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Attack

Tanks on line normally precede the APCs by 100 to 400 meters. Infantry dismount when the enemy is in range of their weapons or when the tanks are threatened by antitank weapons. When the latter occurs, the infantry dismount and run to the rear of the tanks which they use for cover while engaging targets and/or spotting targets for the tanks. When the tanks close with the enemy and demolish antipersonnel obstacles, the infantry follow the tanks by 50 meters, assaulting the enemy. When the assault is complete, the infantry remount their vehicles and continue the attack. An attack formation is normally assumed within 1,000 meters of enemy positions.

MECHANIZED BATTALION ATTACK

During an attack, a mechanized brigade is tasked to capitalize on the success of the infantry division it is supporting. When the infantry division has opened a gap in the enemy’s line, the mechanized forces are committed into that gap. It is their responsibility to widen the gap and continue the attack. While the mechanized forces are attacking, the organic light infantry battalion and reconnaissance assets are attempting to locate weaknesses in the enemy’s rear area.

If the infantry division is unsuccessful, the mechanized forces are committed into another sector. The infantry division maintains contact with enemy forces to keep them from relocating and reinforcing another unit.

The first echelon of an attacking mechanized battalion will consist of two infantry companies supported by artillery from the brigade. This artillery is controlled by the brigade commander. The companies are typically reinforced with tanks from the brigade’s armor battalion.