Javelin and Saber Weapon Systems Overview
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What is the full name of the anti-tank weapon that consists of a Command Launch Unit (CLU) and a round?

M98A2 Javelin

What does the acronym CLU stand for in the context of the Javelin system?

Command Launch Unit

What is the maximum range of the M98A2 Javelin round?

2,500 meters

What are the components included in the M41A7 Saber system?

<p>Launch tube, Target Acquisition Subsystem (TAS), Traversing Unit (TU), tripod, Fire Control Subsystem (FCS), Lithium Power Source (LPS), and Position Attitude Determination Subsystem (PADS) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the acronym PADS stand for?

<p>Position Attitude Determination Subsystem</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum number of satellites required for the PADS to accurately determine its own position?

<p>4</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the term "Seeker Trigger" in the context of anti-armor weapons?

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

What is the purpose of the Round Interface Connector?

<p>It provides an electrical interface and a conduit for digital information and seeker image signals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The indicator "NVS NOT COOL" on the CLU display means that the Night Vision Sight has reached its operating temperature.

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

What are the two attack modes displayed on the CLU display?

<p>Top Attack and Direct Attack</p> Signup and view all the answers

FTL capability is provided through PADS on TAS, giving grid coordinates for the system and target positions with an accuracy of 60 meter CEP at 6,000 meters.

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

Aided Target Tracking improves missile track and decreases the percentage of hits and kills.

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

What does the TU elevation brake provide for the Saber system?

<p>Improved stability at launch</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of the term "Hot Position" in the context of anti-armor weaponry?

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

What is the definition of the term "Fire Patterns" in the context of anti-armor weaponry?

<p>Standard techniques for distributing anti-armor fires on multiple targets.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the two categories of armor protection systems?

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What is the definition of the term "Reactive Protection" in the context of anti-armor weaponry?

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

What is the purpose of "Target Precedence" in anti-armor warfare?

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

What is the definition of the term "Primary Position" in the context of anti-armor weaponry?

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

What is the purpose of the "Ambush Concept" in anti-armor warfare?

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

What are the three categories of Anti Armor weapons?

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What is the HAW MAW LAW concept?

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

What is the purpose of "Mass Surprise Fires" in anti-armor warfare?

<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?

<p>1,250m for airburst and 1,300m for impact.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum range of the MAAWS HEDP against stationary armored targets?

<p>500m</p> Signup and view all the answers

At what launch angle is a MAAWS Illum fired at 300m?

<p>25 Deg</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum range of the Javelin?

<p>2,500m</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum range of the Javelin for top attack?

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

What is the minimum range of the Javelin for direct attack?

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

What does the left-handgrip control on the Javelin consist of?

<p>Filter switch (FLTR), focus switch (FOC), and sight select switch (SGT SEL)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the Fire Trigger on the Javelin?

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What is the field of view (FOV) of the CLU sights on the Javelin?

<p>Day FOV (4x), WFOV (4x), NFOV (12x), and Seeker FOV (9x) (from missile).</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum range of the TOW2B Aero?

<p>4,200m</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the magnification of the Direct View Optic?

<p>WFOV - 4X and NFOV - 12X</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the range of magnification for the NVS?

<p>2X, 4X, or 12X</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the important considerations for firing the Saber?

<p>Launch tube and wire clearance, location of friendlies, backblast, standoff, minimum engagement range, systems check out, and water (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Saber's penetration capability?

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

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

<p>65-3,750m</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between TOW 2 and TOW 2A?

<p>TOW 2A features a precursor charge.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum range of the BGM-71F TOW 2B AERO?

<p>4,200m</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does CAPS stand for in relation to the BGM-71F-6 TOW 2B AERO Gen 2?

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What is the maximum range of the BGM-71H TOW BB?

<p>3,000m</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 weaponry?

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

What type of fire is effective against a column of enemy vehicles?

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

What kind of fire is used when targets are facing the gunners?

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

What is the purpose of depth fire?

<p>To engage targets in depth, firing at outer units first, then towards the center.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of "killwindow fire"?

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

What are the two methods of initial engagement with enemy forces?

