Anti-Armor Weapon Systems Study Notes
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What is the name of the reusable portion of the Javelin system?

  • Command Launch Unit (correct)
  • Launch Tube Assembly
  • Battery Cooling Unit
  • Missile

What is the maximum range of the M98A2 Javelin round?

  • 5000 meters
  • 1000 meters
  • 3500 meters
  • 2500 meters (correct)

What does the "NVS NOT COOL" indicator on the CLU display mean?

  • The missile has failed to launch
  • The Night Vision Sight is not at operating temperature (correct)
  • The Seeker mode is not activated
  • The battery needs to be replaced

What is the default attack mode for the Javelin missile?

<p>Top Attack (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Position Attitude Determination Subsystem (PADS) provides grid coordinates for the system and target positions using GPS data.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Seeker Trigger?

<p>Initiates the seeker mode of operation/lock-on (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum range of the M41A7 Saber?

<p>Over 3000 meters (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the TU elevation brake on the Saber?

<p>Stabilizes the missile during launch (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a "Hot Position" in terms of anti-armor weapon placement?

<p>A position with good fields of fire and accommodates backblast (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary difference between "Active Protection" and "Passive Protection" in terms of defense against anti-armor weapons?

<p>Active protection relies on countermeasures like jammers while passive protection relies on physical barriers like armor. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main concept driving the "Ambush Concept" in anti-armor warfare?

<p>Surprise and overwhelming firepower (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a category of anti-armor weapons?

<p>Ultra-Heavy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The "HAW MAW LAW" concept emphasizes engaging targets at maximum range with a combination of heavy, medium, and light anti-armor weapons.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum range for the MAAWS HE (High Explosive) round?

<p>1250 meters (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum range for the MAAWS HEDP (High Explosive Dual Purpose) round against stationary armored targets?

<p>500 meters (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a control found on the left handgrip of the Javelin CLU?

<p>Fire Trigger (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum range for the TOW2B Aero (Aerodynamic Ogive) missile?

<p>4200 meters (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum engagement range for the Javelin missile in top attack mode?

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What is the primary purpose of the "Direct View Optic" on the Javelin CLU?

<p>To provide the operator with a magnified view of the target (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum magnification of the Javelin CLU's Night Vision Sight?

<p>12X (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum engagement range for the Saber system?

<p>300 meters (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum penetration capability of the Saber system?

<p>36 inches (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between the BGM-71C ITOW and the BGM-71D TOW 2 missiles?

<p>The TOW 2 incorporates a thermal beacon for improved guidance (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The BGM-71F-3 TOW 2B AERO missile incorporates an aerodynamic ogive for improved flight performance.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary mission of anti-armor weapons?

<p>To destroy enemy armored vehicles (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a secondary mission of anti-armor weapons?

<p>To provide fire support against point targets (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which method of fire is least effective against targets facing the gunners?

<p>Frontal fire (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of utilizing "Cross fire" in anti-armor engagements?

<p>It creates flank shots on targets facing the gunners (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which method of fire is best employed against targets in depth?

<p>Depth fire (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of "Killwindow fire" in anti-armor engagements?

<p>To engage targets that are moving from one covered area to another. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the two main methods of initiating an anti-armor engagement?

<p>On order and event oriented (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which "enemy" type is considered the most dangerous?

<p>Most dangerous enemy (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a key element to consider when positioning anti-armor weapons?

<p>Speed of deployment (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an advantage of using ATGMs (Anti-Tank Guided Missiles)?

<p>High rate of fire (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main disadvantage of using ATGMs?

<p>Vulnerability to countermeasures (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one advantage of using LAV-25s in anti-armor engagements?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical armor penetration capability of the LAAW (Lightweight Anti-Armor Weapon)?

<p>24 inches (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a consideration for using machine guns (MGs) in anti-armor engagements?

<p>They can limit enemy visibility (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a consideration for using robotic weapons (RWs) in anti-armor engagements?

<p>They are only effective against stationary targets (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key consideration for using fighter aircraft (FWs) in anti-armor engagements?

<p>They are vulnerable to anti-air defenses. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary consideration for using artillery (Arty) in anti-armor engagements?

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Which of the following is NOT considered a "Heavy" anti-armor weapon?

<p>SMAW (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of the "HAW MAW LAW" concept compared to "Mass Surprise Fires" (MSF)?

<p>It can engage enemy armor for a longer period of time (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The "Mass Surprise Fires" (MSF) concept is designed for immediate and overwhelming firepower, aiming to disrupt enemy formations quickly.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the "SEEKER MODE" indicator on the Javelin CLU display indicate?

<p>The seeker mode is activated (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The "SEEK" indicator on the Javelin CLU appears after the missile is activated and the CLU is in Seeker mode.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The "MSL CONN" indicator on the Javelin CLU means that the CLU has a good connection to the missile but the seeker is not activated.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The "Missile Not Ready" indicator on the Javelin CLU lights while the missile is cooling down after the seeker is activated.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the "Alternate" position for anti-armor weapons?

<p>The alternate position serves the same mission as the primary position but is located in a different location.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the "Supplementary" position for anti-armor weapons?

<p>The supplementary position fulfills a different mission than the primary position but is located in a different place.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

M98A2 Javelin

A man-portable, medium-range anti-tank weapon system with Fire and Forget capability.

Command Launch Unit

The reusable component of the Javelin system with controls and sensors for targeting.

