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FM/G298 · Vehicle tactics

Vehicle positioning and exposure techniques

Passages
7
Reading time
2 mins
Views
90
Owned by
Unit Command
Platforms
Every platform
Role cards
13 cards
Published
23 Sep 2026
On this page
  1. Hull down position FM/BG-940
  2. Turning out (unbuttoning) FM/BG-944
  3. Turret down FM/BG-1347
  4. Use of terrain FM/BG-1348
  5. Use the terrain to conceal a vehicle. FM/BS-1349
  6. Jockeying FM/BG-1350
  7. Jockey a vehicle FM/BS-1351

Hull down position

A hull down position uses terrain to expose only a vehicle’s turret or primary weapon system while concealing the hull, minimizing the profile presented to the enemy and protecting critical components. This posture significantly increases survivability by reducing the likelihood of catastrophic hits while allowing the vehicle to engage effectively.

Hull-down positions are most effective when established on reverse slopes, berms, or terrain crests that permit observation and fire without fully exposing the vehicle. Tanks and other vehicles with turreted or remotely operated weapon systems benefit most from this posture. Crews should maintain the ability to reposition quickly, as static hull-down positions can be compromised once identified.

After firing, the vehicle should jockey as per FM/B-943

An MBT utilising a hull down position
An MBT utilising a hull down position

Turning out (unbuttoning)

Turning out allows the commander or driver to stand in the hatch for improved visibility but exposes them to enemy fire. It should only be done when the risk is low and situational awareness is worth the exposure.

Some vehicles require the commander to turn out to use a mounted machine gun, do so only when the tactical benefit outweighs the risk.

Turret down

A Turret down position is similar to a Hull down position FM/BG-940 however it only exposes the Commander/Gunner's optics or binoculars if they are turned out. This position is good for observing a target without exposing the vehicle or crew.

Use of terrain

Vehicles may use their enhanced mobility to make use of the terrain to move in cover from an enemy position and to attack from an unexpected angle. If carrying dismounts, this effect can be multiplied.

Use the terrain to conceal a vehicle.

Use the terrain while taking into account available cover, sight lines and mobility requirements to conceal all or part of a vehicle.

Jockeying

Jockeying involves repositioning a vehicle laterally behind cover to avoid enemy return fire. The vehicle backs out of view, shifts left or right, and then re-enters a firing position from a new angle to re-engage.

This manoeuvre makes targeting more difficult for the enemy by presenting a new position each time. It should be used after being spotted or fired on to stay survivable while maintaining offensive pressure 

Jockey a vehicle

  1. Move out of view: move the vehicle out of the enemy’s line of sight making use of the terrain.
  2. Shift laterally: While still concealed, move the vehicle laterally (left or right) behind cover to change the firing angle.
  3. Establish a new firing position: Move into a new firing position so the vehicle is able to fire at the target from a different angle.

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On 13 role cards in 2 combat areas.

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