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What is the definition of the term "most dangerous enemy" in the context of anti-armor warfare?

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

What is the purpose of an alternate position in the context of anti-armor warfare?

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

What is the purpose of a supplementary position in the context of anti-armor deployment?

<p>A different position and a different mission.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the key factors to consider when positioning anti-armor weapons? (Select all that apply)

<p>Standoff (A), Mutual support (B), Cover and concealment (C), Flank shots (D), Dispersion (E)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the advantages of using ATGMs?

<p>High first round hit probability, equipped on different platforms, and defeat of most armor from flank and top attacks.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the key considerations when using a LAV-25?

<p>TOW capable, 25mm can penetrate light armor, and easily transportable (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the key considerations when using LAAWs?

<p>Can penetrate T-62 and older tanks, highly portable, limited exposure time, and MK-153, 600mm armor penetration (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the heavy anti-armor weapons?

<p>Tow and Tanks</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the medium anti-armor weapon listed?

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

What are the advantages of the HAW MAW LAW concept?

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

What are the advantages of Mass Surprise Fires?

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

The term "SEEKER MODE" is located on the left side, bottom of the display.

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

The term "SEEK" appears on the display when the missile is not activated and the CLU is in Seeker mode.

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

The term "MSL CONN" appears on the display when there is a good connection between the CLU and the missile but the seeker is not activated.

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

The term "Missile Not Ready" lights up on the display when the missile has cooled down after seeker activation.

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

Flashcards

M98A2 Javelin

Fire and Forget, Man-Portable, Medium Range, Anti-Tank Weapon with CLU and round.

Command Launch Unit

Re-usable part of Javelin with Day/Night sights and gunner controls.

M98A2 Javelin Round

Includes launch tube, battery cooling, and missile for armor defeat up to 2500 meters.

Aided Target Tracking

Enhances missile tracking and hit percentage.

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PADS

Position Attitude Determination Subsystem needing satellites for location and target coordinates.

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Attack Mode

Indicates missile path to target, defaulting to Top Attack.

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Active Protection

Systems like jammers and radar that protect from attacks.

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Passive Protection

Armor that doesn’t react when hit, like nets or spaced plates.

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Reactive Protection

Involves both explosive and non-explosive measures for defense.

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Target Precedence

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

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Primary Position

Main firing position designated for specific missions.

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Mass Surprise Fires

Simultaneous engagement of enemy with all anti-armor weapons.

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HAW MAW LAW

Concept of heavy, medium, and light anti-armor weapons engaging at max range.

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Frontal Fire

Effective against columns, allowing flank shots.

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Cross Fire

Used when targets face gunners, enabling flank shots.

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Killwindow Fire

Exposed area between cover allows engagements of moving targets.

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Methods of Initial Engagement

On order or event-oriented strategies for firing.

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Most Dangerous Enemy

An enemy weapon that is about to engage friendlies.

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ATGM Advantages

High first round hit and versatile against armor.

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ATGM Disadvantages

Vulnerable to fire, slow rate of fire, terrain limited.

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LAV-25 Considerations

Capable of towing, can penetrate light armor, easily transportable.

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MSF Advantages

Violent volleys kill and demoralize enemy rapidly.

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Methods of Initial Engagement

Strategies to engage targets effectively from the start.

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Cold Position

Position with maximum cover; defendable.

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Supplementary Position

Different position and mission from primary operations.

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DEPTH Fire

Engagement starting with outside units, then moving inward.

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LAAW Considerations

Can penetrate older tanks, portable but limited exposure time.

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Fire Trigger

Initiates the sequence for missile firing.

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Javelin Max Range

The maximum effective range of the Javelin is 2500 meters.

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BGM-71C ITOW

Range of 65-3750 meters with an extendable probe.

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Study Notes

Javelin System

  • M98A2 Javelin: Man-portable, medium-range anti-tank weapon system. Consists of the Command Launch Unit (CLU) and the round.
  • Command Launch Unit (CLU): Reusable part of Javelin. Includes day/night sights, gunner controls, display indicators, and built-in testing.
  • M98A2 Javelin Round: Composed of the Launch Tube Assembly (LTA), Battery Cooling Unit (BCU), and the missile. Capable of defeating current and projected armor; maximum range is 2,500 meters.

