint due to minimum range of 10 kilometers. Blank fields indicate that maximum range fails to clear crest.

G-18

FM 3-09.60

12 August 2008

M26, M26A1/A2, and M28A1/A2 Rocket Crest Clearance Tables

Table G-5. M26 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 3,048 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

10

20

30

ALT: 3,048 m ASL

40

50

60

80

100

2,000

0

0

0

12,200

13,400

15,200

17,000

18,600

2,500

0

0

0

0

12,600

14,100

16,400

18,100

3,000

0

0

0

0

12,300

13,800

16,100

17,900

3,500

0

0

0

0

12,200

13,700

16,000

17,800

4,000

0

0

0

0

12,200

13,700

16,000

17,800

4,500

0

0

0

0

12,300

13,800

16,100

17,800

5,000

0

0

0

0

12,500

14,000

16,200

17,900

5,500

0

0

0

0

13,100

14,200

16,400

18,100

6,000

0

0

0

10,400

13,400

14,500

16,600

18,300

6,500

0

0

0

12,200

13,700

15,000

16,800

18,500

7,000

0

0

0

12,600

14,000

15,300

17,100

18,700

7,500

0

0

0

12,700

14,400

15,600

17,300

19,000

8,000

0

0

11,100

13,200

14,700

15,900

17,600

19,200

8,500

10,900

11,800

12,700

14,000

15,100

16,200

17,900

19,500

9,000

11,100

12,100

13,000

14,400

15,500

16,500

18,100

19,800

9,500

11,800

12,600

13,400

14,700

15,900

16,700

18,400

20,000

10,000

12,000

12,800

14,100

15,300

16,200

17,000

18,800

20,300

10,500

12,600

13,500

14,600

15,600

16,500

17,400

19,100

20,600

11,000

12,900

14,000

15,100

16,100

16,900

17,700

19,300

20,900

11,500

13,500

14,500

15,600

16,500

17,300

18,100

19,600

21,200

12,000

14,000

15,100

16,000

16,900

17,700

18,500

19,900

21,400

12,500

14,700

15,500

16,400

17,300

18,100

18,800

20,300

21,700

13,000

15,500

16,000

16,900

17,700

18,500

19,200

20,600

21,900

13,500

15,700

16,500

17,300

18,100

18,900

19,600

21,000

22,300

14,000

16,100

16,900

17,700

18,500

19,300

20,000

21,300

22,600

14,500

16,600

17,400

18,200

18,900

19,700

20,400

21,700

22,900

15,000

17,100

17,900

18,600

19,400

20,100

20,800

22,100

23,300

15,500

17,500

18,300

19,100

19,800

20,500

21,200

22,400

23,600

16,000

18,000

18,800

19,500

20,200

20,900

21,600

22,800

24,000

16,500

18,600

19,200

20,000

20,600

21,300

22,000

23,200

24,400

17,000

19,000

19,700

20,400

21,100

21,700

22,400

23,600

24,700

17,500

19,600

20,200

20,900

21,500

22,200

22,800

24,000

25,100

18,000

19,900

20,600

21,300

22,000

22,600

23,200

24,400

25,700

18,500

20,600

21,100

21,800

22,400

23,000

23,600

24,700

26,100

19,000

20,900

21,600

22,200

22,800

23,400

24,000

25,200

26,400

19,500

21,400

22,100

22,700

23,300

23,900

24,400

25,700

26,700

20,000

21,900

22,500

23,100

23,700

24,300

24,900

26,100

27,000

12 August 2008

FM 3-09.60

G-19

Appendix G

Table G-5. M26 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 3,048 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

10

20

30

40

ALT: 3,048 m ASL

50

60

80

100

20,500

22,500

23,000

23,600

24,200

24,700

25,400

26,500

27,400

21,000

22,800

23,500

24,100

24,600

25,200

25,900

26,800

27,800

21,500

23,400

24,000

24,500

25,100

25,700

26,300

27,200

28,200

22,000

23,800

24,400

25,000

25,600

26,200

26,600

27,600

28,600

22,500

24,400

24,900

25,500

26,100

26,600

27,000

28,000

29,000

23,000

24,800

25,400

26,000

26,500

27,000

27,500

28,500

29,400

23,500

25,400

25,900

26,400

26,900

27,400

27,900

28,900

29,800

24,000

25,800

26,400

26,900

27,400

27,900

28,400

29,300

30,300

24,500

26,400

26,800

27,300

27,800

28,300

28,800

29,800

30,700

25,000

26,700

27,300

27,800

28,300

28,800

29,200

30,200

31,100

25,500

27,400

27,800

28,300

28,800

29,200

29,700

30,600

31,600

26,000

27,700

28,300

28,700

29,200

29,700

30,200

31,100

32,000

26,500

28,400

28,800

29,200

29,700

30,200

30,600

31,600

27,000

28,700

29,200

29,700

30,200

30,600

31,100

32,000

27,500

29,300

29,700

30,200

30,700

31,100

31,600

28,000

29,700

30,200

30,700

31,100

31,600

28,500

30,300

30,700

31,200

31,600

29,000

30,700

31,200

31,700

29,500

31,300

31,700

30,000

31,700

30,500 31,000 31,500 Note: “‘0” indicates that there is no firing constraint due to minimum range of 10 kilometers. Blank fields indicate that maximum range fails to clear crest.

G-20

FM 3-09.60

12 August 2008

M26, M26A1/A2, and M28A1/A2 Rocket Crest Clearance Tables

Table G-5. M26 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 3,048 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

120

ALT: 3,048 m ASL

140

160

180

200

220

240

260

2,000

20,100

21,500

22,700

24,000

25,100

26,200

27,300

28,300

2,500

19,600

21,000

22,300

23,600

24,800

25,900

27,000

28,000

3,000

19,400

20,800

22,200

23,400

24,600

25,700

26,800

27,900

3,500

19,300

20,700

22,100

23,300

24,500

25,700

26,800

27,900

4,000

19,300

20,700

22,100

23,400

24,500

25,700

26,800

27,900

4,500

19,400

20,800

22,200

23,400

24,600

25,800

26,900

27,900

5,000

19,500

20,900

22,300

23,500

24,700

25,800

27,000

28,000

5,500

19,600

21,100

22,400

23,600

24,800

26,000

27,100

28,100

6,000

19,800

21,200

22,500

23,800

25,000

26,100

27,200

28,300

6,500

20,000

21,400

22,700

23,900

25,100

26,300

27,300

28,400

7,000

20,200

21,600

22,900

24,100

25,300

26,400

27,500

28,600

7,500

20,400

21,800

23,100

24,300

25,500

26,600

27,700

28,700

8,000

20,700

22,000

23,300

24,500

25,700

26,800

27,900

28,900

8,500

20,900

22,300

23,500

24,700

25,900

27,000

28,100

29,100

9,000

21,200

22,500

23,800

24,900

26,100

27,200

28,300

29,300

9,500

21,400

22,700

24,000

25,200

26,300

27,400

28,500

29,500

10,000

21,700

23,000

24,200

25,400

26,500

27,600

28,700

29,700

10,500

22,000

23,300

24,500

25,700

26,800

27,900

28,900

29,900

11,000

22,300

23,600

24,700

25,900

27,000

28,100

29,100

30,200

11,500

22,500

23,800

25,000

26,200

27,300

28,300

29,400

30,400

12,000

22,700

24,200

25,300

26,500

27,500

28,600

29,600

30,700

12,500

22,900

24,400

25,600

26,700

27,800

28,900

29,900

30,900

13,000

23,200

24,600

25,700

27,000

28,100

29,100

30,100

31,200

13,500

23,500

24,800

25,800

27,300

28,300

29,400

30,400

31,500

14,000

23,800

25,000

26,100

27,600

28,600

29,700

30,700

31,800

14,500

24,100

25,300

26,500

27,900

29,000

29,900

31,000

32,000

15,000

24,400

25,800

26,800

28,200

29,200

30,200

31,300

15,500

24,800

26,200

27,100

28,400

29,400

30,600

31,600

16,000

25,200

26,400

27,300

28,500

29,800

30,900

31,900

16,500

25,700

26,700

27,600

28,600

30,100

31,000

17,000

26,100

26,900

27,900

28,900

30,200

31,200

17,500

26,400

27,200

28,200

29,200

30,500

31,600

18,000

26,600

27,600

28,600

29,500

30,800

31,900

18,500

26,900

27,900

28,900

29,900

31,000

19,000

27,300

28,300

29,300

30,200

31,200

19,500

27,600

28,600

29,600

30,600

31,600

20,000

28,000

29,000

30,000

30,900

31,800

12 August 2008

FM 3-09.60

G-21

Appendix G

Table G-5. M26 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 3,048 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

ALT: 3,048 m ASL

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

140

160

180

20,500

28,400

120

29,400

30,300

31,300

21,000

28,800

29,800

30,700

31,600

21,500

29,200

30,100

31,100

32,000

22,000

29,600

30,500

31,500

22,500

30,000

30,900

31,800

23,000

30,400

31,300

23,500

30,800

31,700

24,000

31,200

24,500

31,600

200

220

240

260

25,000 25,500 26,000 26,500 27,000 27,500 28,000 28,500 29,000 29,500 30,000 30,500 31,000 31,500 Note: “‘0” indicates that there is no firing constraint due to minimum range of 10 kilometers. Blank fields indicate that maximum range fails to clear crest.

G-22

FM 3-09.60

12 August 2008

M26, M26A1/A2, and M28A1/A2 Rocket Crest Clearance Tables

Table G-6. M26A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: Sea Level) Range to Crest (m)

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

10

20

30

ALT: Sea Level

40

50

60

80

100

2,000

0

0

0

0

0

16,100

18,600

20,100

2,500

0

0

0

0

0

0

18,100

19,500

3,000

0

0

0

0

0

0

17,200

19,200

3,500

0

0

0

0

0

0

16,900

19,000

4,000

0

0

0

16,700

19,000

4,500

0

0

0

16,600

18,900

5,000

0

0

0

16,700

19,000

5,500

0

0

0

16,900

19,000

6,000

0

0

0

0

0

0

17,100

19,100

6,500

0

0

0

0

0

0

17,200

19,200

7,000

0

0

0

0

0

0

17,400

19,300

7,500

0

0

0

0

0

0

18,000

19,500

8,000

0

0

0

0

0

0

18,200

19,700

8,500

0

0

0

0

0

16,100

18,400

20,000

9,000

0

0

0

0

0

16,300

18,600

20,100

9,500

0

0

0

0

0

16,500

18,800

20,300

10,000

0

0

0

0

16,000

17,000

19,000

20,400

10,500

0

0

0

0

16,300

17,300

19,200

20,600

11,000

0

0

0

0

16,600

18,000

19,400

20,800

11,500

0

0

0

16,200

17,100

18,300

19,800

21,100

12,000

0

0

0

16,500

17,500

18,600

20,100

21,300

12,500

0

0

16,100

16,900

18,200

18,900

20,300

21,500

13,000

0

0

16,400

17,400

18,500

19,200

20,600

21,800

13,500

0

16,100

16,900

18,100

18,800

19,600

20,900

22,100

14,000

0

16,500

17,400

18,500

19,200

20,000

21,200

22,300

14,500

16,200

17,000

18,100

18,900

19,600

20,300

21,500

22,600

15,000

16,600

17,600

18,500

19,200

20,000

20,600

21,800

22,900

15,500

17,100

18,200

18,900

19,700

20,400

20,900

22,100

23,200

16,000

17,900

18,600

19,300

20,100

20,700

21,300

22,400

23,500

16,500

18,400

19,100

19,900

20,500

21,100

21,700

22,800

23,800

17,000

18,800

19,600

20,300

20,900

21,500

22,000

23,100

24,100

17,500

19,300

20,100

20,700

21,300

21,800

22,400

23,500

24,500

18,000

19,900

20,500

21,100

21,700

22,200

22,800

23,800

24,800

18,500

20,400

20,900

21,500

22,100

22,600

23,200

24,200

25,100

19,000

20,800

21,400

22,000

22,500

23,000

23,500

24,500

25,500

19,500

21,300

21,800

22,400

22,900

23,400

23,900

24,900

25,800

20,000

21,800

22,300

22,800

23,300

23,800

24,300

25,300

26,200

12 August 2008

NO FIRING CONSTRAINT (10 KM MIN RANGE)

FM 3-09.60

G-23

Appendix G

Table G-6. M26A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: Sea Level) Range to Crest (m)

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

10

20

30

40

ALT: Sea Level

50

60

80

100

20,500

22,200

22,800

23,300

23,800

24,300

24,700

25,600

26,600

21,000

22,700

23,200

23,700

24,200

24,700

25,100

26,000

27,000

21,500

23,200

23,700

24,200

24,600

25,100

25,500

26,500

27,400

22,000

23,700

24,200

24,600

25,100

25,500

26,000

26,900

27,800

22,500

24,200

24,600

25,100

25,500

26,000

26,400

27,300

28,200

23,000

24,600

25,100

25,500

26,000

26,400

26,900

27,700

28,600

23,500

25,100

25,600

26,000

26,400

26,900

27,300

28,200

29,000

24,000

25,600

26,000

26,500

26,900

27,300

27,800

28,600

29,400

24,500

26,100

26,500

27,000

27,400

27,800

28,200

29,000

29,900

25,000

26,600

27,000

27,500

27,900

28,300

28,700

29,500

30,300

25,500

27,100

27,500

27,900

28,300

28,700

29,100

29,900

30,700

26,000

27,700

28,000

28,400

28,800

29,200

29,600

30,400

31,200

26,500

28,200

28,500

28,900

29,300

29,700

30,100

30,800

31,600

27,000

28,700

29,000

29,400

29,800

30,200

30,500

31,300

32,100

27,500

29,200

29,500

29,900

30,300

30,600

31,000

31,800

32,500

28,000

29,700

30,000

30,400

30,800

31,100

31,500

32,300

32,900

28,500

30,200

30,500

30,900

31,200

31,600

32,000

32,700

33,400

29,000

30,700

31,000

31,400

31,700

32,100

32,500

33,200

33,900

29,500

31,200

31,500

31,900

32,300

32,600

32,900

33,600

34,400

30,000

31,700

32,100

32,400

32,700

33,000

33,400

34,100

34,900

30,500

32,200

32,600

32,900

33,200

33,600

33,900

34,600

35,400

31,000

32,700

33,000

33,400

33,700

34,100

34,400

35,100

35,800

31,500

33,200

33,500

33,900

34,200

34,600

34,900

35,600

36,300

32,000

33,700

34,100

34,400

34,700

35,100

35,400

36,100

36,800

32,500

34,300

34,600

34,900

35,200

35,600

35,900

36,600

37,300

33,000

34,800

35,100

35,400

35,800

36,100

36,400

37,100

37,800

33,500

35,300

35,600

35,900

36,300

36,600

37,000

37,600

38,400

34,000

35,800

36,100

36,500

36,800

37,100

37,500

38,200

38,900

34,500

36,300

36,700

37,000

37,300

37,600

38,000

38,700

39,400

35,000

36,900

37,200

37,500

37,800

38,200

38,500

39,200

39,900

35,500

37,400

37,700

38,000

38,400

38,700

39,100

39,700

40,400

36,000

37,900

38,200

38,600

38,900

39,200

39,600

40,200

40,900

36,500

38,500

38,800

39,100

39,400

39,700

40,100

40,800

41,400

37,000

39,000

39,300

39,600

39,900

40,300

40,600

41,300

41,900

37,500

39,500

39,800

40,100

40,400

40,800

41,100

41,800

38,000

40,000

40,300

40,600

41,000

41,300

41,600

38,500

40,500

40,900

41,200

41,500

41,800

39,000

41,100

41,400

41,700

42,000

G-24

FM 3-09.60

12 August 2008

M26, M26A1/A2, and M28A1/A2 Rocket Crest Clearance Tables

Table G-6. M26A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: Sea Level) Range to Crest (m)

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

10 39,500

41,600

20

30

40

ALT: Sea Level

50

60

80

100

41,900

40,000 Note: Blank fields indicate that maximum range fails to clear crest.

Table G-6. M26A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: Sea Level) Range to Crest (m)

ALT: Sea Level

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

120

140

160

180

200

220

240

260

2,000

21,300

22,500

23,600

24,600

25,600

26,600

27,500

28,500

2,500

20,900

22,100

23,200

24,300

25,200

26,200

27,200

28,100

3,000

20,600

21,800

23,000

24,000

25,000

26,000

27,000

28,000

3,500

20,500

21,700

22,900

23,900

24,900

25,900

26,900

27,900

4,000

20,400

21,600

22,800

23,900

24,900

25,900

26,900

27,800

4,500

20,400

21,600

22,800

23,900

24,900

25,900

26,800

27,800

5,000

20,400

21,600

22,800

23,900

24,900

25,900

26,900

27,800

5,500

20,500

21,700

22,900

23,900

24,900

25,900

26,900

27,900

6,000

20,500

21,800

22,900

24,000

25,000

26,000

27,000

27,900

6,500

20,600

21,900

23,000

24,100

25,100

26,100

27,100

28,000

7,000

20,700

22,000

23,100

24,200

25,200

26,200

27,100

28,100

7,500

20,900

22,100

23,200

24,300

25,300

26,300

27,200

28,200

8,000

21,000

22,200

23,300

24,400

25,400

26,400

27,400

28,300

8,500

21,200

22,400

23,500

24,500

25,500

26,500

27,500

28,400

9,000

21,300

22,500

23,600

24,600

25,600

26,600

27,600

28,600

9,500

21,500

22,700

23,800

24,800

25,800

26,800

27,700

28,700

10,000

21,700

22,800

23,900

24,900

25,900

26,900

27,900

28,800

10,500

21,900

23,000

24,100

25,100

26,100

27,100

28,000

29,000

11,000

22,100

23,200

24,300

25,300

26,200

27,200

28,200

29,100

11,500

22,300

23,400

24,400

25,400

26,400

27,400

28,400

29,300

12,000

22,500

23,600

24,600

25,600

26,600

27,600

28,500

29,500

12,500

22,700

23,800

24,800

25,800

26,800

27,800

28,700

29,600

13,000

22,900

24,000

25,000

26,000

27,000

28,000

28,900

29,800

13,500

23,200

24,200

25,200

26,200

27,200

28,200

29,100

30,000

12 August 2008

FM 3-09.60

G-25

Appendix G

Table G-6. M26A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: Sea Level) Range to Crest (m)

ALT: Sea Level

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

120

140

160

180

200

220

240

260

14,000

23,400

24,400

25,400

26,400

27,400

28,400

29,300

30,200

14,500

23,700

24,700

25,700

26,700

27,600

28,600

29,500

30,400

15,000

24,000

24,900

25,900

26,900

27,900

28,800

29,700

30,600

15,500

24,200

25,200

26,200

27,100

28,100

29,000

29,900

30,800

16,000

24,500

25,500

26,400

27,400

28,300

29,300

30,200

31,100

16,500

24,800

25,800

26,700

27,700

28,600

29,500

30,400

31,300

17,000

25,100

26,000

27,000

27,900

28,800

29,800

30,700

31,500

17,500

25,400

26,400

27,300

28,200

29,100

30,000

30,900

31,800

18,000

25,700

26,700

27,600

28,500

29,400

30,300

31,100

32,100

18,500

26,100

27,000

27,900

28,800

29,700

30,600

31,400

32,300

19,000

26,400

27,300

28,300

29,100

30,000

30,900

31,700

32,600

19,500

26,800

27,700

28,600

29,500

30,300

31,200

32,100

32,900

20,000

27,100

28,000

28,900

29,800

30,600

31,500

32,400

33,200

20,500

27,500

28,400

29,300

30,100

31,000

31,800

32,700

33,500

21,000

27,900

28,800

29,600

30,500

31,300

32,200

33,000

33,800

21,500

28,300

29,100

30,000

30,800

31,700

32,500

33,300

34,200

22,000

28,600

29,500

30,300

31,200

32,000

32,800

33,700

34,500

22,500

29,000

29,900

30,700

31,500

32,400

33,200

34,000

34,900

23,000

29,400

30,300

31,100

31,900

32,700

33,600

34,400

35,300

23,500

29,800

30,700

31,500

32,300

33,100

33,900

34,800

35,600

24,000

30,200

31,100

31,900

32,700

33,500

34,300

35,200

36,000

24,500

30,700

31,500

32,300

33,100

33,900

34,700

35,600

36,400

25,000

31,100

31,900

32,700

33,500

34,300

35,100

36,000

36,800

25,500

31,500

32,300

33,100

33,900

34,700

35,500

36,400

37,200

26,000

32,000

32,700

33,500

34,300

35,100

36,000

36,800

37,600

26,500

32,400

33,100

33,900

34,700

35,600

36,400

37,200

38,100

27,000

32,800

33,600

34,400

35,200

36,000

36,800

37,700

38,500

27,500

33,300

34,000

34,800

35,600

36,400

37,300

38,100

39,000

28,000

33,700

34,500

35,300

36,100

36,900

37,700

38,600

39,400

28,500

34,200

35,000

35,700

36,500

37,300

38,200

39,000

39,900

29,000

34,700

35,400

36,200

37,000

37,800

38,600

39,500

40,300

G-26

FM 3-09.60

12 August 2008

M26, M26A1/A2, and M28A1/A2 Rocket Crest Clearance Tables

Table G-6. M26A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: Sea Level) Range to Crest (m)

ALT: Sea Level

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

120

140

160

180

200

220

240

260

29,500

35,100

35,900

36,700

37,500

38,300

39,100

40,000

40,800

30,000

35,600

36,400

37,100

37,900

38,800

39,600

40,400

41,300

30,500

36,100

36,900

37,600

38,400

39,300

40,100

40,900

41,700

31,000

36,600

37,300

38,100

38,900

39,700

40,500

41,400

31,500

37,100

37,800

38,600

39,400

40,200

41,000

41,800

32,000

37,600

38,300

39,100

39,900

40,700

41,500

32,500

38,100

38,900

39,600

40,400

41,200

42,000

33,000

38,600

39,400

40,100

40,900

41,700

33,500

39,100

39,900

40,600

41,400

34,000

39,600

40,400

41,100

41,900

34,500

40,100

40,900

41,600

35,000

40,600

41,400

35,500

41,100

41,900

36,000

41,600

36,500 37,000 37,500 38,000 38,500 39,000 39,500 40,000 Note: Blank fields indicate that maximum range fails to clear crest.

12 August 2008

FM 3-09.60

G-27

Appendix G

Table G-7. M26A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 400 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

10

20

30

ALT: 400 m ASL

40

50

60

80

100

2,000

0

0

0

0

0

16,600

19,200

20,600

2,500

0

0

0

0

0

0

18,600

20,100

3,000

0

0

0

0

0

0

17,600

19,900

3,500

0

0

0

0

0

0

17,100

19,700

4,000

0

0

0

16,900

19,600

4,500

0

0

0

16,900

19,600

5,000

0

0

0

17,000

19,600

5,500

0

0

0

17,200

19,700

6,000

0

0

0

0

0

0

17,400

19,800

6,500

0

0

0

0

0

0

17,600

19,900

7,000

0

0

0

0

0

0

17,800

20,000

7,500

0

0

0

0

0

0

18,500

20,100

8,000

0

0

0

0

0

0

18,600

20,200

8,500

0

0

0

0

0

16,500

18,800

20,400

9,000

0

0

0

0

0

16,700

19,000

20,500

9,500

0

0

0

0

0

16,900

19,400

20,700

10,000

0

0

0

0

16,500

17,300

19,600

20,900

10,500

0

0

0

0

16,700

17,600

19,800

21,100

11,000

0

0

0

0

16,900

17,900

20,000

21,300

11,500

0

0

0

16,500

17,500

18,700

20,200

21,500

12,000

0

0

0

16,800

17,800

19,000

20,500

21,800

12,500

0

0

0

17,200

18,600

19,500

20,700

22,000

13,000

0

0

16,700

17,700

18,800

19,800

21,000

22,300

13,500

0

0

17,100

18,500

19,400

20,000

21,300

22,500

14,000

15,400

16,700

17,700

18,800

19,700

20,300

21,600

22,800

14,500

15,500

17,200

18,400

19,300

20,000

20,600

21,900

23,100

15,000

16,800

17,700

18,800

19,700

20,300

20,900

22,200

23,400

15,500

17,500

18,500

19,400

20,000

20,600

21,300

22,500

23,700

16,000

17,900

18,800

19,800

20,400

21,000

21,600

22,900

24,000

16,500

18,600

19,500

20,100

20,700

21,400

22,000

23,200

24,300

17,000

19,000

19,900

20,500

21,100

21,800

22,400

23,500

24,600

G-28

NO FIRING CONSTRAINT (10 KM MIN RANGE)

FM 3-09.60

12 August 2008

M26, M26A1/A2, and M28A1/A2 Rocket Crest Clearance Tables

Table G-7. M26A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 400 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

10

20

30

40

ALT: 400 m ASL

50

60

80

100

17,500

19,700

20,300

20,900

21,500

22,100

22,700

23,900

24,900

18,000

20,100

20,700

21,300

21,900

22,500

23,100

24,200

25,300

18,500

20,500

21,100

21,700

22,300

22,900

23,500

24,600

25,600

19,000

20,900

21,600

22,200

22,800

23,300

23,900

24,900

25,900

19,500

21,400

22,000

22,600

23,200

23,700

24,300

25,300

26,300

20,000

21,900

22,500

23,100

23,600

24,100

24,700

25,700

26,700

20,500

22,400

23,000

23,500

24,000

24,600

25,100

26,100

27,100

21,000

22,900

23,400

24,000

24,500

25,000

25,500

26,500

27,500

21,500

23,400

23,900

24,400

24,900

25,400

25,900

26,900

27,800

22,000

23,800

24,300

24,800

25,300

25,800

26,300

27,300

28,100

22,500

24,300

24,800

25,300

25,800

26,300

26,800

27,700

28,500

23,000

24,800

25,300

25,800

26,200

26,700

27,200

28,000

28,900

23,500

25,300

25,800

26,200

26,700

27,200

27,600

28,400

29,300

24,000

25,800

26,200

26,700

27,200

27,600

28,000

28,900

29,800

24,500

26,300

26,700

27,200

27,600

28,000

28,400

29,300

30,200

25,000

26,800

27,200

27,600

28,000

28,400

28,900

29,700

30,600

25,500

27,300

27,700

28,100

28,500

28,900

29,300

30,200

31,000

26,000

27,700

28,100

28,500

29,000

29,400

29,800

30,600

31,500

26,500

28,200

28,600

29,000

29,400

29,800

30,300

31,100

31,900

27,000

28,700

29,100

29,500

29,900

30,300

30,700

31,600

32,400

27,500

29,200

29,600

30,000

30,400

30,800

31,200

32,000

32,800

28,000

29,700

30,100

30,500

30,900

31,300

31,700

32,500

33,300

28,500

30,200

30,600

31,000

31,400

31,800

32,200

33,000

33,800

29,000

30,700

31,100

31,500

31,900

32,300

32,700

33,400

34,200

29,500

31,200

31,600

32,000

32,400

32,800

33,100

33,900

34,700

30,000

31,800

32,100

32,500

32,900

33,300

33,600

34,400

35,200

30,500

32,300

32,600

33,000

33,400

33,800

34,100

34,900

35,700

31,000

32,800

33,100

33,500

33,900

34,300

34,600

35,400

36,200

31,500

33,300

33,700

34,000

34,400

34,800

35,100

35,900

36,700

32,000

33,800

34,200

34,500

34,900

35,300

35,600

36,400

37,200

32,500

34,300

34,700

35,100

35,400

35,800

36,100

36,900

37,700

33,000

34,900

35,200

35,600

35,900

36,300

36,700

37,400

38,200

12 August 2008

FM 3-09.60

G-29

Appendix G

Table G-7. M26A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 400 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

10

20

30

40

ALT: 400 m ASL

50

60

80

100

33,500

35,400

35,700

36,100

36,400

36,800

37,200

37,900

38,700

34,000

35,900

36,300

36,600

37,000

37,300

37,700

38,400

39,200

34,500

36,400

36,800

37,100

37,500

37,800

38,200

38,900

39,700

35,000

37,000

37,300

37,600

38,000

38,300

38,700

39,500

40,200

35,500

37,500

37,800

38,200

38,500

38,900

39,200

40,000

40,700

36,000

38,000

38,300

38,700

39,000

39,400

39,800

40,500

41,200

36,500

38,500

38,900

39,200

39,600

39,900

40,300

41,000

41,700

37,000

39,100

39,400

39,700

40,100

40,400

40,800

41,500

37,500

39,600

39,900

40,300

40,600

40,900

41,300

42,000

38,000

40,100

40,400

40,800

41,100

41,500

41,800

38,500

40,600

40,900

41,300

41,600

42,000

39,000

41,100

41,500

41,800

39,500

41,700

42,000

40,000 Note: Blank fields indicate that maximum range fails to clear crest.

G-30

FM 3-09.60

12 August 2008

M26, M26A1/A2, and M28A1/A2 Rocket Crest Clearance Tables

Table G-7. M26A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 400 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

120

ALT: 400 m ASL

140

160

180

200

220

240

260

2,000

21,900

23,200

24,300

25,400

26,400

27,500

28,300

29,300

2,500

21,400

22,700

23,900

25,000

26,000

27,100

28,000

29,000

3,000

21,100

22,400

23,600

24,700

25,800

26,900

27,800

28,800

3,500

21,000

22,300

23,500

24,600

25,700

26,800

27,700

28,700

4,000

20,900

22,200

23,400

24,600

25,600

26,700

27,700

28,600

4,500

20,900

22,200

23,400

24,600

25,600

26,700

27,700

28,600

5,000

20,900

22,200

23,400

24,600

25,600

26,700

27,700

28,600

5,500

21,000

22,300

23,500

24,600

25,700

26,800

27,700

28,700

6,000

21,000

22,400

23,600

24,700

25,700

26,800

27,800

28,700

6,500

21,100

22,400

23,600

24,800

25,800

26,900

27,800

28,800

7,000

21,300

22,600

23,700

24,900

25,900

27,000

27,900

28,900

7,500

21,400

22,700

23,900

25,000

26,000

27,100

28,000

29,000

8,000

21,500

22,800

24,000

25,100

26,100

27,200

28,100

29,100

8,500

21,700

22,900

24,100

25,200

26,300

27,400

28,200

29,200

9,000

21,900

23,100

24,300

25,300

26,400

27,500

28,400

29,400

9,500

22,000

23,300

24,400

25,500

26,600

27,600

28,500

29,500

10,000

22,200

23,400

24,600

25,600

26,700

27,700

28,700

29,600

10,500

22,400

23,600

24,700

25,800

26,900

27,800

28,800

29,800

11,000

22,600

23,800

24,900

26,000

27,100

28,000

29,000

29,900

11,500

22,800

24,000

25,100

26,200

27,200

28,100

29,100

30,100

12,000

23,000

24,200

25,300

26,400

27,400

28,300

29,300

30,300

12,500

23,200

24,400

25,500

26,600

27,600

28,500

29,500

30,500

13,000

23,500

24,600

25,700

26,800

27,700

28,700

29,700

30,700

13,500

23,700

24,800

25,900

27,000

27,900

28,900

29,900

30,800

14,000

24,000

25,000

26,100

27,200

28,100

29,100

30,100

31,000

14,500

24,200

25,300

26,400

27,400

28,300

29,300

30,300

31,300

15,000

24,500

25,500

26,600

27,600

28,500

29,500

30,500

31,500

15,500

24,800

25,800

26,800

27,800

28,800

29,700

30,700

31,700

16,000

25,100

26,100

27,100

28,000

29,000

30,000

31,000

31,900

16,500

25,300

26,,400

27,400

28,300

29,200

30,200

31,200

32,200

17,000

25,600

26,700

27,600

28,500

29,500

30,500

31,400

32,400

12 August 2008

FM 3-09.60

G-31

Appendix G

Table G-7. M26A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 400 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

120

G-32

ALT: 400 m ASL

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

140

160

180

200

220

240

260

17,500

26,000

27,000

27,900

28,800

29,800

30,700

31,700

32,700

18,000

26,300

27,300

28,200

29,100

30,100

31,000

32,000

32,900

18,500

26,600

27,600

28,500

29,400

30,400

31,300

32,200

33,200

19,000

27,000

27,900

28,800

29,700

30,700

31,600

32,500

33,400

19,500

27,300

28,200

29,100

30,000

31,000

31,900

32,800

33,700

20,000

27,600

28,500

29,400

30,400

31,300

32,200

33,100

34,000

20,500

27,900

28,900

29,800

30,700

31,600

32,500

33,400

34,400

21,000

28,300

29,200

30,100

31,100

32,000

32,900

33,800

34,700

21,500

28,700

29,600

30,500

31,400

32,300

33,200

34,100

35,000

22,000

29,000

30,000

30,900

31,800

32,700

33,600

34,500

35,400

22,500

29,400

30,300

31,200

32,100

33,000

33,900

34,800

35,700

23,000

29,800

30,700

31,600

32,500

33,400

34,300

35,200

36,100

23,500

30,200

31,100

32,000

32,900

33,800

34,700

35,600

36,500

24,000

30,600

31,500

32,400

33,300

34,200

35,100

35,900

36,900

24,500

31,100

31,900

32,800

33,700

34,600

35,400

36,300

37,200

25,000

31,500

32,300

33,200

34,100

35,000

35,800

36,700

37,600

25,500

31,900

32,800

33,600

34,500

35,400

36,300

37,100

38,100

26,000

32,300

33,200

34,000

34,900

35,800

36,700

37,600

38,500

26,500

32,800

33,600

34,500

35,300

36,200

37,100

38,000

38,900

27,000

33,200

34,100

34,900

35,800

36,600

37,500

38,400

39,300

27,500

33,700

34,500

35,400

36,200

37,100

38,000

38,800

39,800

28,000

34,100

35,000

35,800

36,700

37,500

38,400

39,300

40,200

28,500

34,600

35,400

36,300

37,100

38,000

38,800

39,700

40,700

29,000

35,100

35,900

36,700

37,600

38,400

39,300

40,200

41,100

29,500

35,500

36,300

37,200

38,000

38,900

39,800

40,700

41,600

30,000

36,000

36,800

37,700

38,500

39,400

40,200

41,100

30,500

36,500

37,300

38,100

39,000

39,800

40,700

41,600

31,000

37,000

37,800

38,600

39,500

40,300

41,200

31,500

37,500

38,300

39,100

39,900

40,800

41,700

32,000

38,000

38,800

39,600

40,400

41,300

32,500

38,400

39,300

40,100

40,900

41,800

FM 3-09.60

12 August 2008

M26, M26A1/A2, and M28A1/A2 Rocket Crest Clearance Tables

Table G-7. M26A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 400 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

ALT: 400 m ASL

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

120

140

160

180

33,000

39,000

39,800

40,600

41,400

33,500

39,500

40,300

41,100

41,900

34,000

40,000

40,800

41,600

34,500

40,500

41,300

35,000

41,000

41,800

35,500

41,500

36,000

42,000

200

220

240

260

36,500 37,000 37,500 38,000 38,500 39,000 39,500 40,000 Note: Blank fields indicate that maximum range fails to clear crest.

12 August 2008

FM 3-09.60

G-33

Appendix G

Table G-8. M26A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 800 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

10

20

30

ALT: 800 m ASL

40

50

60

80

100

2,000

0

0

0

0

0

17,500

20,100

21,700

2,500

0

0

0

0

0

0

19,500

21,100

3,000

0

0

0

0

0

0

18,400

20,700

3,500

0

0

0

0

0

0

18,100

20,500

4,000

0

0

0

18,000

20,400

4,500

0

0

0

17,900

20,400

5,000

0

0

0

18,000

20,400

5,500

0

0

0

18,100

20,500

6,000

0

0

0

0

0

0

18,200

20,600

6,500

0

0

0

0

0

0

18,400

20,700

7,000

0

0

0

0

0

0

18,600

20,800

7,500

0

0

0

0

0

0

18,900

20,900

8,000

0

0

0

0

0

0

19,500

21,100

8,500

0

0

0

0

0

0

19,700

21,300

9,000

0

0

0

0

0

17,500

19,900

21,500

9,500

0

0

0

0

0

17,700

20,100

21,600

10,000

0

0

0

0

0

18,000

20,300

21,900

10,500

0

0

0

0

17,400

18,300

20,500

22,100

11,000

0

0

0

0

17,700

18,600

20,800

22,300

11,500

0

0

0

0

18,000

19,400

21,000

22,500

12,000

0

0

0

17,500

18,300

19,800

21,300

22,700

12,500

0

0

0

17,800

18,700

20,100

21,500

23,000

13,000

0

0

15,500

18,200

19,500

20,300

21,800

23,200

13,500

0

0

17,700

18,500

19,900

20,600

22,100

23,500

14,000

15,400

15,500

18,100

19,100

20,200

20,900

22,400

23,800

14,500

15,900

17,700

18,400

19,800

20,500

21,300

22,700

24,100

15,000

16,000

18,100

18,900

20,100

20,900

21,600

23,000

24,300

15,500

17,700

18,400

19,700

20,500

21,200

22,000

23,400

24,600

16,000

18,100

18,900

20,100

20,900

21,600

22,300

23,700

24,900

16,500

18,500

19,800

20,500

21,200

22,000

22,700

24,000

25,200

17,000

18,900

20,200

20,900

21,600

22,400

23,000

24,300

25,600

G-34

NO FIRING CONSTRAINT (10 KM MIN RANGE)

FM 3-09.60

12 August 2008

M26, M26A1/A2, and M28A1/A2 Rocket Crest Clearance Tables

Table G-8. M26A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 800 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

10

20

30

40

ALT: 800 m ASL

50

60

80

100

17,500

19,900

20,600

21,300

22,100

22,800

23,400

24,700

25,900

18,000

20,300

21,000

21,700

22,500

23,100

23,800

25,000

26,200

18,500

20,700

21,500

22,200

22,900

23,500

24,200

25,400

26,600

19,000

21,200

21,900

22,600

23,300

23,900

24,600

25,700

27,000

19,500

21,700

22,400

23,100

23,700

24,300

24,900

26,100

27,300

20,000

22,200

22,800

23,500

24,100

24,700

25,300

26,500

27,600

20,500

22,600

23,300

23,900

24,600

25,100

25,700

26,900

27,900

21,000

23,100

23,800

24,400

25,000

25,600

26,100

27,300

28,300

21,500

23,600

24,200

24,800

25,400

26,000

26,600

27,700

28,600

22,000

24,100

24,700

25,300

25,800

26,400

27,000

28,000

29,000

22,500

24,600

25,200

25,700

26,300

26,900

27,500

28,400

29,400

23,000

25,100

25,600

26,200

26,800

27,300

27,800

28,800

29,800

23,500

25,600

26,100

26,700

27,300

27,700

28,200

29,200

30,200

24,000

26,000

26,600

27,200

27,700

28,100

28,600

29,600

30,600

24,500

26,600

27,100

27,600

28,000

28,500

29,000

30,000

31,000

25,000

27,100

27,600

28,000

28,500

29,000

29,500

30,500

31,500

25,500

27,600

27,900

28,400

28,900

29,400

29,900

30,900

31,900

26,000

27,900

28,400

28,900

29,400

29,900

30,400

31,300

32,300

26,500

28,400

28,900

29,400

29,900

30,400

30,800

31,800

32,800

27,000

28,900

29,400

29,900

30,400

30,800

31,300

32,200

33,200

27,500

29,400

29,900

30,400

30,800

31,300

31,800

32,700

33,600

28,000

29,900

30,400

30,900

31,300

31,800

32,200

33,200

34,100

28,500

30,400

30,900

31,400

31,800

32,300

32,700

33,600

34,600

29,000

31,000

31,400

31,800

32,300

32,700

33,200

34,100

35,000

29,500

31,500

31,900

32,300

32,800

33,200

33,700

34,600

35,500

30,000

32,000

32,400

32,800

33,300

33,700

34,200

35,100

36,000

30,500

32,500

32,900

33,300

33,800

34,200

34,700

35,500

36,400

31,000

33,000

33,400

33,900

34,300

34,700

35,100

36,000

36,900

31,500

33,500

33,900

34,400

34,800

35,200

35,600

36,500

37,400

32,000

34,000

34,500

34,900

35,300

35,700

36,100

37,000

37,900

32,500

34,600

35,000

35,400

35,800

36,200

36,600

37,500

38,400

33,000

35,100

35,500

35,900

36,300

36,700

37,100

38,000

38,900

12 August 2008

FM 3-09.60

G-35

Appendix G

Table G-8. M26A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 800 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

10

20

30

40

ALT: 800 m ASL

50

60

80

100

33,500

35,600

36,000

36,400

36,800

37,200

37,600

38,500

39,400

34,000

36,100

36,500

36,900

37,300

37,700

38,200

39,000

39,900

34,500

36,600

37,000

37,400

37,800

38,200

38,700

39,500

40,400

35,000

37,200

37,500

37,900

38,400

38,800

39,200

40,000

40,900

35,500

37,700

38,100

38,500

38,900

39,300

39,700

40,500

41,400

36,000

38,200

38,600

39,000

39,400

39,800

40,200

41,000

41,900

36,500

38,700

39,100

39,500

39,900

40,300

40,700

41,500

37,000

39,300

39,600

40,000

40,400

40,800

41,200

42,000

37,500

39,800

40,200

40,500

40,900

41,300

41,700

38,000

40,300

40,700

41,000

41,400

41,800

38,500

40,800

41,200

41,600

41,900

39,000

41,300

41,700

39,500

41,800

40,000 Note: Blank fields indicate that maximum range fails to clear crest.

G-36

FM 3-09.60

12 August 2008

M26, M26A1/A2, and M28A1/A2 Rocket Crest Clearance Tables

Table G-8. M26A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 800 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

120

ALT: 800 m ASL

140

160

180

200

220

240

260

2,000

23,100

24,400

25,700

26,900

27,900

29,000

30,100

31,200

2,500

22,600

23,900

25,200

26,500

27,600

28,600

29,700

30,800

3,000

22,300

23,600

24,900

26,200

27,400

28,400

29,500

30,600

3,500

22,100

23,500

24,800

26,000

27,300

28,300

29,400

30,500

4,000

22,000

23,400

24,700

26,000

27,200

28,200

29,300

30,400

4,500

22,000

23,400

24,700

25,900

27,200

28,200

29,300

30,400

5,000

22,000

23,400

24,700

26,000

27,200

28,200

29,300

30,400

5,500

22,000

23,500

24,800

26,000

27,300

28,300

29,400

30,500

6,000

22,100

23,500

24,800

26,100

27,300

28,300

29,500

30,600

6,500

22,200

23,600

24,900

26,200

27,400

28,400

29,500

30,600

7,000

22,300

23,700

25,000

26,300

27,500

28,500

29,600

30,700

7,500

22,500

23,800

25,100

26,400

27,600

28,600

29,700

30,800

8,000

22,600

24,000

25,300

26,500

27,700

28,700

29,800

30,900

8,500

22,800

24,100

25,400

26,700

27,800

28,900

30,000

31,100

9,000

22,900

24,300

25,600

26,800

27,900

29,000

30,100

31,200

9,500

23,100

24,500

25,700

27,000

28,000

29,100

30,200

31,300

10,000

23,300

24,600

25,900

27,100

28,200

29,300

30,400

31,500

10,500

23,500

24,800

26,100

27,300

28,300

29,400

30,600

31,700

11,000

23,700

25,000

26,200

27,500

28,500

29,600

30,700

31,800

11,500

23,900

25,200

26,400

27,600

28,700

29,800

30,900

32,000

12,000

24,100

25,400

26,600

27,800

28,800

30,000

31,100

32,200

12,500

24,300

25,600

26,900

27,900

29,000

30,200

31,300

32,300

13,000

24,600

25,800

27,100

28,100

29,200

30,300

31,400

32,500

13,500

24,800

26,000

27,300

28,300

29,400

30,500

31,600

32,700

14,000

25,000

26,300

27,500

28,500

29,600

30,800

31,900

32,900

14,500

25,300

26,500

27,700

28,700

29,900

31,000

32,100

33,100

15,000

25,600

26,800

27,900

29,000

30,100

31,200

32,300

33,400

15,500

25,800

27,100

28,100

29,200

30,300

31,400

32,500

33,600

16,000

26,100

27,400

28,300

29,500

30,600

31,700

32,700

33,800

16,500

26,500

27,600

28,600

29,700

30,800

31,900

33,000

34,100

17,000

26,800

27,800

28,900

30,000

31,100

32,100

33,200

34,300

12 August 2008

FM 3-09.60

G-37

Appendix G

Table G-8. M26A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 800 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

120

G-38

ALT: 800 m ASL

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

140

160

180

200

220

240

260

17,500

27,100

28,100

29,200

30,200

31,300

32,400

33,500

34,600

18,000

27,400

28,400

29,500

30,500

31,600

32,700

33,700

34,800

18,500

27,700

28,700

29,800

30,800

31,800

32,900

34,000

35,100

19,000

27,900

29,000

30,100

31,100

32,200

33,200

34,300

35,300

19,500

28,300

29,300

30,400

31,400

32,500

33,500

34,600

35,600

20,000

28,600

29,700

30,700

31,800

32,800

33,800

34,800

35,900

20,500

29,000

30,000

31,100

32,100

33,100

34,100

35,100

36,200

21,000

29,300

30,400

31,400

32,400

33,500

34,500

35,500

36,500

21,500

29,700

30,700

31,800

32,800

33,800

34,800

35,800

36,800

22,000

30,100

31,100

32,100

33,100

34,100

35,100

36,200

37,200

22,500

30,400

31,500

32,500

33,500

34,500

35,500

36,500

37,500

23,000

30,800

31,800

32,800

33,900

34,900

35,900

36,900

37,900

23,500

31,200

32,200

33,200

34,200

35,200

36,200

37,300

38,300

24,000

31,600

32,600

33,600

34,600

35,600

36,600

37,600

38,700

24,500

32,000

33,000

34,000

35,000

36,000

37,000

38,000

39,000

25,000

32,400

33,400

34,400

35,400

36,400

37,400

38,400

39,400

25,500

32,900

33,800

34,800

35,800

36,800

37,800

38,800

39,800

26,000

33,300

34,300

35,200

36,200

37,200

38,200

39,200

40,200

26,500

33,700

34,700

35,600

36,600

37,600

38,600

39,600

40,600

27,000

34,200

35,100

36,100

37,000

38,000

39,000

40,000

41,100

27,500

34,600

35,500

36,500

37,500

38,500

39,500

40,500

41,500

28,000

35,000

36,000

36,900

37,900

38,900

39,900

40,900

41,900

28,500

35,500

36,400

37,400

38,400

39,300

40,300

41,300

29,000

35,900

36,900

37,800

38,800

39,800

40,800

41,800

29,500

36,400

37,300

38,300

39,300

40,200

41,200

30,000

36,900

37,800

38,800

39,700

40,700

41,700

30,500

37,300

38,300

39,200

40,200

41,100

31,000

37,800

38,800

39,700

40,600

41,600

31,500

38,300

39,200

40,200

41,100

32,000

38,800

39,700

40,600

41,600

32,500

39,300

40,200

41,100

FM 3-09.60

12 August 2008

M26, M26A1/A2, and M28A1/A2 Rocket Crest Clearance Tables

Table G-8. M26A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 800 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

ALT: 800 m ASL

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

120

140

160 41,600

33,000

39,800

40,700

33,500

40,300

41,200

34,000

40,700

41,700

34,500

41,200

35,000

41,700

180

200

220

240

260

35,500 36,000 36,500 37,000 37,500 38,000 38,500 39,000 39,500 40,000 Note: Blank fields indicate that maximum range fails to clear crest.

