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BATTALION SUPPORT WEAPONS

PCC MANUAL

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CHAPTER-1

82 MM MOR

INTRODUCTION
1. 82 mm mortar is weapon capable of giving big firepower in support of company/battalion in all
phases of war. Normally this weapon is under the CO during wartime as well as during training.

CHARACTERISTICS OF 82 MM MORTAR(MOR)
2. The characteristics of this weapon are divided into three main categories: -

a. Physical characteristics.

b. Fire power

c. Tactical employment.

(1) Physical Characteristics

(a) Weight
(i). Barrel - 36 lbs
(ii). Bipod - 41 lbs
(iii). Base plate - 33 lbs
(iv). Sight Unit - 21 lbs

(b) Traverse
82 mm Mor is capable of traversing through a total of 150 mills,
75 mills left and 75 mills right from the centre.

(c) Elevation
The barrel of 82 mm Mor can be elevated from 350 mills to 958
mills.

(2) Fire Power Characteristics.

(a) Rate of Fire.
(i) Slow 1- 5rpm (rounds per minute).
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(ii) Normal 5 - 10 rpm.
(iii) Rapid 10- 15 rpm.
(iv) Intense15 - 20 rpm.
(b) Range
(i) Max range 3000m – 3040m
(ii) Min range 200m

(c) Flexibility
82 mm Mortar can give fire support while being traversed through
6000 mills at the range of 3040m without changing base plate posn.

(d) Visibility
82mm Mor can be used to give fire Sp in all weather condition,
rainy, sunny day or night provided precautionary measures are
observed

(e) Fire Potential

The wpn 82mm mor can use three types of bombs:-
(i) HE Bombs.
(ii) Smoke Bombs.
(iii) Illuminating bombs.

(f) Fragmentation
On explosion the fragmentation of 82mm bomb kills within the
radius of 20m and inflict injuries up to a radius of 100m.

(g) Time of Flight

Flying time of 82 mm bomb, range from 0 - 27 sec depending on
the amount of charge and the range aimed.

(h) Limitations
(i) Beaten - zone.The area beaten by the bomb of 82 mm Mor
characterised by an elliptical shape, being long and narrow.
(ii) Accuracy: The accuracy depends on the aiming, weather
changes and the difference in amount of charges.

(3) Tactical Employment

(a) High Trajectory
(i) 82 mm Mor can engage direct and indirect tgts.
(ii) 82 mm Mor can be deployed behind object and yet engage
tgts effectively.
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(iii) 82 mm Mor can give fire Sp with its bombs flying over
friendly force’s heads.

(b) Mobility
The crew of 82 mm can mount and dismount quickly and deploy
the wpn in a very short time. Where vehicles cannot carry them
the crew can dismantle and carry wpn.

(c) Vulnerability
Crew shouting, explosion, smoke and vehicles cause this
weapon vulnerable to the enemy so it’s advised to shift the posn
of mortar after every short while.

SECTION – 2

DEPLOYMENT OF 82 MM MOR IN ALL PHASES OF WAR

3. One section of 82 mm Mor is responsible to give fire support to an Infantry
Company in all phases of war.
a. Advance
During adv a sec of 82 mm Mor in Sp of Infantry Coy will adapt one of the
following methods.

(1) While mounted in vehs a sec of Mor will adv following the Infantry
Coy and will dismount and deploy quickly ready to Sp the Coy when
required to do so.

(2) While the Infantry Coy is advancing, the 82 mm Sec Mor will be
deployed to Sp it up to its maximum range where the Infantry Coy will
halt and the Mor sec will move fwd to the posn of the Infantry Coy.
This method is time consuming so it is more advisable to adopt the
first method.

b. Attack
During attack a Mor Sec in sp of Infantry Coy will be deployed to provide
fire sp up to 2000m beyond en posn so that it can give its fire power up to the
time reorganization and exploitation without changing its posn in delivering
the following types of fire.

(1) Harassing fire.

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(2) Neutralizing fire
(3) Destructive fire

c. Defence
In defence a Mor Sec will be deployed to sp the coy during day and night.
Means of communication is by field telephone and radio.

(1) Routine harassing fire should continue as scheduled from reserves mor posn.
(2) Mortar posn should be dug in and properly camouflaged and track
discipline observed.
(3) Mortar should be aimed at DF SOS.
(4) Veh containing bomb and other store should be well camouflaged at
the park line.
(5) A continuous listening and watch on the radio and field telephone
should be maintained 24 hrs.

d. Withdraw
Deployment in new defensive area is the same as in old defensive area.
The sec comd (Cpl) is a member of the rear recce party to choose where to deploy his
wpns. MFC will be informed of a chosen position for deployment.

