Javelin and Saber Anti-Tank Systems
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What is the maximum range of the M98A2 Javelin round?

2,500 meters

What is the name of the re-usable portion of the Javelin system?

Command Launch Unit

What is PADS?

Position Attitude Determination Subsystem

What is the purpose of the Seeker Trigger?

<p>Initiates seeker mode of operation/lock-on after track gate adjustment</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is indicated on the CLU display when the Night Vision Sight has not reached operating temperature?

<p>NVS NOT COOL</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the two attack modes available on the Javelin?

<p>Direct Attack (A), Top Attack (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the accuracy of the FTL capability provided through PADS?

<p>60 meter CEP at 6000 meters</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the TU elevation brake on the Saber?

<p>Provides the Saber improved stability at launch</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a Hot Position?

<p>A position with good fields of fire, accommodates backblast, one per weapon.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of Fire Patterns in an anti-armor context?

<p>Distributing anti-armor fires on multiple targets.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of Active Protection systems?

<p>Emitting to protect, e.g., jammers, radar, fragmentation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the core characteristic of Passive Protection systems?

<p>Armor not reacting when hit, e.g., cages, nets, spaced armor plates.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main aspect of Reactive Protection systems?

<p>Involves explosive and non-explosive protection measures.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of anti-armor engagement, what is Target Precedence?

<p>Determining which enemy weapon to engage first based on threat level.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of a Primary Position?

<p>Main firing position with a specific mission</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the Ambush Concept?

<p>Guides positioning of anti-armor weapons.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the three categories of Anti-Armor weapons?

<p>Heavy (B), Light (C), Medium (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the concept of HAW MAW LAW?

<p>Heavy, medium, and light anti-armor weapons engaging targets at max range.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Explain the concept of Mass Surprise Fires (MSF)

<p>Simultaneous engagement of enemy forces with all anti-armor weapons.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum range of the MAAWS HE round?

<p>1250m Airburst, 1300 Impact</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the MAAWS Illum launch angles?

<p>300m-25 Deg, 2100-25 Deg, 301-2099- 20 Deg</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum backblast zone for the MAAWS system?

<p>90 deg, 100m</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum range of the Javelin system?

<p>2500m</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum range of the Javelin system in top attack mode?

<p>150m</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum range of the Javelin system in direct attach mode?

<p>65m</p> Signup and view all the answers

What controls are located on the left handgrip of the Javelin system?

<p>Sight Select Switch (SGT SEL) (A), Focus Switch (FOC) (C), Filter Switch (FLTR) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the field of view (FOV) options for the CLU sights in the Javelin system?

<p>Day FOV (4x) (A), Seeker FOV (9x) (B), NFOV (12x) (C), WFOV (4x) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum range of the TOW2B Aero system?

<p>4200m</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the magnification options for the Direct View Optic?

<p>WFOV - 4X (A), NFOV - 12X (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the magnification options for the NVS (Night Vision Sight)?

<p>4X (B), 12X (C), 2X (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some of the firing considerations for the Saber system?

<p>Systems Check Out (A), Location of friendlies (B), Standoff (C), Water (1100m) (D), Minimum Engagement Range (E), Backblast (F), Launch tube and wire clearance (30&quot;) (H)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the armor penetration capability of the Saber system?

<p>36 inches of homogenized steel</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the range of the BGM-71C ITOW system?

<p>65-3750m</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the key features of the BGM-71D TOW 2 system?

<p>Thermal Beacon, Warhead, Flight Motor</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key distinction of the BGM-71E TOW 2a system?

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What is the primary feature of the BGM-71F TOW 2b system?

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What is the primary distinction of the BGM 71F-3 TOW 2b AERO system?

<p>Aerodynamic Ogive</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary feature of the BGM-71F-6 Tow 2B AERO Gen 2 system?

<p>CAPS</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of the BGM-71H TOW BB system?

<p>Titanium Point Designed for hard targets</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary mission of anti-armor weapons?

<p>Destroy enemy armored vehicles, tanks, IFV's, APC's, and other support vehicles</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the secondary mission of anti-armor weapons?

<p>Provide fire support against point targets like bunkers and crew served weapons</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key characteristic of frontal fire?

<p>Effective against a column, allows flank shots, least effective against targets facing the gunners</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary use of cross fire?

<p>Used when targets are facing gunners, creates flank shots, requires good communication</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of depth fire?