12 August 2008

FM 3-09.60

G-39

Appendix G

Table G-9. M26A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 1,200 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

10

20

30

ALT: 1,200 m ASL

40

50

60

80

100

2,000

0

0

0

0

0

17,500

20,100

21,700

2,500

0

0

0

0

0

0

19,500

21,100

3,000

0

0

0

0

0

0

18,400

20,700

3,500

0

0

0

0

0

0

18,100

20,500

4,000

0

0

0

18,000

20,400

4,500

0

0

0

17,900

20,400

5,000

0

0

0

18,000

20,400

5,500

0

0

0

18,100

20,500

6,000

0

0

0

0

0

0

18,200

20,600

6,500

0

0

0

0

0

0

18,400

20,700

7,000

0

0

0

0

0

0

18,600

20,800

7,500

0

0

0

0

0

0

18,900

20,900

8,000

0

0

0

0

0

0

19,500

21,100

8,500

0

0

0

0

0

0

19,700

21,300

9,000

0

0

0

0

0

17,500

19,900

21,500

9,500

0

0

0

0

0

17,700

20,100

21,600

10,000

0

0

0

0

0

18,000

20,300

21,900

10,500

0

0

0

0

17,400

18,300

20,500

22,100

11,000

0

0

0

0

17,700

18,600

20,800

22,300

11,500

0

0

0

0

18,000

19,400

21,000

22,500

12,000

0

0

0

17,500

18,300

19,800

21,300

22,700

12,500

0

0

0

17,800

18,700

20,100

21,500

23,000

13,000

0

0

15,500

18,200

19,500

20,300

21,800

23,200

13,500

0

0

17,700

18,500

19,900

20,600

22,100

23,500

14,000

15,400

15,500

18,100

19,100

20,200

20,900

22,400

23,800

14,500

15,900

17,700

18,400

19,800

20,500

21,300

22,700

24,100

15,000

16,000

18,100

18,900

20,100

20,900

21,600

23,000

24,300

15,500

17,700

18,400

19,700

20,500

21,200

22,000

23,400

24,600

16,000

18,100

18,900

20,100

20,900

21,600

22,300

23,700

24,900

16,500

18,500

19,800

20,500

21,200

22,000

22,700

24,000

25,200

17,000

18,900

20,200

20,900

21,600

22,400

23,000

24,300

25,600

G-40

NO FIRING CONSTRAINT (10 KM MIN RANGE)

FM 3-09.60

12 August 2008

M26, M26A1/A2, and M28A1/A2 Rocket Crest Clearance Tables

Table G-9. M26A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 1,200 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

10

20

30

40

ALT: 1,200 m ASL

50

60

80

100

17,500

19,900

20,600

21,300

22,100

22,800

23,400

24,700

25,900

18,000

20,300

21,000

21,700

22,500

23,100

23,800

25,000

26,200

18,500

20,700

21,500

22,200

22,900

23,500

24,200

25,400

26,600

19,000

21,200

21,900

22,600

23,300

23,900

24,600

25,700

27,000

19,500

21,700

22,400

23,100

23,700

24,300

24,900

26,100

27,300

20,000

22,200

22,800

23,500

24,100

24,700

25,300

26,500

27,600

20,500

22,600

23,300

23,900

24,600

25,100

25,700

26,900

27,900

21,000

23,100

23,800

24,400

25,000

25,600

26,100

27,300

28,300

21,500

23,600

24,200

24,800

25,400

26,000

26,600

27,700

28,600

22,000

24,100

24,700

25,300

25,800

26,400

27,000

28,000

29,000

22,500

24,600

25,200

25,700

26,300

26,900

27,500

28,400

29,400

23,000

25,100

25,600

26,200

26,800

27,300

27,800

28,800

29,800

23,500

25,600

26,100

26,700

27,300

27,700

28,200

29,200

30,200

24,000

26,000

26,600

27,200

27,700

28,100

28,600

29600

30,600

24,500

26,600

27,100

27,600

28,000

28,500

29,000

30,000

31,000

25,000

27,100

27,600

28,000

28,500

29,000

29,500

30,500

31,500

25,500

27,600

27,900

28,400

28,900

29,400

29,900

30,900

31,900

26,000

27,900

28,400

28,900

29,400

29,900

30,400

31,300

32,300

26,500

28,400

28,900

29,400

29,900

30,400

30,800

31,800

32,800

27,000

28,900

29,400

29,900

30,400

30,800

31,300

32,200

33,200

27,500

29,400

29,900

30,400

30,800

31,300

31,800

32,700

33,600

28,000

29,900

30,400

30,900

31,300

31,800

32,200

33,200

34,100

28,500

30,400

30,900

31,400

31,800

32,300

32,700

33,600

34,600

29,000

31,000

31,400

31,800

32,300

32,700

33,200

34,100

35,000

29,500

31,500

31,900

32,300

32,800

33,200

33,700

34,600

35,500

30,000

32,000

32,400

32,800

33,300

33,700

34,200

35,100

36,000

30,500

32,500

32,900

33,300

33,800

34,200

34,700

35,500

36,400

31,000

33,000

33,400

33,900

34,300

34,700

35,100

36,000

36,900

31,500

33,500

33,900

34,400

34,800

35,200

35,600

36,500

37,400

32,000

34,000

34,500

34,900

35,300

35,700

36,100

37,000

37,900

32,500

34,600

35,000

35,400

35,800

36,200

36,600

37,500

38,400

33,000

35,100

35,500

35,900

36,300

36,700

37,100

38,000

38,900

12 August 2008

FM 3-09.60

G-41

Appendix G

Table G-9. M26A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 1,200 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

10

20

30

40

ALT: 1,200 m ASL

50

60

80

100

33,500

35,600

36,000

36,400

36,800

37,200

37,600

38,500

39,400

34,000

36,100

36,500

36,900

37,300

37,700

38,200

39,000

39,900

34,500

36,600

37,000

37,400

37,800

38,200

38,700

39,500

40,400

35,000

37,200

37,500

37,900

38,400

38,800

39,200

40,000

40,900

35,500

37,700

38,100

38,500

38,900

39,300

39,700

40,500

41,400

36,000

38,200

38,600

39,000

39,400

39,800

40,200

41,000

41,900

36,500

38,700

39,100

39,500

39,900

40,300

40,700

41,500

37,000

39,300

39,600

40,000

40,400

40,800

41,200

42,000

37,500

39,800

40,200

40,500

40,900

41,300

41,700

38,000

40,300

40,700

41,000

41,400

41,800

38,500

40,800

41,200

41,600

41,900

39,000

41,300

41,700

39,500

41,800

40,000 Note: Blank fields indicate that maximum range fails to clear crest.

G-42

FM 3-09.60

12 August 2008

M26, M26A1/A2, and M28A1/A2 Rocket Crest Clearance Tables

Table G-9. M26A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 1,200 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

120

ALT: 1,200 m ASL

140

160

180

200

220

240

260

2,000

23,100

24,400

25,700

26,900

27,900

29,000

30,100

31,200

2,500

22,600

23,900

25,200

26,500

27,600

28,600

29,700

30,800

3,000

22,300

23,600

24,900

26,200

27,400

28,400

29,500

30,600

3,500

22,100

23,500

24,800

26,000

27,300

28,300

29,400

30,500

4,000

22,000

23,400

24,700

26,000

27,200

28,200

29,300

30,400

4,500

22,000

23,400

24,700

25,900

27,200

28,200

29,300

30,400

5,000

22,000

23,400

24,700

26,000

27,200

28,200

29,300

30,400

5,500

22,000

23,500

24,800

26,000

27,300

28,300

29,400

30,500

6,000

22,100

23,500

24,800

26,100

27,300

28,300

29,500

30,600

6,500

22,200

23,600

24,900

26,200

27,400

28,400

29,500

30,600

7,000

22,300

23,700

25,000

26,300

27,500

28,500

29,600

30,700

7,500

22,500

23,800

25,100

26,400

27,600

28,600

29,700

30,800

8,000

22,600

24,000

25,300

26,500

27,700

28,700

29,800

30,900

8,500

22,800

24,100

25,400

26,700

27,800

28,900

30,000

31,100

9,000

22,900

24,300

25,600

26,800

27,900

29,000

30,100

31,200

9,500

23,100

24,500

25,700

27,000

28,000

29,100

30,200

31,300

10,000

23,300

24,600

25,900

27,100

28,200

29,300

30,400

31,500

10,500

23,500

24,800

26,100

27,300

28,300

29,400

30,600

31,700

11,000

23,700

25,000

26,200

27,500

28,500

29,600

30,700

31,800

11,500

23,900

25,200

26,400

27,600

28,700

29,800

30,900

32,000

12,000

24,100

25,400

26,600

27,800

28,800

30,000

31,100

32,200

12,500

24,300

25,600

26,900

27,900

29,000

30,200

31,300

32,300

13,000

24,600

25,800

27,100

28,100

29,200

30,300

31,400

32,500

13,500

24,800

26,000

27,300

28,300

29,400

30,500

31,600

32,700

14,000

25,000

26,300

27,500

28,500

29,600

30,800

31,900

32,900

14,500

25,300

26,500

27,700

28,700

29,900

31,000

32,100

33,100

15,000

25,600

26,800

27,900

29,000

30,100

31,200

32,300

33,400

15,500

25,800

27,100

28,100

29,200

30,300

31,400

32,500

33,600

16,000

26,100

27,400

28,300

29,500

30,600

31,700

32,700

33,800

16,500

26,500

27,600

28,600

29,700

30,800

31,900

33,000

34,100

17,000

26,800

27,800

28,900

30,000

31,100

32,100

33,200

34,300

12 August 2008

FM 3-09.60

G-43

Appendix G

Table G-9. M26A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 1,200 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

120

G-44

ALT: 1,200 m ASL

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

140

160

180

200

220

240

260

17,500

27,100

28,100

29,200

30,200

31,300

32,400

33,500

34,600

18,000

27,400

28,400

29,500

30,500

31,600

32,700

33,700

34,800

18,500

27,700

28,700

29,800

30,800

31,800

32,900

34,000

35,100

19,000

27,900

29,000

30,100

31,100

32,200

33,200

34,300

35,300

19,500

28,300

29,300

30,400

31,400

32,500

33,500

34,600

35,600

20,000

28,600

29,700

30,700

31,800

32,800

33,800

34,800

35,900

20,500

29,000

30,000

31,100

32,100

33,100

34,100

35,100

36,200

21,000

29,300

30,400

31,400

32,400

33,500

34,500

35,500

36,500

21,500

29,700

30,700

31,800

32,800

33,800

34,800

35,800

36,800

22,000

30,100

31,100

32,100

33,100

34,100

35,100

36,200

37,200

22,500

30,400

31,500

32,500

33,500

34,500

35,500

36,500

37,500

23,000

30,800

31,800

32,800

33,900

34,900

35,900

36,900

37,900

23,500

31,200

32,200

33,200

34,200

35,200

36,200

37,300

38,300

24,000

31,600

32,600

33,600

34,600

35,600

36,600

37,600

38,700

24,500

32,000

33,000

34,000

35,000

36,000

37,000

38,000

39,000

25,000

32,400

33,400

34,400

35,400

36,400

37,400

38,400

39,400

25,500

32,900

33,800

34,800

35,800

36,800

37,800

38,800

39,800

26,000

33,300

34,300

35,200

36,200

37,200

38,200

39,200

40,200

26,500

33,700

34,700

35,600

36,600

37,600

38,600

39,600

40,600

27,000

34,200

35,100

36,100

37,000

38,000

39,000

40,000

41,100

27,500

34,600

35,500

36,500

37,500

38,500

39,500

40,500

41,500

28,000

35,000

36,000

36,900

37,900

38,900

39,900

40,900

41,900

28,500

35,500

36,400

37,400

38,400

39,300

40,300

41,300

29,000

35,900

36,900

37,800

38,800

39,800

40,800

41,800

29,500

36,400

37,300

38,300

39,300

40,200

41,200

30,000

36,900

37,800

38,800

39,700

40,700

41,700

30,500

37,300

38,300

39,200

40,200

41,100

31,000

37,800

38,800

39,700

40,600

41,600

31,500

38,300

39,200

40,200

41,100

32,000

38,800

39,700

40,600

41,600

32,500

39,300

40,200

41,100

FM 3-09.60

12 August 2008

M26, M26A1/A2, and M28A1/A2 Rocket Crest Clearance Tables

Table G-9. M26A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 1,200 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

ALT: 1,200 m ASL

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

120

140

160 41,600

33,000

39,800

40,700

33,500

40,300

41,200

34,000

40,700

41,700

34,500

41,200

35,000

41,700

180

200

220

240

260

35,500 36,000 36,500 37,000 37,500 38,000 38,500 39,000 39,500 40,000 Note: Blank fields indicate that maximum range fails to clear crest.

12 August 2008

FM 3-09.60

G-45

Appendix G

Table G-10. M26A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 3,048 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

10

20

30

ALT: 3,048 m ASL

40

50

60

80

100

2,000

0

0

0

0

0

19,100

22,300

24,200

2,500

0

0

0

0

0

0

21,500

23,500

3,000

0

0

0

0

0

0

20,300

23,000

3,500

0

0

0

0

0

0

20,000

22,800

4,000

0

0

0

0

0

4,500

0

0

0

0

0

5,000

0

0

0

0

0

5,500

0

0

0

0

0

6,000

0

0

0

0

0

0

19,900

22,700

6,500

0

0

0

0

0

0

20,100

22,800

7,000

0

0

0

0

0

0

20,300

23,000

7,500

0

0

0

0

0

0

20,500

23,100

8,000

0

0

0

0

0

0

20,900

23,300

8,500

0

0

0

0

0

0

21,500

23,500

9,000

0

0

0

0

0

0

21,700

23,700

9,500

0

0

0

0

0

19,000

21,900

23,900

10,000

0

0

0

0

0

19,300

22,200

24,100

10,500

0

0

0

0

0

19,600

22,400

24,300

11,000

0

0

0

0

0

19,900

22,600

24,500

11,500

0

0

0

0

19,200

20,300

22,900

24,800

12,000

0

0

0

0

19,500

20,800

23,200

25,000

12,500

0

0

0

0

19,800

21,500

23,400

25,200

13,000

0

0

0

19,100

20,200

21,800

23,700

25,500

13,500

0

0

0

19,500

20,700

22,200

24,000

25,800

14,000

15,400

15,400

15,500

19,900

21,500

22,500

24,300

26,000

14,500

15,900

15,900

19,300

20,300

21,900

22,800

24,600

26,300

15,000

16,400

16,400

19,700

20,900

22,200

23,200

25,000

26,600

15,500

16,900

19,100

20,100

21,600

22,600

23,500

25,300

27,000

16,000

17,400

19,500

20,600

22,000

23,000

23,900

25,600

27,300

16,500

18,000

19,900

21,400

22,400

23,400

24,300

25,900

27,600

17,000

19,400

20,400

21,900

22,800

23,700

24,600

26,300

28,000

G-46

NO FIRING CONSTRAINT (10 KM MIN RANGE)

FM 3-09.60

12 August 2008

M26, M26A1/A2, and M28A1/A2 Rocket Crest Clearance Tables

Table G-10. M26A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 3,048 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

10

20

30

40

ALT: 3,048 m ASL

50

60

80

100

17,500

19,900

21,000

22,300

23,200

24,100

25,000

26,700

28,200

18,000

20,300

21,800

22,700

23,600

24,500

25,400

27,100

28,400

18,500

20,900

22,200

23,200

24,100

24,900

25,800

27,400

28,700

19,000

21,700

22,700

23,600

24,500

25,300

26,200

27,800

29,100

19,500

22,200

23,100

24,000

24,900

25,700

26,600

28,100

29,400

20,000

22,700

23,600

24,500

25,300

26,100

27,000

28,400

29,800

20,500

23,200

24,100

24,900

25,700

26,600

27,400

28,700

30,100

21,000

23,700

24,500

25,400

26,200

27,000

27,800

29,100

30,500

21,500

24,100

25,000

25,800

26,600

27,500

28,100

29,400

30,800

22,000

24,600

25,500

26,300

27,100

27,900

28,400

29,800

31,200

22,500

25,100

25,900

26,800

27,600

28,200

28,800

30,200

31,600

23,000

25,600

26,400

27,300

28,000

28,500

29,200

30,600

32,000

23,500

26,100

26,900

27,700

28,300

29,000

29,700

31,000

32,400

24,000

26,700

27,500

28,100

28,700

29,400

30,100

31,400

32,800

24,500

27,200

28,000

28,400

29,100

29,800

30,500

31,800

33,200

25,000

27,700

28,300

28,900

29,600

30,300

30,900

32,300

33,600

25,500

28,100

28,700

29,400

30,000

30,700

31,400

32,700

34,000

26,000

28,500

29,200

29,800

30,500

31,200

31,800

33,100

34,400

26,500

29,000

29,600

30,300

31,000

31,600

32,300

33,500

34,800

27,000

29,500

30,100

30,800

31,400

32,100

32,700

34,000

35,300

27,500

30,000

30,600

31,300

31,900

32,500

33,200

34,400

35,700

28,000

30,500

31,100

31,700

32,400

33,000

33,600

34,900

36,100

28,500

31,000

31,600

32,200

32,800

33,500

34,100

35,300

36,600

29,000

31,500

32,100

32,700

33,300

33,900

34,600

35,800

37,000

29,500

32,000

32,600

33,200

33,800

34,400

35,000

36,200

37,500

30,000

32,500

33,100

33,700

34,300

34,900

35,500

36,700

37,900

30,500

33,000

33,600

34,200

34,800

35,400

36,000

37,200

38,400

31,000

33,500

34,100

34,700

35,300

35,900

36,400

37,600

38,800

31,500

34,000

34,600

35,200

35,800

36,300

36,900

38,100

39,300

32,000

34,500

35,100

35,700

36,200

36,800

37,400

38,600

39,800

32,500

35,000

35,600

36,200

36,700

37,300

37,900

39,100

40,200

33,000

35,500

36,100

36,700

37,200

37,800

38,400

39,500

40,700

12 August 2008

FM 3-09.60

G-47

Appendix G

Table G-10. M26A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 3,048 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

10

20

30

40

ALT: 3,048 m ASL

50

60

80

100

33,500

36,100

36,600

37,200

37,700

38,300

38,900

40,000

41,200

34,000

36,600

37,100

37,700

38,200

38,800

39,400

40,500

41,700

34,500

37,100

37,600

38,200

38,700

39,300

39,900

41,000

35,000

37,600

38,200

38,700

39,300

39,800

40,400

41,500

35,500

38,100

38,700

39,200

39,800

40,300

40,900

42,000

36,000

38,700

39,200

39,700

40,300

40,800

41,300

36,500

39,200

39,700

40,200

40,800

41,300

41,800

37,000

39,700

40,200

40,700

41,300

41,800

37,500

40,200

40,700

41,200

41,800

38,000

40,700

41,200

41,700

38,500

41,200

41,700

39,000

41,700

39,500 40,000 Note: Blank fields indicate that maximum range fails to clear crest.

G-48

FM 3-09.60

12 August 2008

M26, M26A1/A2, and M28A1/A2 Rocket Crest Clearance Tables

Table G-10. M26A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 3,048 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

120

ALT: 3,048 m ASL

140

160

180

200

220

240

260

2,000

25,900

27,700

29,000

30,400

31,900

33,300

34600

36,000

2,500

25,300

27,000

28,400

29,900

31,300

32,700

34,100

35,500

3,000

24,900

26,600

28,200

29,500

31,000

32,400

33,800

35,200

3,500

24,600

26,400

28,000

29,400

30,800

32,200

33,700

35,000

4,000

24,500

26,300

28,000

29,300

30,700

32,200

33,600

35,000

4,500

24,500

26,200

27,900

29,200

30,700

32,100

33,500

34,900

5,000

24,500

26,200

27,900

29,200

30,700

32,100

33,500

34,900

5,500

24,500

26,300

28,000

29,300

30,700

32,200

33,600

35,000

6,000

24,600

26,300

28,000

29,300

30,800

32,200

33,700

35,000

6,500

24,700

26,400

28,100

29,400

30,900

32,300

33,700

35,100

7,000

24,800

26,600

28,200

29,500

31,000

32,400

33,800

35,200

7,500

25,000

26,700

28,200

29,600

31,100

32,500

34,000

35,300

8,000

25,100

26,900

28,300

29,800

31,200

32,700

34,100

35,500

8,500

25,300

27,000

28,400

29,900

31,400

32,800

34,200

35,600

9,000

25,500

27,200

28,600

30,100

31,500

33,000

34,400

35,800

9,500

25,600

27,400

28,700

30,200

31,700

33,100

34,500

35,900

10,000

25,800

27,600

28,900

30,400

31,900

33,300

34,700

36,100

10,500

26,000

27,800

29,100

30,600

32,000

33,400

34,800

36,200

11,000

26,300

28,000

29,300

30,800

32,200

33,600

35,000

36,400

11,500

26,500

28,100

29,500

31,000

32,400

33,800

35,200

36,600

12,000

26,700

28,300

29,700

31,200

32,600

34,000

35,400

36,800

12,500

27,000

28,400

29,900

31,400

32,800

34,200

35,600

37,000

13,000

27,200

28,600

30,100

31,600

33,000

34,400

35,800

37,200

13,500

27,500

28,800

30,300

31,800

33,200

34,600

36,000

37,400

14,000

27,800

29,100

30,600

32,000

33,400

34,800

36,200

37,600

14,500

28,000

29,300

30,800

32,200

33,700

35,100

36,500

37,800

15,000

28,200

29,600

31,000

32,500

33,900

35,300

36,700

38,100

15,500

28,400

29,800

31,300

32,700

34,100

35,500

36,900

38,300

16,000

28,600

30,100

31,500

33,000

34,400

35,800

37,200

38,500

16,500

28,900

30,400

31,800

33,200

34,600

36,000

37,400

38,800

17,000

29,200

30,600

32,100

33,500

34,900

36,300

37,700

39,000

12 August 2008

FM 3-09.60

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Appendix G

Table G-10. M26A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 3,048 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

ALT: 3,048 m ASL

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

120

140

160

180

200

220

240

260

17,500

29,500

30,900

32,300

33,700

35,100

36,500

37,900

39,300

18,000

29,800

31,200

32,600

34,000

35,400

36,800

38,200

39,600

18,500

30,100

31,500

32,900

34,300

35,700

37,100

38,400

39,800

19,000

30,500

31,900

33,200

34,600

36,000

37,300

38,700

40,100

19,500

30,800

32,200

33,500

34,900

36,200

37,600

39,000

40,400

20,000

31,100

32,500

33,800

35,200

36,500

37,900

39,300

40,700

20,500

31,500

32,800

34,200

35,500

36,800

38,200

39,600

41,000

21,000

31,800

33,200

34,500

35,800

37,100

38,500

39,900

41,300

21,500

32,200

33,500

34,900

36,200

37,500

38,800

40,200

41,600

22,000

32,600

33,900

35,200

36,500

37,800

39,100

40,500

41,900

22,500

32,900

34,300

35,600

36,900

38,200

39,500

40,800

23,000

33,300

34,600

35,900

37,200

38,500

39,800

41,100

23,500

33,700

35,000

36,300

37,600

38,900

40,200

41,500

24,000

34,100

35,400

36,700

38,000

39,300

40,600

41,900

24,500

34,500

35,800

37,100

38,300

39,600

40,900

25,000

34,900

36,200

37,400

38,700

40,000

41,300

25,500

35,300

36,600

37,800

39,100

40,400

41,700

26,000

35,700

37,000

38,200

39,500

40,800

26,500

36,100

37,400

38,600

39,900

41,200

27,000

36,500

37,800

39,000

40,300

41,600

27,500

36,900

38,200

39,500

40,700

42,000

28,000

37,400

38,600

39,900

41,100

28,500

37,800

39,100

40,300

41,600

29,000

38,200

39,500

40,700

42,000

29,500

38,700

39,900

41,200

30,000

39,100

40,400

41,600

30,500

39,600

40,800

42,000

31,000

40,100

41,300

31,500

40,500

41,700

32,000

41,000

32,500

41,400

G-50

FM 3-09.60

12 August 2008

M26, M26A1/A2, and M28A1/A2 Rocket Crest Clearance Tables

Table G-10. M26A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 3,048 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

120 33,000

ALT: 3,048 m ASL

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

140

160

180

200

220

240

260

41,900

33,500 34,000 34,500 35,000 35,500 36,000 36,500 37,000 37,500 38,000 38,500 39,000 39,500 40,000 Note: Blank fields indicate that maximum range fails to clear crest.

12 August 2008

FM 3-09.60

G-51

Appendix G

Table G-11. M28A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: Sea Level) Range to Crest (m)

G-52

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

40

ALT: Sea Level

10

20

30

1,000

9,300

9,500

9,700

10,000

10,200

10,400

10,800

11,100

1,250

8,800

9,000

9,300

9,500

9,800

10,000

10,400

10,800

1,500

8,400

8,700

9,000

9,300

9,500

9,700

10,200

10,600

1,750

8,200

8,500

8,800

9,100

9,300

9,600

10,000

10,400

2,000

8,000

8,400

8,700

8,900

9,200

9,400

9,900

10,300

2,250

7,900

8,200

8,500

8,800

9,100

9,400

9,800

10,300

2,500

7,800

8,200

8,500

8,800

9,000

9,300

9,800

10,200

2,750

0

8,100

8,400

8,700

9,000

9,300

9,700

10,200

3,000

0

8,100

8,400

8,700

9,000

9,200

9,700

10,200

3,250

0

8,100

8,400

8,700

9,000

9,200

9,700

10,200

3,500

0

8,100

8,400

8,700

9,000

9,300

9,700

10,200

3,750

0

8,100

8,400

8,700

9,000

9,300

9,800

10,200

4,000

8,000

8,200

8,500

8,800

9,000

9,300

9,800

10,200

4,250

8,100

8,300

8,600

8,800

9,100

9,300

9,800

10,300

4,500

8,200

8,400

8,700

8,900

9,100

9,400

9,900

10,300

4,750

8,300

8,500

8,800

9,000

9,200

9,400

9,900

10,400

5,000

8,400

8,700

8,900

9,100

9,300

9,500

10,000

10,400

5,250

8,600

8,800

9,000

9,200

9,500

9,700

10,100

10,500

5,500

8,700

8,900

9,200

9,400

9,600

9,800

10,200

10,600

5,750

8,800

9,100

9,300

9,500

9,700

9,900

10,300

10,600

6,000

9,000

9,200

9,400

9,600

9,800

10,000

10,400

10,800

6,250

9,200

9,400

9,600

9,800

10,000

10,200

10,500

10,900

6,500

9,300

9,500

9,700

9,900

10,100

10,300

10,700

11,000

6,750

9,500

9,700

9,900

10,100

10,300

10,400

10,800

11,100

7,000

9,700

9,800

10,000

10,200

10,400

10,600

10,900

11,300

7,250

9,800

10,000

10,200

10,400

10,600

10,700

11,100

11,400

7,500

10,000

10,200

10,400

10,500

10,700

10,900

11,200

11,500

7,750

10,200

10,400

10,500

10,700

10,900

11,000

11,400

11,700

8,000

10,400

10,500

10,700

10,900

11,000

11,200

11,500

11,800

8,250

10,500

10,700

10,900

11,000

11,200

11,400

11,700

12,000

8,500

10,700

10,900

11,100

11,200

11,400

11,500

11,800

12,100

FM 3-09.60

50

60

80

100

12 August 2008

M26, M26A1/A2, and M28A1/A2 Rocket Crest Clearance Tables

Table G-11. M28A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: Sea Level) Range to Crest (m)

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

10

20

30

40

ALT: Sea Level

50

60

80

100

8,750

10,900

11,100

11,200

11,400

11,500

11,700

12,000

12,300

9,000

11,100

11,300

11,400

11,600

11,700

11,900

12,200

12,500

9,250

11,300

11,400

11,600

11,700

11,900

12,000

12,300

12,600

9,500

11,500

11,600

11,800

11,900

12,100

12,200

12,500

12,800

9,750

11,700

11,800

12,000

12,100

12,300

12,400

12,700

13,000

10,000

11,900

12,000

12,100

12,300

12,400

12,600

12,900

13,100

10,250

12,100

12,200

12,400

12,500

12,600

12,800

13,000

13,300

10,500

12,300

12,400

12,600

12,700

12,800

13,000

13,200

13,500

10,750

12,500

12,600

12,800

12,900

13,000

13,200

13,400

13,700

11,000

12,700

12,800

13,000

13,100

13,200

13,400

13,600

13,800

11,250

12,900

13,000

13,200

13,300

13,400

13,600

13,800

14,000

11,500

13,100

13,300

13,400

13,500

13,600

13,800

14,000

14,200

11,750

13,300

13,500

13,600

13,700

13,800

14,000

14,200

14,400

12,000

13,600

13,700

13,800

13,900

14,000

14,200

14,400

14,600

12,250

13,800

13,900

14,000

14,100

14,300

14,400

14,600

14,800

12,500

14,000

14,100

14,200

14,400

14,500

14,600

14,800

12,750

14,200

14,300

14,500

14,600

14,700

14,800

13,000

14,500

14,600

14,700

14,800

Note: Blank fields indicate that maximum range fails to clear crest.

12 August 2008

FM 3-09.60

G-53

Appendix G

Table G-11. M28A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: Sea Level) Range to Crest (m)

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

120

G-54

ALT: Sea Level

140

160

180

200

220

240

260

1,000

11,500

11,800

12,100

12,400

12,700

12,900

13,200

13,400

1,250

11,200

11,500

11,800

12,100

12,400

12,700

13,000

13,200

1,500

11,000

11,300

11,700

12,000

12,300

12,600

12,800

13,100

1,750

10,800

11,200

11,500

11,900

12,200

12,500

12,700

13,000

2,000

10,700

11,100

11,500

11,800

12,100

12,400

12,700

13,000

2,250

10,700

11,000

11,400

11,700

12,000

12,300

12,600

12,900

2,500

10,600

11,000

11,400

11,700

12,000

12,300

12,600

12,900

2,750

10,600

11,000

11,300

11,700

12,000

12,300

12,600

12,900

3,000

10,600

11,000

11,300

11,700

12,000

12,300

12,600

12,900

3,250

10,600

11,000

11,300

11,700

12,000

12,300

12,600

12,900

3,500

10,600

11,000

11,400

11,700

12,000

12,300

12,600

12,900

3,750

10,600

11,000

11,400

11,700

12,000

12,300

12,600

12,900

4,000

10,700

11,000

11,400

11,700

12,100

12,400

12,700

13,000

4,250

10,700

11,100

11,400

11,800

12,100

12,400

12,700

13,000

4,500

10,700

11,100

11,500

11,800

12,100

12,400

12,700

13,000

4,750

10,800

11,200

11,500

11,900

12,200

12,500

12,800

13,100

5,000

10,800

11,200

11,600

11,900

12,200

12,500

12,800

13,100

5,250

10,900

11,300

11,600

12,000

12,300

12,600

12,900

13,200

5,500

11,000

11,300

11,700

12,000

12,300

12,600

12,900

13,200

5,750

11,000

11,400

11,800

12,100

12,400

12,700

13,000

13,300

6,000

11,100

11,500

11,800

12,200

12,500

12,800

13,100

13,300

6,250

11,200

11,600

11,900

12,200

12,500

12,800

13,100

13,400

6,500

11,300

11,600

12,000

12,300

12,600

12,900

13,200

13,500

6,750

11,500

11,800

12,100

12,400

12,700

13,000

13,300

13,500

7,000

11,600

11,900

12,200

12,500

12,800

13,100

13,300

13,600

7,250

11,700

12,000

12,300

12,600

12,900

13,100

13,400

13,700

7,500

11,900

12,200

12,400

12,700

13,000

13,200

13,500

13,800

7,750

12,000

12,300

12,600

12,900

13,100

13,400

13,600

13,800

8,000

12,100

12,400

12,700

13,000

13,200

13,500

13,700

13,900

8,250

12,300

12,600

12,800

13,100

13,400

13,600

13,800

14,100

8,500

12,400

12,700

13,000

13,200

13,500

13,700

14,000

14,200

FM 3-09.60

12 August 2008

M26, M26A1/A2, and M28A1/A2 Rocket Crest Clearance Tables

Table G-11. M28A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: Sea Level) Range to Crest (m)

ALT: Sea Level

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

120

140

160

180

200

220

240

260

8,750

12,600

12,900

13,100

13,400

13,600

13,900

14,100

14,300

9,000

12,700

13,000

13,300

13,500

13,800

14,000

14,200

14,400

9,250

12,900

13,200

13,400

13,700

13,900

14,100

14,300

14,600

9,500

13,100

13,300

13,600

13,800

14,000

14,300

14,500

14,700

9,750

13,200

13,500

13,700

14,000

14,200

14,400

14,600

14,800

10,000

13,400

13,600

13,900

14,100

14,300

14,500

14,700

10,250

13,600

13,800

14,000

14,300

14,500

14,700

10,500

13,700

14,000

14,200

14,400

14,600

14,800

10,750

13,900

14,100

14,400

14,600

14,800

11,000

14,100

14,300

14,500

14,700

11,250

14,300

14,500

14,700

11,500

14,400

14,700

14,800

11,750

14,600

14,800

12,000

14,800

12,250 12,500 12,750 13,000 Note: Blank fields indicate that maximum range fails to clear crest.

12 August 2008

FM 3-09.60

G-55

Appendix G

Table G-12. M28A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 400 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

G-56

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

40

ALT: 400 m ASL

10

20

30

1,000

9,400

9,700

9,900

10,200

10,400

10,600

11,000

11,400

1,250

8,900

9,200

9,500

9,700

10,000

10,200

10,600

11,000

1,500

8,600

8,900

9,200

9,400

9,700

9,900

10,400

10,800

1,750

8,400

8,700

9,000

9,200

9,500

9,700

10,200

10,600

2,000

8,200

8,500

8,800

9,100

9,400

9,600

10,100

10,500

2,250

8,100

8,400

8,700

9,000

9,300

9,500

10,000

10,500

2,500

8,000

8,300

8,600

8,900

9,200

9,500

10,000

10,400

2,750

7,900

8,300

8,600

8,900

9,200

9,400

9,900

10,400

3,000

7,900

8,200

8,600

8,900

9,100

9,400

9,900

10,400

3,250

7,900

8,200

8,600

8,900

9,100

9,400

9,900

10,400

3,500

7,900

8,200

8,600

8,900

9,200

9,400

9,900

10,400

3,750

8,000

8,300

8,600

8,900

9,200

9,400

9,900

10,400

4,000

8,100

8,300

8,600

8,900

9,200

9,500

10,000

10,400

4,250

8,200

8,400

8,700

9,000

9,200

9,500

10,000

10,500

4,500

8,300

8,600

8,800

9,000

9,300

9,600

10,100

10,500

4,750

8,400

8,700

8,900

9,100

9,400

9,600

10,100

10,600

5,000

8,500

8,800

9,000

9,300

9,500

9,700

10,200

10,600

5,250

8,700

8,900

9,100

9,400

9,600

9,800

10,200

10,700

5,500

8,800

9,000

9,300

9,500

9,700

9,900

10,300

10,700

5,750

8,900

9,200

9,400

9,600

9,800

10,000

10,400

10,800

6,000

9,100

9,300

9,500

9,800

10,000

10,200

10,600

10,900

6,250

9,200

9,500

9,700

9,900

10,100

10,300

10,700

11,100

6,500

9,400

9,600

9,800

10,000

10,200

10,400

10,800

11,200

6,750

9,600

9,800

10,000

10,200

10,400

10,600

10,900

11,300

7,000

9,700

9,900

10,100

10,300

10,500

10,700

11,100

11,400

7,250

9,900

10,100

10,300

10,500

10,700

10,900

11,200

11,600

7,500

10,100

10,300

10,500

10,700

10,800

11,000

11,400

11,700

7,750

10,300

10,400

10,600

10,800

11,000

11,200

11,500

11,800

8,000

10,400

10,600

10,800

11,000

11,200

11,300

11,700

12,000

8,250

10,600

10,800

11,000

11,100

11,300

11,500

11,800

12,100

8,500

10,800

11,000

11,100

11,300

11,500

11,600

12,000

12,300

FM 3-09.60

50

60

80

100

12 August 2008

M26, M26A1/A2, and M28A1/A2 Rocket Crest Clearance Tables

Table G-12. M28A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 400 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

10

20

30

40

ALT: 400 m ASL

50

60

80

100

8,750

11,000

11,200

11,300

11,500

11,600

11,800

12,100

12,400

9,000

11,200

11,300

11,500

11,700

11,800

12,000

12,300

12,600

9,250

11,400

11,500

11,700

11,800

12,000

12,100

12,500

12,800

9,500

11,500

11,700

11,900

12,000

12,200

12,300

12,600

12,900

9,750

11,700

11,900

12,000

12,200

12,400

12,500

12,800

13,100

10,000

11,900

12,100

12,200

12,400

12,600

12,700

13,000

13,300

10,250

12,100

12,300

12,400

12,600

12,700

12,900

13,200

13,500

10,500

12,300

12,500

12,600

12,800

12,900

13,100

13,400

13,600

10,750

12,500

12,700

12,800

13,000

13,100

13,300

13,500

13,800

11,000

12,800

12,900

13,100

13,200

13,300

13,500

13,700

14,000

11,250

13,000

13,100

13,300

13,400

13,500

13,700

13,900

14,200

11,500

13,200

13,300

13,500

13,600

13,700

13,900

14,100

14,400

11,750

13,400

13,500

13,700

13,800

13,900

14,100

14,300

14,500

12,000

13,600

13,800

13,900

14,000

14,100

14,300

14,500

14,700

12,250

13,900

14,000

14,100

14,200

14,300

14,500

14,700

12,500

14,100

14,200

14,300

14,400

14,600

14,700

12,750

14,300

14,400

14,500

14,600

14,800

13,000

14,500

14,600

14,700

Note: Blank fields indicate that maximum range fails to clear crest.

12 August 2008

FM 3-09.60

G-57

Appendix G

Table G-12. M28A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 400 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

120

G-58

ALT: 400 ASL

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

140

160

180

200

220

240

260

1,000

11,700

12,000

12,400

12,700

13,000

13,200

13,500

13,800

1,250

11,400

11,700

12,100

12,400

12,700

13,000

13,300

13,500

1,500

11,200

11,600

11,900

12,200

12,500

12,800

13,100

13,400

1,750

11,100

11,400

11,800

12,100

12,400

12,700

13,000

13,300

2,000

11,000

11,300

11,700

12,000

12,400

12,700

13,000

13,300

2,250

10,900

11,300

11,600

12,000

12,300

12,600

12,900

13,200

2,500

10,800

11,200

11,600

11,900

12,300

12,600

12,900

13,200

2,750

10,800

11,200

11,600

11,900

12,300

12,600

12,900

13,200

3,000

10,800

11,200

11,600

11,900

12,300

12,600

12,900

13,200

3,250

10,800

11,200

11,600

11,900

12,300

12,600

12,900

13,200

3,500

10,800

11,200

11,600

11,900

12,300

12,600

12,900

13,200

3,750

10,800

11,200

11,600

12,000

12,300

12,600

12,900

13,200

4,000

10,900

11,300

11,600

12,000

12,300

12,600

12,900

13,200

4,250

10,900

11,300

11,700

12,000

12,400

12,700

13,000

13,300

4,500

10,900

11,300

11,700

12,100

12,400

12,700

13,000

13,300

4,750

11,000

11,400

11,700

12,100

12,400

12,800

13,100

13,300

5,000

11,000

11,400

11,800

12,100

12,500

12,800

13,100

13,400

5,250

11,100

11,500

11,900

12,200

12,500

12,800

13,100

13,400

5,500

11,200

11,600

11,900

12,300

12,600

12,900

13,200

13,500

5,750

11,200

11,600

12,000

12,300

12,700

13,000

13,300

13,500

6,000

11,300

11,700

12,000

12,400

12,700

13,000

13,300

13,600

6,250

11,400

11,800

12,100

12,500

12,800

13,100

13,400

13,700

6,500

11,500

11,800

12,200

12,500

12,900

13,200

13,500

13,700

6,750

11,600

12,000

12,300

12,600

12,900

13,200

13,500

13,800

7,000

11,800

12,100

12,400

12,700

13,000

13,300

13,600

13,900

7,250

11,900

12,200

12,500

12,800

13,100

13,400

13,700

14,000

7,500

12,000

12,300

12,600

12,900

13,200

13,500

13,800

14,000

7,750

12,200

12,500

12,800

13,100

13,300

13,600

13,900

14,100

8,000

12,300

12,600

12,900

13,200

13,500

13,700

14,000

14,200

8,250

12,400

12,700

13,000

13,300

13,600

13,800

14,100

14,300

8,500

12,600

12,900

13,200

13,400

13,700

14,000

14,200

14,500

FM 3-09.60

12 August 2008

M26, M26A1/A2, and M28A1/A2 Rocket Crest Clearance Tables

Table G-12. M28A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 400 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

ALT: 400 ASL

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

120

140

160

180

200

220

240

260

8,750

12,700

13,000

13,300

13,600

13,800

14,100

14,300

14,600

9,000

12,900

13,200

13,500

13,700

14,000

14,200

14,500

14,700

9,250

13,100

13,300

13,600

13,900

14,100

14,400

14,600

14,800

9,500

13,200

13,500

13,800

14,000

14,300

14,500

14,700

9,750

13,400

13,600

13,900

14,200

14,400

14,600

10,000

13,500

13,800

14,100

14,300

14,500

14,800

10,250

13,700

14,000

14,200

14,500

14,700

10,500

13,900

14,100

14,400

14,600

14,800

10,750

14,100

14,300

14,500

14,800

11,000

14,200

14,500

14,700

11,250

14,400

14,600

11,500

14,600

14,800

11,750

14,800

12,000 12,250 12,500 12,750 13,000 Note: Blank fields indicate that maximum range fails to clear crest.