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ROLES OF 82 MM MOR IN PHASES OF WAR

4. a. Advance
(1) To give quickly fire SP to the Coy during encounter battle.
(1) To have pre arranged fire plan along the axis of adv especially in
suspected areas.

b. Attack
(1) Participate in the preparatory fire plan.
(2) Provide fire sp during attack
(3) To sp reorganization and exploitation.

c. Defence
(1). Sp local counter attack plan
(2). Fire Sp in DF SOS.
(3). Achieve mutual support.

d. Withdrawal
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(1) Forcing the en to deploy by inflicting serious damage to Pers and eqpt
from long range.
(2) Give fire Sp to our patrols.
(3) Give fire Sp as per DF plan in helping the coy withdrawal.
(4) Help the coy achieve its withdrawal plan.

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CHAPTER-2

SECTION –5

60 MM MOR

INTRODUCTION
6. 60mm Mor has got big firepower to support an Infantry Coy in all phases of war.
This wpn is used by Infantry and is in the fire Pl.

7. General description of 60mm.

a. It has a calibre of 60mm.

b. It is use by infantry.

c. 60mm Mor can engage direct and indirect tgts.

d. 60mm Mor is used from Pl level upwards.

e. 60mm is fired by insetting the bomb in the barrel.

AIM
8. The aim of this lesson is to teach officer the characteristics, Deployment and
firepower of 60mm Mortars.

SECTION –6

CHARACTERISTICS
9. The characteristics of this wpn are divided into two categories: -

a. Physical characteristics.

b. Fire power characteristics.

(1) Physical characteristics

(a) Range
(i) Maximum range is 2.5 km
(ii) Minimum range is 100m.
(b) Weight
(i) Base plate - 4.5 KGs
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(ii) Bipod - 8.8 KGs
(iii) Barrel- 5.5. KGs
(iv). Sight - 1.8 KGs
(v) Toolkit - 3.3 KGs

(c) Elevation
60 mm Mor can have the barrel elevated from 45o to 85o.

(2) Fire Power characteristics

(a) Rate of fire

(i) Normal 5 - 15 rpm
(ii) Rapid 15 - 20 rpm.
(iii) Intense 20- 25 rpm

(b) Fire Potential

60 mm Mor can be employed to fire three types of bombs
namely:-
(i) HE bombs
(ii) Smoke bombs
(iii) Illuminating bombs

(c) Fragmentation
60 mm Mor` kills within the radius of 20 m and can inflict
injuries up to the radius of 100m.

(d) Flexibility
60 mm Mor can give fire support through a traverse angle of
6000 mills at the range of 2.5 km without change of base plate
posn.

(e) Visibility
This wpn can be used in any weather condition sunny, rainy day
or
night provided all precautionary measures are observed.

(f) Limitation
(i) Beaten Zone
The area beaten by a MOR bomb, which is characterised
as elliptical shape/long and narrow.
(ii) Accuracy
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Depends on aiming, weather and the amount of charges
in different bombs.

SECTION – 7

ORGANIZATION OF 60 MM MORTAR
9. a. A section of 60 mm Mor has the following Pers.
(1). Sec comd - Cpl
(2). Mor Crew - 4/Ptes

b. One section of 60 mm Mor has got two pieces. Two crews man each piece.
The section is commanded by a Cpl.

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CHAPTER-3

75 MM RR ANT TANK GUN

SECTION - 8
INTRODUCTION
1. 75 mm RR is among the organic wpns in the Infantry Bn/Company, which provides firepower to
the ground forces.

a. The calibre is 75 mm.

b. The wpn is light, portable for long distance.

c. It is meant for direct target it can also be used to destroy en tanks and bunkers
(enemy defence).

CHARACTERISTICS OF 75 mm RR ATK
2. Characteristics of 75 mm is grouped as follows:-

a. Physical appearance (this will include)

(1) Barrel.
(2) Tripod or wheels
(3) Sight unit.
(4) Traversing.
(a) Traversing left is 15o and
(b) Traversing right is also 15o

(5) Elevation
(a) Ascending 30o
(b) Descending 5o

b. Fire power
(1) Rate of fire
(a) Normal 2 - 3 rpm (rounds per minutes)
(b) Rapid 3 - 8 rpm

(2) Range Data

(a) Maximum range 6660 meters or 6.7 kms
(b) Range of moving tgt 400 - 800 meters.

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(c) Range of static tgt 400 - 1,200 meters.