Saber System

  • M41A7 Saber: Man-portable, heavy anti-tank system. Includes the 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 its own position and 5 for enemy position, providing grid coordinates. Target acquisition accuracy is 60m Circular Error Probable (CEP) at 6,000 meters.
  • Seeker Trigger: Initiates the missile's seeker mode.
  • Round Interface Connector: Provides an electrical connection for information and seeker image signals.
  • NVS NOT COOL: Indicator on the CLU display that signals when the Night Vision Sight (NVS) isn't at operating temperature.
  • Attack Mode: Indicator on the CLU showing missile path. Top attack is default; direct attack is user selectable.

General Anti-Armor Concepts

  • Fire Patterns: Standard methods for distributing anti-armor fire across multiple targets.
  • Active Protection: Systems that actively try to protect, like jammers, radar, or fragmentation.
  • Passive Protection: Armor that doesn't react upon impact, like cages, nets, or spaced armor plates.
  • Reactive Protection: Explosive or non-explosive measures placed within armor.
  • Target Precedence: Deciding which enemy target to engage first based on threat.
  • Primary/Supplementary Positions: Main firing position vs. secondary positions with different missions.
  • Ambush Concept: Guidance for anti-armor weapon positioning.
  • Categories of Anti-Armor Weapons: Light, medium, and heavy.
  • HAW MAW LAW: Concept of light, medium, and heavy anti-armor weapons firing at maximum range.
  • Mass Surprise Fires (MSF): Coordinated engagement of enemy forces using all anti-armor weapons.

Weapon Specific Parameters (Ranges, Modes, and Considerations):

  • M98A2 Javelin: Max range 2500m. Minimum direct attack range 65 meters. Minimum top attack range of 150 meters.
  • M41A7 Saber: Various components and features with specific functions and uses. Includes Fire Control Subsystem (FCS). Key aspects include launch tube and wire clearance, friendly locations, backblast, standoff considerations, minimum engagement range, system check out, and water considerations.
  • TOW2B Aero: Max range of 4200m, min range of 200m.
  • Various TOW models: Different sub-types with features like the precursor charge and aerodynamic ogive.
  • BGM-71 series: Range, types of warheads and capabilities of various TOW variants
  • LAV-25: Tow capable with 25mm cannon's penetration capabilities
  • LAAW: Considerations including penetration capability, portability, exposure time, and armor penetration.
  • MGs & RW: Capabilities against various targets and importance of factors like angle of attack, tracking time, and time on station.
  • FWs and Arty: Specific considerations when using these types of weapons.

Display Indicators

  • CLU Sights: Optics provide different field of views (FOV) and magnifications.
  • Seeker Mode: Indicates missile is now being guided by the seeker, illuminated by the "Seeker" light
  • "MSL CONN": Indicates a stable CLU/missile connection
  • "Missile Not Ready": Shows that the missile is still in a cooling down phase
  • "Seek": Indicator appearing after missile activation and the CLU is in Seeker mode

Engagement Considerations

  • Position Considerations: Hot positions (good fields of fire, withstand backblast), and Cold positions (maximum cover).
  • Firing Considerations: Critical aspects of targeting (standoff, flank shots, minimum engagement range).

Types of Fire

  • Front Fire Least effective against targets facing the gunner,
  • Cross Fire Effective against targets facing the gunner, requiring good communication.
  • Depth Fire Effective against targets in depth—targeting outer units first, moving toward the center.
  • Kill Window Fire Employing this type of fire when targets move between covered areas.

Enemy Threat Levels

  • Most Dangerous Enemy Engaging, or preparing to engage, friendlies.
  • Dangerous Enemy Capable of engaging friendlies.
  • Least Dangerous Enemy Cannot, or is not powerful enough to engage, friendlies.

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Explore the features and components of the M98A2 Javelin and M41A7 Saber weapon systems. This quiz covers the key differences, capabilities, and technologies involved in these advanced anti-tank systems. Test your knowledge on the command launch units and the essential components that enhance targeting accuracy.

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