12 August 2008

FM 3-09.60

G-59

Appendix G

Table G-13. M28A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 800 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

G-60

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

30

40

ALT: 800 m ASL

10

20

1,000

9,600

9,900

10,100

10,400

10,600

10,800

11,200

11,600

1,250

9,100

9,400

9,700

9,900

10,200

10,400

10,800

11,300

1,500

8,800

9,100

9,400

9,600

9,900

10,100

10,600

11,000

1,750

8,500

8,800

9,100

9,400

9,700

9,900

10,400

10,900

2,000

8,300

8,700

9,000

9,300

9,500

9,800

10,300

10,800

2,250

8,200

8,600

8,900

9,200

9,400

9,700

10,200

10,700

2,500

8,100

8,500

8,800

9,100

9,400

9,700

10,200

10,600

2,750

8,100

8,400

8,700

9,100

9,300

9,600

10,100

10,600

3,000

0

8,400

8,700

9,000

9,300

9,600

10,100

10,600

3,250

0

8,400

8,700

9,000

9,300

9,600

10,100

10,600

3,500

0

8,400

8,700

9,000

9,300

9,600

10,100

10,600

3,750

8,100

8,400

8,700

9,100

9,300

9,600

10,100

10,600

4,000

8,200

8,400

8,800

9,100

9,400

9,600

10,200

10,600

4,250

8,300

8,500

8,800

9,100

9,400

9,700

10,200

10,700

4,500

8,400

8,700

8,900

9,200

9,500

9,700

10,200

10,700

4,750

8,500

8,800

9,000

9,300

9,500

9,800

10,300

10,800

5,000

8,600

8,900

9,200

9,400

9,600

9,800

10,300

10,800

5,250

8,800

9,000

9,300

9,500

9,700

9,900

10,400

10,900

5,500

8,900

9,200

9,400

9,600

9,900

10,100

10,500

10,900

5,750

9,000

9,300

9,500

9,800

10,000

10,200

10,600

11,000

6,000

9,200

9,400

9,700

9,900

10,100

10,300

10,700

11,100

6,250

9,300

9,600

9,800

10,000

10,200

10,400

10,800

11,200

6,500

9,500

9,700

9,900

10,200

10,400

10,600

11,000

11,300

6,750

9,700

9,900

10,100

10,300

10,500

10,700

11,100

11,500

7,000

9,800

10,000

10,200

10,500

10,700

10,900

11,200

11,600

7,250

10,000

10,200

10,400

10,600

10,800

11,000

11,400

11,700

7,500

10,200

10,400

10,600

10,800

11,000

11,100

11,500

11,900

7,750

10,300

10,500

10,700

10,900

11,100

11,300

11,700

12,000

8,000

10,500

10,700

10,900

11,100

11,300

11,400

11,800

12,100

8,250

10,700

10,900

11,100

11,300

11,400

11,600

11,900

12,300

8,500

10,900

11,100

11,200

11,400

11,600

11,800

12,100

12,400

FM 3-09.60

50

60

80

100

12 August 2008

M26, M26A1/A2, and M28A1/A2 Rocket Crest Clearance Tables

Table G-13. M28A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 800 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

10

20

30

40

ALT: 800 m ASL

50

60

80

100

8,750

11,100

11,200

11,400

11,600

11,800

11,900

12,300

12,600

9,000

11,200

11,400

11,600

11,800

11,900

12,100

12,400

12,800

9,250

11,400

11,600

11,800

11,900

12,100

12,300

12,600

12,900

9,500

11,600

11,800

11,900

12,100

12,300

12,500

12,800

13,100

9,750

11,800

12,000

12,100

12,300

12,500

12,600

13,000

13,300

10,000

12,000

12,200

12,300

12,500

12,700

12,800

13,100

13,400

10,250

12,200

12,400

12,500

12,700

12,900

13,000

13,300

13,600

10,500

12,400

12,600

12,700

12,900

13,000

13,200

13,500

13,800

10,750

12,600

12,800

12,900

13,100

13,200

13,400

13,700

14,000

11,000

12,800

13,000

13,100

13,300

13,400

13,600

13,900

14,100

11,250

13,000

13,200

13,300

13,500

13,600

13,800

14,100

14,300

11,500

13,300

13,400

13,600

13,700

13,800

14,000

14,200

14,500

11,750

13,500

13,600

13,800

13,900

14,000

14,200

14,400

14,700

12,000

13,700

13,800

14,000

14,100

14,200

14,400

14,600

12,250

13,900

14,100

14,200

14,300

14,500

14,600

14,800

12,500

14,100

14,300

14,400

14,500

14,700

14,800

12,750

14,400

14,500

14,600

14,700

13,000

14,600

14,700

14,800

Note: Blank fields indicate that maximum range fails to clear crest.

12 August 2008

FM 3-09.60

G-61

Appendix G

Table G-13. M28A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 800 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

120

G-62

ALT: 800 ASL

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

140

160

180

200

220

240

260

1,000

12,000

12,300

12,600

13,000

13,300

13,500

13800

14,100

1,250

11,600

12,000

12,300

12,700

13,000

13,300

13,600

13,900

1,500

11,400

11,800

12,100

12,500

12,800

13,100

13,400

13,700

1,750

11,300

11,700

12,000

12,400

12,700

13,000

13,300

13,600

2,000

11,200

11,600

11,900

12,300

12,600

13,000

13,300

13,600

2,250

11,100

11,500

11,900

12,200

12,600

12,900

13,200

13,500

2,500

11,100

11,500

11,800

12,200

12,500

12,900

13,200

13,500

2,750

11,000

11,400

11,800

12,200

12,500

12,900

13,200

13,500

3,000

11,000

11,400

11,800

12,200

12,500

12,900

13,200

13,500

3,250

11,000

11,400

11,800

12,200

12,500

12,900

13,200

13,500

3,500

11,000

11,400

11,800

12,200

12,500

12,900

13,200

13,500

3,750

11,000

11,500

11,800

12,200

12,600

12,900

13,200

13,500

4,000

11,100

11,500

11,900

12,200

12,600

12,900

13,200

13,500

4,250

11,100

11,500

11,900

12,300

12,600

12,900

13,300

13,600

4,500

11,100

11,600

11,900

12,300

12,600

13,000

13,300

13,600

4,750

11,200

11,600

12,000

12,300

12,700

13,000

13,300

13,600

5,000

11,200

11,700

12,000

12,400

12,700

13,100

13,400

13,700

5,250

11,300

11,700

12,100

12,400

12,800

13,100

13,400

13,700

5,500

11,400

11,800

12,100

12,500

12,800

13,200

13,500

13,800

5,750

11,400

11,800

12,200

12,600

12,900

13,200

13,500

13,800

6,000

11,500

11,900

12,300

12,600

13,000

13,300

13,600

13,900

6,250

11,600

12,000

12,400

12,700

13,000

13,400

13,700

14,000

6,500

11,700

12,100

12,400

12,800

13,100

13,400

13,700

14,000

6,750

11,800

12,200

12,500

12,900

13,200

13,500

13,800

14,100

7,000

11,900

12,300

12,600

12900

13,300

13,600

13,900

14,200

7,250

12,100

12,400

12,700

13,000

13,400

13,700

14,000

14,200

7,500

12,200

12,500

12,900

13,200

13,500

13,800

14,000

14,300

7,750

12,300

12,700

13,000

13,300

13,600

13,800

14,100

14,400

8,000

12,500

12,800

13,100

13,400

13,700

14,000

14,200

14,500

8,250

12,600

12,900

13,200

13,500

13,800

14,100

14,400

14,600

8,500

12,800

13,100

13,400

13,700

13,900

14,200

14,500

14,700

FM 3-09.60

12 August 2008

M26, M26A1/A2, and M28A1/A2 Rocket Crest Clearance Tables

Table G-13. M28A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 800 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

ALT: 800 ASL

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

120

140

160

180

200

220

240

260 14,800

8,750

12,900

13,200

13,500

13,800

14,100

14,300

14,600

9,000

13,100

13,400

13,700

13,900

14,200

14,500

14,700

9,250

13,200

13,500

13,800

14,100

14,300

14,600

14,800

9,500

13,400

13,700

14,000

14,200

14,500

14,700

9,750

13,500

13,800

14,100

14,400

14,600

10,000

13,700

14,000

14,300

14,500

14,800

10,250

13,900

14,200

14,400

14,700

10,500

14,100

14,300

14,600

14,800

10,750

14,200

14,500

14,700

11,000

14,400

14,700

11,250

14,600

14,800

11,500

14,800

11,750 12,000 12,250 12,500 12,750 13,000 Note: Blank fields indicate that maximum range fails to clear crest.

12 August 2008

FM 3-09.60

G-63

Appendix G

Table G-14. M28A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 1,200 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

10

G-64

20

30

40

ALT: 1,200 m ASL

50

60

80

100

1,000

9,800

10,100

10,300

10,600

10,800

11,000

11,400

11,800

1,250

9,300

9,600

9,900

10,100

10,400

10,600

11,100

11,500

1,500

8,900

9,200

9,500

9,800

10,100

10,300

10,800

11,200

1,750

8,700

9,000

9,300

9,600

9,900

10,100

10,600

11,100

2,000

8,500

8,800

9,200

9,500

9,700

10,000

10,500

11,000

2,250

8,400

8,700

9,000

9,300

9,600

9,900

10,400

10,900

2,500

8,300

8,600

9,000

9,300

9,600

9,800

10,400

10,800

2,750

0

8,600

8,900

9,200

9,500

9,800

10,300

10,800

3,000

0

8,500

8,900

9,200

9,500

9,800

10,300

10,800

3,250

0

8,500

8,900

9,200

9,500

9,800

10,300

10,800

3,500

0

8,500

8,900

9,200

9,500

9,800

10,300

10,800

3,750

0

8,600

8,900

9,200

9,500

9,800

10,300

10,800

4,000

8,300

8,600

8,900

9,200

9,500

9,800

10,400

10,800

4,250

8,400

8,700

9,000

9,300

9,600

9,900

10,400

10,900

4,500

8,500

8,800

9,100

9,300

9,600

9,900

10,400

10,900

4,750

8,600

8,900

9,200

9,400

9,700

10,000

10,500

11,000

5,000

8,800

9,000

9,300

9,500

9,800

10,000

10,500

11,000

5,250

8,900

9,100

9,400

9,700

9,900

10,100

10,600

11,100

5,500

9,000

9,300

9,500

9,800

10,000

10,200

10,700

11,100

5,750

9,200

9,400

9,600

9,900

10,100

10,300

10,800

11,200

6,000

9,300

9,500

9,800

10,000

10,200

10,500

10,900

11,300

6,250

9,400

9,700

9,900

10,100

10,400

10,600

11,000

11,400

6,500

9,600

9,800

10,100

10,300

10,500

10,700

11,100

11,500

6,750

9,800

10,000

10,200

10,400

10,600

10,900

11,300

11,600

7,000

9,900

10,100

10,400

10,600

10,800

11,000

11,400

11,800

7,250

10,100

10,300

10,500

10,700

10,900

11,100

11,500

11,900

7,500

10,300

10,500

10,700

10,900

11,100

11,300

11,700

12,000

7,750

10,400

10,600

10,800

11,000

11,200

11,400

11,800

12,200

8,000

10,600

10,800

11,000

11,200

11,400

11,600

11,900

12,300

8,250

10,800

11,000

11,200

11,400

11,500

11,700

12,100

12,500

8,500

11,000

11,200

11,300

11,500

11,700

11,900

12,300

12,600

FM 3-09.60

12 August 2008

M26, M26A1/A2, and M28A1/A2 Rocket Crest Clearance Tables

Table G-14. M28A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 1,200 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

10

20

30

40

ALT: 1,200 m ASL

50

60

80

100

8,750

11,100

11,300

11,500

11,700

11,900

12,100

12,400

12,800

9,000

11,300

11,500

11,700

11,900

12,000

12,200

12,600

12,900

9,250

11,500

11,700

11,900

12,000

12,200

12,400

12,700

13,100

9,500

11,700

11,900

12,000

12,200

12,400

12,600

12,900

13,200

9,750

11,900

12,100

12,200

12,400

12,600

12,800

13,100

13,400

10,000

12,100

12,300

12,400

12,600

12,800

12,900

13,300

13,600

10,250

12,300

12,500

12,600

12,800

13,000

13,100

13,400

13,800

10,500

12,500

12,700

12,800

13,000

13,200

13,300

13,600

13,900

10,750

12,700

12,900

13,000

13,200

13,400

13,500

13,800

14,100

11,000

12,900

13,100

13,200

13,400

13,500

13,700

14,000

14,300

11,250

13,100

13,300

13,400

13,600

13,700

13,900

14,200

14,500

11,500

13,300

13,500

13,600

13,800

13,900

14,100

14,400

14,700

11,750

13,600

13,700

13,900

14,000

14,100

14,300

14,600

14,800

12,000

13,800

13,900

14,100

14,200

14,300

14,500

14,800

12,250

14,000

14,100

14,300

14,400

14,600

14,700

12,500

14,200

14,300

14,500

14,600

14,800

12,750

14,400

14,600

14,700

14,800

13,000

14,700

14,800

Note: Blank fields indicate that maximum range fails to clear crest.

12 August 2008

FM 3-09.60

G-65

Appendix G

Table G-14. M28A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 1,200 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

120

G-66

ALT: 1,200 ASL

140

160

180

200

220

240

260

1,000

12,200

12,600

12,900

13,300

13,600

13,900

14,200

14,400

1,250

11,900

12,300

12,600

13,000

13,300

13,600

13,900

14,200

1,500

11,700

12,000

12,400

12,800

13,100

13,400

13,700

14,000

1,750

11,500

11,900

12,300

12,600

13,000

13,300

13,600

13,900

2,000

11,400

11,800

12,200

12,600

12,900

13,200

13,600

13,900

2,250

11,300

11,700

12,100

12,500

12,900

13,200

13,500

13,800

2,500

11,300

11,700

12,100

12,500

12,800

13,200

13,500

13,800

2,750

11,300

11,700

12,100

12,400

12,800

13,100

13,500

13,800

3,000

11,200

11,700

12,000

12,400

12,800

13,100

13,500

13,800

3,250

11,200

11,700

12,100

12,400

12,800

13,100

13,500

13,800

3,500

11,200

11,700

12,100

12,400

12,800

13,200

13,500

13,800

3,750

11,300

11,700

12,100

12,500

12,800

13,200

13,500

13,800

4,000

11,300

11,700

12,100

12,500

12,900

13,200

13,500

13,800

4,250

11,300

11,700

12,100

12,500

12,900

13,200

13,600

13,900

4,500

11,400

11,800

12,200

12,600

12,900

13,300

13,600

13,900

4,750

11,400

11,800

12,200

12,600

13,000

13,300

13,600

13,900

5,000

11,500

11,900

12,300

12,600

13,000

13,300

13,700

14,000

5,250

11,500

11,900

12,300

12,700

13,100

13,400

13,700

14,000

5,500

11,600

12,000

12,400

12,800

13,100

13,500

13,800

14,100

5,750

11,700

12,100

12,400

12,800

13,200

13,500

13,800

14,100

6,000

11,700

12,100

12,500

12,900

13,200

13,600

13,900

14,200

6,250

11,800

12,200

12,600

13,000

13,300

13,600

14,000

14,300

6,500

11,900

12,300

12,700

13,000

13,400

13,700

14,000

14,300

6,750

12,000

12,400

12,800

13,100

13,500

13,800

14,100

14,400

7,000

12,100

12,500

12,800

13,200

13,500

13,900

14,200

14,500

7,250

12,300

12,600

12,900

13,300

13,600

13,900

14,300

14,500

7,500

12,400

12,700

13,100

13,400

13,700

14,000

14,300

14,600

7,750

12,500

12,900

13,200

13,500

13,800

14,100

14,400

14,700

8,000

12,700

13,000

13,300

13,600

13,900

14,200

14,500

14,800

8,250

12,800

13,100

13,500

13,800

14,100

14,300

14,600

8,500

12,900

13,300

13,600

13,900

14,200

14,500

14,700

FM 3-09.60

12 August 2008

M26, M26A1/A2, and M28A1/A2 Rocket Crest Clearance Tables

Table G-14. M28A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 1,200 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

ALT: 1,200 ASL

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

120

140

160

180

200

220

8,750

13,100

13,400

13,700

14,000

14,300

14,600

9,000

13,200

13,600

13,900

14,200

14,400

14,700

9,250

13,400

13,700

14,000

14,300

14,600

9,500

13,600

13,900

14,200

14,400

14,700

9,750

13,700

14,000

14,300

14,600

10,000

13,900

14,200

14,500

14,700

10,250

14,100

14,300

14,600

10,500

14,200

14,500

14,800

10,750

14,400

14,700

11,000

14,600

14,800

11,250

14,700

240

260

11,500 11,750 12,000 12,250 12,500 12,750 13,000 Note: Blank fields indicate that maximum range fails to clear crest.

12 August 2008

FM 3-09.60

G-67

Appendix G

Table G-15. M28A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 3,048 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

10

G-68

20

30

40

ALT: 3,048 m ASL

50

60

80

100

1,000

10,800

11,100

11,400

11,700

11,900

12,200

12,700

13,100

1,250

10,200

10,600

10,900

11,200

11,400

11,700

12,200

12,700

1,500

9,800

10,200

10,500

10,800

11,100

11,400

11,900

12,400

1,750

9,500

9,900

10,200

10,600

10,900

11,200

11,700

12,200

2,000

9,300

9,700

10,100

10,400

10,700

11,000

11,600

12,100

2,250

9,200

9,500

9,900

10,300

10,600

10,900

11,500

12,000

2,500

9,100

9,500

9,800

10,200

10,500

10,800

11,400

11,900

2,750

0

9,400

9,800

10,100

10,400

10,800

11,300

11,900

3,000

0

9,300

9,700

10,100

10,400

10,700

11,300

11,900

3,250

0

9,300

9,700

10,100

10,400

10,700

11,300

11,900

3,500

0

9,300

9,700

10,100

10,400

10,700

11,300

11,900

3,750

0

9,300

9,700

10,100

10,400

10,700

11,300

11,900

4,000

0

9,300

9,700

10,100

10,400

10,700

11,300

11,900

4,250

9,100

9,400

9,800

10,100

10,500

10,800

11,400

11,900

4,500

9,200

9,500

9,800

10,200

10,500

10,800

11,400

12,000

4,750

9,300

9,600

9,900

10,200

10,500

10,900

11,500

12,000

5,000

9,400

9,700

10,000

10,300

10,600

10,900

11,500

12,100

5,250

9,500

9,800

10,100

10,400

10,700

11,000

11,600

12,100

5,500

9,600

9,900

10,200

10,500

10,800

11,000

11,600

12,200

5,750

9,700

10,000

10,300

10,600

10,900

11,100

11,700

12,200

6,000

9,900

10,200

10,400

10,700

11,000

11,300

11,800

12,300

6,250

10,000

10,300

10,600

10,800

11,100

11,400

11,900

12,400

6,500

10,100

10,400

10,700

11,000

11,200

11,500

12,000

12,500

6,750

10,300

10,600

10,800

11,100

11,400

11,600

12,100

12,600

7,000

10,400

10,700

11,000

11,200

11,500

11,700

12,200

12,700

7,250

10,600

10,900

11,100

11,400

11,600

11,900

12,300

12,800

7,500

10,700

11,000

11,300

11,500

11,800

12,000

12,500

12,900

7,750

10,900

11,200

11,400

11,700

11,900

12,100

12,600

13,100

8,000

11,100

11,300

11,600

11,800

12,000

12,300

12,700

13,200

8,250

11,200

11,500

11,700

12,000

12,200

12,400

12,900

13,300

8,500

11,400

11,600

11,900

12,100

12,400

12,600

13,000

13,500

FM 3-09.60

12 August 2008

M26, M26A1/A2, and M28A1/A2 Rocket Crest Clearance Tables

Table G-15. M28A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 3,048 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

10

20

30

40

ALT: 3,048 m ASL

50

60

80

100

8,750

11,600

11,800

12,000

12,300

12,500

12,700

13,200

13,600

9,000

11,700

12,000

12,200

12,400

12,700

12,900

13,300

13,800

9,250

11,900

12,100

12,400

12,600

12,800

13,100

13,500

13,900

9,500

12,100

12,300

12,600

12,800

13,000

13,200

13,700

14,100

9,750

12,300

12,500

12,700

13,000

13,200

13,400

13,800

14,200

10,000

12,500

12,700

12,900

13,200

13,400

13,600

14,000

14,400

10,250

12,700

12,900

13,100

13,300

13,500

13,800

14,200

14,500

10,500

12,900

13,100

13,300

13,500

13,700

13,900

14,300

14,700

10,750

13,100

13,300

13,500

13,700

13,900

14,100

14,500

11,000

13,300

13,500

13,700

13,900

14,100

14,300

14,700

11,250

13,500

13,700

13,900

14,100

14,300

14,500

11,500

13,700

13,900

14,100

14,300

14,500

14,700

11,750

13,900

14,100

14,300

14,500

14,700

12,000

14,100

14,300

14,500

14,700

12,250

14,300

14,500

14,700

12,500

14,600

14,700

12,750

14,800

13,000 Note: Blank fields indicate that maximum range fails to clear crest.

12 August 2008

FM 3-09.60

G-69

Appendix G

Table G-15. M28A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 3048 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

G-70

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

ALT: 3048 ASL

120

140

160

180

1,000

13,600

14,000

14,400

14,800

1,250

13,200

13,600

14,000

14,400

14,800

1,500

12,900

13,400

13,800

14,200

14,600

1,750

12,700

13,200

13,600

14,100

14,500

14,800

2,000

12,600

13,100

13,500

13,900

14,400

14,700

2,250

12,500

13,000

13,400

13,900

14,300

14,700

2,500

12,400

12,900

13,400

13,800

14,200

14,600

2,750

12,400

12,900

13,400

13,800

14,200

14,600

3,000

12,400

12,900

13,300

13,800

14,200

14,600

3,250

12,400

12,900

13,300

13,800

14,200

14,600

3,500

12,400

12,900

13,300

13,800

14,200

14,600

3,750

12,400

12,900

13,300

13,800

14,200

14,600

4,000

12,400

12,900

13,400

13,800

14,200

14,600

4,250

12,400

12,900

13,400

13,800

14,300

14,700

4,500

12,500

13,000

13,400

13,900

14,300

14,700

4,750

12,500

13,000

13,500

13,900

14,300

14,700

5,000

12,600

13,100

13,500

14,000

14,400

14,800

5,250

12,600

13,100

13,600

14,000

14,400

14,800

5,500

12,700

13,200

13,600

14,100

14,500

5,750

12,700

13,200

13,700

14,100

14,500

6,000

12,800

13,300

13,700

14,200

14,600

6,250

12,900

13,400

13,800

14,200

14,700

6,500

13,000

13,400

13,900

14,300

14,700

6,750

13,000

13,500

14,000

14,400

14,800

7,000

13,100

13,600

14,000

14,500

7,250

13,200

13,700

14,100

14,500

7,500

13,400

13,800

14,200

14,600

7,750

13,500

13,900

14,300

14,700

8,000

13,600

14,000

14,400

14,800

8,250

13,700

14,200

14,500

8,500

13,900

14,300

14,700

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240

260

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Table G-15. M28A1/A2 Minimum Planning Range to Clear a Crest (ALT: 3048 m ASL) Range to Crest (m)

ALT: 3048 ASL

Angle of Site to Crest (mil)

120

140

160

8,750

14,000

14,400

14,800

9,000

14,200

14,600

9,250

14,300

14,700

9,500

14,500

14,800

9,750

14,600

10,000

14,800

180

200

220

240

260

10,250 10,500 10,750 11,000 11,250 11,500 11,750 12,000 12,250 12,500 12,750 13,000 Note: Blank fields indicate that maximum range fails to clear crest.

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Appendix H

Firing Safety Firing safety is always a prime consideration of soldiers and trainers at all levels, especially when training exercises use live ammunition. Units must be able to conduct realistic training using live or training ammunition while meeting all safety requirements. Firing safety procedures are based on the principles of artillery safety in AR 385-63 and all of the MLRS-specific guidance from TRADOC (see these publications for details). See FM 3-09.8 (Section V MLRS Safety Procedures Para 285 Pg 2-51) for guidelines to compute MLRS firing safety.

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Appendix I

Rocket Ballistic Algorithm Solutions I-1. Conditions: BAV609, sea level standard (no wind). For illustration purposes only. Table I-1. M26 (Low Quadrant Elevation) Rocket Trajectory Data Aim Range to Dud Target (m) Fuze (m)

Warhead Event QE (mil)

Fuze Setting (sec)

HOB (m)

Range (m)

Apogee Payload Time to Impact (sec)

Apogee Altitude Range (m) Time (sec) (m)

10,000

13,772

161.8

14.33

570

9,487

33.3

613

7,614

11.39

10,100

13,772

161.8

14.52

564

9,589

33.3

613

7,614

11.39

10,200

13,772

161.8

14.71

559

9,691

33.3

613

7,614

11.39

10,300

13,772

161.8

14.89

552

9,791

33.3

613

7,614

11.39

10,400

13,772

161.8

15.07

546

9,890

33.2

613

7,614

11.39

10,500

13,772

161.8

15.26

540

9,990

33.2

613

7,614

11.39

10,600

13,772

161.8

15.45

533

10,092

33.2

613

7,614

11.39

10,700

13,772

161.8

15.65

525

10,198

33.1

613

7,614

11.39

10,800

13,772

161.8

15.84

517

10,300

33.1

613

7,614

11.39

10,900

13,772

161.8

16.04

509

10,401

33.0

613

7,614

11.39

11,000

13,772

161.8

16.23

500

10,503

32.9

613

7,614

11.39

11,100

13,772

161.8

16.43

491

10,605

32.9

613

7,614

11.39

11,200

13,772

161.8

16.62

482

10,707

32.8

613

7,614

11.39

11,300

13,772

161.8

16.81

473

10,803

32.7

613

7,614

11.39

11,400

13,772

161.8

17.01

463

10,906

32.6

613

7,614

11.39

11,500

13,772

161.8

17.21

452

11,008

32.4

613

7,614

11.39

11,600

13,809

162.4

17.42

449

11,109

32.5

618

7,613

11.39

11,700

13,877

163.6

17.62

450

11,211

32.7

627

7,916

11.89

11,800

13,944

164.7

17.82

451

11,311

32.9

636

7,915

11.89

11,900

14,012

165.9

18.03

453

11,412

33.1

645

7,914

11.89

12,000

14,081

167.1

18.23

455

11,513

33.3

654

7,913

11.89

12,100

14,151

168.3

18.44

456

11,614

33.6

664

7,913

11.89

12,200

14,221

169.5

18.65

458

11,715

33.8

673

7,912

11.89

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Table I-1. M26 (Low Quadrant Elevation) Rocket Trajectory Data Aim Range to Dud Target (m) Fuze (m)

I-2

Warhead Event QE (mil)

Fuze Setting (sec)

HOB (m)

Apogee

Payload Time to Range (m) Impact (sec)

Apogee Altitude Range (m) Time (sec) (m)

12,300

14,290

170.7

18.86

459

11,815

34.0

683

7,911

11.89

12,400

14,363

172.0

19.07

461

11,916

34.2

693

8,218

12.41

12,500

14,433

173.2

19.28

462

12,017

34.4

703

8,217

12.41

12,600

14,504

174.5

19.49

464

12,118

34.6

713

8,206

12.39

12,700

14,578

175.8

19.71

465

12,219

34.9

724

8,205

12.39

12,800

14,649

177.1

19.92

467

12,320

35.1

735

8,204

12.39

12,900

14,723

178.4

20.14

469

12,421

35.3

746

8,203

12.39

13,000

14,797

179.7

20.36

470

12,521

35.5

756

8,496

12.89

13,100

14,870

181.1

20.58

472

12,623

35.8

768

8,494

12.89

13,200

14,944

182.5

20.80

473

12,724

36.0

779

8,493

12.89

13,300

15,019

183.9

21.02

475

12,824

36.2

791

8,492

12.89

13,400

15,094

185.3

21.24

476

12,926

36.4

803

8,491

12.89

13,500

15,173

186.7

21.46

479

13,026

36.7

815

8,489

12.89

13,600

15,251

188.2

21.69

481

13,127

36.9

828

8,777

13.39

13,700

15,328

189.7

21.92

483

13,228

37.2

841

8,776

13.39

13,800

15,408

191.2

22.15

485

13,329

37.4

854

8,775

13.39

13,900

15,486

192.7

22.38

487

13,430

37.7

867

8,782

13.41

14,000

15,566

194.2

22.61

489

13,531

37.9

880

8,781

13.41

14,100

15,645

195.8

22.84

491

13,632

38.2

894

8,779

13.41

14,200

15,724

197.4

23.07

493

13,733

38.4

908

9,062

13.91

14,300

15,804

198.9

23.31

495

13,833

38.7

922

9,061

13.91

14,400

15,885

200.5

23.54

497

13,935

38.9

936

9,059

13.91

14,500

15,965

202.1

23.78

499

14,036

39.2

951

9,057

13.91

14,600

16,046

203.8

24.02

501

14,137

39.4

965

9,056

13.91

14,700

16,127

205.4

24.26

503

14,238

39.7

980

9,334

14.41

14,800

16,208

207.0

24.50

505

14,339

39.9

996

9,333

14.41

14,900

16,290

208.7

24.74

508

14,440

40.2

1,011

9,331

14.41

15,000

16,372

210.4

24.99

510

14,541

40.5

1,027

9,329

14.41

15,100

16,453

212.1

25.23

512

14,642

40.7

1,043

9,327

14.41

15,200

16,537

213.8

25.48

514

14,743

41.0

1,059

9,601

14.91

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Table I-1. M26 (Low Quadrant Elevation) Rocket Trajectory Data Aim Range to Dud Target (m) Fuze (m)

Warhead Event QE (mil)

Fuze Setting (sec)

HOB (m)

Apogee

Payload Time to Range (m) Impact (sec)

Apogee Altitude Range (m) Time (sec) (m)

15,300

16,619

215.6

25.73

516

14,844

41.2

1,075

9,599

14.91

15,400

16,703

217.3

25.98

518

14,945

41.5

1,092

9,597

14.91

15,500

16,785

219.1

26.23

520

15,047

41.8

1,109

9,595

14.91

15,600

16,868

220.9

26.48

522

15,148

42.0

1,126

9,593

14.91

15,700

16,952

222.7

26.74

524

15,249

42.3

1,143

9,863

15.41

15,800

17,035

224.5

26.99

526

15,350

42.6

1,161

9,861

15.41

15,900

17,119

226.3

27.25

528

15,451

42.8

1,179

9,859

15.41

16,000

17,204

228.2

27.51

530

15,552

43.1

1,197

9,857

15.41

16,100

17,288

230.0

27.77

532

15,653

43.4

1,215

9,854

15.41

16,200

17,373

231.9

28.03

535

15,754

43.7

1,234

10,120

15.91

16,300

17,458

233.8

28.29

537

15,855

43.9

1,253

10,118

15.91

16,400

17,543

235.7

28.56

539

15,957

44.2

1,273

10,115

15.91

16,500

17,628

237.6

28.82

541

16,057

44.5

1,292

10,113

15.91

16,600

17,714

239.6

29.09

543

16,159

44.8

1,312

10,110

15.91

16,700

17,800

241.6

29.36

545

16,260

45.0

1,332

10,372

16.41

16,800

17,885

243.6

29.63

547

16,362

45.3

1,352

10,370

16.41

16,900

17,972

245.5

29.90

549

16,462

45.6

1,373

10,367

16.41

17,000

18,058

247.6

30.17

551

16,564

45.9

1,394

10,364

16.41

17,100

18,144

249.6

30.44

553

16,665

46.2

1,415

10,361

16.41

17,200

18,231

251.7

30.72

555

16,766

46.5

1,437

10,619

16.91

17,300

18,319

253.7

31.00

557

16,867

46.7

1,459

10,616

16.91

17,400

18,405

255.8

31.28

559

16,969

47.0

1,481

10,613

16.91

17,500

18,493

257.9

31.55

562

17,070

47.3

1,504

10,610

16.91

17,600

18,579

260.0

31.84

563

17,171

47.6

1,526

10,865

17.41

17,700

18,668

262.2

32.12

566

17,273

47.9

1,550

10,861

17.41

17,800

18,755

264.3

32.40

567

17,374

48.2

1,573

10,858

17.41

17,900

18,844

266.5

32.69

570

17,476

48.5

1,597

10,854

17.41

18,000

18,932

268.7

32.97

572

17,576

48.8

1,621

11,105

17.91

18,100

19,020

270.9

33.26

574

17,678

49.1

1,645

11,102

17.91

18,200

19,109

273.1

33.55

576

17,780

49.4

1,670

11,098

17.91

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Table I-1. M26 (Low Quadrant Elevation) Rocket Trajectory Data Aim Range to Dud Target (m) Fuze (m)

I-4

Warhead Event QE (mil)

Fuze Setting (sec)

HOB (m)

Apogee

Payload Time to Range (m) Impact (sec)

Apogee Altitude Range (m) Time (sec) (m)

18,300

19,197

275.4

33.85

577

17,881

49.7

1,695

11,094

17.91

18,400

19,287

277.7

34.14

580

17,982

50.0

1,720

11,342

18.41

18,500

19,375

279.9

34.43

582

18,083

50.3

1,746

11,338

18.41

18,600

19,465

282.2

34.73

584

18,185

50.6

1,773

11,334

18.41

18,700

19,554

284.5

35.03

586

18,286

50.9

1,799

11,337

18.42

18,800

19,644

286.9

35.32

588

18,387

51.2

1,825

11,325

18.41

18,900

19,733

289.2

35.63

590

18,489

51.5

1,853

11,569

18.91

19,000

19,823

291.6

35.93

592

18,590

51.8

1,881

11,565

18.91

19,100

19,913

294.0

36.23

594

18,692

52.1

1,909

11,560

18.91

19,200

20,003

296.4

36.54

596

18,793

52.4

1,937

11,587

18.97

19,300

20,094

298.8

36.84

598

18,894

52.7

1,965

11,827

19.47

19,400

20,184

301.3

37.15

600

18,996

53.0

1,995

11,822

19.47

19,500

20,274

303.8

37.46

602

19,097

53.4

2,024

11,817

19.47

19,600

20,365

306.2

37.77

604

19,199

53.7

2,054

11,812

19.47

19,700

20,456

308.7

38.08

606

19,300

54.0

2,084

12,049

19.97

19,800

20,548

311.3

38.40

608

19,402

54.3

2,114

12,021

19.92

19,900

20,639

313.8

38.71

611

19,503

54.6

2,145

12,016

19.92

20,000

20,730

316.4

39.03

613

19,604

55.0

2,177

12,250

20.42

20,100

20,821

318.9

39.35

614

19,706

55.3

2,208

12,245

20.42

20,200

20,913

321.6

39.66

617

19,807

55.6

2,241

12,239

20.42

20,300

21,005

324.2

39.99

619

19,909

55.9

2,273

12,233

20.42

20,400

21,096

326.8

40.31

621

20,010

56.3

2,306

12,464

20.92

20,500

21,188

329.5

40.63

623

20,112

56.6

2,340

12,458

20.92

20,600

21,281

332.1

40.96

625

20,213

56.9

2,373

12,452

20.92

20,700

21,372

334.8

41.28

627

20,314

57.3

2,407

12,445

20.92

20,800

21,465

337.5

41.61

629

20,416

57.6

2,442

12,703

21.48

20,900

21,558

340.3

41.94

631

20,518

57.9

2,477

12,696

21.48

21,000

21,650

343.0

42.27

633

20,619

58.3

2,512

12,689

21.48

21,100

21,743

345.8

42.61

635

20,721

58.6

2,548

12,682

21.48

21,200

21,836

348.6

42.94

637

20,822

58.9

2,585

12,907

21.98

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Table I-1. M26 (Low Quadrant Elevation) Rocket Trajectory Data Aim Range to Dud Target (m) Fuze (m)

Warhead Event QE (mil)

Fuze Setting (sec)

HOB (m)

Apogee

Payload Time to Range (m) Impact (sec)

Apogee Altitude Range (m) Time (sec) (m)

21,300

21,929

351.4

43.28

639

20,924

59.3

2,622

12,900

21.98

21,400

22,022

354.2

43.61

641

21,025

59.6

2,659

12,892

21.98

21,500

22,115

357.1

43.95

643

21,126

60.0

2,696

12,885

21.98

21,600

22,209

359.9

44.29

645

21,228

60.3

2,734

13,107

22.48

21,700

22,302

362.8

44.63

647

21,330

60.7

2,773

13,099

22.48

21,800

22,395

365.7

44.97

650

21,431

61.0

2,812

13,091

22.48

21,900

22,489

368.6

45.32

652

21,532

61.4

2,851

13,310

22.98

22,000

22,583

371.6

45.66

654

21,634

61.7

2,891

13,301

22.98

22,100

22,677

374.5

46.01

656

21,736

62.1

2,932

13,293

22.98

22,200

22,771

377.5

46.36

658

21,837

62.4

2,972

13,284

22.98

22,300

22,864

380.5

46.71

660

21,939

62.8

3,014

13,500

23.48

22,400

22,958

383.5

47.06

662

22,040

63.1

3,056

13,491

23.48

22,500

23,054

386.6

47.41

664

22,142

63.5

3,098

13,481

23.48

22,600

23,147

389.7

47.77

666

22,243

63.9

3,141

13,695

23.98

22,700

23,242

392.7

48.13

668

22,345

64.2

3,184

13,685

23.98

22,800

23,336

395.8

48.48

670

22,446

64.6

3,228

13,675

23.98

22,900

23,431

399.0

48.84

672

22,548

65.0

3,272

13,886

24.48

23,000

23,526

402.1

49.20

674

22,650

65.3

3,317

13,883

24.50

23,100

23,620

405.3

49.56

676

22,751

65.7

3,362

13,872

24.50

23,200

23,715

408.4

49.93

679

22,852

66.1

3,408

13,861

24.50

23,300

23,810

411.6

50.29

680

22,954

66.5

3,454

14,069

25.00

23,400

23,905

414.9

50.66

682

23,056

66.8

3,501

14,058

25.00

23,500

24,000

418.1

51.03

685

23,157

67.2

3,548

14,046

25.00

23,600

24,095

421.4

51.40

687

23,259

67.6

3,596

14,251

25.50

23,700

24,190

424.7

51.78

689

23,360

68.0

3,645

14,239

25.50

23,800

24,285

428.0

52.15

691

23,461

68.4

3,694

14,227

25.50

23,900

24,382

431.4

52.53

693

23,563

68.8

3,744

14,429

26.00

24,000

24,477

434.7

52.90

695

23,665

69.1

3,794

14,416

26.00

24,100

24,572

438.1

53.28

697

23,766

69.5

3,844

14,403

26.00

24,200

24,668

441.5

53.66

699

23,868

69.9

3,896

14,603

26.50

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Warhead Event QE (mil)

Fuze Setting (sec)

HOB (m)

Apogee

Payload Time to Range (m) Impact (sec)

Apogee Altitude Range (m) Time (sec) (m)

24,300

24,764

444.9

54.05

702

23,969

70.3

3,948

14,590

26.50

24,400

24,859

448.4

54.43

703

24,071

70.7

4,000

14,576

26.50

24,500

24,954

451.8

54.82

705

24,172

71.1

4,053

14,773

27.00

24,600

25,050

455.3

55.21

707

24,274

71.5

4,107

14,758

27.00

24,700

25,146

458.8

55.60

709

24,376

71.9

4,161

14,743

27.00

24,800

25,242

462.4

55.99

712

24,477

72.3

4,216

14,944

27.52

24,900

25,338

466.0

56.38

714

24,579

72.7

4,272

14,923

27.50

25,000

25,434

469.5

56.78

716

24,681

73.1

4,328

14,907

27.50

25,100

25,531

473.2

57.18

718

24,782

73.5

4,385

15,099

28.00

25,200

25,627

476.8

57.58

720

24,884

74.0

4,443

15,082

28.00

25,300

25,723

480.5

57.98

722

24,985

74.4

4,501

15,065

28.00

25,400

25,819

484.2

58.39

724

25,087

74.8

4,559

15,254

28.50

25,500

25,915

487.9

58.79

726

25,188

75.2

4,619

15,236

28.50

25,600

26,012

491.6

59.20

728

25,290

75.6

4,679

15,218

28.50

25,700

26,109

495.4

59.61

730

25,391

76.1

4,740

15,411

29.02

25,800

26,205

499.1

60.02

732

25,493

76.5

4,801

15,393

29.02

25,900

26,302

503.0

60.44

734

25,595

76.9

4,864

15,373

29.02

26,000

26,399

506.8

60.86

737

25,696

77.4

4,927

15,557

29.52

26,100

26,496

510.7

61.28

739

25,797

77.8

4,991

15,537

29.52

26,200

26,592

514.6

61.70

741

25,899

78.2

5,055

15,718

30.02

26,300

26,688

518.5

62.12

743

26,001

78.7

5,120

15,697

30.02

26,400

26,785

522.5

62.55

745

26,102

79.1

5,186

15,675

30.02

26,500

26,882

526.4

62.98

747

26,203

79.6

5,253

15,854

30.52

26,600

26,979

530.5

63.41

749

26,305

80.0

5,320

15,831

30.52

26,700

27,076

534.5

63.84

752

26,407

80.5

5,389

15,808

30.52

26,800

27,175

538.6

64.28

755

26,509

80.9

5,459

16,008

31.08

26,900

27,274

542.8

64.72

759

26,611

81.4

5,530

15,984

31.08

27,000

27,371

547.0

65.16

762

26,712

81.9

5,601

15,959

31.08

27,100

27,469

551.2

65.61

765

26,813

82.4

5,674

16,131

31.58

27,200

27,566

555.5

66.06

768

26,914

82.9

5,748

16,105

31.58

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Table I-1. M26 (Low Quadrant Elevation) Rocket Trajectory Data Aim Range to Dud Target (m) Fuze (m)

Warhead Event QE (mil)

Fuze Setting (sec)

HOB (m)

Apogee

Payload Time to Range (m) Impact (sec)

Apogee Altitude Range (m) Time (sec) (m)

27,300

27,665

559.8

66.51

772

27,016

83.4

5,823

16,274

32.08

27,400

27,763

564.2

66.97

775

27,117

83.9

5,899

16,246

32.08

27,500

27,861

568.5

67.43

779

27,219

84.4

5,976

16,218

32.08

27,600

27,959

573.0

67.89

782

27,321

85.0

6,054

16,389

32.59

27,700

28,057

577.5

68.36

785

27,422

85.5

6,133

16,360

32.59

27,800

28,155

582.0

68.83

789

27,524

86.0

6,213

16,522

33.09

27,900

28,253

586.5

69.31

792

27,625

86.5

6,295

16,491

33.09

28,000

28,352

591.1

69.79

795

27,727

87.1

6,377

16,651

33.59

28,100

28,450

595.8

70.27

799

27,829

87.6

6,461

16,618

33.59

28,200

28,548

600.5

70.76

802

27,930

88.1

6,545

16,584

33.59

28,300

28,646

605.2

71.25

805

28,032

88.7

6,631

16,740

34.09

28,400

28,744

610.0

71.75

809

28,133

89.2

6,719

16,704

34.09

28,500

28,842

614.9

72.25

813

28,235

89.8

6,808

16,857

34.59

28,600

28,941

619.8

72.76

816

28,336

90.3

6,899

16,819

34.59

28,700

29,039

624.8

73.28

819

28,438

90.9

6,990

16,968

35.09

28,800

29,137

629.8

73.79

823

28,540

91.5

7,084

16,928

35.09

28,900

29,235

635.0

74.32

827

28,641

92.1

7,179

17,074

35.59

29,000

29,333

640.1

74.85

829

28,743

92.7

7,275

17,032

35.59

29,100

29,431

645.3

75.38

833

28,844

93.2

7,373

17,173

36.09

29,200

29,531

650.7

75.93

836

28,947

93.8

7,474

17,128

36.09

29,300

29,630

656.1

76.48

840

29,049

94.5

7,576

17,266

36.59

29,400

29,727

661.6

77.04

843

29,150

95.1

7,681

17,223

36.61

29,500

29,825

667.2

77.62

846

29,252

95.7

7,788

17,172

36.61

29,600

29,923

672.9

78.19

850

29,353

96.3

7,897

17,304

37.11

29,700

30,021

678.7

78.78

854

29,455

97.0

8,009

17,432

37.61

29,800

30,119

684.7

79.38

858

29,556

97.6

8,124

17,375

37.61

29,900

30,217

690.7

79.99

861

29,658

98.3

8,241

17,498

38.11

30,000

30,315

696.8

80.60

864

29,760

98.9

8,361

17,437

38.11

30,100

30,414

703.2

81.23

867

29,863

99.6

8,485

17,553

38.61

30,200

30,513

709.7

81.88

871

29,965

100.3

8,612

17,487

38.61

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Warhead Event QE (mil)

Fuze Setting (sec)

HOB (m)

Apogee

Payload Time to Range (m) Impact (sec)

Apogee Altitude Range (m) Time (sec) (m)

30,300

30,611

716.3

82.53

875

30,066

101.0

8,743

17,596

39.11

30,400

30,708

723.1

83.21

877

30,168

101.7

8,877

17,701

39.61

30,500

30,805

730.1

83.90

881

30,269

102.5

9,017

17,625

39.61

30,600

30,905

737.4

84.61

884

30,372

103.3

9,163

17,742

40.17

30,700

31,003

744.9

85.35

888

30,475

104.0

9,313

17,656

40.17

30,800

31,100

752.7

86.11

890

30,577

104.8

9,470

17,724

40.63

30,900

31,198

760.9

86.90

894

30,680

105.7

9,636

17,800

41.13

31,000

31,296

769.5

87.74

899

30,782

106.6

9,811

17,889

41.69

31,100

31,393

778.6

88.61

902

30,884

107.5

9,996

17,776

41.69

31,200

31,490

788.3

89.54

906

30,986

108.5

10,196

17,822

42.19

31,300

31,588

798.8

90.55

909

31,090

109.5

10,412

17,853

42.69

31,400

31,685

810.3

91.63

913

31,193

110.6

10,649

17,866

43.19

31,500

31,781

823.1

92.84

917

31,296

111.9

10,914

17,853

43.69

31,600

31,877

837.9

94.22

920

31,400

113.3

11,222

17,968

44.69

31700

31,972

855.8

95.87

924

31,504

115.0

11,597

17,864

45.20

31800

32,072

883.8

98.42

930

31,618

117.6

12,186

17,894

46.70

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Appendix I

Table I-2. M26 (High Quadrant Elevation) Rocket Trajectory Data Aim Range to Dud Target (m) Fuze (m)