(3) Flexibility
(a) This wpn can be mounted on a vehicle e.g. Jeep or land Lover.
(b) Also it is deployed on the ground when there is enough Field of
fire.
(c) In the field precautions must be taken for the Back blast danger
area.
(4) Vulnerability
(a) According to its noise when in action it can be heard by en
from far.
(b) The advancement of Technology on forces can locate its
presence by the use of locating devices e.g. Radar

NOTE Back Blast Danger area is an area behind the wpn after the
sound hit and when the pressure pushes the cartridge,
This pressure takes an area of 30 meters in distance and 60o
radius.

RR (Recoilless Rifle) 75 mm RR is called that because it

Doesn’t have recoil system like other small arms e.g. SMG and
LMG.

(5) Fire potential

(1) H.E. To destroy troops on the ground.
(2) Rotating Heat - To destroy en tanks.
(3). Non-rotating Heat - To destroy buildings and en
defence.

SECTION - 9

TACTICAL DEPLOYMENT
3. Selection principles for the Wpn`s deployment posn.

a. It is deployed well forward in the flanks or gaps to cause attrition to the en.

b. It is advised that it should be deployed according to enemy tank approaches.

c. It should be deployed where it can play a mutual support with other small
arms.

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d. It should be deployed where it can give effective fire (or where its fire can be
effective.

e. To be deployed in the concealed area/Ground.

f. It must have alternative posn.

SECTION 10

ROLES OF 75 mm RR ATK GUN IN ALL PHASES OF WAR

4. a. Advance
(1) To support quick attack and protect areas by coys.
(2) To protect company flank during Advance.

(3) To act as reserve force so as to attack on tanks.

b. Attack
(1) To assist in preparation of Assy area.
(2) To protect own flanks during company’s reorganisation.
(3) To support by fire when company is crossing obstacles.
(4) To support by fire when company is conducting flanking attack.
(5) To destroy en defences.
(6) To protect captured land.

c. In Defence
(1) To protect main en tank approaches
(2) To support counter attack.
(3) To destroy en land forces.
(4) To be deployed on the gaps and defence flanks.

d. In the Withdrawal
(1) To delay the en so as to enforce security during wdr.
(2) To strengthen new defensive posn.
(3) To strengthen security against en Tank during company withdrawal.

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CHAPTER-4

14.5 MM AAC HEAVY (HY) MACHINE GUN

SECTION - 12

INTRODUCTION
1. a. 14.5 mm AAC HY MG is among the organic Wpn in the If Bn/Company
which provides fire power to Air defence.

b. 14.5 mm AAC HY MG is Chinese. First manufactured in 1958.

c. Its calibre is 14.5 mm

d. It is meant for direct tgts, can play ground and ant aircraft roles.

CHARACTERISTICS OF 14.5 mm AAC HY MG

2. Characteristics of 14.5 AAC HY MG is grouped as follows: -
a. Physical appearance: - This will include.
(1) Barrel.
(2) Computing sight.
(3) Gun base
(4) Traversing mechanism is 360o round.
(5) Elevation mechanisim.
(a) Ascending 90o angle
(b) Descending -15o angle.

b. Fire Power
(1) Rate of fire
(a) Slow 1 - 5 rpm (Rounds per minute).
(b) Normal 5 - 10 rpm (rounds per minute).
(c) Rapid 10 - 15 rpm (rounds per minute).
(d) Continuous 1 - 300 rpm (rounds per minute).

(2) Range Data:-

(a) Max-range is 7000 meters.
(b) Effective range 1500-2000 meters.
(c) Effective range 1000 grd tgt
(d) Muzzle velocity
(1) APIC 910 m/s
(2) APICT 1000 m/s
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(3) Type of Ammo

(a) Amour piercing catridge tracer
(b) Amour piercing Incinding catridge

c. Tactical deployment
(1) Selection principles for the wpns`s deployment posn
(a) It is deployed well in CP, flanks or gaps to cause attrition on the
en.

(b) It is advised that it should be deployed according to en

approaches.

(c) It should be deployed where it can play a mutual support with

12.7mm AAC MG and other small arms.

(d) It should be deployed where its fire can be effective.

(e) To be deployed in up ground area.

(f) Normally AAC Pl Wpns is not divided to rifle coys, but remains
as
an Air defence platoon (Pl) under Bn comd in defence.