<p>Employed against targets in depth, fired at outer units first then towards the center</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of killwindow fire?

<p>Exposed area between two covered areas that allows an ATGM gunner sufficient time to engage a target that is moving from a covered area to another.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the two methods of initial engagement?

<p>Event Oriented (C), On Order (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What defines the most dangerous enemy?

<p>An enemy weapon that can engage, is engaging, or preparing to engage friendlies</p> Signup and view all the answers

What defines a dangerous enemy?

<p>An enemy weapon that could engage a friendly but has not seen it yet</p> Signup and view all the answers

What defines a least dangerous enemy?

<p>An enemy weapon which cannot engage or is not powerful enough to destroy a friendly</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an alternate position?

<p>Same mission but different position</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a supplementary position?

<p>Different position, different mission</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the key considerations when it comes to anti-armor positioning?

<p>Cover and Concealment (A), Mutual Support (B), Standoff (C), Flank Shots (D), Dispersion (E)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the main advantages of ATGM (Anti-Tank Guided Missile) systems?

<p>Defeat most armor from flank and top attacks (D), Equipped on different platforms (E), High First Round Hit (F)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the main disadvantages of ATGM systems?

<p>Limited by terrain and vegetation (A), Slow time of flight (B), Slow rate of fire (C), Vulnerable to enemy fire (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the main considerations for the LAV-25 (Light Armored Vehicle 25)?

<p>TOW Capable (A), Easily transportable (B), 25mm can penetrate light armor (E)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some considerations for LAAW (Light Anti-Armor Weapon) systems?

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What are the main characteristics of machine guns in an anti-armor role?

<p>40mm HEDP 2&quot; at 2200m (A), Can penetrate light skin .50cal .75&quot; at 1500m (C), Limits enemy visibility (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some considerations for RW (Rotary Wing) aircraft in an anti-armor role?

<p>Angle of attack (A), TOW and Hellfire capable (B), Mobility (C), Time on station (D), Can penetrate MBTs (E), Tracking time exposures (F)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some considerations for FW (Fixed Wing) aircraft in an anti-armor role?

<p>Vulnerable to ADA (A), SEAD (C), Best used to the rear against columns (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some considerations for artillery in an anti-armor role?

<p>155mm (B), Counter battery (C), Copperhead requires laser des (D), DPICM for light skin (E)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are examples of heavy anti-armor weapons?

<p>Tanks (A), TOW (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the main advantages of using a HAW MAW LAW concept?

<p>Normally allowing for more kills forward of the friendly positions (A), Engage enemy armor for a longer period of time (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the main disadvantages of using the HAW MAW LAW concept?

<p>Early detection (A), Longer exposure (D), Difficult flank shots at range (E)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the main advantages of using Mass Surprise Fires (MSF)?

<p>Violent volleys kill and demoralize enemy quickly (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is the SEEKER MODE indicator located on the Javelin system?

<p>Right side top of display</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what circumstances does the "SEEK" indicator appear on the Javelin system?

<p>After missile activation and CLU in Seeker mode</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the "MSL CONN" indicator indicate on the Javelin system?

<p>Appears with good CLU/missile connection without Seeker activation</p> Signup and view all the answers

What message is displayed to the operator on the Javelin system if the missile is not ready?

<p>&quot;Missile Not Ready&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

M98A2 Javelin

A medium-range, man-portable anti-tank weapon including the Command Launch Unit and the round.

Command Launch Unit

The reusable part of the Javelin system with controls and display indicators.

M98A2 Javelin Round

Comprises a Launch Tube Assembly, Battery Cooling Unit, and missile for defeating armor.

M41A7 Saber

A portable anti-tank precision fire system with multiple components for targeting and firing.

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PADS

Position Attitude Determination Subsystem that uses satellites for positioning.

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Attack Mode

Shows missile path on CLU display with Top and Direct attack settings.

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Active Protection

Systems that emit signals to protect against threats, like jammers and radar.

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Passive Protection

Armor that does not react when hit, such as nets and spaced armor.

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Target Precedence

Deciding which enemy weapon to engage first based on threat level.

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Primary Position

Main firing position assigned for a specific mission.

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Cross Fire

Engaging targets facing gunners, creating flank shots with communication.

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Killwindow Fire

The actionable area for engaging targets transitioning between cover.

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ATGM advantages

High first-round hit probability and capable of defeating armor with flank attacks.