Warhead Event QE (mil)

Fuze Setting (sec)

HOB (m)

Apogee

Payload Time to Range (m) Impact (sec)

Apogee Altitude (m)

Range (m)

Time (sec)

10,000

16,361

209.91

14.36

1,023

9,459

45.71

1,024

9,319

14.38

10,100

16,361

209.91

14.54

1,023

9,560

45.84

1,024

9,319

14.38

10,200

16,408

210.90

14.72

1,032

9,659

46.21

1,033

9,318

14.38

10,300

16,408

210.90

14.91

1,031

9,760

46.33

1,033

9,318

14.38

10,400

16,456

211.88

15.09

1,039

9,860

46.70

1,042

9,317

14.38

10,500

16,456

211.88

15.27

1,037

9,956

46.80

1,042

9,317

14.38

10,600

16,504

212.87

15.46

1,045

10,057

47.16

1,051

9,315

14.38

10,700

16,551

213.86

15.65

1,053

10,157

47.52

1,061

9,591

14.88

10,800

16,598

214.85

15.84

1,061

10,258

47.87

1,070

9,590

14.88

10,900

16,597

214.85

16.04

1,058

10,361

47.95

1,070

9,590

14.88

11,000

16,644

215.84

16.23

1,065

10,462

48.30

1,080

9,589

14.88

11,100

16,692

216.83

16.43

1,072

10,563

48.64

1,089

9,587

14.88

11,200

16,692

216.83

16.62

1,069

10,666

48.70

1,089

9,587

14.88

11,300

16,738

217.82

16.82

1,075

10,768

49.03

1,098

9,586

14.88

11,400

16,784

218.80

17.03

1,081

10,871

49.36

1,108

9,585

14.88

11,500

16,830

219.79

17.23

1,088

10,972

49.68

1,117

9,584

14.88

11,600

16,877

220.78

17.43

1,094

11,074

50.00

1,127

9,583

14.88

11,700

16,923

221.77

17.62

1,100

11,170

50.32

1,136

9,581

14.88

11,800

16,968

222.76

17.82

1,105

11,270

50.62

1,146

9,853

15.38

11,900

17,013

223.75

18.03

1,111

11,371

50.93

1,156

9,852

15.38

12,000

17,014

223.75

18.23

1,105

11,472

50.93

1,156

9,852

15.38

12,100

17,059

224.74

18.44

1,110

11,573

51.23

1,165

9,851

15.38

12,200

17,105

225.73

18.64

1,115

11,674

51.52

1,175

9,849

15.38

12,300

17,150

226.71

18.85

1,119

11,774

51.80

1,185

9,848

15.38

12,400

17,195

227.70

19.06

1,123

11,876

52.09

1,194

9,847

15.38

12,500

17,240

228.69

19.27

1,127

11,976

52.36

1,204

9,846

15.38

12,600

17,329

230.67

19.48

1,143

12,076

52.95

1,224

9,843

15.38

12,700

17,374

231.66

19.70

1,147

12,177

53.22

1,233

10,111

15.88

12,800

17,419

232.65

19.91

1,150

12,278

53.48

1,243

10,109

15.88

12,900

17,462

233.63

20.13

1,154

12,379

53.74

1,253

10,108

15.88

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Table I-2. M26 (High Quadrant Elevation) Rocket Trajectory Data Aim Range to Dud Target (m) Fuze (m)

Warhead Event QE (mil)

Fuze Setting (sec)

HOB (m)

Apogee

Payload Time to Range (m) Impact (sec)

Apogee Altitude (m)

Range (m)

Time (sec)

13,000

17,506

234.62

20.34

1,156

12,480

53.98

1,263

10,107

15.88

13,100

17,550

235.61

20.56

1,159

12,581

54.24

1,273

10,105

15.88

13,200

17,594

236.60

20.78

1,161

12,682

54.47

1,283

10,104

15.88

13,300

17,637

237.59

21.00

1,164

12,783

54.70

1,293

10,103

15.88

13,400

17,724

239.57

21.22

1,178

12,883

55.27

1,313

10,100

15.88

13,500

17,768

240.56

21.44

1,180

12,984

55.49

1,323

10,364

16.38

13,600

17,810

241.54

21.67

1,182

13,085

55.71

1,334

10,362

16.38

13,700

17,853

242.53

21.89

1,183

13,186

55.92

1,344

10,361

16.38

13,800

17,939

244.51

22.12

1,197

13,287

56.48

1,364

10,358

16.38

13,900

17,981

245.50

22.35

1,197

13,387

56.67

1,375

10,357

16.38

14,000

18,023

246.49

22.58

1,198

13,489

56.87

1,385

10,355

16.38

14,100

18,102

248.33

22.81

1,209

13,589

57.35

1,404

10,353

16.38

14,200

18,138

249.19

23.04

1,207

13,691

57.49

1,413

10,613

16.88

14,300

18,216

251.03

23.27

1,219

13,791

57.97

1,432

10,610

16.88

14,400

18,253

251.89

23.51

1,216

13,893

58.09

1,441

10,609

16.88

14,500

18,330

253.73

23.74

1,227

13,993

58.57

1,461

10,615

16.90

14,600

18,366

254.58

23.98

1,224

14,094

58.67

1,470

10,613

16.90

14,700

18,443

256.43

24.22

1,234

14,196

59.14

1,490

10,602

16.88

14,800

18,518

258.27

24.46

1,244

14,296

59.60

1,509

10,858

17.38

14,900

18,554

259.13

24.70

1,240

14,398

59.68

1,518

10,856

17.38

15,000

18,630

260.97

24.94

1,250

14,498

60.14

1,539

10,853

17.38

15,100

18,704

262.81

25.19

1,260

14,599

60.59

1,559

10,850

17.38

15,200

18,739

263.67

25.43

1,255

14,700

60.65

1,568

10,849

17.38

15,300

18,815

265.51

25.68

1,264

14,802

61.09

1,588

10,846

17.38

15,400

18,888

267.36

25.93

1,273

14,902

61.52

1,608

10,843

17.38

15,500

18,964

269.20

26.18

1,281

15,003

61.95

1,628

11,095

17.88

15,600

19,036

271.04

26.43

1,290

15,104

62.37

1,649

11,092

17.88

15,700

19,110

272.89

26.68

1,298

15,205

62.79

1,669

11,089

17.88

15,800

19,183

274.73

26.93

1,306

15,305

63.20

1,690

11,086

17.88

15,900

19,256

276.58

27.19

1,314

15,407

63.61

1,711

11,082

17.88

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Table I-2. M26 (High Quadrant Elevation) Rocket Trajectory Data Aim Range to Dud Target (m) Fuze (m)

Warhead Event QE (mil)

Fuze Setting (sec)

HOB (m)

Apogee

Payload Time to Range (m) Impact (sec)

Apogee Altitude (m)

Range (m)

Time (sec)

16,000

19,328

278.42

27.44

1,322

15,507

64.01

1,731

11,331

18.38

16,100

19,400

280.26

27.70

1,329

15,609

64.41

1,752

11,328

18.38

16,200

19,471

282.11

27.96

1,336

15,709

64.81

1,773

11,324

18.38

16,300

19,542

283.95

28.22

1,343

15,811

65.19

1,794

11,321

18.38

16,400

19,609

285.79

28.48

1,347

15,912

65.52

1,814

11,318

18.38

16,500

19,679

287.64

28.75

1,353

16,013

65.89

1,835

11,563

18.88

16,600

19,749

289.48

29.01

1,360

16,114

66.26

1,857

11,560

18.88

16,700

19,818

291.32

29.28

1,365

16,214

66.63

1,878

11,556

18.88

16,800

19,888

293.17

29.54

1,370

16,316

66.98

1,900

11,553

18.88

16,900

19,957

295.01

29.81

1,376

16,417

67.33

1,921

11,549

18.88

17,000

20,026

296.86

30.08

1,380

16,519

67.67

1,943

11,791

19.38

17,100

20,094

298.70

30.36

1,385

16,620

68.00

1,964

11,788

19.38

17,200

20,198

301.53

30.63

1,406

16,720

68.77

1,998

11,782

19.38

17,300

20,266

303.38

30.90

1,409

16,821

69.09

2,020

11,778

19.38

17,400

20,334

305.22

31.18

1,413

16,923

69.41

2,042

11,774

19.38

17,500

20,401

307.06

31.46

1,417

17,024

69.72

2,064

12,021

19.90

17,600

20,467

308.91

31.74

1,419

17,125

70.01

2,087

12,017

19.90

17,700

20,569

311.74

32.02

1,439

17,226

70.75

2,121

12,011

19.90

17,800

20,635

313.58

32.30

1,441

17,327

71.04

2,143

12,007

19.90

17,900

20,702

315.43

32.58

1,443

17,429

71.32

2,166

12,003

19.90

18,000

20,802

318.26

32.87

1,462

17,529

72.04

2,201

12,237

20.40

18,100

20,867

320.10

33.15

1,464

17,631

72.31

2,224

12,233

20.40

18,200

20,932

321.95

33.44

1,465

17,732

72.56

2,246

12,229

20.40

18,300

21,031

324.78

33.73

1,483

17,833

73.27

2,281

12,222

20.40

18,400

21,095

326.62

34.02

1,483

17,935

73.51

2,305

12,456

20.90

18,500

21,159

328.47

34.31

1,483

18,036

73.74

2,328

12,451

20.90

18,600

21,257

331.30

34.61

1,500

18,137

74.44

2,364

12,445

20.90

18,700

21,320

333.14

34.90

1,499

18,238

74.65

2,387

12,440

20.90

18,800

21,416

335.97

35.20

1,516

18,339

75.33

2,423

12,668

21.40

18,900

21,479

337.82

35.50

1,515

18,441

75.53

2,446

12,664

21.40

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Table I-2. M26 (High Quadrant Elevation) Rocket Trajectory Data Aim Range to Dud Target (m) Fuze (m)

Warhead Event QE (mil)

Fuze Setting (sec)

HOB (m)

Apogee

Payload Time to Range (m) Impact (sec)

Apogee Altitude (m)

Range (m)

Time (sec)

19,000

21,576

340.65

35.80

1,531

18,541

76.19

2,483

12,657

21.40

19,100

21,637

342.49

36.10

1,529

18,644

76.37

2,507

12,652

21.40

19,200

21,732

345.33

36.40

1,544

18,744

77.03

2,543

12,645

21.40

19,300

21,794

347.17

36.71

1,541

18,846

77.19

2,567

12,873

21.90

19,400

21,888

350.00

37.01

1,556

18,947

77.84

2,604

12,866

21.90

19,500

21,948

351.85

37.32

1,552

19,049

77.97

2,628

12,861

21.90

19,600

22,042

354.68

37.63

1,567

19,150

78.60

2,666

12,853

21.90

19,700

22,134

357.51

37.94

1,581

19,251

79.22

2,703

13,076

22.40

19,800

22,195

359.36

38.25

1,576

19,353

79.34

2,728

13,099

22.46

19,900

22,286

362.19

38.56

1,589

19,454

79.95

2,765

13,091

22.46

20,000

22,377

365.02

38.88

1,603

19,555

80.55

2,803

13,084

22.46

20,100

22,441

367.00

39.20

1,599

19,657

80.71

2,830

13,305

22.96

20,200

22,536

369.96

39.51

1,614

19,757

81.36

2,870

13,276

22.91

20,300

22,630

372.93

39.83

1,629

19,859

82.00

2,911

13,288

22.96

20,400

22,692

374.91

40.15

1,624

19,961

82.13

2,937

13,283

22.96

20,500

22,786

377.87

40.47

1,638

20,062

82.76

2,978

13,499

23.46

20,600

22,878

380.84

40.80

1,652

20,163

83.38

3,019

13,490

23.46

20,700

22,971

383.81

41.12

1,666

20,264

84.00

3,060

13,481

23.46

20,800

23,062

386.77

41.45

1,679

20,365

84.61

3,101

13,472

23.46

20,900

23,154

389.74

41.78

1,692

20,466

85.21

3,143

13,686

23.96

21,000

23,215

391.71

42.11

1,684

20,569

85.27

3,170

13,680

23.96

21,100

23,305

394.68

42.44

1,696

20,669

85.86

3,212

13,670

23.96

21,200

23,395

397.65

42.77

1,708

20,771

86.44

3,254

13,881

24.46

21,300

23,485

400.61

43.11

1,720

20,872

87.01

3,296

13,879

24.48

21,400

23,574

403.58

43.44

1,731

20,973

87.57

3,339

13,869

24.48

21,500

23,662

406.54

43.78

1,741

21,074

88.12

3,381

13,859

24.48

21,600

23,750

409.51

44.12

1,751

21,176

88.66

3,424

14,068

24.98

21,700

23,838

412.48

44.46

1,761

21,277

89.19

3,467

14,057

24.98

21,800

23,925

415.44

44.80

1,771

21,378

89.72

3,510

14,047

24.98

21,900

24,011

418.41

45.15

1,780

21,480

90.23

3,553

14,036

24.98

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Table I-2. M26 (High Quadrant Elevation) Rocket Trajectory Data Aim Range to Dud Target (m) Fuze (m)

Warhead Event QE (mil)

Fuze Setting (sec)

HOB (m)

Apogee

Payload Time to Range (m) Impact (sec)

Apogee Altitude (m)

Range (m)

Time (sec)

22,000

24,098

421.38

45.49

1,788

21,582

90.73

3,597

14,243

25.48

22,100

24,183

424.34

45.84

1,796

21,683

91.23

3,640

14,232

25.48

22,200

24,269

427.31

46.19

1,804

21,785

91.72

3,684

14,221

25.48

22,300

24,382

431.26

46.54

1,833

21,885

92.75

3,743

14,421

25.98

22,400

24,466

434.23

46.89

1,840

21,987

93.22

3,787

14,410

25.98

22,500

24,550

437.19

47.25

1,847

22,088

93.68

3,832

14,398

25.98

22,600

24,633

440.16

47.61

1,852

22,190

94.12

3,876

14,600

26.48

22,700

24,716

443.13

47.96

1,857

22,291

94.55

3,921

14,588

26.48

22,800

24,799

446.09

48.32

1,862

22,393

94.98

3,966

14,576

26.48

22,900

24,908

450.05

48.69

1,889

22,494

95.96

4,026

14,771

26.98

23,000

24,989

453.01

49.05

1,892

22,596

96.35

4,072

14,759

26.98

23,100

25,070

455.98

49.41

1,895

22,697

96.74

4,118

14,747

26.98

23,200

25,178

459.93

49.78

1,921

22,798

97.70

4,179

14,730

26.98

23,300

25,258

462.90

50.15

1,924

22,900

98.08

4,225

14,927

27.48

23,400

25,338

465.87

50.52

1,926

23,002

98.44

4,271

14,914

27.48

23,500

25,444

469.82

50.89

1,950

23,102

99.37

4,333

14,897

27.48

23,600

25,523

472.79

51.26

1,951

23,205

99.71

4,380

15,101

28.00

23,700

25,602

475.75

51.64

1,951

23,307

100.02

4,427

15,088

28.00

23,800

25,706

479.71

52.02

1,974

23,407

100.93

4,489

15,070

28.00

23,900

25,783

482.67

52.40

1,972

23,509

101.21

4,536

15,262

28.50

24,000

25,886

486.63

52.78

1,995

23,610

102.09

4,600

15,243

28.50

24,100

25,962

489.59

53.16

1,992

23,712

102.36

4,647

15,229

28.50

24,200

26,065

493.55

53.55

2,014

23,813

103.22

4,711

15,421

29.02

24,300

26,141

496.51

53.94

2,009

23,916

103.46

4,759

15,406

29.02

24,400

26,241

500.47

54.33

2,029

24,017

104.29

4,823

15,387

29.02

24,500

26,340

504.42

54.72

2,049

24,118

105.11

4,888

15,570

29.52

24,600

26,414

507.39

55.12

2,043

24,220

105.30

4,937

15,555

29.52

24,700

26,513

511.34

55.51

2,061

24,321

106.10

5,002

15,534

29.52

24,800

26,611

515.30

55.91

2,078

24,422

106.87

5,067

15,715

30.02

24,900

26,683

518.25

56.31

2,070

24,525

107.01

5,116

15,699

30.02

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Table I-2. M26 (High Quadrant Elevation) Rocket Trajectory Data Aim Range to Dud Target (m) Fuze (m)

Warhead Event QE (mil)

Fuze Setting (sec)

HOB (m)

Apogee

Payload Time to Range (m) Impact (sec)

Apogee Altitude (m)

Range (m)

Time (sec)

25,000

26,780

522.19

56.71

2,086

24,626

107.77

5,182

15,678

30.02

25,100

26,876

526.13

57.12

2,101

24,727

108.50

5,248

15,856

30.52

25,200

26,970

530.07

57.53

2,116

24,829

109.22

5,314

15,834

30.52

25,300

27,065

534.00

57.94

2,130

24,930

109.92

5,380

15,812

30.52

25,400

27,183

538.93

58.36

2,169

25,031

111.23

5,464

15,982

31.02

25,500

27,275

542.87

58.77

2,181

25,132

111.91

5,531

15,984

31.08

25,600

27,368

546.81

59.19

2,193

25,233

112.57

5,599

15,960

31.08

25,700

27,459

550.74

59.61

2,204

25,335

113.20

5,667

16,134

31.58

25,800

27,571

555.67

60.04

2,239

25,436

114.43

5,752

16,103

31.58

25,900

27,661

559.61

60.48

2,246

25,540

114.99

5,820

16,275

32.08

26,000

27,750

563.54

60.90

2,258

25,638

115.64

5,889

16,250

32.08

26,100

27,859

568.47

61.35

2,288

25,741

116.78

5,975

16,218

32.08

26,200

27,946

572.41

61.79

2,295

25,842

117.33

6,044

16,387

32.58

26,300

28,032

576.34

62.23

2,300

25,944

117.84

6,114

16,361

32.58

26,400

28,140

581.27

62.68

2,329

26,046

118.96

6,201

16,521

33.08

26,500

28,245

586.19

63.13

2,358

26,147

120.06

6,289

16,493

33.09

26,600

28,330

590.13

63.58

2,361

26,249

120.52

6,359

16,466

33.09

26,700

28,434

595.05

64.05

2,387

26,351

121.58

6,447

16,623

33.59

26,800

28,516

598.99

64.50

2,388

26,453

122.00

6,518

16,595

33.59

26,900

28,618

603.92

64.97

2,412

26,555

123.00

6,607

16,749

34.09

27,000

28,719

608.84

65.45

2,435

26,657

123.97

6,697

16,713

34.09

27,100

28,818

613.76

65.93

2,456

26,758

124.93

6,787

16,865

34.59

27,200

28,916

618.69

66.42

2,476

26,861

125.84

6,877

16,827

34.59

27,300

28,994

622.62

66.89

2,470

26,963

126.12

6,950

16,796

34.59

27,400

29,090

627.55

67.38

2,488

27,065

127.00

7,041

16,946

35.09

27,500

29,185

632.47

67.88

2,504

27,167

127.84

7,132

16,906

35.09

27,600

29,298

638.38

68.40

2,546

27,268

129.28

7,242

17,045

35.59

27,700

29,391

643.30

68.90

2,559

27,371

130.05

7,334

17,004

35.59

27,800

29,483

648.23

69.41

2,571

27,473

130.81

7,427

17,148

36.09

27,900

29,573

653.15

69.93

2,581

27,575

131.52

7,520

17,111

36.11

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Table I-2. M26 (High Quadrant Elevation) Rocket Trajectory Data Aim Range to Dud Target (m) Fuze (m)

Warhead Event QE (mil)

Fuze Setting (sec)

HOB (m)

Apogee

Payload Time to Range (m) Impact (sec)

Apogee Altitude (m)

Range (m)

Time (sec)

28,000

29,661

658.07

70.45

2,589

27,678

132.19

7,613

17,247

36.59

28,100

29,766

663.98

71.00

2,620

27,780

133.41

7,725

17,195

36.59

28,200

29,868

669.89

71.56

2,648

27,882

134.58

7,838

17,324

37.09

28,300

29,951

674.81

72.11

2,648

27,985

135.09

7,933

17,284

37.11

28,400

30,050

680.72

72.67

2,673

28,087

136.18

8,047

17,411

37.61

28,500

30,147

686.63

73.25

2,693

28,190

137.20

8,161

17,355

37.61

28,600

30,242

692.54

73.84

2,712

28,293

138.17

8,275

17,478

38.11

28,700

30,335

698.44

74.43

2,727

28,395

139.08

8,391

17,420

38.11

28,800

30,427

704.35

75.03

2,741

28,498

139.94

8,506

17,540

38.61

28,900

30,516

710.26

75.63

2,751

28,601

140.74

8,622

17,479

38.61

29,000

30,617

717.15

76.28

2,779

28,704

142.00

8,758

17,585

39.11

29,100

30,701

723.06

76.91

2,782

28,807

142.65

8,875

17,699

39.61

29,200

30,797

729.95

77.58

2,803

28,911

143.74

9,012

17,624

39.61

29,300

30,890

736.84

78.26

2,820

29,015

144.77

9,150

17,724

40.11

29,400

30,981

743.74

78.95

2,833

29,118

145.72

9,288

17,668

40.17

29,500

31,080

751.61

79.69

2,862

29,222

147.07

9,446

17,751

40.67

29,600

31,174

759.49

80.45

2,883

29,326

148.27

9,605

17,831

41.17

29,700

31,264

767.37

81.23

2,898

29,431

149.33

9,765

17,892

41.63

29,800

31,349

775.25

82.03

2,905

29,535

150.23

9,925

17,794

41.63

29,900

31,440

784.11

82.89

2,922

29,641

151.45

10,107

17,874

42.19

30,000

31,534

793.96

83.82

2,947

29,747

152.89

10,308

17,915

42.69

30,100

31,613

802.82

84.74

2,945

29,853

153.70

10,491

17,965

43.19

30,200

31,693

812.66

85.73

2,948

29,959

154.69

10,694

17,997

43.69

30,300

31,772

823.50

86.81

2,950

30,067

155.76

10,918

17,844

43.69

30,400

31,849

835.31

87.99

2,950

30,176

156.86

11,164

18,003

44.69

30,500

31,921

848.11

89.29

2,941

30,285

157.87

11,431

17,973

45.19

30,600

31,955

855.00

90.22

2,855

30,390

156.74

11,575

17,867

45.19

30,700

31,990

862.88

91.23

2,768

30,495

155.67

11,740

17,911

45.70

30,800

32,015

869.77

92.21

2,661

30,599

154.09

11,885

17,961

46.20

30,900

32,040

877.65

93.27

2,552

30,703

152.53

12,050

17,833

46.20

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Table I-2. M26 (High Quadrant Elevation) Rocket Trajectory Data Aim Range to Dud Target (m) Fuze (m)

Warhead Event QE (mil)

Fuze Setting (sec)

HOB (m)

Apogee

Payload Time to Range (m) Impact (sec)

Apogee Altitude (m)

Range (m)

Time (sec)

31,000

32,060

885.53

94.36

2,430

30,807

150.68

12,216

17,861

46.70

31,100

32,077

894.39

95.55

2,302

30,911

148.75

12,403

17,870

47.20

31,200

32,085

903.25

96.78

2,153

31,014

146.35

12,589

17,716

47.20

31,300

32,085

903.25

97.28

1,972

31,111

142.46

12,589

17,716

47.20

31,400

32,085

903.25

97.79

1,788

31,208

138.45

12,589

17,716

47.20

31,500

32,085

903.25

98.30

1,602

31,305

134.35

12,589

17,716

47.20

31,600

32,085

903.25

98.82

1,411

31,403

130.12

12,589

17,716

47.20

31,700

32,085

903.25

99.36

1,216

31,501

125.74

12,589

17,716

47.20

31,800

32,085

903.25

99.91

1,015

31,602

121.16

12,589

17,716

47.20

31,900 32,000 Note: Blank cells indicate that a solution is not available for the range indicated.

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Appendix I

Figure I-2. M26 High Quadrant Elevation Trajectories. Conditions: BA-ER-D, sea level standard (no wind). For illustration purposes only.

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Rocket Ballistic Algorithm Solutions

Table I-3. M26A1/2 (Low Quadrant Elevation) Rocket Trajectory Data Aim

Warhead Event

Apogee

Dud Fuze (m)

QE (mil)

Fuze Setting (sec)

HOB (m)

Range (m)

Payload Time to Impact (sec)

15,000

18,000

161.8

20.06

667

14,502

41.8

878

10,552

13.49

15,100

18,000

161.8

20.26

656

14,605

41.7

878

10,552

13.49

15,200

18,000

161.8

20.46

643

14,708

41.5

878

10,552

13.49

15,300

18,000

161.8

20.66

630

14,811

41.3

878

10,552

13.49

15,400

18,000

161.8

20.87

617

14,914

41.1

878

10,552

13.49

15,500

18,000

161.8

21.07

603

15,015

40.8

878

10,552

13.49

15,600

18,000

161.8

21.27

590

15,117

40.6

878

10,552

13.49

15,700

18,000

161.8

21.48

576

15,217

40.4

878

10,552

13.49

15,800

18,000

161.8

21.69

561

15,321

40.1

878

10,552

13.49

15,900

18,000

161.8

21.90

545

15,424

39.8

878

10,552

13.49

16,000

18,000

161.8

22.12

529

15,528

39.5

878

10,552

13.49

16,100

18,000

161.8

22.33

513

15,630

39.3

878

10,552

13.49

16,200

18,000

161.8

22.54

497

15,732

38.9

878

10,552

13.49

16,300

18,000

161.8

22.76

480

15,835

38.6

878

10,552

13.49

16,400

18,020

162.0

22.97

466

15,936

38.4

880

10,552

13.49

16,500

18,100

163.2

23.19

467

16,038

38.6

892

10,593

13.55

16,600

18,170

164.4

23.40

469

16,138

38.8

905

10,562

13.50

16,700

18,250

165.6

23.62

470

16,240

39.1

918

10,561

13.50

16,800

18,330

166.8

23.83

472

16,341

39.3

931

10,886

14.00

16,900

18,410

168.0

24.05

474

16,441

39.5

944

10,885

14.00

17,000

18,490

169.3

24.27

476

16,543

39.8

958

10,925

14.07

17,100

18,570

170.6

24.49

477

16,644

40.0

971

10,925

14.07

17,200

18,650

171.8

24.71

479

16,745

40.2

985

10,924

14.07

17,300

18,730

173.1

24.94

480

16,846

40.5

999

10,923

14.07

17,400

18,810

174.4

25.16

482

16,947

40.7

1,013

11,212

14.52

17,500

18,900

175.7

25.38

484

17,048

40.9

1,028

11,211

14.52

17,600

18,980

177.1

25.61

485

17,148

41.1

1,043

11,240

14.57

17,700

19,060

178.4

25.84

487

17,251

41.4

1,058

11,239

14.57

17,800

19,140

179.7

26.07

488

17,351

41.6

1,073

11,238

14.57

Range to Target (m)

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Range (m)

Time (sec)

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Table I-3. M26A1/2 (Low Quadrant Elevation) Rocket Trajectory Data Aim

Apogee

Dud Fuze (m)

QE (mil)

Fuze Setting (sec)

HOB (m)

Range (m)

Payload Time to Impact (sec)

17,900

19,220

181.1

26.30

490

17,453

41.9

1,088

11,208

14.52

18,000

19,310

182.5

26.53

492

17,553

42.1

1,104

11,521

15.02

18,100

19,390

183.9

26.77

494

17,655

42.4

1,120

11,520

15.02

18,200

19,470

185.3

27.00

496

17,756

42.6

1,136

11,559

15.08

18,300

19,560

186.7

27.23

498

17,857

42.8

1,152

11,558

15.08

18,400

19,640

188.2

27.47

499

17,958

43.1

1,169

11,557

15.08

18,500

19,730

189.6

27.71

501

18,059

43.3

1,185

11,556

15.08

18,600

19,810

191.1

27.95

503

18,160

43.6

1,202

11,863

15.58

18,700

19,900

192.5

28.19

505

18,261

43.8

1,220

11,863

15.58

18,800

19,980

194.0

28.43

507

18,362

44.1

1,237

11,871

15.60

18,900

20,070

195.5

28.67

508

18,463

44.3

1,255

11,870

15.60

19,000

20,150

197.0

28.91

510

18,565

44.6

1,273

11,869

15.60

19,100

20,240

198.5

29.16

512

18,666

44.9

1,291

11,868

15.60

19,200

20,320

200.1

29.41

514

18,767

45.1

1,310

12,171

16.10

19,300

20,410

201.6

29.65

516

18,868

45.4

1,328

12,170

16.10

19,400

20,490

203.2

29.90

518

18,970

45.6

1,347

12,168

16.10

19,500

20,580

204.7

30.15

519

19,070

45.9

1,366

12,177

16.11

19,600

20,670

206.3

30.40

521

19,172

46.2

1,386

12,176

16.11

19,700

20,750

207.9

30.65

523

19,273

46.4

1,405

12,473

16.61

19,800

20,840

209.5

30.91

525

19,374

46.7

1,425

12,472

16.61

19,900

20,930

211.1

31.16

527

19,476

46.9

1,446

12,471

16.61

20,000

21,020

212.8

31.42

529

19,577

47.2

1,466

12,469

16.61

20,100

21,100

214.4

31.68

530

19,678

47.5

1,487

12,468

16.61

20,200

21,190

216.1

31.94

532

19,779

47.7

1,508

12,761

17.11

20,300

21,280

217.7

32.19

534

19,880

48.0

1,529

12,760

17.11

20,400

21,370

219.4

32.46

536

19,982

48.3

1,551

12,759

17.11

20,500

21,460

221.1

32.72

537

20,083

48.5

1,572

12,766

17.13

20,600

21,540

222.8

32.98

539

20,184

48.8

1,594

12,765

17.13

20,700

21,630

224.5

33.24

541

20,285

49.1

1,617

13,053

17.63

Range to Target (m)

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Range (m)

Time (sec)

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Rocket Ballistic Algorithm Solutions

Table I-3. M26A1/2 (Low Quadrant Elevation) Rocket Trajectory Data Aim

Warhead Event

Apogee

Dud Fuze (m)

QE (mil)

Fuze Setting (sec)

HOB (m)

Range (m)

Payload Time to Impact (sec)

20,800

21,720

226.2

33.51

543

20,386

49.3

1,639

13,052

17.63

20,900

21,810

228.0

33.77

545

20,487

49.6

1,662

13,050

17.63

21,000

21,900

229.8

34.04

547

20,590

49.9

1,686

13,049

17.63

21,100

21,990

231.5

34.31

548

20,689

50.2

1,709

13,323

18.11

21,200

22,080

233.3

34.58

550

20,791

50.4

1,733

13,321

18.11

21,300

22,170

235.1

34.86

552

20,893

50.7

1,757

13,320

18.11

21,400

22,260

236.9

35.13

554

20,994

51.0

1,781

13,327

18.13

21,500

22,350

238.7

35.40

556

21,095

51.3

1,806

13,326

18.13

21,600

22,440

240.6

35.67

558

21,196

51.6

1,830

13,597

18.61

21,700

22,530

242.4

35.95

560

21,298

51.9

1,856

13,604

18.63

21,800

22,620

244.3

36.22

561

21,399

52.1

1,881

13,602

18.63

21,900

22,710

246.1

36.50

563

21,501

52.4

1,907

13,600

18.63

22,000

22,800

248.0

36.78

565

21,601

52.7

1,933

13,598

18.63

22,100

22,890

249.9

37.06

567

21,703

53.0

1,959

13,874

19.13

22,200

22,980

251.8

37.34

569

21,804

53.3

1,986

13,873

19.13

22,300

23,070

253.7

37.62

571

21,905

53.6

2,013

13,871

19.13

22,400

23,170

255.7

37.91

573

22,007

53.9

2,040

13,869

19.13

22,500

23,260

257.6

38.19

575

22,107

54.2

2,068

14,150

19.64

22,600

23,350

259.6

38.47

577

22,209

54.5

2,096

14,148

19.64

22,700

23,440

261.6

38.76

579

22,310

54.8

2,124

14,145

19.64

22,800

23,530

263.5

39.04

582

22,412

55.1

2,153

14,143

19.64

22,900

23,630

265.5

39.33

584

22,513

55.4

2,182

14,412

20.14

23,000

23,720

267.5

39.62

586

22,614

55.7

2,211

14,410

20.14

23,100

23,810

269.6

39.91

588

22,716

56.0

2,241

14,408

20.14

23,200

23,900

271.6

40.20

590

22,817

56.3

2,270

14,405

20.14

23,300

24,000

273.6

40.49

593

22,918

56.6

2,300

14,437

20.21

23,400

24,090

275.7

40.78

595

23,019

56.9

2,331

14,676

20.66

23,500

24,180

277.8

41.07

597

23,121

57.2

2,362

14,674

20.66

23,600

24,280

279.8

41.37

599

23,222

57.5

2,393

14,672

20.66

Range to Target (m)

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Range (m)

Time (sec)

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Appendix I

Table I-3. M26A1/2 (Low Quadrant Elevation) Rocket Trajectory Data Aim

Apogee

Dud Fuze (m)

QE (mil)

Fuze Setting (sec)

HOB (m)

Range (m)

Payload Time to Impact (sec)

23,700

24,370

281.9

41.66

601

23,323

57.8

2,424

14,669

20.66

23,800

24,460

284.0

41.96

603

23,425

58.1

2,455

14,700

20.72

23,900

24,560

286.1

42.25

605

23,526

58.4

2,487

14,961

21.22

24,000

24,650

288.2

42.55

608

23,628

58.8

2,520

14,958

21.22

24,100

24,750

290.3

42.85

609

23,729

59.1

2,552

14,956

21.22

24,200

24,840

292.5

43.14

612

23,830

59.4

2,585

15,189

21.68

24,300

24,930

294.6

43.44

614

23,932

59.7

2,618

15,187

21.68

24,400

25,030

296.8

43.74

616

24,032

60.0

2,652

15,216

21.74

24,500

25,120

298.9

44.04

618

24,133

60.3

2,685

15,213

21.74

24,600

25,220

301.1

44.34

621

24,236

60.7

2,719

15,236

21.78

24,700

25,310

303.2

44.64

623

24,336

61.0

2,753

15,491

22.28

24,800

25,410

305.4

44.94

624

24,438

61.3

2,788

15,488

22.28

24,900

25,500

307.6

45.24

627

24,539

61.6

2,823

15,485

22.28

25,000

25,600

309.8

45.55

629

24,640

61.9

2,858

15,481

22.28

25,100

25,690

312.0

45.85

631

24,741

62.3

2,893

15,741

22.80

25,200

25,790

314.3

46.16

634

24,843

62.6

2,929

15,738

22.80

25,300

25,880

316.5

46.46

635

24,944

62.9

2,966

15,735

22.80

25,400

25,980

318.8

46.77

638

25,045

63.2

3,002

15,732

22.80

25,500

26,070

321.0

47.08

640

25,146

63.5

3,039

15,980

23.30

25,600

26,170

323.3

47.39

642

25,248

63.9

3,076

15,976

23.30

25,700

26,260

325.6

47.70

644

25,349

64.2

3,114

15,981

23.32

25,800

26,360

327.9

48.00

646

25,450

64.5

3,152

15,977

23.32

25,900

26,450

330.1

48.31

648

25,551

64.9

3,189

16,223

23.82

26,000

26,550

332.4

48.63

651

25,653

65.2

3,228

16,219

23.82

26,100

26,640

334.7

48.94

653

25,754

65.5

3,267

16,223

23.83

26,200

26,740

337.1

49.25

655

25,855

65.9

3,306

16,219

23.83

26,300

26,830

339.4

49.56

657

25,957

66.2

3,345

16,463

24.33

26,400

26,930

341.7

49.87

659

26,058

66.5

3,385

16,459

24.33

26,500

27,030

344.1

50.19

662

26,159

66.9

3,425

16,455

24.33

Range to Target (m)

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Range (m)

Time (sec)

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Rocket Ballistic Algorithm Solutions

Table I-3. M26A1/2 (Low Quadrant Elevation) Rocket Trajectory Data Aim

Warhead Event

Apogee

Dud Fuze (m)

QE (mil)

Fuze Setting (sec)

HOB (m)

Range (m)

Payload Time to Impact (sec)

26,600

27,120

346.4

50.50

664

26,260

67.2

3,465

16,450

24.33

26,700

27,220

348.8

50.81

666

26,362

67.5

3,505

16,699

24.85

26,800

27,320

351.1

51.13

669

26,463

67.9

3,547

16,695

24.85

26,900

27,410

353.5

51.45

671

26,565

68.2

3,588

16,691

24.85

27,000

27,510

355.9

51.76

674

26,665

68.6

3,630

16,686

24.85

27,100

27,600

358.3

52.08

676

26,766

68.9

3,671

16,924

25.35

27,200

27,700

360.7

52.40

678

26,868

69.3

3,714

16,919

25.35

27,300

27,800

363.1

52.71

681

26,969

69.6

3,757

16,922

25.36

27,400

27,900

365.5

53.03

684

27,070

70.0

3,800

16,917

25.36

27,500

27,990

368.0

53.35

686

27,171

70.3

3,843

17,153

25.86

27,600

28,090

370.4

53.67

689

27,274

70.7

3,887

17,155

25.88

27,700

28,190

372.9

53.99

691

27,373

71.0

3,931

17,134

25.85

27,800

28,280

375.3

54.31

693

27,474

71.4

3,975

17,159

25.91

27,900

28,380

377.8

54.64

696

27,576

71.7

4,020

17,362

26.35

28,000

28,480

380.3

54.96

698

27,677

72.1

4,065

17,386

26.41

28,100

28,580

382.8

55.28

701

27,778

72.4

4,110

17,381

26.41

28,200

28,670

385.2

55.61

703

27,880

72.8

4,155

17,590

26.86

28,300

28,770

387.7

55.93

706

27,981

73.1

4,201

17,584

26.86

28,400

28,870

390.2

56.25

709

28,082

73.5

4,247

17,608

26.93

28,500

28,970

392.7

56.57

711

28,183

73.9

4,293

17,602

26.93

28,600

29,060

395.2

56.90

713

28,284

74.2

4,340

17,596

26.93

28,700

29,160

397.7

57.22

716

28,386

74.6

4,387

17,825

27.43

28,800

29,260

400.2

57.55

718

28,487

74.9

4,434

17,819

27.43

28,900

29,360

402.7

57.87

721

28,587

75.3

4,481

17,820

27.44

29,000

29,450

405.2

58.20

723

28,689

75.7

4,529

18,047

27.94

29,100

29,550

407.7

58.52

726

28,790

76.0

4,577

18,041

27.94

29,200

29,650

410.2

58.85

728

28,891

76.4

4,626

18,034

27.94

29,300

29,750

412.7

59.17

731

28,992

76.8

4,674

18,028

27.94

29,400

29,840

415.3

59.50

733

29,093

77.1

4,723

18,253

28.44

Range to Target (m)

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Range (m)

Time (sec)

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Appendix I

Table I-3. M26A1/2 (Low Quadrant Elevation) Rocket Trajectory Data Aim

Apogee

Dud Fuze (m)

QE (mil)

Fuze Setting (sec)

HOB (m)

Range (m)

Payload Time to Impact (sec)

29,500

29,940

417.8

59.83

736

29,195

77.5

4,772

18,253

28.46

29,600

30,040

420.4

60.15

739

29,295

77.8

4,822

18,246

28.46

29,700

30,140

422.9

60.48

741

29,397

78.2

4,871

18,239

28.46

29,800

30,240

425.4

60.81

743

29,498

78.6

4,921

18,462

28.96

29,900

30,330

428.0

61.14

746

29,599

78.9

4,972

18,455

28.96

30,000

30,430

430.6

61.47

748

29,700

79.3

5,022

18,448

28.96

30,100

30,530

433.1

61.79

751

29,801

79.7

5,073

18,669

29.46

30,200

30,630

435.7

62.13

753

29,902

80.0

5,124

18,668

29.47

30,300

30,720

438.2

62.45

755

30,001

80.4

5,175

18,661

29.47

30,400

30,820

440.8

62.78

758

30,103

80.8

5,226

18,653

29.47

30,500

30,930

443.3

63.11

762

30,206

81.2

5,279

18,902

30.03

30,600

31,020

445.9

63.44

764

30,307

81.5

5,331

18,894

30.03

30,700

31,120

448.4

63.76

766

30,407

81.9

5,382

18,893

30.05

30,800

31,220

451.0

64.09

768

30,508

82.2

5,435

18,885

30.05

30,900

31,320

453.6

64.42

771

30,609

82.6

5,487

19,102

30.55

31,000

31,420

456.2

64.75

774

30,711

83.0

5,541

19,094

30.55

31,100

31,510

458.7

65.08

775

30,811

83.3

5,594

19,085

30.55

31,200

31,610

461.3

65.41

778

30,912

83.7

5,648

19,076

30.55

31,300

31,710

464.0

65.75

781

31,014

84.1

5,703

19,299

31.07

31,400

31,810

466.6

66.08

784

31,115

84.5

5,758

19,290

31.07

31,500

31,910

469.2

66.41

787

31,216

84.9

5,813

19,281

31.07

31,600

32,010

471.8

66.74

790

31,316

85.3

5,868

19,494

31.57

31,700

32,110

474.5

67.08

792

31,416

85.6

5,923

19,485

31.57

31,800

32,210

477.1

67.41

796

31,518

86.0

5,980

19,475

31.57

31,900

32,300

479.7

67.75

798

31,619

86.4

6,036

19,493

31.63

32,000

32,400

482.4

68.08

801

31,720

86.8

6,092

19,705

32.13

32,100

32,500

485.0

68.41

804

31,821

87.2

6,149

19,695

32.13

32,200

32,600

487.6

68.75

807

31,921

87.6

6,205

19,664

32.08

32,300

32,700

490.3

69.08

809

32,022

88.0

6,262

19,681

32.14

Range to Target (m)

I-24

Warhead Event

FM 3-09.60

Apogee Altitude (m)

Range (m)

Time (sec)

12 August 2008

Rocket Ballistic Algorithm Solutions

Table I-3. M26A1/2 (Low Quadrant Elevation) Rocket Trajectory Data Aim

Warhead Event

Apogee

Dud Fuze (m)

QE (mil)

Fuze Setting (sec)

HOB (m)

Range (m)

Payload Time to Impact (sec)

32,400

32,800

492.9

69.42

813

32,124

88.4

6,320

19,892

32.64

32,500

32,900

495.6

69.75

815

32,225

88.8

6,378

19,888

32.66

32,600

33,000

498.2

70.08

818

32325

89.1

6,435

19,870

32.64

32,700

33,100

500.8

70.42

820

32,426

89.5

6,493

20,079

33.14

32,800

33,200

503.5

70.75

824

32,527

89.9

6,552

20,068

33.14

32,900

33,290

506.1

71.09

826

32,628

90.3

6,611

20,063

33.16

33,000

33,390

508.8

71.42

829

32,729

90.7

6,669

20,052

33.16

33,100

33,490

511.5

71.76

832

32,830

91.1

6,729

20,259

33.66

33,200

33,590

514.1

72.09

834

32,931

91.4

6,788

20,247

33.66

33,300

33,690

516.9

72.44

839

33,034

91.9

6,850

20,235

33.66

33,400

33,790

519.5

72.77

841

33,135

92.3

6,910

20,448

34.18

33,500

33,890

522.2

73.11

842

33,231

92.6

6,969

20,426

34.16

33,600

33,990

524.8

73.44

845

33,332

93.0

7,030

20,413

34.16

33,700

34,090

527.6

73.79

848

33,435

93.4

7,092

20,400

34.16

33,800

34,190

530.3

74.12

851

33,535

93.8

7,153

20,605

34.66

33,900

34,290

532.9

74.46

854

33,636

94.2

7,214

20,592

34.66

34,000

34,390

535.6

74.79

857

33,737

94.6

7,276

20,578

34.66

34,100

34,490

538.3

75.13

859

33,838

95.0

7,337

20,788

35.18

34,200

34,590

540.9

75.46

863

33,939

95.4

7,399

20,775

35.18

34,300

34,680

543.6

75.79

865

34,040

95.8

7,461

20,761

35.18

34,400

34,780

546.2

76.12

867

34,138

96.1

7,522

20,963

35.68

34,500

34,880

548.9

76.46

869

34,239

96.5

7,585

20,949

35.68

34,600

34,990

551.6

76.80

875

34,346

97.0

7,650

20,951

35.71

34,700

35,090

554.3

77.13

878

34,446

97.4

7,714

20,937

35.71

34,800

35,180

556.9

77.47

879

34,543

97.7

7,775

21,130

36.19

34,900

35,280

559.7

77.81

883

34,647

98.1

7,842

21,121

36.21

35,000

35,380

562.4

78.15

883

34,742

98.5

7,905

21,097

36.19

35,100

35,470

565.0

78.48

885

34,841

98.8

7,968

21,296

36.69

35,200

35,580

567.8

78.83

889

34,944

99.3

8,035

21,280

36.69

Range to Target (m)