M98A2 Javelin Round

Includes the launch tube, missile, and battery cooling, defeating advanced armor up to 2,500 meters.

M41A7 Saber

A heavy anti-tank system that includes various components for precision fire.

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PADS

Subsystem that determines position using satellites, crucial for targeting accuracy.

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Seeker Trigger

Starts the lock-on mode for missile tracking after adjustments.

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Round Interface Connector

Connects and transmits digital information and signals between components.

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Attack Mode

Shows the missile's path to the target, defaults to Top Attack.

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FTL capability

Provides accurate grid coordinates for targeting with high precision from PADS.

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Aided Target Tracking

Enhances missile tracking performance to increase hit and kill rates.

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TU elevation brake

Stabilizes the Saber system at launch for accurate firing.

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Hot Position

Firing position with good visibility and manageable backblast.

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Cold Position

A defensive position with maximum cover, ideal for safety.

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Fire Patterns

Tactics for spreading anti-armor fire across multiple targets.

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Active Protection

Systems like jammers and radar to protect against weapon attacks.

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Passive Protection

Static armor that does not react upon impact, like nets and plates.

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Reactive Protection

Involves protective strategies that fire explosions in response to threats.

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Target Precedence

The process of deciding which enemy unit to engage first based on threat levels.

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Primary Position

Main designated firing location for a specific mission.

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Ambush Concept

Guidelines for situating anti-armor weapons for surprise attacks.

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HAW MAW LAW

Involves heavy, medium, and light weapons targeting enemies at maximum range.

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Mass Surprise Fires

Simultaneous attacks on enemy with all anti-armor assets available.

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MSF advantages

Quick, violent volleys can rapidly kill and demoralize the enemy.

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ATGM advantages

High accuracy, versatile deployment, can hit armor from vulnerable angles.

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ATGM disadvantages

Susceptible to enemy fire, slow, and terrain-restricted.

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Study Notes

Anti-Armor Weapon Systems - Study Notes

  • Javelin (M98A2): Man-portable, medium-range anti-tank weapon system.

    • Consists of a reusable Command Launch Unit (CLU) and a missile.
    • CLU features day/night sights, gunner controls, display indicators, and built-in testing.
    • Javelin round includes a Launch Tube Assembly (LTA), Battery Cooling Unit (BCU), and a missile for defeating various armors. Max range: 2,500 meters.

  • Saber (M41A7): Mobile, heavy anti-tank precision fire system.

    • Includes a launch tube, Target Acquisition Subsystem (TAS), Traversing Unit (TU), tripod, Fire Control Subsystem (FCS), Lithium Power Source (LPS), and Position Attitude Determination Subsystem (PADS).
    • PADS requires at least 4 satellites for own position and 5 for target position, providing grid coordinates with high accuracy (60-meter Circular Error Probable (CEP) at 6,000m).
    • Aided Target Tracking improves missile accuracy (hits and kills). A TU elevation brake improves stability.
    • Important firing considerations include: Launch tube and wire clearance (30"), friendly locations, backblast, standoff distances, minimum engagement ranges, systems checks, and water considerations (limited at 1100m).
    • Penetration: 36 inches of homogenized steel.

  • Positioning Considerations:

    • Hot Positions: Good fields of fire, accommodate backblast, one per weapon.
    • Cold Positions: Maximum cover, defendable positions.

  • Fire Patterns: Standard techniques for distributing anti-armor fire on multiple targets.

  • Protection Types:

    • Active Protection: Systems that emit to protect (e.g., jammers, radar, fragmentation).
    • Passive Protection: Armor that doesn't react to hit (e.g., cages, nets, spaced armor plates).
    • Reactive Protection: Explosive and non-explosive measures.

  • Targeting Priorities: Target Precedence determines which enemy is engaged first based on threat level.

  • Weapon Categories: Anti-armor weapons are categorized as light, medium, and heavy.

  • HAW MAW LAW Concept: Heavy, medium, and light anti-armor weapons engaging targets at maximum range. A concept of firing to overwhelm.

  • Mass Surprise Fires (MSF): Simultaneous engagement by multiple anti-armor weapons.

  • Anti-Armor weapon performance parameters: Various rounds and missiles have specific maximum ranges, limitations, and penetration capabilities are defined. Examples include MAAWS (Various Rounds), Javelin, TOW, and others.

  • Engagement Methods: Frontal, Crossfire, and Depth fire.

  • Enemy Threat Levels: (Dangerous, Most Dangerous, Least Dangerous Enemies)

  • Weapon Positions: Primary, Alternate, and Supplementary positions.

  • ATGM (Anti-Tank Guided Missile) Advantages and Disadvantages.

  • Specific Weapon (LAV-25, LAAW, MG, RW, FW, Arty) Considerations: Details on capabilities, limitations, and considerations for each of the weapon systems.

  • Firing Considerations (CLU/Saber/TOW) - Technical specifics around the usage and operation of each system.

  • Weapon System Display Indicators: Descriptions of the CLU display indicators ("NVS NOT COOL," "Attack Mode," "Seeker Trigger," "Missile Not Ready," etc.)

  • Weapon Data: Includes various specifics relevant to the functions and operation of each weapon systems (minimum range, max range, launch angles, backblast, etc.).

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Explore the key features and operational capabilities of anti-armor weapon systems such as the Javelin and Saber. This quiz focuses on their components, functionalities, and precision targeting methods. Test your knowledge on these advanced military technologies.

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