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ROLES OF 14.5 mm AAC HYMG IN ALL PHASES OF WAR:

3. a. Advance:
(1) To support front forces
(2) To defend Bridge, Airports, and CP.

b. In Attack
(1) To defend CP.
(2) To defend front forces against air attack and ground attack

c. In Defence:
(1) To defend the defensive position against air attack.
(2) To defend command post (CP).
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(3) To defend field artillery and infantry in defence.

d. In Withdrawal (WDR)
(1) To provide air defence for withdrawal forces.
(2) To defend our wdr routs and bridges.

(3) To defend the new defence area.

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CHAPTER – 5

12.7 mm MMG – MG

SECTION – 15

INTRODUCTION
1. a. 12.7 mm AAC is among the organic wpn in the Infantry Bn/Company, which
provides firepower as Air defence and ground troops.
b. Its calibre is 12.7mm
c. 12.7 mm AAC is Chinese made, first manufactured in 1956.
d. It is meant for direct target.

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CHARACTERISTICS OF 12.7 MM AAC

2. Characteristics of 12.7 mm AAC is grouped as follows:
a. Physical appearance
(1) Tripod
(2) Barrel
(3) Sight unit

b. Fire Power
(1) Rate of fire
(a) Slow 1 - 4 rpm
(b) Normal 4 - 6 rpm
(c) Rapid 6- 16 rpm
(d) Continuous 1 - 150 rpm (Full bullet)
(e) Barrage fire 1 - 25 rpm

(2) Range Data

(a) Max - range 7,000 metres
(b) Against air tgt effective - range 1,500 metres .
(c) Muzzle velocity 840 per sec
(d) Ground role tgts, Antipersonnel - 1000 metres and Ant
Armour/APC, is 500 metres.

c. Tactical Deployment
The use of this wpn is multipurpose e.g. can be used against Air targets, surface
tgts, and in marine operation.

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ROLE OF 12.7 mm AAC IN ALL PHASE OF WAR

3. a. Advance:
(1) To provide air defence to ground and marines during advance.
(2) To provide security for the rear guards.

b. Attack
(1) To provide air defence and security in the battlefield.
(2) To defend Bn CP against enemies air attack.
(3) To defend other formations against air attack.

c. Defence
(1) Provide air defence to the Bn CP and formations.
(2) To defend different installations combat SVC CP - Installation. (Adm
groups) combat SP CP.
(3) To guard (defend) water points bridges, airport and other stations.

d. Wdr
(1) To be a rest guard against en air attack.
(2) To defend routes, bridges, Installations and other posts.

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CHAPTER - 6

7.62 MM MMG (MEDIUM MACHINE GUN)GPMG

SECTION - 18

INTRODUCTION
1. 7.62 mm MMG is among the wpns which provide sp fire power in the Infantry
Bn/Coy, the wpn is light and portable for long distance by Infantry soldiers.

CHARACTERISTICS OF 7.62 MM MMG

2. Characteristics of 7.62 mm MMG is grouped as follows:-
a. Range - data
(1) Normal range is 100 - 1500 meters.
(2) The effective range of slow moving aircraft targets is at height of 500
meters.
(3) It can pierce through iron by 0.5”at a distance of 500 meters.
(4) Maximum range is 4000 meters.

b. Rate of fire
(1) Normal - 1 - 60 rpm (rounds per minutes).
(2) Rapid 1 - 90 rpm
(3) Continuous - 1 - 25 rpm

c. Ammo (fire potential)

(1) Ball Ammo is for normal tgt
(2) Ammo piercing is for crafts and APC`s,
(3) Tracer is for indicating and tracings of Tgts.

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ROLES OF 7.62 MM MMG

3. a. To destroy enemy troops

b. To play the ant aircraft role

c. To fire (Destroy) the enemy APCs

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d. To fire tgts which small arms cannot fire.

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TACTICAL EMPLOYMENT
4. a. In Advance

(1) To be deployed forward in case of enemy APCs Attack

(2) To be deployed to the rifle Coys or recce Pls.
(3) To be deployed well forward in the flanks or gaps which can cause
attrition to enemy.
(4) It should be deployed where it can play a mutual support with other
small arms.
(5) It should be deployed where it can give effective fire.
(6) To be deployed in the concealed area/ground.
(7) It must have alternative posn.

b. In Attack
(1) Covering fire.
(2) Harassing the enemy
(3) Neutralizing.

c. In Defence
(1) To guard the enemy likely approaches, dropping zones, landing zones
and gaps.
(2) To deploy in front of the defence for mutual support in the battle
position.
(3) MMG DF tasks to be between two Infantry secs for likely enemy
approach.

a. In the Wdr
(1) To secure troops during withdrawal against the enemy.
(2) To secure demolition guards.
(3) To strengthen new defensive posn.

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