12 August 2008

FM 3-09.60

Apogee Altitude (m)

Range (m)

Time (sec)

I-25

Appendix I

Table I-3. M26A1/2 (Low Quadrant Elevation) Rocket Trajectory Data Aim

Apogee

Dud Fuze (m)

QE (mil)

Fuze Setting (sec)

HOB (m)

Range (m)

Payload Time to Impact (sec)

35,300

35,680

570.5

79.17

894

35,050

99.7

8,102

21,273

36.71

35,400

35,780

573.2

79.51

897

35,150

100.1

8,167

21,257

36.71

35,500

35,880

575.8

79.84

898

35,248

100.5

8,231

21,455

37.21

35,600

35,980

578.6

80.18

901

35,349

100.9

8,298

21,446

37.22

35,700

36,080

581.3

80.52

905

35,451

101.3

8,365

21,429

37.22

35,800

36,180

584.0

80.86

907

35,550

101.7

8,431

21,624

37.72

35,900

36,280

586.7

81.20

910

35,651

102.1

8,499

21,607

37.72

36,000

36,380

589.5

81.54

914

35,752

102.5

8,567

21,616

37.78

36,100

36,480

592.3

81.88

917

35,853

102.9

8,635

21,598

37.78

36,200

36,580

595.0

82.23

920

35,953

103.3

8,703

21,772

38.24

36,300

36,680

597.8

82.57

923

36,054

103.7

8,772

21,754

38.24

36,400

36,780

600.5

82.91

927

36,154

104.2

8,841

21,762

38.30

36,500

36,880

603.3

83.25

929

36,254

104.6

8,910

21,954

38.80

36,600

36,980

606.0

83.60

932

36,355

104.9

8,979

21,935

38.80

36,700

37,080

608.8

83.94

936

36,457

105.4

9,050

21,923

38.82

36,800

37,180

611.6

84.28

939

36,558

105.8

9,120

22,114

39.32

36,900

37,280

614.3

84.63

941

36,657

106.2

9,190

22,094

39.32

37,000

37,380

617.1

84.97

944

36,757

106.6

9,261

22,074

39.32

37,100

37,480

619.9

85.31

947

36,858

107.0

9,332

22,264

39.82

37,200

37,580

622.6

85.66

951

36,959

107.4

9,403

22,243

39.82

37,300

37,680

625.4

86.00

953

37,060

107.8

9,475

22,223

39.82

37,400

37,780

628.2

86.35

957

37,161

108.2

9,547

22,208

39.83

37,500

37,880

631.0

86.69

960

37,261

108.7

9,619

22,396

40.33

37,600

37,980

633.7

87.03

963

37,361

109.1

9,691

22,375

40.33

37,700

38,080

636.5

87.38

966

37,461

109.5

9,764

22,353

40.33

37,800

38,180

639.4

87.73

970

37,564

109.9

9,839

22,546

40.85

37,900

38,280

642.2

88.08

973

37,665

110.3

9,913

22,524

40.85

38,000

38,380

645.0

88.42

975

37,763

110.7

9,986

22,500

40.85

38,100

38,480

647.8

88.77

978

37,864

111.1

10,061

22,685

41.35

Range to Target (m)

I-26

Warhead Event

FM 3-09.60

Apogee Altitude (m)

Range (m)

Time (sec)

12 August 2008

Rocket Ballistic Algorithm Solutions

Table I-3. M26A1/2 (Low Quadrant Elevation) Rocket Trajectory Data Aim

Warhead Event

Apogee

Dud Fuze (m)

QE (mil)

Fuze Setting (sec)

HOB (m)

Range (m)

Payload Time to Impact (sec)

38,200

38,580

650.6

89.13

981

37,965

111.6

10,137

22,661

41.35

38,300

38,680

653.5

89.47

984

38,065

112.0

10,212

22,638

41.35

38,400

38,780

656.3

89.82

988

38,166

112.4

10,287

22,821

41.85

38,500

38,880

659.1

90.17

991

38,266

112.8

10,363

22,797

41.85

38,600

38,980

662.0

90.52

994

38,367

113.3

10,439

22,778

41.86

38,700

39,080

664.8

90.87

996

38,467

113.6

10,515

22,960

42.36

38,800

39,180

667.6

91.22

1000

38,569

114.1

10,592

22,936

42.36

38,900

39,280

670.5

91.57

1003

38,670

114.5

10,670

22,910

42.36

39,000

39,380

673.3

91.92

1007

38,769

114.9

10,747

23,097

42.88

39,100

39,480

676.1

92.27

1009

38,869

115.3

10,825

23,063

42.86

39,200

39,580

679.0

92.63

1012

38,970

115.8

10,903

23,043

42.88

39,300

39,680

681.9

92.98

1016

39,070

116.2

10,982

23,221

43.38

39,400

39,780

684.8

93.33

1018

39,171

116.6

11,061

23,194

43.38

39,500

39,880

687.6

93.68

1022

39,271

117.0

11,140

23,167

43.38

39,600

39,980

690.5

94.04

1025

39,372

117.5

11,220

23,164

43.44

39,700

40,080

693.4

94.39

1028

39,472

117.9

11,300

23,322

43.89

39,800

40,180

696.2

94.74

1031

39,572

118.3

11,379

23,293

43.89

39,900

40,280

699.1

95.09

1033

39,672

118.7

11,459

23,469

44.39

40,000

40,380

702.0

95.45

1038

39,775

119.2

11,541

23,466

44.46

40,100

40,480

704.8

95.80

1041

39,875

119.6

11,622

23,417

44.41

40,200

40,580

707.7

96.15

1044

39,974

120.0

11,702

23,405

44.46

40,300

40,680

710.6

96.51

1046

40,074

120.4

11,783

23,560

44.91

40,400

40,780

713.5

96.86

1049

40,175

120.8

11,866

23,554

44.97

40,500

40,880

716.4

97.22

1053

40,276

121.3

11,949

23,523

44.97

40,600

40,980

719.3

97.57

1057

40,376

121.7

12,031

23,695

45.47

40,700

41,080

722.2

97.92

1060

40,476

122.1

12,114

23,663

45.47

40,800

41,180

725.0

98.28

1063

40,577

122.6

12,197

23,637

45.49

40,900

41,280

727.9

98.63

1066

40,676

123.0

12,278

23,808

45.99

41,000

41,380

730.8

98.98

1069

40,776

123.4

12,362

23,775

45.99

Range to Target (m)

12 August 2008

FM 3-09.60

Apogee Altitude (m)

Range (m)

Time (sec)

I-27

Appendix I

Table I-3. M26A1/2 (Low Quadrant Elevation) Rocket Trajectory Data Aim

Apogee

Dud Fuze (m)

QE (mil)

Fuze Setting (sec)

HOB (m)

Range (m)

Payload Time to Impact (sec)

41,100

41,490

733.7

99.33

1074

40,879

123.9

12,447

23,743

45.99

41,200

41,590

736.6

99.69

1077

40,981

124.3

12,533

23,917

46.50

41,300

41,680

739.5

100.05

1079

41,079

124.7

12,616

23,876

46.49

41,400

41,780

742.5

100.41

1082

41,179

125.1

12,702

23,847

46.50

41,500

41,890

745.5

100.77

1086

41,280

125.6

12,791

24,013

47.00

41,600

41,990

748.5

101.13

1089

41,380

126.0

12,878

23,977

47.00

41,700

42,090

751.5

101.50

1092

41,480

126.5

12,967

24,142

47.50

41,800

42,190

754.5

101.87

1096

41,581

126.9

13,057

24,104

47.50

41,900

42,290

757.5

102.24

1099

41,681

127.4

13,146

24,072

47.52

42,000

42,390

760.6

102.61

1102

41,781

127.8

13,237

24,234

48.02

42,100

42,490

763.6

102.98

1106

41,881

128.3

13,327

24,195

48.02

42,200

42,590

766.7

103.35

1109

41,983

128.7

13,420

24,155

48.02

42,300

42,690

769.8

103.73

1113

42,086

129.2

13,514

24,321

48.53

42,400

42,790

773.0

104.11

1116

42,185

129.6

13,608

24,279

48.53

42,500

42,890

776.1

104.49

1118

42,283

130.1

13,702

24,235

48.53

42,600

42,990

779.4

104.88

1123

42,384

130.6

13,800

24,391

49.03

42,700

43,090

782.6

105.28

1125

42,485

131.0

13,899

24,346

49.03

42,800

43,190

785.9

105.67

1129

42,585

131.5

13,998

24,506

49.55

42,900

43,290

789.2

106.07 1,132

42,685

132.0

14,099

24,458

49.55

43,000

43,390

792.5

106.48 1,135

42,786

132.4

14,201

24,410

49.55

43,100

43,490

795.9

106.88 1,137

42,885

132.9

14,303

24,561

50.05

43,200

43,590

799.3

107.29 1,141

42,986

133.4

14,408

24,510

50.05

43,300

43,690

802.8

107.71 1,145

43,090

133.9

14,516

24,663

50.57

43,400

43,790

806.3

108.13 1,148

43,189

134.4

14,623

24,610

50.57

43,500

43,890

809.9

108.56 1,150

43,287

134.9

14,733

24,553

50.57

43,600

43,990

813.5

109.00 1,154

43,389

135.4

14,848

24,694

51.07

43,700

44,090

817.3

109.44 1,158

43,489

135.9

14,964

24,659

51.13

43,800

44,190

821.0

109.89 1,161

43,589

136.4

15,081

24,802

51.64

43,900

44,290

824.9

110.35 1,164

43,690

137.0

15,201

24,739

51.64

Range to Target (m)

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Warhead Event

FM 3-09.60

Apogee Altitude (m)

Range (m)

Time (sec)

12 August 2008

Rocket Ballistic Algorithm Solutions

Table I-3. M26A1/2 (Low Quadrant Elevation) Rocket Trajectory Data Aim

Warhead Event

Apogee

Dud Fuze (m)

QE (mil)

Fuze Setting (sec)

HOB (m)

Range (m)

Payload Time to Impact (sec)

44,000

44,390

828.8

110.81 1,168

43,790

137.5

15,323

24,871

52.14

44,100

44,490

832.7

111.28 1,170

43,890

138.0

15,447

24,804

52.14

44,200

44,590

836.8

111.77 1,175

43,993

138.6

15,576

24,741

52.16

44,300

44,690

841.0

112.26 1,177

44,093

139.2

15,709

24,865

52.66

44,400

44,790

845.3

112.78 1,180

44,191

139.7

15,845

24,787

52.66

44,500

44,890

849.9

113.31 1,184

44,294

140.4

15,990

24,901

53.16

44,600

44,990

854.5

113.85 1,187

44,393

141.0

16,136

25,012

53.66

44,700

45,090

859.3

114.41 1,191

44,494

141.6

16,288

24,929

53.68

44,800

45,190

864.2

114.99 1,194

44,595

142.3

16,446

25,029

54.18

44,900

45,290

869.3

115.59 1,197

44,696

142.9

16,609

24,931

54.18

45,000

45,390

874.7

116.21 1,201

44,798

143.6

16,783

25,025

54.69

45,100

45,490

880.4

116.88 1,204

44,898

144.4

16,967

25,103

55.19

45,200

45,590

886.5

117.59 1,207

44,998

145.1

17,165

24,976

55.19

45,300

45,690

893.0

118.34 1,210

45,100

145.9

17,375

25,032

55.69

45,400

45,780

900.0

119.14 1,213

45,200

146.8

17,601

25,073

56.19

45,500

45,880

908.0

120.06 1,219

45,304

147.8

17,862

25,094

56.71

45,600

45,980

917.2

121.10 1,221

45,403

148.9

18,159

25,075

57.21

45,700

46,080

928.3

122.36 1,223

45,506

150.2

18,522

25,009

57.72

45,800

46,170

946.3

124.38 1,227

45,609

152.2

19,111

24,962

58.78

45,900

46,180

951.1

125.34 1,047

45,710

148.3

19,269

25,024

59.29

Range to Target (m)

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Range (m)

Time (sec)

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Figure I-3. M26A1/2 Trajectories

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Table I-4. M26A1/2 (High Quadrant Elevation) Rocket Trajectory Data Aim

Warhead Event

Apogee

Dud Fuze (m)

QE (mil)

Fuze Setting (sec)

HOB (m)

Range (m)

Payload Time to Impact (sec)

Apogee Altitude (m)

Range (m)

Time (sec)

10,000

19,090

178.91

11.65

1,026

9,443

45.53

1,033

9,679

12.76

10,100

19,150

179.90

11.80

1,039

9,542

46.03

1,046

9,776

12.89

10,200

19,150

179.90

11.94

1,043

9,643

46.24

1,053

9,923

12.57

10,300

19,210

180.89

12.09

1,056

9,744

46.74

1,062

9,971

13.14

10,400

19,210

180.89

12.23

1,060

9,844

46.95

1,065

10,065

13.25

10,500

19,269

181.87

12.38

1,073

9,944

47.44

1,081

10,228

13.02

10,600

19,269

181.87

12.53

1,076

10,044

47.64

1,081

10,228

13.02

10,700

19,328

182.86

12.68

1,089

10,144

48.12

1,093

10,354

13.63

10,800

19,328

182.86

12.83

1,092

10,244

48.32

1,099

10,560

13.52

10,900

19,387

183.85

12.98

1,104

10,345

48.80

1,110

10,600

13.58

11,000

19,387

183.85

13.13

1,107

10,446

48.99

1,111

10,600

13.58

11,100

19,446

184.83

13.28

1,120

10,546

49.47

1,122

10,734

14.11

11,200

19,446

184.83

13.44

1,122

10,647

49.65

1,127

10,925

14.08

11,300

19,504

185.82

13.59

1,134

10,746

50.12

1,137

10,925

14.08

11,400

19,563

186.81

13.74

1,147

10,846

50.60

1,149

11,015

14.48

11,500

19,563

186.81

13.90

1,148

10,948

50.77

1,152

11,244

14.58

11,600

19,621

187.80

14.06

1,160

11,048

51.24

1,163

11,243

14.58

11,700

19,621

187.80

14.22

1,162

11,149

51.40

1,163

11,243

14.58

11,800

19,679

188.78

14.37

1,174

11,248

51.88

1,176

11,556

15.08

11,900

19,737

189.77

14.53

1,186

11,348

52.34

1,187

11,556

15.08

12,000

19,737

189.77

14.69

1,186

11,444

52.47

1,187

11,556

15.08

12,100

19,794

190.76

14.85

1,199

11,545

52.94

1,199

11,632

15.26

12,200

19,851

191.74

15.01

1,210

11,645

53.40

1,210

11,863

15.58

12,300

19,851

191.74

15.17

1,210

11,746

53.53

1,211

11,863

15.58

12,400

19,908

192.73

15.34

1,222

11,847

54.00

1,222

11,862

15.58

12,500

19,964

193.72

15.51

1,233

11,950

54.45

1,234

11,871

15.60

12,600

20,021

194.71

15.68

1,245

12,052

54.91

1,246

11,871

15.60

12,700

20,021

194.71

15.85

1,244

12,155

55.03

1,246

11,871

15.60

Range to Target (m)

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Table I-4. M26A1/2 (High Quadrant Elevation) Rocket Trajectory Data Aim

Apogee

Dud Fuze (m)

QE (mil)

Fuze Setting (sec)

HOB (m)

Range (m)

Payload Time to Impact (sec)

12,800

20,077

195.69

16.02

1,256

12,256

55.48

1,257

11,870

15.60

12,900

20,132

196.68

16.19

1,267

12,357

55.92

1,269

11,869

15.60

13,000

20,132

196.68

16.35

1,266

12,455

56.02

1,269

11,869

15.60

13,100

20,189

197.67

16.52

1,276

12,554

56.46

1,281

11,869

15.60

13,200

20,245

198.65

16.69

1,287

12,654

56.90

1,292

12,172

16.10

13,300

20,300

199.64

16.87

1,298

12,756

57.34

1,304

12,171

16.10

13,400

20,355

200.63

17.04

1,308

12,856

57.77

1,317

12,170

16.10

13,500

20,410

201.62

17.21

1,319

12,955

58.21

1,329

12,170

16.10

13,600

20,410

201.62

17.39

1,317

13,058

58.28

1,328

12,170

16.10

13,700

20,465

202.60

17.57

1,327

13,157

58.70

1,340

12,169

16.10

13,800

20,520

203.59

17.75

1,337

13,258

59.13

1,353

12,178

16.11

13,900

20,574

204.58

17.93

1,347

13,359

59.56

1,365

12,177

16.11

14,000

20,629

205.57

18.11

1,357

13,459

59.97

1,377

12,176

16.11

14,100

20,675

206.42

18.29

1,365

13,560

60.34

1,387

12,176

16.11

14,200

20,721

207.27

18.47

1,373

13,660

60.71

1,398

12,474

16.61

14,300

20,768

208.13

18.65

1,380

13,761

61.06

1,408

12,473

16.61

14,400

20,815

208.98

18.84

1,388

13,862

61.42

1,419

12,473

16.61

14,500

20,861

209.83

19.02

1,396

13,962

61.78

1,430

12,472

16.61

14,600

20,907

210.69

19.21

1,403

14,062

62.13

1,440

12,471

16.61

14,700

20,952

211.54

19.40

1,410

14,164

62.48

1,451

12,470

16.61

14,800

20,998

212.40

19.58

1,417

14,264

62.81

1,462

12,470

16.61

14,900

21,095

214.24

19.77

1,438

14,365

63.55

1,485

12,468

16.61

15,000

21,141

215.09

19.96

1,444

14,466

63.89

1,496

12,762

17.11

15,100

21,187

215.94

20.15

1,451

14,565

64.22

1,506

12,761

17.11

15,200

21,231

216.80

20.35

1,457

14,667

64.55

1,517

12,761

17.11

15,300

21,276

217.65

20.54

1,463

14,768

64.87

1,528

12,760

17.11

15,400

21,321

218.50

20.74

1,469

14,868

65.19

1,539

12,759

17.11

15,500

21,366

219.36

20.93

1,475

14,970

65.51

1,550

12,759

17.11

15,600

21,462

221.20

21.13

1,496

15,069

66.23

1,574

12,766

17.13

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Range (m)

Time (sec)

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Table I-4. M26A1/2 (High Quadrant Elevation) Rocket Trajectory Data Aim

Warhead Event

Apogee

Dud Fuze (m)

QE (mil)

Fuze Setting (sec)

HOB (m)

Range (m)

Payload Time to Impact (sec)

15,700

21,506

222.05

21.33

1,501

15,171

66.54

1,585

12,765

17.13

15,800

21,551

222.91

21.53

1,506

15,271

66.84

1,596

12,765

17.13

15,900

21,594

223.76

21.73

1,511

15,371

67.14

1,607

13,054

17.63

16,000

21,638

224.61

21.93

1,516

15,473

67.43

1,618

13,053

17.63

16,100

21,733

226.46

22.13

1,537

15,572

68.15

1,642

13,052

17.63

16,200

21,776

227.31

22.33

1,541

15,674

68.44

1,653

13,051

17.63

16,300

21,820

228.16

22.54

1,545

15,775

68.72

1,665

13,050

17.63

16,400

21,914

230.00

22.74

1,565

15,874

69.43

1,689

13,049

17.63

16,500

21,953

230.86

22.95

1,569

15,976

69.70

1,700

13,038

17.61

16,600

21,996

231.71

23.16

1,572

16,077

69.96

1,711

13,323

18.11

16,700

22,040

232.57

23.37

1,576

16,178

70.23

1,723

13,322

18.11

16,800

22,132

234.41

23.58

1,596

16,278

70.93

1,747

13,320

18.11

16,900

22,174

235.26

23.79

1,599

16,379

71.18

1,759

13,320

18.11

17,000

22,218

236.11

24.01

1,601

16,480

71.42

1,770

13,319

18.11

17,100

22,309

237.95

24.22

1,621

16,580

72.12

1,795

13,326

18.13

17,200

22,351

238.81

24.43

1,623

16,681

72.36

1,807

13,326

18.13

17,300

22,442

240.65

24.65

1,642

16,781

73.05

1,831

13,597

18.61

17,400

22,484

241.50

24.87

1,644

16,883

73.28

1,843

13,604

18.63

17,500

22,525

242.36

25.08

1,646

16,984

73.49

1,855

13,604

18.63

17,600

22,615

244.20

25.30

1,665

17,084

74.18

1,880

13,602

18.63

17,700

22,657

245.05

25.52

1,666

17,185

74.39

1,892

13,601

18.63

17,800

22,746

246.89

25.74

1,684

17,286

75.07

1,917

13,599

18.63

17,900

22,787

247.75

25.96

1,685

17,386

75.27

1,929

13,599

18.63

18,000

22,875

249.59

26.19

1,703

17,487

75.94

1,955

13,875

19.13

18,100

22,916

250.44

26.41

1,704

17,589

76.13

1,967

13,874

19.13

18,200

23,003

252.28

26.64

1,721

17,688

76.79

1,993

13,872

19.13

18,300

23,045

253.14

26.87

1,721

17,790

76.97

2,005

13,871

19.13

18,400

23,132

254.98

27.09

1,739

17,890

77.63

2,030

13,869

19.13

18,500

23,172

255.83

27.32

1,738

17,992

77.79

2,042

13,869

19.13

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Range (m)

Time (sec)

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Table I-4. M26A1/2 (High Quadrant Elevation) Rocket Trajectory Data Aim

Apogee

Dud Fuze (m)

QE (mil)

Fuze Setting (sec)

HOB (m)

Range (m)

Payload Time to Impact (sec)

18,600

23,259

257.67

27.55

1,756

18,091

78.44

2,069

14,149

19.64

18,700

23,300

258.52

27.79

1,754

18,193

78.59

2,081

14,149

19.64

18,800

23,385

260.37

28.02

1,771

18,294

79.24

2,107

14,147

19.64

18,900

23,426

261.22

28.25

1,769

18,395

79.37

2,119

14,146

19.64

19,000

23,511

263.06

28.48

1,786

18,495

80.02

2,146

14,144

19.64

19,100

23,597

264.90

28.72

1,802

18,596

80.64

2,172

14,142

19.64

19,200

23,636

265.76

28.96

1,800

18,698

80.77

2,185

14,412

20.14

19,300

23,721

267.60

29.19

1,816

18,797

81.39

2,212

14,410

20.14

19,400

23,760

268.45

29.44

1,813

18,899

81.50

2,224

14,409

20.14

19,500

23,845

270.29

29.67

1,829

18,999

82.11

2,251

14,407

20.14

19,600

23,929

272.13

29.91

1,845

19,101

82.74

2,278

14,405

20.14

19,700

23,968

272.99

30.16

1,840

19,202

82.81

2,291

14,404

20.14

19,800

24,052

274.83

30.40

1,856

19,303

83.42

2,318

14,677

20.66

19,900

24,136

276.67

30.64

1,871

19,403

84.02

2,345

14,675

20.66

20,000

24,218

278.51

30.89

1,886

19,504

84.62

2,373

14,673

20.66

20,100

24,263

279.50

31.14

1,883

19,605

84.74

2,388

14,672

20.66

20,200

24,351

281.47

31.38

1,901

19,706

85.41

2,417

14,670

20.66

20,300

24,395

282.46

31.63

1,897

19,807

85.51

2,432

14,668

20.66

20,400

24,484

284.43

31.88

1,914

19,908

86.17

2,462

14,963

21.22

20,500

24,571

286.41

32.13

1,931

20,008

86.83

2,492

14,961

21.22

20,600

24,615

287.39

32.39

1,927

20,110

86.91

2,507

14,959

21.22

20,700

24,702

289.37

32.64

1,943

20,210

87.55

2,537

14,957

21.22

20,800

24,790

291.34

32.89

1,960

20,311

88.19

2,567

14,930

21.18

20,900

24,833

292.33

33.15

1,954

20,413

88.25

2,582

15,189

21.68

21,000

24,919

294.30

33.40

1,970

20,514

88.89

2,613

15,187

21.68

21,100

25,006

296.28

33.66

1,986

20,614

89.51

2,644

15,217

21.74

21,200

25,049

297.27

33.92

1,980

20,716

89.56

2,659

15,216

21.74

21,300

25,138

299.24

34.17

1,996

20,817

90.19

2,690

15,239

21.78

21,400

25,224

301.21

34.43

2,011

20,917

90.80

2,721

15,236

21.78

Range to Target (m)

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Range (m)

Time (sec)

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Rocket Ballistic Algorithm Solutions

Table I-4. M26A1/2 (High Quadrant Elevation) Rocket Trajectory Data Aim

Warhead Event

Apogee

Dud Fuze (m)

QE (mil)

Fuze Setting (sec)

HOB (m)

Range (m)

Payload Time to Impact (sec)

21,500

25,266

302.20

34.70

2,004

21,018

90.82

2,737

15,234

21.78

21,600

25,352

304.18

34.96

2,019

21,120

91.42

2,768

15,489

22.28

21,700

25,437

306.15

35.22

2,033

21,220

92.02

2,799

15,487

22.28

21,800

25,522

308.12

35.48

2,048

21,321

92.61

2,831

15,484

22.28

21,900

25,607

310.10

35.74

2,062

21,422

93.20

2,862

15,481

22.28

22,000

25,649

311.09

36.02

2,053

21,524

93.18

2,878

15,480

22.28

22,100

25,733

313.06

36.28

2,067

21,624

93.76

2,910

15,740

22.80

22,200

25,818

315.03

36.55

2,080

21,725

94.33

2,942

15,737

22.80

22,300

25,901

317.01

36.81

2,093

21,826

94.90

2,974

15,734

22.80

22,400

25,985

318.98

37.08

2,106

21,927

95.46

3,006

15,731

22.80

22,500

26,067

320.96

37.35

2,119

22,027

96.00

3,038

15,980

23.30

22,600

26,109

321.94

37.63

2,107

22,130

95.93

3,054

15,978

23.30

22,700

26,191

323.92

37.91

2,120

22,231

96.47

3,087

15,975

23.30

22,800

26,274

325.89

38.18

2,132

22,332

97.01

3,119

15,980

23.32

22,900

26,357

327.87

38.45

2,143

22,433

97.54

3,152

15,977

23.32

23,000

26,440

329.84

38.72

2,155

22,533

98.08

3,184

15,974

23.32

23,100

26,521

331.82

39.00

2,167

22,634

98.60

3,218

16,220

23.82

23,200

26,604

333.79

39.28

2,178

22,735

99.12

3,251

16,225

23.83

23,300

26,685

335.77

39.55

2,189

22,836

99.63

3,284

16,222

23.83

23,400

26,767

337.74

39.83

2,199

22,937

100.13

3,317

16,218

23.83

23,500

26,848

339.71

40.11

2,210

23,039

100.64

3,350

16,462

24.33

23,600

26,930

341.69

40.39

2,220

23,139

101.13

3,384

16,459

24.33

23,700

27,010

343.66

40.67

2,230

23,240

101.62

3,418

16,455

24.33

23,800

27,091

345.64

40.96

2,239

23,342

102.10

3,452

16,452

24.33

23,900

27,171

347.61

41.24

2,249

23,443

102.58

3,485

16,448

24.33

24,000

27,253

349.59

41.52

2,258

23,544

103.06

3,520

16,698

24.85

24,100

27,333

351.56

41.80

2,267

23,645

103.52

3,554

16,694

24.85

24,200

27,414

353.54

42.09

2,276

23,746

103.99

3,588

16,691

24.85

24,300

27,493

355.51

42.38

2,284

23,847

104.44

3,623

16,687

24.85

Range to Target (m)

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Range (m)

Time (sec)

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Table I-4. M26A1/2 (High Quadrant Elevation) Rocket Trajectory Data Aim

Apogee

Dud Fuze (m)

QE (mil)

Fuze Setting (sec)

HOB (m)

Range (m)

Payload Time to Impact (sec)

24,400

27,572

357.48

42.67

2,292

23,948

104.88

3,657

16,682

24.85

24,500

27,691

360.45

42.94

2,327

24,048

106.01

3,709

16,920

25.35

24,600

27,771

362.42

43.23

2,334

24,149

106.45

3,744

16,923

25.36

24,700

27,850

364.39

43.52

2,342

24,251

106.88

3,779

16,920

25.36

24,800

27,928

366.37

43.81

2,349

24,352

107.30

3,814

16,915

25.36

24,900

28,008

368.34

44.11

2,356

24,453

107.72

3,849

17,160

25.88

25,000

28,086

370.32

44.40

2,362

24,555

108.13

3,885

17,156

25.88

25,100

28,165

372.29

44.70

2,369

24,656

108.54

3,920

17,152

25.88

25,200

28,279

375.25

44.98

2,401

24,755

109.61

3,973

17,159

25.91

25,300

28,356

377.23

45.28

2,406

24,857

109.99

4,009

17,363

26.35

25,400

28,435

379.20

45.58

2,411

24,958

110.38

4,045

17,389

26.41

25,500

28,513

381.18

45.88

2,416

25,059

110.76

4,081

17,384

26.41

25,600

28,591

383.15

46.17

2,422

25,161

111.14

4,117

17,380

26.41

25,700

28,668

385.13

46.47

2,426

25,263

111.50

4,153

17,353

26.36

25,800

28,785

388.09

46.76

2,460

25,362

112.61

4,208

17,584

26.86

25,900

28,863

390.06

47.06

2,464

25,464

112.97

4,245

17,608

26.93

26,000

28,940

392.04

47.36

2,467

25,565

113.31

4,281

17,604

26.93

26,100

29,017

394.01

47.66

2,471

25,667

113.66

4,318

17,599

26.93

26,200

29,133

396.97

47.95

2,504

25,767

114.75

4,374

17,827

27.43

26,300

29,210

398.95

48.25

2,507

25,868

115.09

4,411

17,822

27.43

26,400

29,287

400.92

48.56

2,510

25,970

115.41

4,448

17,825

27.44

26,500

29,364

402.89

48.87

2,512

26,071

115.73

4,486

17,820

27.44

26,600

29,479

405.86

49.15

2,545

26,171

116.81

4,542

18,046

27.94

26,700

29,556

407.83

49.46

2,547

26,273

117.12

4,580

18,041

27.94

26,800

29,632

409.80

49.77

2,549

26,374

117.43

4,617

18,036

27.94

26,900

29,747

412.77

50.06

2,581

26,474

118.51

4,674

18,028

27.94

27,000

29,823

414.74

50.37

2,582

26,575

118.80

4,712

18,254

28.44

27,100

29,900

416.72

50.68

2,583

26,677

119.09

4,751

18,249

28.44

27,200

30,014

419.68

50.97

2,615

26,777

120.15

4,808

18,248

28.46

Range to Target (m)

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Warhead Event

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Apogee Altitude (m)

Range (m)

Time (sec)

12 August 2008

Rocket Ballistic Algorithm Solutions

Table I-4. M26A1/2 (High Quadrant Elevation) Rocket Trajectory Data Aim

Warhead Event

Apogee

Dud Fuze (m)

QE (mil)

Fuze Setting (sec)

HOB (m)

Range (m)

Payload Time to Impact (sec)

27,300

30,090

421.65

51.28

2,616

26,879

120.43

4,847

18,243

28.46

27,400

30,166

423.63

51.60

2,616

26,980

120.69

4,885

18,467

28.96

27,500

30,279

426.59

51.87

2,651

27,075

121.83

4,944

18,459

28.96

27,600

30,356

428.56

52.19

2,650

27,178

122.07

4,983

18,453

28.96

27,700

30,431

430.54

52.51

2,649

27,280

122.30

5,022

18,448

28.96

27,800

30,545

433.50

52.80

2,680

27,380

123.36

5,080

18,668

29.46

27,900

30,620

435.47

53.12

2,679

27,482

123.59

5,120

18,662

29.46

28,000

30,734

438.43

53.42

2,710

27,582

124.65

5,179

18,660

29.47

28,100

30,809

440.41

53.74

2,707

27,686

124.85

5,219

18,654

29.47

28,200

30,926

443.37

54.04

2,740

27,789

125.93

5,279

18,902

30.03

28,300

31,002

445.34

54.36

2,736

27,893

126.12

5,319

18,896

30.03

28,400

31,077

447.32

54.67

2,737

27,990

126.38

5,360

18,890

30.03

28,500

31,190

450.28

54.96

2,768

28,090

127.44

5,420

18,887

30.05

28,600

31,266

452.25

55.28

2,765

28,192

127.63

5,460

18,881

30.05

28,700

31,379

455.22

55.58

2,797

28,292

128.70

5,521

19,097

30.55

28,800

31,454

457.19

55.90

2,793

28,394

128.88

5,562

19,090

30.55

28,900

31,567

460.15

56.20

2,824

28,493

129.93

5,623

19,080

30.55

29,000

31,641

462.13

56.52

2,820

28,595

130.09

5,664

19,298

31.05

29,100

31,754

465.09

56.82

2,852

28,695

131.15

5,726

19,296

31.07

29,200

31,829

467.06

57.15

2,847

28,797

131.31

5,768

19,289

31.07

29,300

31,940

470.02

57.45

2,878

28,897

132.35

5,830

19,278

31.07

29,400

32,013

472.00

57.78

2,871

28,999

132.46

5,871

19,494

31.57

29,500

32,124

474.96

58.08

2,901

29,099

133.49

5,934

19,483

31.57

29,600

32,199

476.93

58.41

2,895

29,201

133.63

5,976

19,476

31.57

29,700

32,310

479.90

58.71

2,925

29,301

134.65

6,039

19,492

31.63

29,800

32,384

481.87

59.04

2,919

29,403

134.77

6,081

19,707

32.13

29,900

32,495

484.83

59.35

2,949

29,503

135.79

6,145

19,696

32.13

30,000

32,569

486.81

59.68

2,942

29,605

135.90

6,187

19,667

32.08

30,100

32,680

489.77

59.98

2,972

29,705

136.92

6,251

19,683

32.14

Range to Target (m)

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Range (m)

Time (sec)

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Appendix I

Table I-4. M26A1/2 (High Quadrant Elevation) Rocket Trajectory Data Aim

Apogee

Dud Fuze (m)

QE (mil)

Fuze Setting (sec)

HOB (m)

Range (m)

Payload Time to Impact (sec)

30,200

32,754

491.74

60.31

2,965

29,807

137.02

6,294

19,896

32.64

30,300

32,867

494.70

60.62

2,996

29,907

138.06

6,359

19,864

32.60

30,400

32,941

496.68

60.95

2,988

30,009

138.17

6,402

19,884

32.66

30,500

33,051

499.64

61.25

3,017

30,109

139.15

6,467

19,864

32.64

30,600

33,125

501.61

61.59

3,009

30,210

139.24

6,510

20,076

33.14

30,700

33,236

504.58

61.89

3,038

30,311

140.25

6,576

20,063

33.14

30,800

33,310

506.55

62.23

3,029

30,412

140.31

6,620

20,062

33.16

30,900

33,420

509.51

62.54

3,059

30,513

141.32

6,685

20,268

33.66

31,000

33,530

512.45

62.85

3,087

30,613

142.30

6,751

20,255

33.66

31,100

33,603

514.41

63.18

3,076

30,715

142.33

6,795

20,246

33.66

31,200

33,712

517.34

63.49

3,105

30,815

143.30

6,861

20,233

33.66

31,300

33,785

519.30

63.83

3,093

30,917

143.31

6,905

20,442

34.16

31,400

33,888

522.23

64.15

3,116

31,017

144.16

6,970

20,426

34.16

31,500

33,997

525.16

64.46

3,144

31,117

145.13

7,037

20,412

34.16

31,600

34,106

528.10

64.78

3,171

31,217

146.09

7,103

20,615

34.66

31,700

34,179

530.05

65.12

3,159

31,319

146.09

7,148

20,606

34.66

31,800

34,288

532.98

65.43

3,188

31,419

147.07

7,216

20,591

34.66

31,900

34,398

535.92

65.74

3,215

31,519

148.03

7,283

20,577

34.66

32,000

34,471

537.87

66.08

3,203

31,622

148.02

7,328

20,790

35.18

32,100

34,580

540.80

66.39

3,230

31,722

148.98

7,396

20,775

35.18

32,200

34,690

543.74

66.70

3,259

31,822

149.95

7,465

20,760

35.18

32,300

34,763

545.69

67.04

3,245

31,924

149.93

7,510

20,750

35.18

32,400

34,871

548.62

67.35

3,273

32,024

150.88

7,579

20,950

35.68

32,500

34,944

550.58

67.70

3,259

32,125

150.84

7,625

20,940

35.68

32,600

35,060

553.51

67.99

3,293

32,226

151.96

7,696

20,941

35.71

32,700

35,167

556.44

68.31

3,319

32,325

152.86

7,765

21,132

36.19

32,800

35,238

558.40

68.66

3,303

32,428

152.79

7,812

21,122

36.19

32,900

35,346

561.33

68.98

3,329

32,528

153.71

7,882

21,112

36.21

33,000

35,447

564.26

69.32

3,348

32,629

154.48

7,950

21,300

36.69

Range to Target (m)

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Warhead Event

FM 3-09.60

Apogee Altitude (m)

Range (m)

Time (sec)

12 August 2008

Rocket Ballistic Algorithm Solutions

Table I-4. M26A1/2 (High Quadrant Elevation) Rocket Trajectory Data Aim

Warhead Event

Apogee

Dud Fuze (m)

QE (mil)

Fuze Setting (sec)

HOB (m)

Range (m)

Payload Time to Impact (sec)

33,100

35,554

567.20

69.63

3,375

32,728

155.42

8,021

21,283

36.69

33,200

35,626

569.15

69.98

3,358

32,831

155.32

8,068

21,272

36.69

33,300

35,740

572.08

70.28

3,391

32,930

156.41

8,140

21,264

36.71

33,400

35,848

575.02

70.61

3,417

33,031

157.32

8,211

21,460

37.21

33,500

35,919

576.97

70.96

3,399

33,133

157.20

8,259

21,455

37.22

33,600

36,028

579.90

71.27

3,427

33,233

158.16

8,331

21,437

37.22

33,700

36,136

582.84

71.59

3,453

33,333

159.08

8,403

21,446

37.28

33,800

36,241

585.77

71.92

3,477

33,433

159.96

8,475

21,613

37.72

33,900

36,313

587.72

72.27

3,458

33,535

159.82

8,523

21,627

37.78

34,000

36,419

590.66

72.59

3,483

33,635

160.73

8,595

21,608

37.78

34,100

36,526

593.59

72.92

3,508

33,736

161.62

8,668

21,781

38.24

34,200

36,632

596.52

73.25

3,532

33,836

162.50

8,741

21,762

38.24

34,300

36,739

599.46

73.57

3,558

33,936

163.41

8,815

21,769

38.30

34,400

36,810

601.41

73.93

3,537

34,038

163.23

8,863

21,756

38.30

34,500

36,915

604.34

74.25

3,561

34,138

164.11

8,937

21,947

38.80

34,600

37,021

607.28

74.58

3,586

34,239

165.00

9,012

21,927

38.80

34,700

37,129

610.21

74.91

3,611

34,339

165.91

9,086

21,914

38.82

34,800

37,200

612.16

75.26

3,590

34,441

165.72

9,136

22,110

39.32

34,900

37,304

615.10

75.60

3,612

34,541

166.55

9,210

22,089

39.32

35,000

37,410

618.03

75.93

3,635

34,642

167.42

9,285

22,067

39.32

35,100

37,516

620.96

76.25

3,660

34,741

168.30

9,360

22,256

39.82

35,200

37,622

623.89

76.58

3,683

34,842

169.16

9,436

22,234

39.82

35,300

37,693

625.85

76.94

3,660

34,944

168.94

9,486

22,219

39.82

35,400

37,798

628.78

77.27

3,684

35,044

169.81

9,562

22,413

40.33

35,500

37,903

631.71

77.61

3,707

35,144

170.65

9,639

22,390

40.33

35,600

38,008

634.65

77.94

3,728

35,245

171.48

9,715

22,368

40.33

35,700

38,114

637.58

78.27

3,753

35,345

172.37

9,792

22,554

40.83

35,800

38,219

640.51

78.61

3,775

35,445

173.20

9,869

22,537

40.85

35,900

38,288

642.47

78.97

3,749

35,547

172.92

9,921

22,521

40.85

Range to Target (m)

12 August 2008

FM 3-09.60

Apogee Altitude (m)

Range (m)

Time (sec)

I-39

Appendix I

Table I-4. M26A1/2 (High Quadrant Elevation) Rocket Trajectory Data Aim

Apogee

Dud Fuze (m)

QE (mil)

Fuze Setting (sec)

HOB (m)

Range (m)

Payload Time to Impact (sec)

36,000

38,391

645.40

79.31

3,768

35,648

173.69

9,997

22,497

40.85

36,100

38,495

648.33

79.65

3,790

35,748

174.52

10,075

22,681

41.35

36,200

38,599

651.26

79.99

3,811

35,848

175.32

10,153

22,656

41.35

36,300

38,702

654.20

80.33

3,832

35,948

176.13

10,231

22,632

41.35

36,400

38,806

657.13

80.67

3,853

36,049

176.93

10,310

22,814

41.85

36,500

38,910

660.06

81.01

3,873

36,149

177.74

10,389

22,788

41.85

36,600

39,014

662.99

81.35

3,894

36,249

178.54

10,467

22,769

41.86

36,700

39,117

665.93

81.69

3,914

36,350

179.33

10,547

22,950

42.36

36,800

39,188

667.88

82.05

3,889

36,452

179.06

10,600

22,933

42.36

36,900

39,291

670.81

82.39

3,908

36,552

179.83

10,680

22,907

42.36

37,000

39,392

673.75

82.74

3,925

36,652

180.56

10,759

23,086

42.86

37,100

39,495

676.68

83.09

3,945

36,752

181.34

10,839

23,059

42.86

37,200

39,597

679.61

83.43

3,964

36,853

182.10

10,920

23,038

42.88

37,300

39,700

682.55

83.78

3,982

36,953

182.86

11,000

23,215

43.38

37,400

39,803

685.48

84.13

4,000

37,054

183.60

11,081

23,187

43.38

37,500

39,905

688.41

84.47

4,019

37,154

184.36

11,162

23,159

43.38

37,600

40,008

691.34

84.82

4,038

37,254

185.13

11,243

23,361

43.94

37,700

40,110

694.28

85.16

4,056

37,354

185.87

11,325

23,313

43.89

37,800

40,213

697.21

85.51

4,074

37,455

186.61

11,407

23,283

43.89

37,900

40,317

700.14

85.85

4,095

37,555

187.42

11,489

23,484

44.46

38,000

40,419

703.07

86.20

4,112

37,655

188.15

11,572

23,454

44.46

38,100

40,522

706.01

86.55

4,130

37,756

188.89

11,655

23,405

44.41

38,200

40,621

708.94

86.91

4,145

37,856

189.56

11,737

23,596

44.96

38,300

40,723

711.87

87.26

4,161

37,957

190.27

11,820

23,546

44.91

38,400

40,825

714.80

87.61

4,179

38,057

191.00

11,904

23,540

44.97

38,500

40,927

717.74

87.96

4,196

38,157

191.72

11,987

23,712

45.47

38,600

41,029

720.67

88.31

4,212

38,257

192.43

12,071

23,680

45.47

38,700

41,097

722.62

88.68

4,178

38,360

191.98

12,127

23,658

45.47

38,800

41,199

725.56

89.03

4,195

38,460

192.71

12,211

23,631

45.49

Range to Target (m)

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Warhead Event

Apogee

Dud Fuze (m)

QE (mil)

Fuze Setting (sec)

HOB (m)

Range (m)

Payload Time to Impact (sec)

38,900

41,301

728.49

89.38

4,212

38,560

193.42

12,296

23,802

45.99

39,000

41,403

731.42

89.73

4,228

38,661

194.13

12,381

23,768

45.99

39,100

41,508

734.35

90.08

4,248

38,761

194.91

12,466

23,735

45.99

39,200

41,609

737.29

90.43

4,264

38,861

195.61

12,552

23,910

46.50

39,300

41,707

740.22

90.79

4,275

38,961

196.20

12,637

23,868

46.49

39,400

41,807

743.15

91.16

4,287

39,062

196.82

12,722

24,042

47.00

39,500

41,938

747.06

91.50

4,350

39,160

198.58

12,837

23,994

47.00

39,600

42,036

749.99

91.87

4,360

39,261

199.17

12,923

23,958

47.00

39,700

42,134

752.93

92.24

4,371

39,361

199.76

13,010

24,124

47.50

39,800

42,231

755.86

92.61

4,381

39,462

200.32

13,097

24,093

47.52

39,900

42,328

758.79

92.98

4,389

39,562

200.87

13,183

24,056

47.52

40,000

42,424

761.73

93.35

4,397

39,663

201.40

13,271

24,219

48.02

40,100

42,521

764.66

93.73

4,405

39,764

201.94

13,358

24,181

48.02

40,200

42,650

768.57

94.08

4,466

39,862

203.66

13,476

24,137

48.03

40,300

42,745

771.50

94.46

4,472

39,963

204.14

13,564

24,299

48.53

40,400

42,836

774.43

94.85

4,472

40,064

204.51

13,651

24,258

48.53

40,500

42,927

777.37

95.24

4,473

40,165

204.91

13,740

24,419

49.03

40,600

43,049

781.28

95.63

4,523

40,264

206.39

13,858

24,365

49.03

40,700

43,139

784.21

96.03

4,522

40,365

206.75

13,947

24,323

49.03

40,800

43,257

788.12

96.42

4,568

40,464

208.15

14,066

24,474

49.55

40,900

43,346

791.05

96.82

4,563

40,566

208.44

14,155

24,432

49.55

41,000

43,462

794.96

97.23

4,606

40,665

209.78

14,275

24,574

50.05

41,100

43,549

797.89

97.63

4,600

40,766

210.03

14,365

24,530

50.05

41,200

43,637

800.83

98.04

4,597

40,867

210.33

14,456

24,493

50.07

41,300

43,750

804.74

98.46

4,633

40,966

211.55

14,576

24,633

50.57

41,400

43,858

808.65

98.89

4,662

41,067

212.61

14,696

24,572

50.57

41,500

43,965

812.56

99.33

4,693

41,166

213.70

14,817

24,709

51.07

41,600

44,044

815.49

99.77

4,672

41,270

213.65

14,909

24,687

51.13

41,700

44,149

819.40 100.20

4,704

41,365

214.78

15,030

24,631

51.14

Range to Target (m)

