ATP-3-09-12 Field Artillery Counterfire and Weapons Locating Radar Operations Download
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AN/TPQ-53 Weapons Locating Radar System Characteristics and Employment 26 October 2021 ATP 3-09.12 H-9 Figure H-6. Example of radar movement using the radar position area cluster method SITE ACCESS H-28. The WLR site should have more than one route of approach. Routes of approach should be accessible by section vehicles, free from enemy observation, and capable of being guarded by a minimum number of personnel. The quality of access must also be considered. Some essential considerations include: Accessibility during poor weather conditions. Can the position be accessed during periods of rain and snow? Positions that may deteriorate during inclement weather should be avoided to prevent stranding the WLR.