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LAAW considerations

Light anti-armor weapon that can penetrate older tanks and is highly portable.

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MSF advantages

Simultaneous fire that can quickly devastate and demoralize an enemy.

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Javelin max range

The maximum distance the Javelin can effectively target is 2,500 meters.

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Killpatterns

Techniques for distributing fire against multiple targets.

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Depth Fire

Firing at outer units of a target before moving to central ones.

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TOW2B Aero Max Range

A variant with a maximum range of 4,200 meters.

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Seeker Mode

Mode that locks onto targets after track gate adjustments.

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Method of Initial Engagement

Refers to engagement tactics like on-order or event-oriented.

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Heavy Anti Armor Weapons

Consists of Tow missiles and Tanks used for robust anti-armor capability.

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Study Notes

Javelin System

  • M98A2 Javelin: Man-portable, medium-range anti-tank weapon. Consists of a Command Launch Unit (CLU) and the missile round.
  • Command Launch Unit (CLU): Reusable unit with day/night sights, gunner controls, display indicators, and built-in testing.
  • M98A2 Javelin Round: Includes Launch Tube Assembly (LTA), Battery Cooling Unit (BCU), and guided missile to defeat current/future armor. Max range: 2500 meters.

Saber System

  • M41A7 Saber: Easily moved, heavy anti-tank weapon with precision fire. Includes launch tube, Target Acquisition Subsystem (TAS), Traversing Unit (TU), tripod, Fire Control Subsystem (FCS), Lithium Power Source (LPS), and Position Attitude Determination Subsystem (PADS).
  • Position Attitude Determination Subsystem (PADS): Requires minimum 4 satellites for own position, 5 for enemy position, providing grid coordinates (60-meter CEP at 6000 meters).
  • Seeker Trigger: Initiates missile's lock-on mode after track adjustment.
  • Round Interface Connector: Electrical connection for digital/seeker image data transfer.
  • Night Vision System (NVS) NOT COOL Indicator: Lights on CLU display when NVS isn't at operating temperature.
  • Attack Mode: Shows missile path to target. Top Attack is default; Direct Attack is manual.
  • Target Acquisition Subsystem (TAS) FTL Capability: Provides grid coordinates with high accuracy.
  • Aided Target Tracking: Improves missile track, increasing hit/kill percentages.
  • TU Elevation Brake: Increases Saber's launch stability.
  • Hot Position: Location with good fields of fire, accommodating backblast (one per weapon).
  • Cold Position: Position offering maximum cover and defensibility.
  • Fire Patterns: Standard techniques for distributing anti-armor fire across multiple targets.

Protected Systems

  • Active Protection: Systems like jammers, radars, and fragmentation defenses.
  • Passive Protection: Armor that doesn't react on impact (e.g., cages, nets, spaced plates).
  • Reactive Protection: Explosive and non-explosive protection measures.

Target Engagement

  • Target Precedence: Prioritizing enemy weapons based on threat level.
  • Primary Position: Main firing position with a specific mission.
  • Ambush Concept: Guides the positioning of anti-armor weapons.
  • Categories of Anti-Armor Weapons: Light, medium, and heavy.
  • HAW MAW LAW: A concept to utilize heavy, medium, and light anti-armor weapons for maximum target range.
  • Mass Surprise Fires (MSF): Simultaneous engagement of enemy forces using all available anti-armor weapons.

Weapon Specific Data (Ranges, Angles, and Characteristics)

  • Detailed tables with ranges, launch angles, capabilities, and considerations for various anti-armor weapons (Javelin, Saber, TOW series, MAAWS, LAV-25, LAAW, MG, RW, FW, Arty) are included.

Fire Support and Engagement Concepts

  • Methods of Initial Engagement: Order-based or event-driven (such as reaction to enemy movement).
  • Enemy Threat Categories: Most dangerous (actively engaging friendlies), dangerous (potentially engaging), and least dangerous enemies.
  • Positioning Principles: Cover, concealment, dispersion, mutual support, standoff distance, and flanking opportunities.
  • ATGM Advantages: High first-round hit probability, various platform compatibility, adaptability to flank and top-attack approaches.
  • ATGM Disadvantages: Vulnerability to enemy fire, slow flight/fire rate, terrain and vegetation limitations.
  • Understanding of different firing positions (frontal, cross fire, depth fire, kill-window).
  • Significance of alternate and supplementary positions.
  • Essential factors for anti-armor positioning.

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