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I-42

Dud Fuze (m)

Warhead Event QE (mil)

Fuze Setting (sec)

HOB (m)

Range (m)

Payload Time to Impact (sec)

Apogee Apogee Altitude (m)

Range (m)

Time (sec)

41,800

44,251

823.31 100.67

4,722

41,469

215.62

15,152

24,765

51.64

41,900

44,352

827.22 101.13

4,742

41,569

216.50

15,275

24,700

51.64

42,000

44,451

831.13 101.60

4,760

41,670

217.33

15,397

24,831

52.14

42,100

44,549

835.04 102.07

4,774

41,770

218.10

15,520

24,765

52.14

42,200

44,646

838.95 102.55

4,787

41,871

218.84

15,644

24,900

52.66

42,300

44,757

843.84 103.07

4,828

41,971

220.24

15,798

24,814

52.66

42,400

44,845

847.75 103.58

4,828

42,072

220.73

15,922

24,939

53.16

42,500

44,951

852.64 104.13

4,863

42,172

222.01

16,077

24,850

53.16

42,600

45,035

856.55 104.65

4,856

42,274

222.34

16,202

24,979

53.68

42,700

45,135

861.43 105.21

4,882

42,374

223.45

16,358

24,888

53.68

42,800

45,232

866.32 105.80

4,897

42,478

224.33

16,514

24,988

54.18

42,900

45,343

872.19 106.46

4,934

42,584

225.77

16,702

25,067

54.68

43,000

45,433

877.07 107.08

4,935

42,690

226.38

16,860

24,977

54.69

43,100

45,544

883.92 107.84

4,977

42,798

228.02

17,080

25,030

55.19

43,200

45,636

889.78 108.57

4,983

42,906

228.84

17,270

25,100

55.69

43,300

45,737

896.62 109.38

5,005

43,017

230.08

17,491

25,146

56.19

43,400

45,827

903.47 110.22

5,010

43,127

231.00

17,713

25,004

56.21

43,500

45,929

912.27 111.24

5,040

43,240

232.61

17,999

24,998

56.71

43,600

46,025

922.04 112.40

5,062

43,357

234.17

18,318

25,149

57.71

43,700

46,113

933.77 113.80

5,075

43,478

235.78

18,702

25,063

58.22

43,800

46,182

950.39 115.83

5,065

43,611

237.48

19,245

25,042

59.29

43,900

46,181

950.39 116.24

4,889

43,712

234.00

19,246

25,042

59.29

44,000

46,181

950.39 116.65

4,712

43,814

230.47

19,245

25,042

59.29

40,100

42,521

764.66

93.73

4,405

39,764

201.94

13,358

24,181

48.02

40,200

42,650

768.57

94.08

4,466

39,862

203.66

13,476

24,137

48.03

40,300

42,745

771.50

94.46

4,472

39,963

204.14

13,564

24,299

48.53

40,400

42,836

774.43

94.85

4,472

40,064

204.51

13,651

24,258

48.53

40,500

42,927

777.37

95.24

4,473

40,165

204.91

13,740

24,419

49.03

40,600

43,049

781.28

95.63

4,523

40,264

206.39

13,858

24,365

49.03

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Table I-4. M26A1/2 (High Quadrant Elevation) Rocket Trajectory Data Aim

Warhead Event

Apogee

Dud Fuze (m)

QE (mil)

Fuze Setting (sec)

HOB (m)

Range (m)

Payload Time to Impact (sec)

40,700

43,139

784.21

96.03

4,522

40,365

206.75

13,947

24,323

49.03

40,800

43,257

788.12

96.42

4,568

40,464

208.15

14,066

24,474

49.55

40,900

43,346

791.05

96.82

4,563

40,566

208.44

14,155

24,432

49.55

41,000

43,462

794.96

97.23

4,606

40,665

209.78

14,275

24,574

50.05

41,100

43,549

797.89

97.63

4,600

40,766

210.03

14,365

24,530

50.05

41,200

43,637

800.83

98.04

4,597

40,867

210.33

14,456

24,493

50.07

41,300

43,750

804.74

98.46

4,633

40,966

211.55

14,576

24,633

50.57

41,400

43,858

808.65

98.89

4,662

41,067

212.61

14,696

24,572

50.57

41,500

43,965

812.56

99.33

4,693

41,166

213.70

14,817

24,709

51.07

41,600

44,044

815.49

99.77

4,672

41,270

213.65

14,909

24,687

51.13

41,700

44,149

819.40 100.20

4,704

41,365

214.78

15,030

24,631

51.14

41,800

44,251

823.31 100.67

4,722

41,469

215.62

15,152

24,765

51.64

41,900

44,352

827.22 101.13

4,742

41,569

216.50

15,275

24,700

51.64

42,000

44,451

831.13 101.60

4,760

41,670

217.33

15,397

24,831

52.14

42,100

44,549

835.04 102.07

4,774

41,770

218.10

15,520

24,765

52.14

42,200

44,646

838.95 102.55

4,787

41,871

218.84

15,644

24,900

52.66

42,300

44,757

843.84 103.07

4,828

41,971

220.24

15,798

24,814

52.66

42,400

44,845

847.75 103.58

4,828

42,072

220.73

15,922

24,939

53.16

42,500

44,951

852.64 104.13

4,863

42,172

222.01

16,077

24,850

53.16

42,600

45,035

856.55 104.65

4,856

42,274

222.34

16,202

24,979

53.68

42,700

45,135

861.43 105.21

4,882

42,374

223.45

16,358

24,888

53.68

42,800

45,232

866.32 105.80

4,897

42,478

224.33

16,514

24,988

54.18

42,900

45,343

872.19 106.46

4,934

42,584

225.77

16,702

25,067

54.68

43,000

45,433

877.07 107.08

4,935

42,690

226.38

16,860

24,977

54.69

43,100

45,544

883.92 107.84

4,977

42,798

228.02

17,080

25,030

55.19

43,200

45,636

889.78 108.57

4,983

42,906

228.84

17,270

25,100

55.69

43,300

45,737

896.62 109.38

5,005

43,017

230.08

17,491

25,146

56.19

43,400

45,827

903.47 110.22

5,010

43,127

231.00

17,713

25,004

56.21

43,500

45,929

912.27 111.24

5,040

43,240

232.61

17,999

24,998

56.71

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Range (m)

Time (sec)

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Table I-4. M26A1/2 (High Quadrant Elevation) Rocket Trajectory Data Aim Range to Target (m)

Dud Fuze (m)

Warhead Event QE (mil)

Fuze Setting (sec)

HOB (m)

Range (m)

Payload Time to Impact (sec)

Apogee Apogee Altitude (m)

Range (m)

Time (sec)

43,600

46,025

922.04 112.40

5,062

43,357

234.17

18,318

25,149

57.71

43,700

46,113

933.77 113.80

5,075

43,478

235.78

18,702

25,063

58.22

43,800

46,182

950.39 115.83

5,065

43,611

237.48

19,245

25,042

59.29

43,900

46,181

950.39 116.24

4,889

43,712

234.00

19,246

25,042

59.29

44,000

46,181

950.39 116.65

4,712

43,814

230.47

19,245

25,042

59.29

44,100

46,181

950.39 117.07

4,534

43,915

226.86

19,246

25,042

59.29

44,200

46,181

950.39 117.49

4,354

44,016

223.18

19,245

25,042

59.29

44,300

46,182

950.39 117.91

4,173

44,117

219.45

19,245

25,042

59.29

44,400

46,182

950.39 118.34

3,991

44,217

215.66

19,245

25,042

59.29

44,500

46,182

950.39 118.76

3,808

44,317

211.78

19,245

25,042

59.29

44,600

46,182

950.39 119.19

3,624

44,416

207.85

19,245

25,042

59.29

44,700

46,181

950.39 119.63

3,438

44,515

203.85

19,246

25,042

59.29

44,800

46,182

950.39 120.06

3,251

44,615

199.76

19,245

25,042

59.29

44,900

46,182

950.39 120.51

3,062

44,713

195.60

19,245

25,042

59.29

45,000

46,181

950.39 120.95

2,872

44,812

191.36

19,246

25,042

59.29

45,100

46,181

950.39 121.40

2,680

44,911

187.01

19,246

25,042

59.29

45,200

46,182

950.39 121.86

2,486

45,009

182.60

19,245

25,042

59.29

45,300

46,182

950.39 122.31

2,291

45,107

178.08

19,245

25,042

59.29

45,400

46,182

950.39 122.78

2,092

45,206

173.44

19,245

25,042

59.29

45,500

46,181

950.39 123.26

1,892

45,304

168.71

19,245

25,042

59.29

45,600

46,182

950.39 123.74

1,688

45,404

163.84

19,245

25,042

59.29

45,700

46,182

950.39 124.23

1,479

45,504

158.80

19,245

25,042

59.29

45,800

46,181

950.39 124.74

1,265

45,605

153.58

19,245

25,042

59.29

45,900 46,000 Note: Blank cells indicate that a solution is not available for the range indicated.

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Appendix I

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I-46

Apogee

QE (mil)

Time to Impact (sec)

Time (sec)

Altitude (m)

Range (m)

7,500

150

16.8

8.14

319

4,411

7,600

153

17.1

8.14

334

4,410

7,700

157

17.5

8.64

349

4,628

7,800

160

17.8

8.64

364

4,627

7,900

163

18.2

8.64

380

4,626

8,000

167

18.5

9.14

396

4,836

8,100

171

18.9

9.14

414

4,835

8,200

174

19.3

9.14

431

4,834

8,300

178

19.6

9.64

449

5,038

8,400

182

20.0

9.66

468

5,042

8,500

186

20.4

9.66

487

5,040

8,600

190

20.8

9.66

507

5,039

8,700

194

21.1

10.14

528

5,230

8,800

198

21.5

10.14

549

5,228

8,900

202

21.9

10.64

571

5,419

9,000

206

22.3

10.64

593

5,417

9,100

210

22.7

10.64

617

5,415

9,200

215

23.1

11.14

640

5,601

9,300

219

23.5

11.14

665

5,598

9,400

224

23.9

11.14

690

5,595

9,500

228

24.3

11.66

716

5,783

9,600

233

24.8

11.64

743

5,773

9,700

238

25.2

11.64

770

5,770

9,800

243

25.6

12.14

799

5,947

9,900

247

26.1

12.16

828

5,948

10,000

252

26.5

12.16

858

5,944

10,100

258

26.9

12.66

889

6,116

10,200

263

27.4

12.64

920

6,106

10,300

268

27.9

13.14

953

6,273

10,400

273

28.3

13.16

987

6,274

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Apogee

QE (mil)

Time to Impact (sec)

Time (sec)

Altitude (m)

Range (m)

10,500

279

28.8

13.16

1,021

6,269

10,600

284

29.2

13.66

1,056

6,432

10,700

290

29.7

13.66

1,093

6,426

10,800

296

30.2

13.66

1,130

6,420

10,900

302

30.7

14.16

1,169

6,579

11,000

308

31.2

14.16

1,209

6,572

11,100

314

31.7

14.66

1,249

6,727

11,200

320

32.2

14.66

1,291

6,719

11,300

326

32.7

15.16

1,334

6,871

11,400

333

33.2

15.16

1,379

6,863

11,500

339

33.7

15.16

1,424

6,854

11,600

346

34.3

15.66

1,471

7,001

11,700

353

34.8

15.67

1,519

6,996

11,800

359

35.4

16.17

1,569

7,140

11,900

367

35.9

16.16

1,620

7,124

12,000

374

36.5

16.66

1,673

7,264

12,100

381

37.0

16.66

1,727

7,252

12,200

388

37.6

17.16

1,782

7,389

12,300

396

38.2

17.16

1,840

7,374

12,400

404

38.8

17.66

1,899

7,507

12,500

412

39.4

17.66

1,961

7,492

12,600

420

40.0

18.16

2,024

7,621

12,700

428

40.7

18.17

2,090

7,607

12,800

437

41.3

18.66

2,157

7,727

12,900

446

42.0

18.67

2,227

7,712

13,000

455

42.6

19.17

2,300

7,832

13,100

464

43.3

19.17

2,375

7,809

13,200

473

44.0

19.67

2,453

7,925

13,300

483

44.7

20.17

2,533

8,037

13,400

493

45.5

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Table I-5. M28A1/A2 Rocket (Reduced Range, Practice) Ballistic Algorithm Solutions Aim Range to Target (m)

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QE (mil)

Time to Impact (sec)

Time (sec)

Altitude (m)

Range (m)

13,500

504

46.2

20.67

2,705

8,116

13,600

514

47.0

21.17

2,797

8,218

13,700

525

47.8

21.17

2,892

8,184

13,800

537

48.6

21.67

2,993

8,279

13,900

549

49.5

22.17

3,098

8,370

14,000

562

50.4

22.17

3,210

8,326

14,100

575

51.3

22.73

3,329

8,423

14,200

589

52.3

23.23

3,456

8,497

14,300

604

53.3

23.73

3,592

8,563

14,400

620

54.4

24.25

3,741

8,624

14,500

638

55.6

24.73

3,905

8,665

14,600

657

57.0

25.23

4,089

8,694

14,700

680

58.5

25.75

4,304

8,706

14,800

708

60.3

26.75

4,571

8,793

14,900

749

63.0

27.75

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Appendix J

JSTARS CGS Interoperability Procedures for the MLRS Battalion This appendix provides the tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTP) for MLRS battalion employment of a CGS while conducting ATACM missions. The MLRS battalion and CGS crew should use these procedures as a guide for development of individual TSOPs tailored to their mission(s).

JSTARS J-1. The JSTARS is an Army and U.S. Air Force multi-service system designed to provide real time surveillance, intelligence, targeting, and battlefield management information to the land component commander. The JSTARS components consist of 2 major subgroups: the E-8C aircraft (a Boeing 707 variant) and the Army CGS. JSTARS can locate and track moving vehicles over a large surveillance area day or night and in almost all weather conditions. The aircraft sends this information near real time (NRT) to CGSs on the ground. The radar aboard the aircraft operates in 2 modes: moving target indicator (MTI) and synthetic aperture radar (SAR). Commanders often use the SAR capability to determine the disposition of stationary vehicles and weapon systems. Figure J-1 displays the JSTARS MTI radar capabilities. Figure J-2 outlines some of the JSTARS SAR capabilities. JSTARS MTI Can Detect—

Moving ground vehicles the size of a HMMWV. Slow-moving aircraft (fixed and rotary wing). Convoy movement (speed, direction, location, and time). Choke points based on traffic analysis. Operational bridges and causeways due to traffic pattern analysis. Possible locations of logistics sites, CPs, and rest stops. JSTARS MTI Cannot—

See through hills and mountains because of terrain masking. Identify the difference between types of vehicles (e.g., T-55 or T-72). Determine where static defended areas are; if they are manned, with what type of weapon system. Locate, track, and identify people moving on the ground. Detect or track rockets or tactical ballistic missiles in flight. Figure J-1. JSTARS MTI Capabilities

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JSTARS SAR Can—

Through pattern analysis, confirm the presence of occupied artillery, surface to air missile, and air and missile defense (AMD) sites. Locate individual vehicles. Refine target accuracy/description. Support limited BDA; e.g., bridges (by looking for traffic on them). JSTARS SAR Cannot—

Identify the type of vehicles that are in a particular location, only if they are there or not. By itself, detect mobile SSM units (the JSTARS must cue or be cued by other sensors). Build a theater-level mosaic (because the SAR frame is relatively small compared to the view provided by the MTI radar). Figure J-2. JSTARS SAR Capabilities

COMMON GROUND STATION J-2. The CGS is the ground communications link to the airborne station of the JSTARS. There are up to 6 CGSs at corps, supporting the corps FC/FE and other elements designated by the commander. The CGS can send targets to AFATDS using the fire mission-call for fire (FM;CFF/K02.04) message and target information in the artillery target intelligence coordinate report (ATI;CDR/K02.09) message. The CGS can communicate using wire, MSE, SINCGARS, or TACSAT. J-3. The JSTARS system can locate and potentially classify (wheel/track) targets with sufficient accuracy for AFOM employment. JSTARS can also predict movement routes. The JSTARS CGS can predict target locations and time-on-location data for moving targets. J-4. The CGS supports cross-cueing operations against single- and multiple-vehicle targets. In this role, the CGS operator can track vehicle movements from SSM launch sites reported from other sources to hide or reload locations. The CGS automatically records “tracks,” so the operator can “replay” them to monitor the target's movement until it stops. The CGS operator may give the location to the JSTARS aircraft (or other sensors such as a UAS) with a request for more information or target location confirmation. The operator may also pass it to the FDC as a target location for engagement. J-5. The CGS can receive and display imagery from UAS ground control stations. It has a joint tactical terminal (JTT) communications system for the receipt of SIGINT data from the various IEW sensors capable of collecting this type of data. The CGS can overlay the SIGINT data on its display for correlation with JSTARS and UAS imagery data. J-6. The JSTARS CGS has the ability to display maps, friendly graphics, enemy graphics, NAIs, and TAIs. This allows the CGS operator to scan areas that the corps commander has deemed vital to the operation. The CGS is also a valuable tool in supporting cue-track operations against single- and multiplevehicle targets. For example, the CGS operator may be tasked to track vehicle movements from SSM launch sites to locations where the vehicle may return to hide or begin reloading operations. J-7. The JSTARS CGS operators can perform all their tasks from within the FA TOC by using a remote workstation (RWS). The RWS is linked to the CGS with fiber optic cable. Each CGS supports up to 4 RWSs. Locating the RWS in the MLRS battalion TOC greatly improves coordination. Note: The CGS operator can only view or enter locations expressed in either latitude/longitude (lat/long) or the military grid reference system (MGRS), not the UTM system. However, the CGS can convert the lat/long coordinates to UTM grid before sending the data to AFATDS. To avoid confusion, send only short UTM grids to the CGS. The CGS location data is expressed in the default datum entered during setup. The CGS must operate in the same datum to avoid coordinate errors.

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STAFF ACTIONS AND EQUIPMENT SETUP PROCEDURES J-8. The corps commander (or his designated representative) determines the need for the CGS to be collocated with the MLRS battalion based on his concept of operation and guidance for attacking HPTs with short dwell times. His guidance is incorporated into taskings for the target acquisition systems and fire support units. These taskings include engagement areas (EAs), NAIs, TAIs, cueing and reporting instructions for sensors, and instructions for “shooters.” The EAs or TAIs are developed where SSM transporter erector launcher (TEL) activities have been identified through the IPB process. J-9. The corps matches launchers with targets through weapons target pairing. The corps sends the targets and target numbers to the MLRS battalion. The corps then clears the platoon and target area airspace (and conducts necessary coordination) for the decentralized execution missions. Careful positioning of launchers can enable the corps to range a majority of targets on the battlefield without moving the launcher loader module due to the AFOM off-axis launch capability.

FRAGORD J-10. The FRAGORD provides the execution authority for collocating the CGS with the MLRS battalion. It changes the mission for both the CGS and the MLRS battalion. The corps must provide reaction time (such as CGS travel time and database maintenance) prior to FRAGORD effective time. J-11. The FRAGORD for either the CGS or MLRS battalion should contain at a minimum (not allinclusive): • Brief situation outline. • Unit identification and location (including both MLRS battalion and CGS elements). • CGS cueing guidance and monitor criteria (from internal and external sources). • Criteria for what constitutes engagement trigger events. • Specific time window for the decentralized execution mission. • Mission data. • Battlefield geometry changes (if any). • Datum to be used. • Special post-mission reporting instructions. • Determination if the CGS should provide limited BDA. • Number of missiles battalion must have ready to fire. • Verification of platoon/firing unit locations in FC/FE database or if MLRS battalion moves.

MLRS BATTALION J-12. The MLRS battalions with a decentralized execution mission (mission execution is normally decentralized down to the battalion when CGS is collocated) must ensure that the locations of platoons equipped with AFOM are reported to the corps FC/FE for airspace de-confliction. If the platoon locations change, the battalion must inform the corps or division FC/FE so they may clear the airspace with the appropriate agencies. The battalion FDC must confirm that launchers can still range the target areas from the new firing point locations. The ammunition allocation plan must support the expected AFOM expenditures. The battalion builds fire missions from mission data contained in the FRAGORD. The battalion postures launchers appropriately to accomplish the mission. For example, launchers may be postured in the “stay hot, shoot fast” method for theater missile defense (TMD) missions but postured in hide areas for Block II missions.

COMMON GROUND STATION J-13. The CGS operator initiates the execution of decentralized fire missions. When the target activity meets the engagement trigger event criteria, the CGS sends the target data/coordinate report or fire mission message constructed earlier for that particular target area. The target report contains the new target location and adds any new information concerning the target.

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MLRS BATTERY, PLATOON, AND LAUNCHERS J-14. The battery/platoon must designate launchers to “hot” status to ensure continuity. The battalion must be informed of launcher status at all times. The firing points should be selected with great care since the launchers may be in a hot status in the open for extended times. Launcher vulnerability to enemy air attack must be considered. If possible, the launchers should consider firing from their hide positions.

COMMUNICATIONS CGS TO AFATDS INTERFACE J-15. The CGS can communicate digitally with the AFATDS using standard fire support message formats over wire or SINCGARS radios. The CGS and AFATDS have full communications capability for the following message formats: • PTM/free text (K01.01). • DATUM/geographical reference data (K02.41). • CFF/call for fire (K02.04). J-16. Upon arrival, the CGS crew chief and the battalion FDC chief establish communications, by either radio or wire (BN FD NET). Source address and the logical name of both nodes (frequency, logical name, and address) are in the FRAGORD or the FS annex of the OPORD. Once digital communications have been established, the CGS transmits datum information to the FDC with the DATUM/K02.04 message.

CONDUCTING A REHEARSAL VERIFY TARGET NUMBERS AGAINST THE FRAGORD, CGS, AND /AFATDS J-17. The FC/FE’s input to the FRAGORD contains a list of target numbers used for fire missions. This permits the tasking artillery headquarters to use the same target number in the fire mission passed to the launcher to maintain mission status. Because the CGS uses a different target numbering system for intelligence reporting, the FRAGORD correlates FS and CGS target numbers. This permits rapid target engagement by the proper unit. This also ensures that the CGS operator is able to go back in his track database (using his target numbering system) and find earlier target tracks, if necessary. This number stays with that target through the reporting cycle and every time the CGS generates an updated report. J-18. The CGS crew chief and the battalion FDC chief verify that the geometry, datum, fire mission, and initialization data in both the CGS and the AFATDS are the same. Any differences must be corrected. This is easily accomplished by sending the appropriate message (unless geometry is different). It is imperative that those critical files are the same between both systems prior to conducting the mission. Finally, system time is verified or synchronized. J-19. Verify that the unit is postured to accomplish the mission: • Ensure that necessary database corrections have been accomplished. • Ensure that all battalion elements are on a common standard time. • Ensure that the AFOM ammunition is on hand. • Ensure that launchers are in position and ready to fire. z Verify the fire mission status.

MISSION REHEARSAL J-20. The MLRS battalion and CGS operators should practice the decentralized execution procedures outlined in this appendix. Table J-1 provides a basic list of execution procedures to assist in the rehearsal.

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Note: Although the following procedures involve digital message traffic between the CGS and MLRS battalion, the mission can still be accomplished with voice communications. Collocating the CGS and battalion FDC/S-3 tracks facilitates communications and coordination; however, it is not required.

BLOCK I AND BLOCK IA DECENTRALIZED MISSION EXECUTION DECENTRALIZED EXECUTION MISSIONS TARGET SET J-21. The target set for Block IA decentralized missions consists of those high-payoff targets that have short dwell times (as determined during IPB). Some potential targets are: z SSM TELs in hide positions, reload points, and firing points. z Heavy multiple rocket launchers. J-22. The requirements for decentralized execution are identified by the FC/FE. The MLRS battalion focuses on the delivery of munitions within the target's dwell time. The MLRS battalion follows the same procedures to attack all decentralized execution targets. To keep this appendix brief, the following paragraphs focus on SSM TEL target engagement. Figure J-3 depicts the decentralized execution mission.

Figure J-3. Decentralized Mission Communications Channels for MLRS/HIMARS

JSTARS TBM ATTACK OPERATIONS MISSION EXECUTION J-23. During normal surveillance operations, JSTARS provides surveillance of the NAIs and TAIs according to predetermined IPB analysis and current intelligence updates. Commanders should prioritize these for the CGS operator. If theater ballistic missile (TBM) launchers are on the high-payoff target list, JSTARS focuses its efforts on locations defined by cues from other sensors indicating TBM activity.

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J-24. Once the launcher has been positively located and identified, JSTARS can provide launch site data to support TBM attack operations for decentralized execution sensor-to-shooter missions. If the vehicles depart the area before an attack can be processed, JSTARS can track them to their hide site and provide vehicle targeting information such as location and formation description. J-25. The preferred attack locations in declining order are rearm points, hide areas, and firing points (before and after launch). If the target leaves the area where airspace is cleared, the mission can proceed using emergency airspace clearance methods (bull’s eye call is a possibility). Successful TBM attack operations require procedures to provide the flexibility and timeliness required for mission execution. J-26. JSTARS supports TMD attack operations by: • Obtaining and disseminating enhanced information or intelligence on fixed and mobile target locations in near real time MTI and SAR analysis. • Surveillance of high-probability TBM operating and deployment areas (identified through the IPB process) and detecting, locating, and tracking potential TBM launchers. • Providing the attack asset with accurate target and threat information before and during the mission. This is critical for attack assets diverted from other missions. • Facilitating timely initial BDA information to support the combat assessment process.

CAUTION Some CGS operators report a target with multiple target elements as a circular target; others report this type of target with length and width dimensions. Either alternative will work; however, during the rehearsal, the battalion FDC and CGS operator must coordinate on which target reporting procedure they will use for the remainder of the operation. If the CGS operator can identify the target critical element (for example, SSM TEL), he should report its grid as a point target since its value surpasses all others.

AT MY COMMAND MISSIONS J-27. The AMC mission provides flexible response to decentralized execution missions. AMC missions permit launchers to attack targets using an initial fire mission and subsequent fire command message. This process decreases mission response time and, in some cases, permits fire plan changes. Units must balance launcher availability and survivability when using this method of control. J-28. A special use of the AMC mission has been developed to provide responsive fires for decentralized execution missions. The corps FC and the ACE analyze the battlefield prior to the decentralized execution mission. They determine areas where these types of high-payoff targets are likely to be attacked. The FC/FE pairs platoons with specific target areas through a process known as weapon target pairing. To shorten the command and control timelines, a CGS is attached or placed under the operational control of an MLRS battalion, or a battalion/battery can be placed under FC/FE control. J-29. The MLRS launchers are postured on firing points for rapid execution using an amended AMC mission. The launchers load the fire mission data into the missile. The missile then powers down. The CGS tracks the TEL until it disappears from the screen. This is often at a reload point where the TEL rendezvouses with its resupply vehicle (dwell times at such locations are within the response time for the postured launchers). As time permits, the CGS operator requests a SAR image or confirmation from another sensor. He also verifies the trigger criteria, and refines the target location. J-30. AMC missions are “amended” with changes either in target location, time to fire, method of control, method of engagement, method of attack, or dispersal pattern. For example, using guidance from the FRAGORD, the CGS operator may change the target grid to the new location and transmit the new target

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location to the MLRS FDC. The FDC then formats an amended MLRS;CFF message with the updated grid and a WR method of control for transmission to the launcher(s). The launcher activates the missile(s) and fires the mission at the new target location. Figure J-4 provides an example of the steps involved in conducting an amended AMC mission.

Figure J-4. Example of Block I/IA Amended At My Command Mission MLRS/HIMARS

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Appendix K

Environmental Awareness Commanders, unit leaders, and soldiers have specific duties and responsibilities concerning protection of the environment. The following overview builds basic environmental awareness by describing those expected duties and responsibilities. Soldiers are expected to do what is right in the absence of specific guidance. Unit leaders and commanders must be competent and confident in the area of environmental stewardship. Not all leaders are required to be environmental experts; however, they must be aware and responsive to compliance and prevention issues required during the execution of their duties. References to material for further reading are located throughout this appendix; these documents provide a complete explanation of legal and ethical responsibilities.

SECTION I—ARMY ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS K-1. The Army's environmental vision states: “The Army will be a national leader in environmental and natural resource stewardship for present and future generations as an integral part of our mission.” To achieve this vision, the Army's environmental strategy places a high priority on sustained compliance with all environmental laws; takes into account the restoration of previously contaminated sites; focuses on pollution prevention; and accounts for the conservation and preservation of natural resources. K-2. The Army environmental ethic calls for the chain of command to establish and support a stewardship climate that supports compliance—obeying the law; prevention—the concept of reduce, reuse, recycle; conservation—control and protection of natural resources; and restoration—the cleanup of contaminated areas. This ethic supports caring for the environment while conducting realistic training. K-3. Army personnel should become familiar with these policy statements; they are established so our natural environment will be available for present and future generations.

SECTION II—ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS

FIELD ACTIVITIES K-4. The MLRS is a powerful, highly mobile, and very lethal weapon system capable of providing devastating fire support from multiple locations. Because of this power and mobility, the MLRS provides tremendous tactical advantage. The same attributes that contribute to weapon lethality and tactical value make the weapons a threat to our environment unless they are employed prudently and in consideration of environmental preservation. This section presents various preventive measures that can decrease possible environmental damage from the MLRS, associated vehicles, and support personnel involved in training and operations. K-5. Key field environmental considerations for the MLRS, associated vehicles, and support personnel include, but are not limited to, the following: • Wheeled and tracked combat vehicles should stay on established roads, trails, firing points, and firebreaks unless conducting specific cross-country maneuver exercises. Additionally, confine pivot turns and neutral steers to the middle of the roadway. • Follow land contours rather than driving up and down hills or along creeks.

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To minimize siltation of streams, use bridges or low-water crossings when crossing permanent streams. If it becomes necessary to cross through a stream, then do so by the most direct route (90-degree angle). Establish refueling and maintenance areas away from wetlands and drainage areas, and near or over water sources. Federal law prohibits the removal of artifacts from federal property. Do not excavate, remove, damage, or otherwise alter or deface any archaeological resource located on a military reservation. Avoid and mark off-limit areas for known archaeological sites during military training exercises. Penalties can be up to $250,000 for knowingly disturbing a site. Be aware of and avoid nesting, bedding, and habitats of all species of birds and animals. Mark as off-limits, designated threatened or endangered species areas. Use camouflage netting instead of live vegetation. When planning training activities, conform to installation and community noise-abatement regulations. Identify and mark the off-limit boundaries. Open fires, such as burning garbage, refuse, and rubbish, are not allowed on the range areas. Conform to field sanitation and medical standards when using soakage pits for wash water, liquid kitchen wastes, and grease traps per FM 21-10. Establish field satellite-accumulation site and procedures. Police field locations and establish field trash collection point and procedures. Remove materials packed into training area on departure from the training area. When the training exercise is complete, repair any field damage such as ruts from vehicles, foxholes, and other emplacements. Conduct all training with a concern for conservation and future use of range training areas.

HAZARDOUS MATERIAL AND HAZARDOUS WASTE K-6. The Resource Conservation Recovery Act (RCRA) of 1976 is the framework for managing hazardous waste and has established standards for identifying, classifying, and storing these wastes. RCRA regulations require those involved in managing hazardous substances to be properly trained, and the training to be properly documented. K-7. Key hazardous material and hazardous waste environmental considerations include, but are not limited to, the following items: • Personnel dealing with hazardous materials should be trained in proper handling, containment, cleanup, and reporting procedures. • A material safety data sheet (MSDS) must be on file and made available to all personnel regarding hazardous material. • Battery electrolyte (acid) from damaged batteries should be drained and disposed of through turnin via installation policy and maintenance SOP. Refer to TB 43-0134 for complete procedures regarding battery handling and disposal. • Never allow the accumulation of more than 55 gallons of a hazardous waste, or 1 quart of acutely hazardous waste, at the satellite accumulation point. Process all hazardous waste in a timely manner. • Hazardous waste containers should be kept closed when not in use, kept free of rust and leaks, and stored separately from incompatible wastes. • Incompatible wastes must never be transported on the same vehicle. • Ensure that all departments of transportation (DOT) and hazardous waste transportation requirements are met prior to transporting hazardous material or hazardous waste on public highways. • Check with the local environmental office for transportation procedures within the installation boundary.

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z

For complete information regarding storage and handling of hazardous materials, refer to TM 38-410.

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET K-8. An MSDS is a summary of information on a given chemical identifying material, health, and physical hazards, exposure limits, and precautions (see table K-1). An MSDS describes the hazards of a material and provides information on how the material can be safely handled, used, and stored. Insist on receiving a copy of an MSDS when receiving a hazardous chemical from supply, and retain it for when, or if, you turn in the material. As time permits, periodically review each MSDS pertaining to your unit. This will ensure a quick response when identifying symptoms and handling emergencies. K-9. Unfortunately, there is no specified format for an MSDS, and it doesn't contain all known data of a chemical, but there are typical components. These are outlined in 29 CFR 1910.1200. Use the following information as a guide to what to expect on most MSDS forms. Table K-1. Material Safety Data Sheet Section/Topic

Contents

Section 1—General Information

Manufacturer’s name and address. Trade or common name of product.

Section 2—Hazardous Components

NIOSH and/or CAS number. Chemical name and percentage.

Section 3—Physical Properties

For example, boiling point, freezing point, water solubility. Appearance and odor under normal conditions.

Section 4—Fire & Explosion Hazard

Fire-fighting equipment. Any unusual fire and explosion hazards.

Section 5—Health Hazard

Routes of entry into the body. Emergency and first aid procedures.

Section 6—Reactivity Data

Conditions to avoid. Incompatibility with other materials.

Section 7—Control Measures

Recommended respiratory and ventilation. Personal protective equipment, if needed.

Section 8—Special Precautions

Handling and storage precautions.

Section 9— Transportation

Applicable regulations. Hazards class and required labeling.

MAINTENANCE K-10. The maintenance officer acts as the hazardous material/hazardous waste (HM/HW) spill coordinator. He/she ensures the accountability, proper storage, and disposal of all HM/HW, and ensures that HM/HW spills are immediately contained and reported. Additionally, the maintenance officer reports nonfunctional/inoperative treatment/collection facilities (such as oil/grease interceptors, floor drains, or catch basins) to the installation environmental office through the unit environmental compliance officer (ECO). •

K-11. Key maintenance environmental considerations include, but are not limited to, the following: Motor maintenance areas require SOPs and close monitoring. This operation is a continuous source of minor pollution to storm drainage systems due to the constant threat of a spill of fuel or oil. SOPs for prevention or cleanup of spills should be posted in motor maintenance areas, and should be understood by all personnel involved in maintenance activities. • Refueling operation SOPs should address practices to minimize spills. • Implement preventive maintenance on all heavy equipment to ensure that petroleum products will not be released from the belly pan.

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Ensure that pollutants are not discharged into storm or wash rack drains or poured on the ground or along fence lines. Some common pollutants are oil, solvents, soap, diesel, gasoline, battery acid, chemicals, waste antifreeze, paint, and grease. Asbestos-containing parts such as brake shoes, clutch plates, and equipment insulation should be removed, collected, and disposed according to installation policy. The least hazardous or, preferably, non-hazardous material to perform a function should be used unless previous research of options clearly indicates otherwise. The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) produces publications to assist in this process. Do not mix fuel, oil, or antifreeze together. This is considered a mixed waste.

SUPPLY K-12. The supply sergeant is required to have a complete inventory of HM/HW generated by the unit. He/she must also know what chemicals the unit requires, where and how they are stored, how much hazardous waste is generated, and necessary spill response procedures. The supply sergeant should coordinate with the unit S-3 or ECO to ensure that this information is incorporated into the unit SOP. K-13. Key supply environmental considerations include, but are not limited to, the following items: • Requisition only supplies needed and authorized, avoid stockpiling excessive materials. • Maintain an accurate inventory in unit SOP of hazardous waste used by the generating unit. This listing should include waste by volume, type, generating process, and location. • Use of used oil tanks for disposal of solvents, antifreeze, or other HM/HW is against regulation. Storage of hazardous material must be in clearly marked DOT-approved containers. • Actively support a unit-recycling program. • Ensure that tires and batteries are properly turned in for recycling. • Ensure that used batteries are turned in on a 1-for-1 basis.

SPILL RESPONSE K-14. Generally, only persons specifically trained to respond to a spill should handle unit spills. However, all personnel should, at a minimum, report the spill and be aware of the following 4 basic steps to spill response: • Protect yourself. Use personal protective equipment specified in the MSDS. • Stop the flow. This may be as simple as placing the container upright or closing a valve. • Contain the spill. Place absorbent material around the spill, and protect drains and ditches. • Report the spill. Notify supervisor and other key personnel. K-15. Each unit is responsible for the cleanup of their own spills, as long as no personnel are put in danger. After the above 4 steps are completed, take the necessary steps to clean up the spill. Information on cleanup procedures can be found on the MSDS or in the unit SOP, or contact installation environmental staff for guidance. Turn in the spilled and absorbent material to the defense reutilization marketing office (DRMO) or another designated point if a DRMO is not available. Also, ensure that there are adequate spill supplies on hand for future use. K-16. Key spill prevention, response, and cleanup considerations include, but are not limited to, the following items: • A spill prevention and response section should be included in the unit SOPs, outlining installation spill plan requirements. • Each unit should make available and maintain a spill cleanup kit near any satellite-accumulation area, or where a potential for spill exists. The kit should contain, at a minimum, absorbent material, shovel, brooms, gloves, and appropriate containers. Units that have a potential for releases or spills that may impact streams should also maintain booms for containment. • Drip pans should be used under vehicles and equipment where spills are likely to occur.

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Spills of oil, fuel, or other hazardous pollutants over 5 gallons in volume, 100 square feet in area, or in any waterway should be reported immediately to the chain of command. All topsoil contaminated with oil should be removed, properly disposed, and replaced by the unit. While awaiting disposal, keep the excavated soil covered to prevent run-off in case of rain.

SECTION III—REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

LAWS AND REGULATIONS K-17. Military facilities are subject to federal, state, local, and host nation environmental laws; when the requirements differ, the most stringent applies. Ignorance of environmental laws is not an excuse for noncompliance; and it will not protect commanders, soldiers, or the military services from civil and criminal liability. Figure K-1 lists the federal and military laws and regulations that are frequently encountered by Army personnel; however, it is not inclusive of all requirements. K-18. Additionally, environmental law varies with differing countries, states, and cities. What is legal in one area may be illegal in another. Staff at each installation environmental office knows the laws for that locality and should be consulted on environmental considerations during the planning and execution of training. K-19. Army units outside the United States (OCONUS) that are not subject to federal environmental regulations decreed by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) should comply with the final governing standards of the host nation. In areas where a host nation has minimal or no environmental laws and regulations, comply with AR 200-1. Army Regulations

Federal Laws

AR 200-1. Environmental Enhancement

Protection

and

Archaeological Protection Act of 1979 Clean Air Act of 1970

AR 420-1. Army Facilities Management

Clean Water Act of 1972 CERCLA of 1980 EPCRA of 1986 Federal Facilities Compliance Act of 1992

Executive Orders

Hazardous Materials Transportation Act of 1975 National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 Noise Control Act of 1972 Oil Pollution Act of 1990

EO 11989. Use of off-road vehicles on public land EO 11990. Wetland protection EO 12114. Effects of federal actions abroad EO 12196. OSHA compliance for federal employees EO 12580. CERCLA duties and powers EO 13101. Pollution prevention and recycling

RCRA of 1976 Toxic Substances Control Act of 1976

Figure K-1. Environmental Laws and Regulations

REGULATORY TRAINING REQUIREMENTS K-20. Regulatory agencies exist that require environmental training. This training may be at the awareness level for all personnel or at a more specialized level designed for specific personnel. The installation

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environmental and safety offices can best assist in determining your training requirements and who to contact for additional information. Table K-2 provides possible training requirements for the MLRS unit. Note: The depth or level of training will vary between target audiences. For example, K and E will need in-depth training, while A will only require broad overviews. The letters K, E, N, or A denote target audience and are listed below: Table K-2. Regulatory Training Requirements Training Topic

Regulatory Reference

K

E

N

A

*

*

*

*

*

*

Archaeological Resources Protection Act (ARPA)

43 CFR 7.7 (4) ARPA of 1979

Asbestos

40 CFR part 763, 40 CFR 61, part M

CFC/halon refrigerants

EO 11051, 40 CFR 82.40, 40 CFR 282, 58 FR 92 (p. 28660)

Clean Water Act (CWA)

CWA S 311

*

*

Confined space entry

29 CFR 1910.146

*

*

*

*

Department of Transportation

49 CFR172.704

*

*

*

*

Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA)

EPCRA/SARA 1986 Title 3, Executive Order 12856

*

*

*

*

Emergency response to hazardous materials incidents/hazardous material technician

29 CFR 1910.120 *

*

*

Endangered Species Act (ESA)

ESA 1973 as amended, 50 CFR par 402

Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA)

FIFRA of 1972, 40 CFR 265.16, SARA of 1986

Hazard communication standard

29 CFR 1910.1200

*

*

*

*

Hazardous materials/waste compliance training

29 CFR 1200; 40 CFR 262.34, 264.16, 265.16; 49 CFR 172

*

*

*

*

Hazardous waste operations (HAZWOPER) for IR

29 CFR 1910.120

*

*

Hazardous waste operations (HAZWOPER) for TSDF

29 CFR 1910.120

*

*

Lead based paint

Lead Based Paint Exposure Reduction Act of 1992, 24 CFR 35

*

*

*

*

National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)

NEPA of 1969

National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA)

36 CFR part 800, 36 CFR part 63, NHPA of 1966

National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)

CWA of 1990, 40 CFR 122-129

Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (NAGPRA)

NAGPRA of 1990

Occupational exposures to blood-borne pathogens

29 CFR 1910.1030

Occupational respiratory protection Solid waste management

K-6

* *

*

* *

*

*

*

*

*

*

*

* *

*

29 CFR 1926.58, 29 CFR 1910.134

*

*

40 CFR 240-257/RCRA Subtitle D

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Table K-2. Regulatory Training Requirements Training Topic

Regulatory Reference

K

E

*

*

*

*

N

A

Storm water compliance

40 CFR 122-129, WPCA S 319

Storm water pollution prevention planning

CWA S 319

Underground storage tanks

40 CFR part 280, RCRA Subtitle I

Knowledge

Personnel who administer, implement, or comply with contents of regulations such as program managers and technicians in the environmental field. Also includes organizations that need in-depth knowledge of the environmental laws/regulations/programs, such as Staff Judge Advocate.

Executors

All personnel who supervise or actually handle responsibilities dealing with environmental programs, to include ECOs, technicians, and workers. Also includes unit personnel required to execute responsibilities with environmental ramifications as part of their mission.

Need to Know

Personnel who may encounter environmental issues as part of their mission. This may include personnel within the following activities: engineers, designers, emergency personnel, safety, Reserve components, first-line supervisors, crew chiefs, NCOs, and various unit personnel as identified by the installation environmental office and their supervisors.

Awareness

Public affairs office, Reserve components, other unit personnel.

*

*

ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE OFFICER RESPONSIBILITIES K-21. It is the unit commander's duty to appoint an ECO and a hazardous waste coordinator; the same person can serve in both positions, per AR 200-1. These appointments are made to ensure that environmental compliance occurs at the unit level. Appointed personnel should— • Receive formal training and act as an advisor on environmental regulatory compliance during training, operations, and logistics functions. • Be the commander's eyes and ears for environmental matters, as the safety officer/NCO is for safety matters. • Function as the liaison between the unit and higher HQ regarding environmental matters such as training requirements, equipment, or supplies that unit personnel need. • Inspect HM/HW accumulation sites and ensure that soldiers handling these materials are properly trained. • Ensure that the unit's SOP covers environmental considerations, conservation, natural resources, pollution prevention, HM/HW, and spill procedures. • Support the Army's pollution prevention/recycling program. • Report hazardous material and waste spills immediately. • Conduct environmental self-assessments or internal environmental compliance assessments, and meet with key installation environmental points of contact, as necessary, to remain updated on any regulatory changes.

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SECTION IV—ENVIRONMENTAL RISK MANAGEMENT

GENERAL K-22. Leaders at all levels are required to make timely and appropriate decisions regarding the environment. Failure to do so may negatively impact the training environment, which could then lead to personal liability of individuals directly involved, the chain of command, and the U.S. Army. Therefore, leaders must have a method of managing, assessing, and reducing environmental risks.

FIVE-STEP PROCESS K-23. Risk management is a 5-step process designed to provide leaders with a methodology for the identification, assessment, control, and evaluation of environmental risks. The following is a summary of these steps from FM 3-100.4 and FM 5-19; refer to them for detailed information. Step 1. Identify hazards. Environmental hazards include all activities that may pollute, create negative noise-related effects, degrade archeological/cultural resources, or negatively affect threatened or endangered species habitats. A select listing of common environmental hazards is located in table K-3. Table K-3. Common Environmental Hazards Media Area

Hazards

Air

Equipment exhaust, convoy dust, range fires, open-air burning, pyrotechnics/smoke pots/smoke grenades, part-washer emissions, paint emissions, air-conditioner/refrigeration CFCs, HM/HW release, pesticides, other toxic industrial chemicals or material.

Archeological and cultural

Maneuvering and digging in sensitive areas, disturbing or removing artifacts, demolition/munitions effects, HM/HW spills.

Noise

Low-flying aircraft (helicopters), demolition/munitions effects, nighttime operations, operations near post/camp boundaries and civilian populations, vehicle convoys/maneuvers, large-scale exercises.

Threatened and/or endangered species

Maneuvering in sensitive areas, demolition/munitions effects, especially during breeding seasons, disturbing habitat or individual species, HM/HW spills or releases, poor field sanitation, improper cutting of vegetation, damage to coral reefs.

Soil (terrain)

Over use of maneuver areas, demolition/munitions effects, range fires, poor field sanitation, poor maneuver-damage control, erosion, troop construction effect, refueling operations, HM/HW spills, maneuver in ecologically sensitive areas such as wetlands and tundra, industrial waste runoff, pesticide accumulation in soil, vegetation, and terrestrial organisms.

Water

Refueling operations near water sources, HM/HW spills, erosion and unchecked drainage, amphibious/water-crossing operations, troop construction effects, poor field sanitation, washing vehicles at unapproved sites. Step 2. Assess environmental hazards to determine risk. A risk assessment is a tool used for evaluating the most pressing or most hazardous potential environmental damage. It considers 2 factors: probability—how often a hazard is likely to occur; and severity—the effect in degrees a hazard will have on personnel, equipment, environment, and mission. Unit leaders should conduct risk assessments before conducting any training, operations, or logistical activities that are not previously addressed in the SOP, or when conditions differ significantly from the SOP. Complete information on how to perform an environmental risk assessment can be obtained from FM 3-100.4.

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Step 3. Develop controls and make a decision. This step is designed to reduce the probability or severity of each hazard, which in turn lowers the overall risk. Control types fall into the categories of educational, physical, or avoidance. Table K-4 outlines examples of environmental controls. Section II contains the specifics pertinent to the MLRS unit. Table K-4. Environmental-related Controls Control Type

Examples

Educational

Conducting unit environmental-awareness training. Conducting an environmental briefing before deployment. Performing tasks to environmental standards. Reviewing environmental considerations in after action reviews. Reading unit's environmental SOPs and policies.

Physical

Providing spill-prevention equipment. Establishing field satellite-accumulation site and procedures. Policing field locations. Practicing good field sanitation. Posting signs and warnings for off-limit areas.

Avoidance

Maneuvering around historical/cultural sites. Establishing refueling and maintenance areas away from wetlands and drainage areas. Crossing streams at approved sites. Preventing pollution. Limiting noise in endangered and threatened species habitats.

Step 4. Implement controls. Leaders must inform subordinates of risk-control measures, state how each control is to be implemented, and assign responsibilities. They must also ensure that these controls are in place prior to the operation. This is accomplished by using the before, during, and after checklists and the environmental risk-assessment process. Examples of checklists can be obtained from TC 3-34.489 to determine the environmental considerations that may affect MLRS training and operations. Step 5. Supervise and evaluate. Leaders should monitor controls to ensure effectiveness and determine whether controls require modification. They should ensure that the after action review process includes an evaluation of environmental-related hazards, controls, soldier performance, and leader supervision.

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Appendix L

Raid Planning Checklists RAID PLANNING CHECKLIST (BATTALION) Verify that raid order contains all pertinent data. If not specified by higher HQ, what size MLRS unit is necessary for successful mission? Who is the raid force commander (maneuver, FA)? What force protection will support the raid force? • Maneuver force? •

Fire support?

•

Air defense?

•

Reconnaissance and security?

•

Radar?

•

Observers?

What are the abort criteria? What frequencies will be used to C2 the raid (Command, Retransmission)? Any updates on enemy/friendly situation that impact on raid? What is the route (does it require clearance by a force commander)? Passage of lines. • Link-up grid and time? •

Routes?

•

Maneuver graphics?

•

Engineer plan (mobility/countermobility)?

•

Air defense plan and coverage?

•

Fire support and observation plan?

•

Command and control (raid battle handover line)?

•

MEDEVAC support?

•

Maintenance support?

What survey support is optimal/adequate for raid force? Will ammunition need to be brought forward? How much? What is the reload plan (approved location for reload operations)? Need to conduct reload to complete the mission? Will the firing point require clearance by a maneuver force? Will this be in addition to the security force? What is the link-up grid for coordinating with the raid force commander? When will the link-up take place? What are the name, frequency, and call sign of the raid force commander/security force? Notify the raid battery commander of the raid mission and time/place of briefing. Plot firing positions, passage lanes/points/routes to OPAREA. Determine/verify firing elements, number of launchers and C2 structure.

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RAID PLANNING CHECKLIST (BATTALION) Develop timetable (SP, TOT). Brief the battery commander of the raid element battery. Track planning and rehearsal schedule coordinated by battery and progress of actual raid. RAID CHECKLIST (BATTERY COMMANDER) What force protection will support the raid force? • Maneuver force? •

Fire support?

•

Air defense?

•

Reconnaissance and security?

•

Radar?

•

Observers?

What are the abort criteria? What frequencies will be used to C2 the raid (CMD, RTS)? Any updates on enemy/friendly situation that impact on raid? What is the route (does it require clearance by a force commander)? Passage of lines. • Link-up grid and time? •

Routes?

•

Maneuver graphics?

•

Engineer plan (mobility/countermobility)?

•

Air defense plan and coverage?

•

Fire support and observation plan?

•

Command and control (raid battle handover line)?

•

MEDEVAC support?

•

Maintenance support?

What survey support is optimal/adequate for raid force? Pre-position pods for reload (if required). Coordinate sustainment, sustainment operations, or support for follow-on missions (if required). Brief raid OIC/NCOIC on the raid mission. (The battalion checklist should be used for this brief.) Brief the raid OIC/NCOIC on the higher headquarters’ concept of the operation. Maintain voice and digital with battalion and raid element (possible re-trans). Provide any changes to the mission to the OIC/NCOIC.

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COORDINATION MEETING WITH FORCE COMMANDER CHECKLIST (PASSED FORCE) Mission Provide a description of vehicles (if possible use photographs). • HIMARS launcher. •

FDC HMMWV.

•

M998/1038 HMMWV.

•

M985 HEMTT (if reload required).

•

Maintenance/recovery vehicle.

Number of personnel in raid party. How long you will remain in this area. Route from link-up point to firing point. Recognition Signals NEAR

FAR

DAY NIGHT Force protection. • Maneuver force protection? •

Security force fire support and observation plan?

•

Raid force air defense?

•

Reconnaissance and security?

•

Radar?

•

Observers?

Passage of lines. • Link-up grid and time? •

Routes?

•

Maneuver graphics?

•

Engineer plan (mobility/countermobility)?

•

Air defense plan and coverage?

•

Fire support and observation plan?

•

Command and control (raid battle handover line)?

MEDEVAC support? Maintenance support?

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BRIEF TO RAID ELEMENT CHECKLIST (RAID LEADER) Situation Friendly forces. • Maneuver force protection. •

Fire support/observers.

•

Raid force air defense.

•

Reconnaissance and security.

•

Radar.

•

Enemy forces.

Mission Execution Target number(s), grid(s), munitions type(s), and quantity (provide hard copy to each chief). OPAREA/FP grids (recon, map recon if time constraint). Route of march/order of march/movement formation. Rally point grid(s). SP, CP, RP times and locations (reported to BOC). SP CP GRID TIME

CP

RP

Survey plan. • Take survey to provide SCPs at link-up point. •

Launchers will update/realign prior to occupying OPAREA.

•

SCPs or global positioning system (GPS) at FP will be used as needed.

Follow-on missions (if required). Miscellaneous: • Actions upon enemy contact. •

Air guards.

•

UBL distribution.

•

Radio listening silence.

Service and Support Reload location(s), grid and route to them (if required). Maintenance support. Command and Signal Link-up grid and procedures. Frequencies, call signs, abort code word/phrase. Recognition Signals NEAR

FAR

DAY NIGHT Time hack (GPS).

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BRIEF TO RAID ELEMENT CHECKLIST (RAID LEADER) Safety Risk assessment. Control measures. RAID CHECKLIST (LAUNCHER SECTION CHIEF) Receive brief from OIC/NCOIC of raid party. Fire mission buffer clear except for raid target. Fire mission hard copy on hand and posted. Target Number Target Grid/Alt

Ammunition Type/Quantity

Link up grid. Firing point grid. Rally point grid. SRP aligned, PDS updated. Time hack (GPS). Adequate fuel. Adequate ammunition (LPCs and small arms). Adequate food and water. Communication checks complete. PMCS (batteries, charging system). Other Details

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Appendix M

ATACMS Block II Employment The capability to attack enemy ACV formations is an essential component of fires. Block II is designed to attack moving enemy maneuver forces equipped with ACVs. The process involves targeting procedures, mission flow, and techniques for rapid processing of targets, de-conflicting operations, and synchronizing target attack. The corps/JTF typically engages battalion-size units with Block II. The Block II fires support the overall plan to— • • • • •

Destroy enemy capabilities before they can be used on friendly forces. Limit the enemy's freedom of action. Alter the tempo of operations in favor of friendly forces. Deny the enemy the capability to concentrate his forces. Control the rate of introduction of enemy forces into the close battle.

The Block II contains the BAT submunition. The BAT with its infrared seeker is only effective against moving ACVs. After dispense, the 13 BAT submunitions independently locate, attack, and destroy moving ACVs. Each BAT has passive acoustic and infrared sensors designed to resist enemy countermeasures. BAT submunitions can be used day or night. Block II missiles should be deployed into the theater with early-entry contingency forces as part of a task organized force with an integrated intelligence/fire support organization and self-deployable sensors such as JSTARS. These sensors can provide real time or near-real time information to the targeting cell to attack unassigned area targets with Block II missiles.

BLOCK II OPERATIONAL CHARACTERISTICS z

M-1. Platoon Air Hazard Area Refer to Paragraph 5-72When an ATACMS family of munitions (AFOM) fire mission is processed, a PAH area is computed. The PAH describes the aircraft danger area around the platoon selected to fire. The area is defined by 4 grid locations on the ground (depicted in figure M-1 by the numbers 1, 2, 3, and 4) and an altitude (depicted as ZALT). This area is used to warn all flight operations of the restricted airspace associated with the launch area and to gain clearance to fly through the airspace. • This area can be increased or decreased in size by manipulation of the ZALT and XDIST values via the LMM manager within AFATDS. • The XDIST value indicates the size of the platoon area in which the launcher is operating and defaults to the value of 3,000 meters, which is the doctrinal size of a platoon area. Since AFATDS tracks the launcher locations and draws the PAH area around the launch platform, the XDIST can be reduced to 150 meters. A value less than doctrinal standard can be included if the known location of the firing point is used. A size greater than 3,000 meters can be used if the firing area being used is larger than the doctrinal platoon area. • ZDIST2 is a buffer zone left and right of the gun-target-line. This buffer zone is hard coded and provides airspace for the missile’s off-axis launch capability. • ZALT depicts the altitude above which the flight of the missile is unrestricted. ZALT defaults to 5,000 meters. The size of the PAH is directly related to the ZALT value used. The larger

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the ZALT value, the further downrange the missile must travel for its trajectory to attain the ZALT altitude entered, thereby increasing the PAH size. Correspondingly, a low ZALT enables the missile trajectory to attain ZALT closer to the launch area, thereby reducing the PAH size. • If more than 1 launcher is required to fire the mission, separate messages are displayed for each launch platform. The messages are munition specific and only generated for those launchers that are listed in the computer as having the munition. If a fire unit was specified in the fire mission message, that fire unit is used. If a fire unit was not specified, the computer provides the best solution based on available information. The operator can enter an effective date-time group indicating when the platoon air hazard area is valid. The PAH may be passed to other organizations as a ROZ. Note: A ROZ is a volume of space that the Air Force uses to restrict airspace. The same 4 points (1, 2, 3, and 4) and altitude (ZALT) define the ROZ.

Figure M-1. AFOM Platoon Air Hazard Area

TARGET AIR HAZARD AREA M-2. The TAH area describes the area where the missile dispenses the submunitions. It is used to warn all flight operations and to gain airspace clearance. The Block II TAH volume of space is larger than the other ATACMS missiles due to the BAT submunitions’ flyout trajectory. Unlike the Block I and IA target air hazard area, the Block II target air hazard area is a volume of space that is shaped like 2

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cylinders instead of a box (see figure M-2). The top cylinder defines the space where the Block II missile dispenses the BATs. The bottom cylinder defines the space the BATs use to fly to the target. A-1. M-3. The Block II software segments large targets and targets with a large number of ACVs into separate segments comprised of a maximum of 2 aim-points to improve effects. Each aim-point has a separate TAH. As up to 16 aim-points can be associated with a single Block II fire mission, a maximum of 16 TAHs can therefore be generated. The Block II software describes the volume of space each TAH occupies as an aim-point grid, a radius, and an altitude for airspace clearance. The operator should send both the target air hazard coordinates and the coordinates for the missile location to clear target area airspace.

Figure M-2. Typical Block II Target Air Hazard Area

MISSILE FLIGHT PROFILE M-4.

Figure M-3 depicts a typical Block II missile flight profile. The launcher and missile perform prelaunch procedures to prepare the missile for launch. After arrival on the firing point, all prelaunch functions occur automatically during the firing sequence, requiring no special actions by the crew. The launcher provides the missile with its initial location and elevation information through alignment transfer. After the fire switch has been toggled and before launch, the launcher activates the missile’s internal batteries, loads mission data for the missile and BAT payload, and initializes the missile’s global positioning system (GPS) receiver. The missile motor is then armed and ignited.

TERMINAL FLIGHT SEQUENCE M-5.

Once the missile enters its descending trajectory, it initiates terminal guidance and activates each BAT's thermal battery. The BAT navigation function begins and the missile downloads mission data. The missile then concludes its guidance and dispenses the submunitions. After the submunition dispense event, the empty missile continues on its trajectory to the ground. Figure M-4 illustrates the BAT submunition dispense sequence.

BAT SUBMUNITION TRAJECTORY M-6. Each BAT is pre-programmed to divide the target array into sectors and attack a specific target sector (see figure M-5). The BAT engagement sequence begins when the submunition stabilizes its flight after dispense, decelerating to a speed that enables the deployment of the wings and parachute. Once the primary parachute is deployed, the submunition begins its acoustic search for a target, conducts a maneuver to position itself above the acoustic signature, deploys its secondary

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parachute, and conducts an IR search for the target. Once the target is acquired with the BAT’s IR seeker, the BAT releases its secondary parachute and glides to the target (see figure M-6).

Figure M-3. Missile Mission and Flight Profile

Figure M-4. BAT Submunition Dispense Sequence

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Figure M-5. BAT Target Attack Profile

Figure M-6. BAT Engagement Sequence

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BLOCK II TARGETING M-7. FM 6-20-10 discusses targeting objectives in terms of limit, disrupt, delay, divert, or destroy. These terms describe the effects of attack on enemy capabilities. We can limit the enemy's options or disrupt his plans by interfering with the enemy's combat and combat support systems. Delay alters the time that forces arrive at a point on the battlefield. This denies the enemy the ability to project combat power from a point on the battlefield. We can also cause the enemy commander to divert or shift capabilities or assets from one area (activity) to another. M-8. Block II engagements are planned, on-call fires. The Block II targeting process begins when the staff analyzes enemy capabilities, movement norms, and estimated enemy COAs to determine where and when the enemy is likely to deploy follow-on forces. The targeting staff uses the D3A process to properly plan and execute Block II fires.

DECIDE M-9. The staff planning performed in the decide function is crucial to the success of Block II missions. The fact that the Block II target is moving makes the task more difficult. Effective employment of Block II on moving enemy targets requires careful planning, coordination, and preplanning missions to perform the following tasks: • Determine where to track the enemy by use of named areas of interest (NAIs) and TAIs. • Establish trigger events associated with NAIs (decision trigger events [DTEs]) and TAIs (engagement trigger events [ETEs]) to trip as the enemy enters or crosses the geometries (automated process with AFATDS,). • Determine which sensor(s) will track the enemy. • Determine how to attack the target, including: „ Which MLRS unit(s) will fire (with respective firing platoon centers). „ How many missiles each unit will fire. „ Generating and distributing the PAH/TAH and missile flight path for airspace clearance. • Create and store posture instructions for MLRS unit(s) to fire. • Determine how to clear airspace for fire missions such as for a timed window or on-call target.

NAIs M-10. NAIs are locations where targeting information is gathered to determine if the enemy activity meets attack guidance. NAIs should be placed in areas that: • Confirm the enemy’s movement decision (for example, after a “fork” in the road). • Track the enemy’s movement progress. • Are accessible to sensors (visible to, or sensor can operate there). • Provide enough distance between them (NAIs) and their respective TAIs to permit launchers to be positioned on firing points—ready to fire. M-11. Target information from sensors reporting enemy activity in NAIs near TAIs is more time sensitive than that needed for the initial NAIs. Therefore, sensors should function in their most responsive mode when reporting target information in these NAIs. Sensors should report: • Type of enemy units (for example, armor, mechanized infantry, or infantry. • Size of the moving elements (length, width, and, if possible, number of ACVs). • Force-march columns and serials (if possible). • Estimation of target speed and direction. • Last known location. • Time of detection.

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DTEs M-12. A DTE is the enemy activity in an NAI that initiates the Block II fire mission on a target. DTE criteria must be clearly defined and sent to the appropriate elements. An example of enemy activity that meets DTE criteria is: the enemy force arrives at full strength at the DTE at the predicted time, speed, and direction of travel. An example of enemy activity that does not meet DTE criteria is: the enemy force arrives at DTE and stops in a final deployment area. DTE criteria are based on the commander's defeat criteria and the unique performance characteristics of Block II. When a DTE is “tripped,” the mission controller sends an AMC fire mission to unit(s), which causes launchers to go to their firing points and prepare to fire.

TAIs M-13. Block II engagements occur at planned target locations (PTLs) located within TAIs. The staff places TAIs on routes of advance that enemy forces will likely use. The TAIs can be placed in depth to provide multiple engagement opportunities against a target that does not stop or to engage multiple elements of a large target. As with NAIs, the number of TAIs varies with the terrain and enemy situation. TAIs should not be placed in urban areas, canyons with very deep slopes, and heavily forested areas. The BAT submunitions could collide with objects before getting to the target in these types of terrain.

ETEs M-14. An ETE is the enemy activity that causes the fire command to be executed. The staff establishes an ETE where the enemy is expected to be and a sensor can observe. The purpose of the ETE is to confirm that the target still meets engagement criteria. The criteria may be as simple as confirming that the target is still moving at the speed and in the direction predicted in the NAI. When the ETE criteria are met, the fire mission is executed. The staff places the ETE based on enemy travel speed norms or observed enemy travel speeds. They establish the ETE by “backing off” a distance from the PTL along the enemy’s route based on: • Sensor/processor response times. • Command, control, communications, and computers (C4) processing times. • Time the launcher requires to reapply power to the missile(s) and execute the fire command. • Missile time of flight. M-15. This interval is the minimum time required between the ETE and PLT to engage the target. Sensors should be in their most responsive mode for reporting enemy activity at the ETE. However, the tactical situation may not permit this. The sensors will typically be shared assets. In the case of Joint Stars, the wide area search mode may be the only mode available. If so, that is the sensor response time to use when determining where to put the ETE. M-16. Table M-1 provides guidelines for determining the ETE-PTL distance based on a nominal 180second timeline. It assumes the 4 time components listed above. The table displays target speed and launcher to target range; the ETE distance (in meters) is where these factors intersect in the table. Figure M-7 is a job aid that enables manual calculation of the engagement and decision trigger events.

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Table M-1. Planned Target Location to Engagement Trigger Events Distance Target Speed (kilometers per hour)

Launcher to Target Range

35-60 km

61-80 km

81-100 km

101-120 km

121-145 km

10-15

900 m

1,000 m

1,200 m

1,300 m

1,400 m

16-20

1,300 m

1,500 m

1,700 m

1,800 m

2,000 m

21-25

1,700 m

1,900 m

2,100 m

2,300 m

2,500 m

26-30

2,100 m

2,300 m

2,600 m

2,800 m

3,100 m

31-35

2,500 m

2,800 m

3,000 m

3,300 m

3,600 m

35-40

2,800 m

3,100 m

3,500 m

3,800 m

4,100 m

41-45

3,200 m

3,600 m

4,000 m

4,400 m

4,700 m

46-50

3,600 m

4,000 m

4,400 m

4,900 m

5,300 m

Km = kilometers

m = meters

Note: Once the ETE-PTL distance has been established, new targets whose speed varies significantly from the planned speed will be evaluated to determine if the target requires a different PTL. The fire support (FS) computer operator should only change the PTL for targets that cause a 1,000-meter or greater variation from the value derived from table M-1. For example, if the ETEPTL distance was 1,400 meters, based on a target speed of 15 kph and range to target of 130 km, a target moving at 20 kph would not require a different PTL (since the ETE-PTL distance of 2,000 meters is not 1,000 meters greater than the 1,400-meter distance derived earlier). However, if the target were moving at 23 kph (an ETE-PTL distance of 2,500 meters), a new PTL should be calculated. This procedure can only be used before the target trips the DTE.

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Total System Time

Establish the time for the common ground station (CGS) to process the track and pass the target array to the AFATDS in seconds. (Default time is 40 seconds.) Establish the time required for each AFATDS in the fire mission chain to process and transmit the FIRE command in seconds. (Default time is 7 seconds for each system.) Establish the time required for each AFATDS in the fire mission chain to process and transmit the FIRE command in seconds. (Default time is 5 seconds for each system.) Add in the launcher time. (Default time is 50 seconds.) Add the totals from steps 1-4. Enter the time of flight (TOF) from the mission calculator on the AFATDS in seconds. Add in the 23 seconds from dispense to state 4. Add the totals from steps 6 and 7. (This is the time to state 4.) Add the totals from steps 5 and 8. (This is the total system time in seconds. Engagement Trigger Event (ETE)

Enter total system time from line 9. Enter the speed of the target in kph. Multiply steps 10 and 11. Divide step 12 by 3.6. (This is the total distance the target array will move in meters.) Take the value of step 13 and trace back along the route of march of the target array to find the placement of the engagement trigger event. Place the ETE geometry perpendicular to the route of march. Decision Trigger Event (DTE)

Enter the time desired between the DTE and the ETE in seconds. (Default time is 1,200 seconds/20 minutes.) Enter the speed of the target in kph. Multiply steps 15 and 16. Divide step 17 by 3.6. (This is the total distance in meters that the DTE should be placed from the ETE.) Take the value of step 18 and trace back along the route of march of the target array from the ETE point to find the placement of the DTE. Place the DTE geometry perpendicular to the route of march. Note: Round numbers up to the next whole number. Figure M-7. Manual Calculation of Trigger Events Job Aid

M-17. Though DTEs and ETEs may be established as a box, circle, or line, it is recommended that DTEs and ETEs be established as lines since it is the easiest method for the sensor to view enemy progress and report when the center of the enemy force passes through them. It is important to note that AFATDS treats line that any event set to “trip” a trigger in 1 DTE or ETE will trip the trigger whenever that event occurs anywhere along that line. DTEs and ETEs can be placed independently or in conjunction with NAIs. Figure M-8 graphically portrays the Block II target engagement process.

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Figure M-8. Block II Target Engagement Process

Mission Cancellation M-18. Guidelines should be established for cancellation of missions. A mission may be canceled anytime prior to missile launch. The executing operational facility (OPFAC) should cancel missions based on the following parameters: • Maximum acceptable deviation of target speed at the ETE from the reported calculated speed of the fire mission. • Minimum number of ACVs that still constitutes a target if forces split. • Unavailability of the sensor or an acceptable substitute to report target data at the ETE.

Automated Fire Mission Planning M-19.

The AFATDS operators have automated tools to perform preliminary analysis of a moving target fire mission without allocating ammunition or committing a unit to fire. AFATDS operators use the munitions calculator AFATDS operators use the capabilities of fire mission processing.

Ammunition and Fire Unit Management M-20. The decide function includes estimating the number of missiles needed to meet operational objectives. The staff considers ammunition and launcher allocation when they wargame the courses of action. The wargaming should include how many targets can be attacked simultaneously. The required number of launchers is based on time available, number of missiles needed, and the projected launch rates. The staff should allocate 2 missiles for each enemy unit with 26-50 ACV targets (unless commander's attack guidance specifies desired effects on the targets). They must use intelligence estimates to determine the number of battalion-sized targets expected on the battlefield and the total quantity of launchers required. The staff must be careful not to overestimate the number of launchers required since targets will not all move at the same time.

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Note: The ammunition estimate is critical. Since MLRS units require pre-positioned ammunition, mistakes in ammunition allocation are costly in time and assets required to redistribute ammunition.

DETECT Sensors Supporting Block II Fires M-21.

Numerous sensor systems support target development for Block II. Sensors include TENCAP, JSTARS, UAS, and SOF. The staff needs sensor information to operate in near-real time. Sensors such as JSTARS or UAS support target coverage through automated interfaces with intelligence and fire support C2 facilities.

M-22. The JSTARS CGS receives processed intelligence data from a variety of platforms and sensors. It can display JSTARS and UAS imagery and receives a wide variety of information from a JTT. JSTARS imagery consists of data that includes continuously updated direction, location, number and rate of movement of enemy force vehicles, plus location of movers that have stopped. The JTT provides the capability to receive and transmit SIGINT from guardrail common sensor (GRCS) and intelligence broadcasts. In addition, the CGS (if co-located with the ground control station) can receive and display video and telemetry from UAS sensors. M-23. JSTARS can locate, track, and potentially identify wheeled versus tracked vehicles (out to a certain range), and predict arrival times and coordinates of moving targets. The system can bracket areas and provide an estimated count of targets in that area (target density). This targeting information can be auto-filled into fire support messages. To maximize effectiveness, the AFATDS uses both target size and target density when they process Block II fire missions. The CGS should be co-located with the supported fire support node if at all possible to facilitate coordination. The CGS has a remote workstation (laptop portable computer) that can be brought directly into the FS tactical operations center. M-24. JSTARS and UAS complement each other. The UA's ability to conduct general search and detection over unfamiliar terrain is extremely limited. However, the UA is effective in observing point targets or conducting route reconnaissance. JSTARS can locate targets with area coverage and direct the UA to confirm the targets. The intelligence community calls this process “observation-cueobservation”; in other communities, it may also be referred to as “cross cueing.” A short scenario of this process follows: • JSTARS locates moving targets through MTI radar (observation); UAS flies to confirm (cue); CGS operator identifies and observes (observation). • UAS identifies moving targets; JSTARS tracks the target, updates its disposition, and passes information on for targeting. • UAS observes a temporary stationary target; JSTARS confirms the target through SAR mode, CGS operator observes for movement. • JSTARS takes a SAR image of a given area based on other intelligence; UAS flies to confirm, identify, and provide the command more visual intelligence.

DELIVER Weapon Aimpoint and Target Engagement M-25. Target engagement is the process of determining when, where, and how targets should be attacked within TAIs. The target size and composition determines the number of missiles required. The FS computer determines the optimum placement of the BATs’ dispense for each missile to be fired. This is the missile’s aim-point. The sensor should be tasked to provide more frequent updates as the target approaches the ETE.

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Fire Missions with Multiple Launchers M-26.

The FS computer software segments large targets (with a length of 6,000 meters and/or width of 5,000 meters) or smaller targets with 70 or more ACVs to achieve the desired effects. The C2 system generates up to 8 child targets, each containing a maximum of 2 aim-points. A single target can require a maximum number of 16 missiles per target (maximum 4 segments per target, maximum 2 aim-points per segment, and maximum 2 missiles per aim-point) (see paragraph M-56.M-57 on target segmentation).

M-27.

The AFATDS performing the target segmentation assigns new target numbers to all child targets and associates them back to the original parent target number. The AFATDS uses the original parent target number as the first target and assigns additional child target numbers as required, all associated back to the parent. When each launcher receives an AMC fire mission, they report “ready” for the target they are assigned. The controlling AFATDS will consolidate these commands and present the final “ready” when all units have reported “ready.” If the controlling system is AFATDS, and if it executes the mission prior to receiving the ready commands for all segments, the launchers that had not reported ready will automatically be sent an EOM for their assigned target. The ready launchers will receive a fire command.

ASSESS M-28.

The Block II assess function differs from the other AFOM in that it will usually take longer to perform. This is due to the targeting objectives of these fires: to divert, disrupt, or delay the enemy forces. For example, the evaluation of mission success may take hours to perform if the commander's attack guidance directs such a delay. The focus for Block II assessment should be on the functional damage caused to the enemy. If possible, this should include an estimate of the time the enemy unit needs to recover from an attack. The collection manager must know precisely what to report as battle damage assessment (BDA) so he can task the appropriate sensor(s). In some cases, it may be as simple as “monitor enemy activity and report if and when they resume movement.”

FUNCTIONAL FLOW OF MISSIONS M-29. The Block II C2 process includes both planning and execution functions. The planning function consists of decision making and guideline development. The execution function involves trigger points, fire mission processing, and tactical/technical direction. Fires may be centrally controlled and executed or centrally controlled but de-centrally executed. Centralized execution is the most frequent scenario. Figure M-9 provides a summary of the Block II mission functional flow.

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Figure M-9. Block II Mission Functional Flow

USING AFATDS TO EXECUTE BLOCK II FIRE MISSIONS M-30. In AFATDS, mission processing begins when a fire mission is received or initiated at an OPFAC. The AFATDS then goes through a series of “filter” checks (for example, duplication, TSS) to see if it qualifies as a fire mission. If it passes these filters, the AFATDS provides the operator with a list of munitions that are effective against the target, along with a list of available units capable of firing the mission. AFATDS also provides enhanced communications capabilities. Note: AFATDS limits Block II to the attack of the target types/subtypes listed in table M-2.) M-31. The AFATDS operator specifies to the CGS operator that he wants moving armor targets reported to him as they are acquired and how often he wants to receive target updates (based on METT-TC). He can predict the number of launchers needed to execute the Block II fire missions, based on intelligence reports of the number of targets he can expect, with the AFATDS munitions calculator function. He also uses the munition calculator to derive PAHs, TAHs, and missile flight paths for airspace clearance.

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Table M-2. AFATDS Target Type/Subtypes Applicable to Block II Target Type

Target Subtype

arty, hvy SP Fire Support

arty, med SP arty, lt SP APC armored vehicle

Maneuver

tank, hvy tank, med tank, lt

ADA

ADA, lt

Legend: AMD— air and missile defense APC—armored personnel carrier arty—artillery hvy—heavy

lt—light med—medium SP— self-propelled

CREATING NAMED AREAS OF INTEREST AND DECISION TRIGGER EVENTS M-32. Create the NAIs along the projected route the enemy unit is expected to travel. Use the “general geometry” type and name each NAI (for example, NAI 12). Create an NAI for the following: • To send posture instructions to the fire unit(s). This NAI should be located far enough away from the next NAI to enable the fire unit to move to the postured location prior to the arrival of the enemy unit there. • To trigger initiation of the preplanned mission. This NAI contains the DTE that serves as the trigger. The DTE must be located far enough away from the ETE to enable final coordination of the PAH, TAH, and missile flight path (MFP) geometries as well as any FSCMs or clearance to fire prior to the enemy arrival at the ETE.

CREATING TARGETED AREAS OF INTEREST AND ENGAGEMENT TRIGGER EVENTS M-33. TAIs must be created with the same general geometry type used to create NAIs. Name each in a similar manner used to name the NAIs. The ETE serves as the trigger for the fire command. It must be located at a distance from the PTL to permit C4 actions, account for missile time of flight (TOF) (obtained from the data for the MFP geometry), and the enemy’s movement speed. For example, if expected C4 time plus time of flight is 4 minutes and the enemy is expected to be moving at 30 kph (that’s 0.5 kilometers—or 500 meters per minute), then the ETE should be placed 2 kilometers from the PTL (500 meters x 4 minutes = 2,000 meters). The formula is: ETEPTL distance = speed of enemy unit (in meters/minutes) x expected C4 time + TOF (in minutes). Note: Important. When creating DTEs and ETEs in AFATDS, always draw the line from left to right. This ensures that the trigger will trip properly when the trigger activity is reported “forward” of the geometry.

CREATING SENSOR ORDERS M-34. AFATDS may create orders for the sensors supporting the mission. For example, if JSTARS is available, use the “ATI;TCRIT” message format. For PK 10 JSTARS, this is under “Alerts &

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Messaging” Æ “Messages” Æ “New.” Select “ATI; TCRIT,” then “Joint STARS.” Fill out the message specifying search areas and target type. If the enemy is an armored vehicle column, select “Armored Vehicle.” The initial sensor tasking may be sent immediately. The ATI;TCRIT window permits geometries to be defined as either circles (grid and radius) or rectangular (2 grids and a width). These geometries appear on the CGS operator’s screen after the CGS receives and processes the message. The AFATDS operator must build a separate ATI;TCRIT window for each NAI and TAI geometry. Create and save (don’t send) additional sensor orders (if necessary) to be used based on enemy movement.

AFATDS TARGET PROCESSING PROCEDURES Establishing On-Call Targets M-35. The AFATDS operator establishes on-call targets (using the planned target location grids) for each ETE using the procedures in figure M-10. The AFATDS operator will later use these on-call targets to execute the Block II fire missions. The operator must build the on-call targets in the “Current” window or the triggers associated with the targets will not activate them. He must also specify the target direction in the “Moving Target Information” window to convey this information to AFATDS.

Figure M-10. Block II On-Call Target Establishment Procedures

Associating On-Call Targets with Trigger Events M-36. Once the AFATDS operator establishes the on-call target, an association must be made with the trigger event. AFATDS initiates the on-call target when the trigger is tripped. The operator does this using the procedures in figure M-11. When the operator completes the association of all the on-call targets with a trigger event, the target planning preparation is complete.

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Figure M-11. Block II Trigger Event Establishment Procedures M-37.

Caution: Do not select target location based on the vector map display (remember, the vector map is not accurate enough for determination of targeting data). Target location should be coordinated using accurate map data such as a paper or digitized map.

Tripping Trigger Events M-38.

The AFATDS operator can automate the “tripping” of DTEs and ETEs by using up to 200 trigger events. The trigger event may be based on target (type/subtype or target number) or enemy unit data (by name) that is reported in a specific (by name) geometry (for example, in an NAI or TAI). Trigger events may also be based on specific times. A rule based on time will simply “trip” when the system clock reaches the specified time.

M-39.

This rule is not used for Block II fire missions. The AFATDS operator can establish criteria to trip a trigger event once a certain number of ACVs enter a defined area on the battlefield (for example, NAIs and TAIs). These methods are discussed below.

Tripping Trigger Events by Target Type/Subtype M-40. The AFATDS operator establishes the trigger to trip when the specified target type/subtype (with the specified strength) enters a specific geometry (DTE) or crosses a line (ETE).

CAUTION The target type/subtype the AFATDS operator uses must be the same as the target type/subtype reported by the CGS (for example, armor/heavy) for the trigger to trip. If the systems do not agree in this respect, the CGS will report the enemy activity but the AFATDS will not trip the trigger.

Tripping Trigger Events by Target Number M-41. The AFATDS operator establishes the trigger to trip when the enemy force with the reported target number enters a specific geometry or crosses a line. The CGS operator must continue to use the target

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number generated by his system when he first reports the enemy activity to track the target. He should inform the AFATDS operator (by voice or free text message) that the target number is associated with that particular target. Once he “hooks” the target (identifies it with an internal tracking number), the CGS uses that same target number every time he updates it in his system. The CGS operator must ensure that he does not report the target as a new target when using this method since the CGS will assign a new target number. Tripping trigger events by target number is the preferred method because it is less likely to trip due to false reports. M-42. Figure M-12 provides an example of how the “Trigger Event” screen appears to the operator and a recommended procedure for using trigger events. The shaded areas and numbers within the circles do not appear on the AFATDS screens. They identify zones in the “Trigger Event” window where specific activities discussed in the figure occur.

Engagement of Targets with Gaps Between Subunits M-43.. If gaps between subunits (groups of vehicles) are 500 meters or less, the array should be treated as a homogeneous linear array and engaged as 1 target. When gaps are greater than 500 meters between subunits, engagement of these subunits provide the most effective results. The subunits could be attacked all at the same time or when the individual units trip their separate engagement trigger event. The engagement timing is situation dependent. If the subunits maintain the same speed (and therefore the gaps remain constant), all targets could be engaged as soon as the first subunit trips its trigger event. If the gaps between subunits get larger or smaller, then each subunit should be engaged separately as it trips its trigger event (see table M-3). Table M-3. Engagement of Targets with Gaps Between Subunits Target Formation

Gaps of 500 meters or less between subunits. Gaps greater than 500 meters between subunits.

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Trigger Event Implement Plan Phase

State:

Trigger Event:

Execute Fire Plan Initiate Fire Mission

Trigger Time (DTG):

DTG-Related Unit Target Related

Activate Geometry

Interval (hours;minutes):

Item ID:

2

Transmit Message

1

Reported:

Geometry:

Send Move Order Radius:

Location:

To: Send Sensor Order

Direction Moving:

Activity:

Send Posture Order From (DTG):

To (DTG):

To:

Reported Location:

Item ID: Time of Report (DTG):

3

Trigger Tripped (DTG):

Reported Activity: Movement Speed (kph):

Direction Moving:

Comments: OK

Window Zone

1

2 3 4

Cancel

4

Execute

Delete

Help

Activity

The operator uses this section of the screen to identify the events that will cause AFATDS to trip the trigger event. He uses the Trigger Event field to give it a name. He sets or suspends the trigger event in the State field. The trigger event is tripped based on either a specified date-time group (DTG) or unit target related activity. The operator selects the Unit Target Activity trigger event option for Block II fire missions. He selects “navigation aids” or another unlikely target type from the Item ID menu options. The operator can either use the reported options of “behind” or “forward of” to tell AFATDS when to trip the trigger based on linear DTEs and ETEs (recommended procedure). IMPORTANT: AFATDS uses the same methodology TACFIRE used to draw lines; it interprets lines drawn from left to right differently than those drawn from right to left. This affects whether the operator selects the “behind” or “forward of” option to cause the trigger to trip. Thus, the operator needs to ensure that he selects the appropriate one based on how he built the DTE and ETE lines. He then specifies “moving” from the Activity menu options and selects the enemy’s general heading from the Direction Moving menu options. This section of the screen defines the actions AFATDS will take once the trigger event is tripped. The operator selects the “on-call target list” from the Initiate Fire Mission menu options and selects the on-call target he previously built. This section of the Trigger Event window is where AFATDS displays the sensor’s trigger event activity report once the trigger is tripped. The AFATDS operator uses this section to send comments (to himself or others); ask AFATDS for help; and cancel, execute, or delete the trigger event. He will type instructions to himself that AFATDS will display once the trigger event is tripped. Figure M-12. AFATDS Trigger Event Window

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Analyzing Targets M-44. The AFATDS operator opens the munition calculator and types in the target number for the target he created earlier. After the operator tabs out of the field, AFATDS will retrieve the target data and place it on the window. M-45. Select the FS system (rocket/missile), and then select the munition type (ATACMS BAT). No other entries are required. M-46.

Select the “Next” button.

M-47. On the ATACMS BAT window, selected target information will be displayed. If this is the first time this target was analyzed, the bottom section of the window will be blank. Otherwise, the results of the most recent analysis will be displayed. M-48.

To conduct an analysis to determine the number of missiles (“Total Qty”) required to achieve a specific “effects desired,” select the “Calculate Qty” button. This will segment the target (if necessary). The bottom of the window will now be filled out with a row for each target segment. Each row identifies the coverage achieved on the segment, the quantity to be fired on that segment (this will always be 1 or 2 missiles), a “Go/No-Go” status and a “No-Go” reason (if applicable). If the number of missiles or number of segments is too large, reduce the “effects desired” value and try again

M-49.

To conduct an analysis to determine the expected effects (“effects desired”) achieved by a specified number of missiles, select the “Calculate Coverage” button. Enter the quantity of missiles desired/available. AFATDS divides the total number of missiles among the required target segments (a segment may be assigned a maximum of 2 missiles). For example, if the target requires 2 segments (due to target strength or size) and “4 missiles” is entered, each segment will be assigned 2 missiles. If “6 missiles” is entered, AFATDS will segment the target into three segments. If the number of missiles or number of segments is too large, reduce the “Total Qty” value and try again.

M-50.

Once segmentation and volume of fire processing is complete, enter a desired fire unit ID or firing point location for each segment. If a specific location is required, enter the firing location (not the fire unit). If the fire unit (but not the firing point) is entered, that fire unit’s current location will be used to run the analysis.

M-51. Select the “Calculate PAH/TAH” button. This will compute the PAH, TAH, and MFP for each segment. Each segment will also be assigned a target number at this time. The PAH, TAH, and MFP will be displayed on the map. You may change firing points and perform this step again if desired. M-52.

Once the PAH, TAH, and MFP locations are calculated, enter fire unit ID for each segment. Select the “Store” button (this will close the window and save the target segments, now called “child targets,” of the original “parent target”).

Pre-coordinate Mission M-53. The AFATDS operator may “push” the PAH/TAH and MFP geometries to the AFATDS unit responsible for clearing ATACMS missions with the supporting air components (typically the battlefield coordination detachment). This provides that OPFAC with a graphic of what these geometries look like. For airspace clearance, set up the AFATDS data distribution to distribute “This Unit’s” “PAH/TAH/MFP” geometries to the OPFAC responsible for clearing ATACMS missions.

Creating Posture Instructions M-54. Select the MLRS fire unit(s) assigned to each segment and then select “Posture.” Create a new posture and when the window opens, type the target number into the target number field and tab out. The firing location used in the munition calculator will be automatically placed in the posture instruction. The volume of fire (1 or 2 missiles) will also be placed in the munitions to be

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uploaded portion of the instructions in the “greater than 20 min” column. Move the quantity from the greater than 20 minute column to the 2-minute quantity. OK the form and send it when the target requires posture action.

ATI and Suspect Target Processing. M-55. The CGS operator uses the ATI; CDR message format to report, update, or delete the current location of a target. This message type is only available to the CGS operator as an outgoing message. The ATI;CDR message is especially useful for tripping trigger events. The CGS operator can auto-fill this message. However, the grid the CGS enters will be the enemy’s location at the time the activity was reported. This is okay for early warning reports and reports concerning enemy activity in DTEs. However, the AFATDS operator must not use the grid reported in the ATI;CDR message as the target location (the stored on-call target contains the PTL coordinates). The CGS operator should send all ATI;CDR reports dealing with enemy activity in the engagement trigger event (ETE). The ATI; CDR message does not report the enemy’s speed or heading. The CGS operator can report enemy speed and heading in a follow-up free text or voice message. Or the AFATDS operator can provide the CGS operator the maximum allowable deviation in the ETE from target speed reported in the Decision trigger event (DTE) and allow the CGS operator to decide whether the target meets the engagement criteria.

A-2.

Suspect Target Processing

M-56. The basic functionally of ST processing is that if a FR/ATI is received that fails TSS checks and is denied by an operator action or a system recommendation, it will be processed as a Suspect Target Processing). If the target is an ATI and the TSS checks fail, the target is submitted for ST processing. Otherwise the ATI is processed normally. FR processing is dependent on whether intervention is on or off. If intervention is on, the target will be submitted for attack analysis even if an initial filter check fails. With intervention off, AFATDS will deny the FR if a filter check fails. If the failure is TSS, the target is sent to ST processing; otherwise the target is placed on the Inactive Target List. Since attack analysis is performed on a target that fails filter checks only when intervention is on, all denials will be as a result of an operator action at the Intervention window. When a denial is issued, the target is checked for TSS failure. If the failure is TSS, the target is sent to ST processing; otherwise the target is placed on the Inactive Target List.

Target Segmentation M-57. Target segmentation occurs at the executing echelon where the target engagement decision is made, normally at the FC/FE. The executing echelon has the sensor information required to perform the target segmentation (target length, width, and strength). Very large targets must be segmented into individual targets according to sizes, which are most efficient for BAT attack (figure M-13). Target segmentation occurs when targets are either 6,000 meters in length, 5,000 meters in width, or have a target strength of greater than 70 ACVs. Target segmentation in AFATDS will also occur based on operator-specified effects. The BAT “acoustic footprint” is the circular area on the ground where the acoustic sensor can acquire targets.

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Figure M-13. BAT Acoustic Footprint

AFATDS Segmentation M-58.

When an AFATDS is in the command and control flow and passing data to a non-AFATDS device , AFATDS executes 1 additional segmentation step. The difference is the view to the operator on the number of child targets (AFATDS view). AFATDS, during the analysis of the mission, will execute an additional segmentation whenever the volume of fire for any segment is greater than 2 missiles. The entire process results in the generation of child targets (segments) for each parent.

M-59. When 2 missiles are required for a child target, the AFATDS will automatically compute the aimpoint offset for the second missile. The aim-point-offset routine will increase the effectiveness of the ATACMS Block II. For example, a linear target that is 8,000 meters in length with a strength of less than 141 ACVs will result in the creation of 2 child targets linked to the initial target. If each of those targets required 4 missiles to meet the defeat criteria, they would be segmented again with each containing 1 aim-point for a total of 4 child targets. AFATDS software also precludes the creation of more than 8 child targets (segments) and complies with the restriction of 16 missiles maximum against any target. Figure M-14 depicts the segmentation as a result of the AFATDS processing.

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Figure M-14. Block II Linear Target Segmentation—AFATDS View

Figure M-15. Target Segmentation in NAI and TAI

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OTHER EMPLOYMENT CONSIDERATIONS Target Engagement and Battle Damage Assessment M-60. The trigger event is initiated as targets move into the leading edge of the TAI. The location of the leading edge, relative to the planned target location, is based on expected (nominal) total system response time and target velocity. Soon after the fire mission is initiated, the operator requests a SAR if JSTARS is to provide the BDA. However, the JSTARS SAR may prove inconclusive due to its low resolution. SAR capabilities are further discussed in appendix A. If the BDA does not require reporting damage to individual targets, the JSTARS MTI mode can report how many vehicles are still moving after the attack.

Safety M-61. Mission planners and executors must keep the safety of friendly forces in mind when employing Block II. The following minimum safe distances should be observed: 10-kilometer radius from aimpoint for vehicles, and 5-kilometer radius from aim-point for personnel.

Environmental Conditions M-62. Block II is a robust system that is capable of effective employment in a wide range of environmental conditions. However, maximum performance cannot be achieved in all conditions. Table M-4 lists those target area environmental conditions where Block II (with basic BAT) fires should not be used. The probability of the environmental conditions listed in the table occurring is low. Environmental conditions that don’t exceed the values in the table may degrade BAT performance. However, these conditions usually must occur in combination to have any significant effect. Table M-4. Block II (with Basic BAT) Target Area No-Go Environmental Conditions Environmental Condition

No-Go Criteria

Sandstorms Thunderstorms Snowstorms

Present in target area

Advective fog

Less than 500 m AGL

Cloud ceiling

Less than 150 m AGL

Whole gale winds at altitude

15 m/sec (54 kph, 29 knots, 33 mph) or greater surface winds, OR 25 m/sec (90 kph, 49 knots, 55 mph) or greater winds between 2,500 m and 5,000 m AGL

Legend AGL = above ground level kph = kilometers per hour m = meters mph = miles per hour m/sec = meters per second

Fire Mission Recomputation M-63. The FS computer will re-compute the Block II fire mission if 1 or more of the following occurs: • If the target strength changes more than 15 ACVs. • If the number of missiles changes. • If the target location changes more than 1,000 meters.

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• •

If the firing platoon’s location changes more than 1,000 meters. If changes in target segmentation causes the target location to change more than 1,000 meters.

Target Patterns M-64. The Block II targets fit into 1 of 2 target pattern categories: linear and dispersed. The FS computer treats on road targets as linear targets. Off road targets are evaluated based on the rules discussed earlier in the target segmentation section to determine if they are linear or dispersed targets. Figure M-16 portrays how these targets would look on the CGS operator's screen. Note that there are 2 dispersed target patterns—those moving in parallel columns and clusters of vehicles. The FS computer operator can enter the target pattern in the DP:_; field of the FM;THMTGT message. Entries are not required in the DP field to employ the BAT. However, if the target dispersal pattern is provided in the message, BAT performance will be enhanced.

DISPERSED

LINEAR

Figure M-16. Target Dispersal Patterns

Total System Error M-65. The size of total system error (TSE) has a direct impact on weapon effectiveness. Block II effectiveness is defined in terms of kills per launcher load (2 missiles). Kills per launcher load should be evaluated with respect to the commander's defeat criteria, battlefield conditions, IPB, and the scheme of operations. The TSE increases as the time from target acquisition to target attack increases. While BAT submunition performance is relatively unaffected by TSE until excessive values occur, the staff should understand the performance degradation that may occur. M-66. BAT performance may also be affected by severe weather and/or countermeasures that tend to aggravate the impact of TSE. Countermeasures to BAT include: foliage, camouflage nets, infrared kits, infrared decoys, sandbags, flares, and smoke. The staff may enhance kill capabilities during degraded conditions by sensor reprioritization, ensuring that processing time lines are minimized, and by fast launch response. Mission processing time lines account for more than half of the TSE. The major components of TSE are: • Sensor errors (includes TLE and target speed estimation error). • Variations from predicted total system response time (C2). • Changes in target movement speed and/or direction (enemy actions). • Delivery error. M-67. Block II effectiveness depends on the accuracy of the predicted moving target location. Variations in target positions around the predicted attack point are known as “down-road” and “cross-road” errors. The down-road error is the largest since it is based on target speed and response time estimations. Since road locations are accurately defined within terrain data, the crossroad error is negligible for targets attacked on roads. M-68. The sensor must be able to monitor the target's behavior, observe the TAI, and quickly relay the required targeting information. Targeting teams evaluate the TLEs of available acquisition systems and fire support system response times. The total fire support reaction time includes: • Target reporting time (including sensor processing).

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• Fire mission processing. • Communication times between nodes. • Missile time of flight to dispense point. • Launcher operations. As these time line components increase, the probability that weapon performance will degrade also increases. Intelligence sources can provide threat IPB templates and movement norms. Time lines drive the appropriate method of mission execution (centralized or decentralized), unit posture, and methods of control.

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Glossary SECTION I – ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS 1LT

first lieutenant

1SG

first sergeant

ABCS

Army battle command system

ACE

analysis and control element

ACV

armored combat vehicle

ACUS AMD

area common user system air and missile defense

ADDS

Army data distribution system

admin

administration

AFATDS AFOM AFU

advanced field artillery tactical data system Army tactical missile system family of munitions ammunition and fire unit

AGM

attack guidance matrix

AHA

ammunition holding area

ALOC alt

administrative and logistics operations center altitude

ALZ

assault landing zone

AM

amplitude modulated

AMC

at my command

ammo

ammunition

ANR AO AOE APAM

active noise reduction area of operations Army of Excellence antipersonnel and antimateriel

ARTY/POS

artillery, type position (mnemonic)

ARTY/UNK

artillery, type unknown (mnemonic)

ASIP

advanced lightweight single channel ground and airborne radio system improvement package

ASL

authorized stockage list, above sea level

ASP

ammunition supply point

ATACMS ATCCS ATHS ATI;CDR ATI;TCRIT

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ATIZ

artillery target intelligence zone

ATK

Attack

ATLASS ATOSUM

automatic message processing summary (mnemonic)

ATP

ammunition transfer point

AVN

Aviation

AZ

Azimuth

BAO

battalion ammunition officer

BAS

battalion aid station

BAT

brilliant antiarmor technology submunition

BC

boom controller

BCS

battery computer system

BCT

brigade combat team

BDA

Battle damage assessment

BDAR

battlefield damage assessment and repair

BDE

brigade

BER

bit error rate

BFV

Bradley fighting vehicle

BIT

built-in test

BITE

built-in test equipment

BLK

block

BMT

battalion maintenance technician

BN BOC

battalion battery operations center

BPS

bits per second

BSA

brigade support area

BSB

brigade support battalion

BSFV

Bradley stinger fighting vehicles

BSOC

battalion supply operations center

BTRY

battery

C

Change

C2 C2AP

command and control command and control application software

C2V

command and control vehicle

CAS

close air support

CAV

Cavalry

CBRN CCB CD

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asset tracking for logistics and supply system

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CD-ROM

compact disc-read only memory

CDR

commander

CEP

circular error probable

CEU

central electronics unit

CFF

call for fire

CFFZ

call-for-fire zone

CFL

coordinated fire line

CFZ

critical friendly zone

CGS

common ground station

CI

civilian internee

CMD

command

CMP

communications processor

CNR

combat net radio

CNTDN COA

countdown course of action

COLT

combat observation and lasing team

comm

communications

COMMZ

communications zone

COMSEC

communications security

CONUS

continental United States

COP

common operational picture

CP

command post; control point

CPT

captain

CSA

Corps storage area

CSB

common sensor boundary

CSEU

control system electronics unit

CSM

command sergeant major

CSN

circuit switched network

CSR

controlled supply rate

CSU

communications service unit

CTA

common table of allowances

CVC

combat vehicle crewman

CZ D D3A DA DAGR DAO DC

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DD

Department of Defense (form identification)

DF

direction finding

DIV

division

DLA

defense logistics agency

DMD

digital message device

DNVT DOD DODAC DODIC

Department of Defense Department of Defense accounting code Department of Defense identification code

DOP

degree of protection

DOS

days of supply

DOT

department of transportation

DP

dispersal pattern

DPICM

dual-purpose improved conventional munition

DRMO

defense reutilization marketing office

DS

direct support

DSA

division support area

DSB

division support battalion

DSS

deceleration and stabilization subsystem

DST

decision support template

DSU

data service unit

DSVT DT

digital secure voice terminal distance traveled

DTD

data transfer device

DTG

date-time group

DTE

decision trigger event

DTO

division transportation officer

EA

engagement area, each

EAC

echelons above corps

EAD

echelons above division

EBC

embedded battle command

ECO

environmental compliance officer

ECOF ED

effects cutoff factor emergency destruction

EDM

enhanced data mode

EDPS

encapsulation and dispensing protection subassembly

EEI EGR ELINT

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digital non-secure voice terminal

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ELMC EMC EMI EOM EPA EPCRA EPE EPLRS

electronics maintenance company electromagnetic countermeasure electromagnetic interference end of mission Environmental Protection Agency Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act estimated position error Enhanced Position Location Reporting System

EPLU

Embedded Program load unit

EPUU

EPLRS user unit

EPW ER ER-MLRS ESA ESAD ETE EU EVAC EW F FA

enemy prisoner of war extended range extended range MLRS rocket Endangered Species Act electronic safe and arm device engagement trigger event electronics unit evacuate electronic warfare Fahrenheit field artillery

FAIO

field artillery intelligence officer

FARP

forward area resupply point

FASP

field artillery support plan

FATDS FAX FBCB2 FC

field artillery tactical data systems Facsimile Force XXI battle command, brigade and below fires cell

FCE

fire control element

FCP

fire control panel; functional command post

FCS

fire control system,

FCSB FCU FD FDC FDNCO FDO FE FED

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FH

frequency hop

FIB

fires brigade

FIST FLOT FM FM;CFF

forward line of own troops field manual; frequency modulation, fire mission fire mission; call for fire (mnemonic)

FOB

forward operating base

FOM

figure of merit

FOS FP FRAGORD FS FSC

forward observer system firing point fragmentary order fire support forward support company

FSCL

fire support coordination line

FSCM

fire support coordination measure

FSCOORD FSEM

fire support coordinator fire support execution matrix

FSK

frequency shift keying

FSO

fire support officer

FSE

force support element

FSSG ft

force service support group feet

FU

fire unit

FWD

forward

FWR

fire when ready

G&C

guidance and control

GCA

guidancne and control assembly

GCE

ground combat element

GCS

guidance and control section

GCSS-A GEN GMLA GMLRS

ground combat support system-Army generator guided missile launch assembly guided MLRS rocket

GPS

global positioning system

GRCS

guardrail common sensor

GRT

ground receiver terminal

GS

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fire support team

general support

GSR

general support reinforcing

GTA

graphic training aid

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HA

hide area

HE

high explosive

HEMAT

heavy expanded mobility ammunition trailer

HEMTT

heavy expanded mobility tactical truck

HET HF

heavy equipment transport high frequency

HHB

headquarters and headquarters battery

HHC

headquarters and headquarters company

HIMARS

high mobility artillery rocket system

HM/HW

hazardous material/hazardous waste

HMMWV

high-mobility, multipurpose wheeled vehicle

HNS

host nation support

HOB

height of burst

HPT

high-payoff target

HPTL HSL HQ HTU HUMINT HVT

high-payoff target list helicopter sling load headquarters hand-held terminal unit human intelligence high-value target

HVTL

high-value target list

ICOM

inputs, controls, outputs and mechanisms

ICP ID IETM

Increased Crew Protection identity interactive electronic technical manual

IEW

intelligence and electronic warfare

IFCS

improved fire control system

IGAMMUNITION

ignore ammunition (mnemonic)

ILMS

improved launcher mechanical system

IMGS

improved missile guidance set

IMINT IMU in INC INOP INS INTEL IP IPB

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IR

infrared, information requirements

ISA

inertial sensor assembly

ISC

inertial sensor computer

IWIU JMEM/SS JP JSOTF JSTARS

Improved Weapon interface unit joint munition effects manual for surface to surface joint publication joint special operations task force joint surveillance and target attack radar system

JTF

joint task force

JTT

joint tactical terminal

JVMF

joint variable message format

JWES

joint munitions effectiveness manual surface-to-surface weapon effectiveness systems

kg

kilogram

kHz

kilohertz

km

kilometer

kph

kilometer per hour

kW

kilowatt

LAN lb LFCP

local area network pound Low Cost Fire Control Panel

LCHR LAY

launcher lay (mnemonic)

LCHR LST

launcher list (mnemonic)

LCAC

landing craft air cushioned

LCM

landing craft mechanized

LDS

launcher drive system

LIU

launcher interface unit

LM

launcher module

LMM LNO

liaison officer

LOC

lines of communication; logistics operations center

LOGPAC LOGSTAT LOS LP

logistics package logistics status line of sight listening post

LPC

launch pod container

LRP

logistics release point

LRSD LRU m

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loadable munition module

long range surveillance detachment line replaceable unit Meter

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MAGTF MARFOR MAXRKTS

Marine air ground task force Marine forces maximum rockets (mnemonic)

MCC

movement control center

MCS

maneuver control system

MDMP

military decisionmaking process

MDU

Mass storage unit

MEB

Marine expeditionary brigade

Mech

mechanic

MEDEVAC

medical evacuation

MEF

Marine expeditionary force

MET

Meteorology (message format)

METT-TC MFOM

mission, enemy, terrain and weather, troops, time available, and civil considerations MLRS family of munitions

MFP

missile flight path

MFR

mission fired report

MGRS MHE MI MICOM MIJI min

military grid reference system material handling equipment military intelligence U.S. Army Missile Command meaconing, intrusion, jamming, and interference operations minute

M/LPA

missile launch pod assembly

MLRS

multiple launch rocket system

MLRS;CFF MLRSIZ mm MMS

MLRS call for fire (mnemonic) multiple launch rocket system size (mnemonic) millimeter metrological measuring set

MOBL

Mobile (launcher status)

MOPP

mission-oriented protection posture

MOS MP

military occupational specialty military police

MRL

multiple rocket launcher

MSD

mass storage device

MSD-FR MSDS

maintenance support device field ready material safety data sheet

MSE

mobile subscriber equipment

MSL

missile

MSR

main supply route

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MSRT

mobile subscriber radio telephone

MST

maintenance support team

MSU

Mass Storage Unit

MTF

message text format

MTI

moving target indicator

MTP

mission training plan

MTOE

modification table of organization and equipment

MTS

movement tracking system

MVR

maneuver

mW

milliwatt

MWR NAD NAI NATO NCO NCOIC

morale, welfare, and recreation net access delay named area of interest North Atlantic Treaty Organization noncommissioned officer noncommissioned officer in charge

NCS

net control station

NET

no earlier than

NFA

no fire area

NKT

net key time

NLT

not later than

NMC

not mission capable

NRT

near real time

NTDR OIC ONC OP OPAREA OPCON OPER

near term digital radio officer in charge on call observation post; operational MLRS platoon operations area operational control Operational (launcher status)

OPFAC

operational facility

OPLAN

operation plan

OPORD

operation order

Opr OPS/F OPS OPSEC OPSTAT ORF

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operator operations/fire net operations, operations (radio net) operations security operational status operational readiness float

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PA

physician’s assistant; position areas

PAC

personnel and administration center

PADS

position and azimuth determining system

PAH

platoon airspace hazard

PART

Partial (launcher status)

PASR

personnel accounting and strength reporting

PBO

property book officer

PCC

precombat check

PCI PCMCIA

precombat inspection personnel computer memory card international association

PDB

power distribution box

PDS

position determining system

PE

probable error

PI

probability of incapacitation, product improved

PIM

payload interface module

PIR

priority intelligence requirements

PLGR

precision lightweight GPS receiver

PLL

prescribed load list

PLS

palletized load system

PLT

platoon

PLU

program load unit

PMCS

preventive maintenance checks and services

PNU

position navigation unit

POC

platoon operations center

POL

petroleum, oils, and lubricants

PSU

power switching unit

PTL

planned target location

QE

quadrant elevation

QM

Quartermaster

QRU R

quick reaction unitary reinforcing

RAM

random access memory

RAU

random access unit

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ROE

rules of engagement

ROZ

restricted operating zone

RP

release point

RS

radio set

RSOI

reception, staging, onward movement, and integration

RSOP

reconnaissance, selection, and occupation of position

RST

resupply trailer

RSV

resupply vehicle

RT

radio transmitter

RWS

remote work station

S-1

adjutant

S-2

intelligence officer

S-3

operations officer

S-4

battalion logistics officer

S-6

signal officer

S/N

signal to noise

SA

situational awareness

SALUTE

size, activity, location, unit, time and equipment (memory aid)

SAR

synthetic aperture radar

SCP

survey control point

SEAD

suppression of enemy air defenses

SHSF

Stay hot shoot fast

SIGINT

signal intelligence

SINCGARS SIP SITREP SIU SNVT

submunition interface processor, system improvement package situation report sequencer interface unit short/no-voltage tester

SOF

special operations forces

SOI

signal operating instructions

SOP

standing operating procedure

SP

start point, self propelled

SPCE

survey, plans, and coordination element

SPLL

self-propelled loader launcher

spt SQDN

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single-channel ground and airborne radio system

support Squadron

SRP

stabilization reference package

SSB

single side band

SSM

surface to surface missile

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STAMIS STANAG SVF SYS;PTM TA

standard Army management information system standardization agreement standard volleys factor plain text message (mnemonic) target acquisition

TAB

target acquisition battery

TAC

tactical

TACSAT

tactical satellite

TAH

target airspace hazard

TAI

target area of interest

TBM TCIM

theater ballistic missile tactical communications interface module

TDA

target damage assessment

TEL

transporter erector launcher

TFC

tactical fire control

TFDMD

tacfire digital message device

tgt

target

TI

tactical internet

TLE

target location error

TM

technical manual, team

TMD

theater missile defense

TMM

target management matrix

TOC

tactical operations center

TOE

table of organization and equipment

TOT

time on target

TPN

tactical packet network

TPU

tactical processing unit

TRADOC

U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command

TRP

target refereence point, troop

TSE

total system error

TSOP

tactical standing operating procedures

TSS

target selection standards

TTF

time to fire

TTP

tactics, techniques, and procedures

TTT

timed time on target

TWR

timed when ready

UA

unmanned aircraft

UAS

unmanned aircraft system

UBL

unit basic load

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UFFE

unit to fire in effect

UHF

ultra-high frequency

ULLS

unit level logistics system

ULLS-G

unit level logistics system-ground

UMCP

unit maintenance collection point

UMT

unit ministry team

URO

user read out

USAF USMC USMTF UTM V

United States Air Force United States Marine Corps United States message text format Universal Transverse Mercator voice (net)

VA

Veterans Administration

Veh

vehicle

VHF

very high frequency

VIC

vehicle internal communications

VINSON VMF WARNORD WGS WILCO

secure device for voice and FM communications variable message format warning order world geodetic survey will comply (mnemonic)

WIU

weapon interface unit

WO2

warrant officer 2

WO

warrant officer

WR

when ready

WSRO XO

weapons system replacement order executive officer

ZALT

zone altitude

ZUPT

zero velocity update

Z-VEL

zero velocity

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M977A2 (2320-01-493-3779) Truck, Cargo, without Winch, M977A2R1 (2320-01-493-3785) Truck, Tank, Fuel, with Winch, M978 (2320-01-097-0249) Truck, Tank, Fuel, with Winch, M978A2 (2320-01-492-8216) Truck, Tank, Fuel, with Winch, M978A2R1 (2320-01-492-8226) Truck, Tank, Fuel, without Winch, M978 (2320-01-100-7672) Truck, Tank, Fuel, without Winch, M978A2 (2320-01-492-8215) Truck, Tank, Fuel, without Winch, M978A2R1 (2320-01-492-8225) Truck, Tractor, with Winch, without Crane, M983 (2320-01-097-0247) Truck, Tractor, with Winch, without Crane, M983A2 (2320-01-492-8223) Truck, Tractor, with Winch, without Crane, M983A2R1 (2320-01-492-8231) Truck, Tractor, with Winch, with Crane, M983 (2320-01-0996421) Truck, Wrecker-Recovery, M984 (2320-01-097-0248) Truck, Wrecker-Recovery, M984A1 (2320-01- 195-7641) Truck, Wrecker-Recovery, M984A2 (2320-01-492-8224) Truck, WreckerRecovery, M984A2R1 (2320-01-492-8233) Truck, Cargo, with Winch, M985 (2320-01-097-0261) Truck, Cargo, with Winch, M985A2 (2320-01-492-8214) Truck, Cargo, with Winch, M985A2R1 (2320-01- 493-3787) Truck, Cargo, without Winch, M985 (2320-01-100-7673) Truck, Cargo, without Winch, M985A2 (2320-01-492-8201) Truck, Cargo, without Winch, M985A2R1 (2320-01493-3789) Truck, Cargo, with Winch, M985E1 (2320-01-194-7032) Truck, Cargo, with Winch, M985E1A2 (2320-01-493-3790) Truck, Cargo, with Winch, M985E1A2R1 (2320-01-493-3792). 21 November 1986. TM 9-2320-279-10-2. Operator's Manual for M977 Series, 8x8 Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Trucks (HEMTT) Truck, Cargo, with Winch M977 (2320-01- 097-0260) Truck, Cargo, with Winch, M977A2 (2320-01-493-3774) Truck, Cargo, with Winch, M977A2R1 (2320-01-493-3782) Truck, Cargo, without Winch, M977 (2320-01-099-6426) Truck, Cargo, without Winch, M977A2 (2320-01-493-3779) Truck, Cargo, without Winch, M977A2R1 (2320-01-493-3785) Truck, Tank, Fuel, with Winch, M978 (2320-01-097-0249) Truck, Tank, Fuel, with Winch, M978A2 (2320-01492-8216) Truck, Tank, Fuel, with Winch, M978A2R1 (2320-01-492-8226) Truck, Tank, Fuel, without Winch, M978 (2320-01-100-7672) Truck, Tank, Fuel, without Winch, M978A2 (2320-01492-8215) Truck, Tank, Fuel, without Winch, M978A2R1 (2320-01-492-8225) Truck, Tractor, with Winch, without Crane, M983 (2320-01-097-0247) Truck, Tractor, with Winch, without Crane, M983A2 (2320-01-492-8223) Truck, Tractor, with Winch, without Crane, M983A2R1 (2320-01-492-8231) Truck, Tractor, with Winch, with Crane, M983 (2320-01-099-6421) Truck, Wrecker-Recovery, M984 (2320-01-097-0248) Truck, Wrecker-Recovery, M984A1 (2320-01-1957641) Truck, Wrecker-Recovery, M984A2 (2320-01-492-8224) Truck, Wrecker-Recovery, M984A2R1 (2320-01-492-8233) Truck, Cargo, with Winch, M985 (2320-01-097-0261) Truck, Cargo, with Winch, M985A2 (2320-01-492-8214) Truck, Cargo, with Winch, M985A2R1 (232001-493-3787) Truck, Cargo, without Winch, M985 (2320-01-100-7673) Truck, Cargo, without Winch, M985A2 (2320-01-492-8201) Truck, Cargo, without Winch, M985A2R1 (2320-01-4933789) Truck, Cargo, with Winch, M985E1 (2320-01-194-7032) Truck, Cargo, with Winch, M985E1A2 (2320-01-493-3790) Truck, Cargo, with Winch, M985E1A2R1 (2320-01-493-3792). 15 June 1987. TM 9-2320-279-20-1. Maintenance Instructions for Organizational Maintenance M977 Series, 8 x 8 Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Trucks (HEMTT) Truck, Cargo, with Winch M977 (NSN 232001-097-0260) Truck, Cargo, without Winch M977 (2320-01-099-6426) Truck, Tank, Fuel, with Winch M978 (2320-01-097-0249) Truck, Tank, Fuel, without Winch M978 (2320-01-100-7672) Truck, Tractor, with Winch, without Crane M983 (2320-01-097-0247) Truck, Tractor, with Winch, with Crane M983 (2320-01-099-6421) Truck, Wrecker-Recovery M984 (2320-01-097-0248) Truck, Wrecker-Recovery M984E1 (2320-01-195-7641) Truck, Cargo, Truck, Cargo, with Winch M985 (2320-01-097-0261) Truck, Cargo, without Winch M985 (2320-01-100-7673) Truck, Cargo, with Winch M985E1 (2320-01-194-7032) Truck, Cargo without Winch M985E1 (2320-01-1947031). 7 April 1987. TM 9-2320-279-20-2. Maintenance Instructions for Organizational Maintenance for M977 Series, 8 x 8 Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Trucks (HEMTT) Truck, Cargo, with Winch M977 (2320-01097-0260) Truck, Cargo, with Winch, M977A2 (2320-01-493-3774) Truck, Cargo, with Winch, M977A2R1 (2320-01-493-3782) Truck, Cargo, without Winch, M977 (2320-01-099-6426) Truck, Cargo, without Winch, M977A2 (2320-01-493-3779) Truck, Cargo, without Winch, M977A2R1 (2320-01-493-3785) Truck, Tank, Fuel, with Winch, M978 (2320-01-097-0249) Truck, Tank, Fuel, with Winch, M978A2 (2320-01-492-8216) Truck, Tank, Fuel, with Winch, M978A2R1 (2320-01492-8226) Truck, Tank, Fuel, without Winch, M978 (2320-01-100-7672) Truck, Tank, Fuel,

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without Winch, M978A2 (2320-01-492-8215) Truck, Tank, Fuel, without Winch, M978A2R1 (2320-01-492-8225) Truck, Tractor, with Winch, without Crane, M983 (2320-01-097-0247) Truck, Tractor, with Winch, without Crane, M983A2 (2320-01-492-8223) Truck, Tractor, with Winch, without Crane, M983A2R1 (2320-01-492-8231) Truck, Tractor, with Winch, with Crane, M983 (2320-01-099-6421) Truck, Wrecker-Recovery, M984 (2320-01-097-0248) Truck, WreckerRecovery, M984A1 (2320-01-195-7641) Truck, Wrecker-Recovery, M984A2 (2320-01-492-8224) Truck, Wrecker-Recovery, M984A2R1 (2320-01-492-8233) Truck, Cargo, with Winch, M985 (2320-01-097-0261) Truck, Cargo, with Winch, M985A2 (2320-01-492-8214) Truck, Cargo, with Winch, M985A2R1 (2320-01-493-3787) Truck, Cargo, without Winch, M985 (2320-01-100-7673) Truck, Cargo, without Winch, M985A2 (2320-01-492-8201) Truck, Cargo, without Winch, M985A2R1 (2320-01-493-3789) Truck, Cargo, with Winch, M985E1 (2320-01-194-7032) Truck, Cargo, with Winch, M985E1A2 (2320-01-493-3790) Truck, Cargo, with Winch, M985E1A2R1 (2320-01-493-3792). 7 April 1987. TM 9-2320-279-20-3. Maintenance Instructions Organizational Maintenance M977 Series, 8 x 8 Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical (HEMTT) Truck, Cargo with Winch M977 (NSN 2320-01-0970260) Truck, Cargo, without Winch M977 (2320-01-099-6426) Truck, Tank, Fuel, with Winch M978 (2320-01-097-0249) Truck, Tank, Fuel, without Winch M978 (2320-01-100-7672) Truck, Tractor, with Winch, without Crane M983 (2320-01-097-0247) Truck, Tractor, with Winch, with Crane M983 (2320-01-099-6421) Truck, Wrecker-Recovery M984 (2320-01-097-0248) Truck, Wrecker-Recovery M984E1 (2320-01-195-7641) Truck, Cargo, with Winch M985 (2320-01-0970261) Truck, Cargo, without Winch M985 (2320-01-100-7673) Truck, Cargo, with Winch M985E1 (2320-01-194-7032) Truck, Cargo, without Winch M985E1 (2320-01-194-7031). 8 April 1987. TM 9-2330-383-14&P. Operator's Unit, Direct Support and General Support Maintenance Manual (Including Repair Parts and Special Tools Lists) for Trailer, Ammunition, Heavy Expanded Mobility, 11-Ton, M989A1(NSN 2330-01-275-7474) (EIC: CAG). 13 December 1991. TM 9-6920-647-13&P. Operator, Organizational, and Direct Support Maintenance Manual, Trainer, Launch Pod Assembly: M68 Part Number: 13288848 (NSN 6920-01-299-2216) EIC: (QAM) Multiple Launch Rocket System: M270. 22 June 2007. TM 9-7440-648-12. Operator and Organizational Maintenance Manual for Communications System Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS). 10 January 1996. TM 11-5820-890-10-1. Operator's Manual for SINCGARS Ground Combat Net Radio, ICOM MANPACK Radio AN/PRC-119A (NSN 5820-01-267-9482) (EIC: L2Q) Short Range Vehicular Radio AN/VRC-87A (5820-01-267-9480) (EIC: L22) Short Range Vehicular Radio with Single Radio Mount AN/VRC-87C (5820-01-304-2045) (EIC: GDC) Short Range Vehicular Radio with Dismount AN/VRC-88A (5820-01-267-9481) (EIC: L23) Short Range Vehicular Radio with Dismount and Single Radio Mount AN/VRC-88C (5820-01-304-2044) (EIC: GDD) Short Range/Long Range Vehicular Radio AN/VRC-89A (5820-01-267-9479) (EIC: L24) Long Range Vehicular Radio AN/VRC-90A (5820-01-268-5105) (EIC: L25) Short Range/Long Range Vehicular Radio with Dismount AN/VRC-91A (5820-01-267-9478) (EIC: L26) Long Range/Long Range Vehicular Radio AN/VRC-92A (5820-01-267-9477) (EIC: L27). 1 September 1992. TM 11-5840-355-20-2. Organizational Maintenance Manual (Antenna Removal and Installation Procedures) for Radar Set, AN/TPQ-37(V)1 (NSN 5840-01-043-4258) (EIC: IYB) AN/TPQ-37(V)2 (5840-01-084-5374) (EIC: IYD) AN/TPQ-37(V)5 (5840-01-270-5101) (EIC: IYG) AND AN/TPQ-37(V)6 (5840-01-270-5100) (EIC: IYF) 1 October 1981. TM 11-7025-297-10-2 Advanced Field Artillery Tactical Data System (AFATDS) Operational Systems Software Version 6.4.0.1 Volume 2. 1 October 2007. TM 38-410. Storage and Handling of Hazardous Materials. 13 January 1999. TM 55-2320-279-14. Transportability Guidance Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Truck (HEMTT), 10-Ton, 8 x 8 Truck, Cargo, Tactical, 10-Ton, 8 x 8, with Light Crane, M977 WOWN (NSN 232001-099-6426) WWN (2320-01-097-0269) Truck, Fuel-Servicing, 10-Ton, M978 WOWN (2320-01100-7672) WWN (2320-01-097-0249) Truck, Tractor, 10-Ton, 8 x 8, M983 with 2-Inch Fifth Wheel (2320-01-099-6421) (w/Crane) with 3.5-Inch Fifth Wheel (2320-01-097-0247) (w/o Crane) Truck, Wrecker, Recovery, 10-Ton, 8 x 8, M984E1 (2320-01-195-7641) Truck, Cargo, Tactical, 10-Ton 8 x 8, with Medium Crane, M985 WOWN (2320-01-100-7673) WWN (2320-01-097-0261)

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Truck, Wrecker, Recovery, 10-Ton, 8 x 8, M984 (2320-01-097-0248) Truck, Cargo, Tactical, 10Ton, 8 x 8, M985E1, Guided Missile Transporter (GMT) WOWN (2320-01-194-7031) WWN (2320-01-194-7032). 29 January 1987.

OTHER DOCUMENTS JP 1-02. Department of Defense Dictionary of Military and Associated Terms. 12 April 2001. JP 3-0. Joint Operations. 17 September 2006. STANAG 2934. Artillery Procedures – AArty-1(A). Edition 2. 31 March 2004. STANAG 5620. Standards for the Interoperability of Fire Support ADP Systems. 27 March 1987. TB 43-0134. Battery Disposition and Disposal. 19 May 2008. TC 3-34.489. The Soldier and the Environment. 8 May 2001. TOE 06465G000. Field Artillery Battalion, Multiple Launch Rocket System Fires. 20 July 2005. TOE 06465G100. Field Artillery Battalion, High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS), Fires. 29 June 2005. TOE 06466G000. Headquarters and Headquarters Battery, Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS), Battalion Fires Brigade. 10 January 2005. TOE 06466G100. Headquarters and Headquarters Battery, Field Artillery Battalion, High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS), Fires Brigade. 29 June 2005. TOE 06467G000. Field Artillery Battalion, Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) Battalion (Fires Brigade). 21 July 2005. TOE 06467G100. Field Artillery Battery, Field Artillery Battalion, High Mobility Rocket System (HIMARS), Fires Brigade. 29 June 2005.

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Index A adjutant (S-1), 2-9, 3-4 administrative and logistics operating center (ALOC), 25 advanced field artillery tactical data system (AFATDS), 1-3, 1-21, 4-20, 5-6, 5-7, 5-8, allsource analysis system/analysis control altitude. See survey ambulance team, 2-5, 3-4 ammunition, 1-3, 1-4 aerial transport, A-1 battalion ammunition officer, 2-5 battalion ammunition officer (BAO), 2-11, 3-4 holding area (AHA), 2-14, 512, 5-21, management, 2-5 resupply vehicle and trailer (HEMTT/HEMAT), 1-20 supply point (ASP), 2-15, transfer point (ATP), 215, amphibious assault, 5-43 antipersonnel and antimateriel (APAM) M74 grenades, 1-14 Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS), 1-1 at my command (AMC) mission, 4-5, J-8 ATACMS, 4-1, 4-3 Block I, 1-14 Block IA, 1-15 Block II, 1-16 missiles, 1-13 Quick Reaction Unitary missile, 1-18 Unitary missile, 1-19 automation management, 3-3

B battalion commander, 2-9, 5-1 duty location, 4-12 field artillery, H-2 FSCOORD, 4-10 battalion headquarters, 2-2, 3-2 battalion maintenance officer (BMO), 2-11

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battalion maintenance section, 3-5 battalion maintenance technician, 2-12 battalion operations. See Section I, Chapter 5. battalion unit maintenance collection point (UMCP), 211, 5-1, battery headquarters, 2-5 battery headquarters, 2-7, 3-6, 3-7, 5-10, 5-11 battery operations. See Section II, Chapter 5. battery operations center (BOC), 2-7, 5-10, 5-12 battery operations officer duties and responsibilities, 2-13 boom controller, 1-5, 1-8 built-in test (BIT), 1-4,

C calibration PDS, 5-21 central electronics unit (CEU)., 1-17 chaplain, 2-11 chemical officer, 2-11 circular error probable (CEP), 1-6 close operations, 4-2 combined operations, 5-39 command and control (C2), 422, 4-35, 6-1, C-5, C-15 battalion automated systems, 5-6 command, control, and communications (C3), 120 fire direction system, 1-21 platoon, 5-18 radar, 4-12 command post, 5-43 command post (CP), 5-11, C-4, C-14, E-1 battalion, 5-1 command sergeant major (CSM), 2-9

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command, control, and communications (C3) system, 1-3 commander battalion, 2-9 battery, 2-12, 3-9 HHS, 2-12 common ground station (CGS), 4-32 common sensor boundary (CSB), 4-29 jungle terrain, 5-40 processor (CMP), 1-5 communications security (COMSEC), 1-4, 4-14, C-9 control system electronics unit (CSEU), 1-16 ccounter fire, 4-20 counter fire officer, 3-10 crest clearance tables, 5-32, 540, G-1 critical friendly zone (CFZ), 416, 4-17, 4-19, 4-25, 4-26

D decide-detect-deliver-assess (D3A), 4-2 unassigned area operations, 41 defensive operations, 4-17, 419 deployment, 4-14, 5-37, 5-39 checklist, L-4 desert operations, 5-42, 5-43 direct support, 4-10 dDOD identification code (DODIC), 1-3 dual-purpose improved conventional munitions (DPICM). See M77 submunition

E electronic countermeasures (ECM), 5-36 electronics unit (EU), 1-4 central, 1-17 emergency destruction (ED), 514, C-7, C-16 enemy prisoner of war (EPW), 5-13,

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estimated position error (EPE), 1-22 executive officer (XO), 2-9, 5-1, extended range rocket (ER), 112, 4-3, 4-11

F figure of merit (FOM), 1-6, 1-22 fire control panel (FCP), 1-3, 14, 1-7 fire control sergeant, 2-13 fire control system (FCS), 1-2, 1-4, 1-5, 5-6, H-3 fire control unit (FCU), 1-5 fire direction center (FDC), 1-3, 2-3, 3-3, 5-11, fire direction officer (FDO), 2-10 fire support coordination line (FSCL), 4-4 fire support element (FE) attack helicopter battalion, 3-5 aviation brigade, 3-5 cavalry squadron, 3-6 fire support execution matrix (FEM), 4-7 fire support officer attack helicopter, 3-9 aviation brigade, 3-8 firing platoon leader, 2-7, 2-13, H-2 firing platoon sergeant, 2-14, firing point (FP), 5-19 computation of safety data, H-6 firing section chief, 2-14 first sergeant (1SG), 2-12 food service, 2-6, 2-8, 2-15, 36, 3-8, 5-12 formations special, 5-16, 5-43 f forward line of own troops (FLOT), 1-1, 4-2, 4-23, 4-24, 5-31, 5-34 frequency modulated (FM), 16, 2-4

G general support, 4-9 general support (GS) maintenance, 3-9, reinforcing, 2-3, 4-9, 4-10 global positioning system (GPS), 1-8, 1-22, 5-20, 5-23, 5-25, 5-29,

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graphic resection. See Appendix F. guidance and control section (GCS), 1-13, 1-15, 1-16 guided missile launch assembly (GMLA), 1-2, 1-10, A-1, A-2, L-3 Guided Unitary rocket, 1-19

H hasty survey technique, 4-17, See Appendix F. headquarters, headquarters and service battery (HHS), 2-1, 3-1 heavy expanded mobility ammunition trailer (HEMAT), 1-3, 1-20 heavy expanded mobility tactical truck (HEMTT), 1-3, 1-20 hide area (HA), 5-14 hide area (HA), 5-19, 5-20, 524, 5-42, J-3 high mobility artillery rocket system (HIMARS), 1-9, 1-19, See Appendix H. human intelligence (HUMINT), 5-13

I imagery intelligence (IMINT), 513 improved fire control system (IFCS), 1-2, 1-7, 1-8 improved launcher mechanical system (ILMS), 1-7 improved position determining system (IPDS) launcher, 1-2, 1-6, 4-4, 5-22, See Appendix H. intelligence officer (S-2), 2-3, 29, 3-3, 4-28 intelligence preparation of the battlefield (IPB), 2-3, 5-30, 534

J joint operations, 5-38 joint surveillance target attack radar system (JSTARS). See appendix J. jungle operations, 5-40

L launch pod container (LPC), 12, 1-3, 1-10, 1-19, A-1

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M M26 rocket, 1-12, 4-2, 4-3 crest clearance tables, G-1 M269 launcher module (LM), 12, 1-4 M270/270A1 launcher, 5-23, 539, check data, H-39, H-41 M270/M270A1 launcher, 1-2, 1-3, 1-7, 1-9, 1-10, 1-15, 4-5 M28A1/M28A2 rocket, 1-13, H1, See appendix H. M39 missile, 1-13, 1-14, 1-19, 4-6, M74 submunition, 1-14, 1-15, 4-4, M77 submunition, 1-12, 1-19, 4-3, 5-40 M993 carrier vehicle, 1-2, 1-3 maintenance support team (MST), 2-5, 2-11, 4-22, 5-18, marches, 5-15 Marine air ground task force (MAGTF), 4-14, 4-15, masks, 5-19, 5-31, 5-32, 5-40 medical services team, 3-4 medical treatment team, 2-4 meteorological data, , H-3 ministry team, 2-4, 3-4 mission, enemy, terrain and weather, troops, time available, and civil considerations (METT-T), 210, 4-14, 4-23, 5-11, 5-30, 534, 5-39, MLRS family of munitions (MFOM), 1-1, 1-9, 1-11, B-1 mountainous terrain operations, 5-40 movement control center (MCC), A-9

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N nonstandard mission, 4-11 northern operations, 5-41

O observation post (OP), 5-12, 513 offensive operations, 4-15, 416 OPAREA, 5-18, H-15, H-24 computation of safety data, H-6, H-7, H-8, H-10, H14, H-16, H-17, H-18, H19, H-22, H-23, H-24 operations officer (S-3), 2-9, 210, 2-13 supervision of BOC, 2-7

P payload interface module (PIM), 1-5 petroleum, oils, and lubricants (POL), 2-14, 5-12, physician assistant, 2-4, 3-4, physician assistant (PA), 2-12 planning, 4-3 platoon headquarters, 2-7, 3-7, 5-17, 5-21, E-13 platoon operations center (POC), 2-7, 5-18, E-13 position azimuth determining system (PADS), 1-22, positioning, 4-2 precision lightweight GPS receiver (PLGR), 1-22, prescribed load list (PLL), 2-6 preventive maintenance checks and services (PMCS), 5-26, program load unit (PLU), 1-4 property book officer (PBO), 212

R radar, 1-23, 3-7, 3-8, 4-25, 533, 5-34, 5-35, 5-36

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counterbattery, 4-8 cueing, 4-29 offensive operations, 4-17 operational control, 4-12 zones, 4-25 radio direction finding, 4-8 radio direction-finding (RDF) equipment, 5-13 raid, 4-23, 4-24 contiguous area operations, 42 reconnaissance, 5-29, 5-30, 542, L-2 OH-58D(I) Kiowa Warrior, 4-32 sergeant, 2-14, 5-18 survey officer, 3-7 reconnaissance, selection, and occupation of position (RSOP), 2-12, 4-7, 5-17, 530 rehearsal, 4-3, 4-6, 4-7, L-3 reload point (RL), 5-20, retransmission (RETRANS), 2-4, 3-3 rockets general, 1-11

S safety. See appendix H. sensor-to-shooter operations, 4-31 shoot and scoot, 5-13 short/no-voltage tester (SNVT), 1-5 signal officer (S-6), 2-10, 3-3 signals intelligence (SIGINT), 5-13 single-channel ground and airborne radio system (SINCGARS), 4-30, stability and support operations, 433, 4-34, 4-35, 4-36 stabilization reference package/position determining system

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(SRP/PDS), 1-2, 1-5, 5-21, 5-28 stay hot, shoot fast, 4-5, 4-37, J-3 supply sergeant, 2-8, 2-15, 3-6, 3-8 support platoon leader, 2-14 suppression of enemy air defense (SEAD), 4-20 survey, 2-3 chief of party, 3-3, 5-3 equipment, 1-22 graphic resection. See Appendix F. survey control point (SCP), 520, 5-21, 5-23

T tactical communications interface module (TCIM), 121, tactical operations center (TOC), 5-1, 5-2, E-3 tactical standing operating procedures (TSOP), 4-6, 51, 5-14, 5-18, See Appendix C. target acquisition (TA), 4-12, 417, 4-25 battery commander, 3-9 radar technician, 3-10 target acquisition battery (TAB), 3-6, 5-33,

U unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), 4-15, 4-32, J-2 urban operations, 5-41

W when ready (WR), J-8

Z zones, 4-25, 4-26, 4-27

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By order of the Secretary of the Army:

GEORGE W. CASEY, JR. General, United States Army Chief of Staff

Official:

JOYCE E. MORROW Administrative Assistant to the Secretary of the Army 0820401

DISTRIBUTION: Active Army, Army National Guard, and U.S. Army Reserve: To be distributed in accordance with the initial distribution number 114317, required for FM 3-09.60

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