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FM/BG-1845 · v1.02
Describing a target shape
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- FM/BG-1845
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- v1.02 2mos ago
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- Cpl Ross 3 Aug 2026
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- v1.00 Initial Version
1 word added, 1 word removed.
v1.01
Target shape describes the physical size and orientation of a target. Selecting the correct target shape helps supporting fires accurately engage the target area.
Point Target
A point target is used when the target occupies a small area and can be effectively engaged using a single target location.
Examples include:
Individual vehicles
Single buildings
Bunkers
Small enemy positions
Format
POINT
Linear Target
A linear target is used when the target is distributed along a line.
Examples include:
Trenches
Tree lines
Convoys
Defensive walls
Format
LINEAR, DIRECTION [azimuth in milliradians, 0-3199], DISTANCE [length in metres] METERS
The target location previously provided acts as the start point of the line.
Circular Target
A circular target is used when the target occupies an area around a central point.
Examples include:
Compounds
Enemy concentrations
Patrol bases
Assembly areas
Format
CIRCULAR,RADIUS [radius in metres] METERS
Selection
Select the target shape that most accurately represents the target's physical footprint. Accurate target shape selection improves the effectiveness of supporting fires and reduces the risk of engaging unintended areas.
v1.02
Target shape describes the physical size and orientation of a target. Selecting the correct target shape helps supporting fires accurately engage the target area.
Point Target
A point target is used when the target occupies a small area and can be effectively engaged using a single target location.
Examples include:
Individual vehicles
Single buildings
Bunkers
Small enemy positions
Format
POINT
Linear Target
A linear target is used when the target is distributed along a line.
Examples include:
Trenches
Tree lines
Convoys
Defensive walls
Format
LINEAR, AZIMUTH [azimuth in milliradians, 0-3199], DISTANCE [length in metres] METERS
The target location previously provided acts as the start point of the line.
Circular Target
A circular target is used when the target occupies an area around a central point.
Examples include:
Compounds
Enemy concentrations
Patrol bases
Assembly areas
Format
CIRCULAR,RADIUS [radius in metres] METERS
Selection
Select the target shape that most accurately represents the target's physical footprint. Accurate target shape selection improves the effectiveness of supporting fires and reduces the risk of engaging unintended areas.
Target shape describes the physical size and orientation of a target. Selecting the correct target shape helps supporting fires accurately engage the target area.
Point Target
A point target is used when the target occupies a small area and can be effectively engaged using a single target location.
Examples include:
Individual vehicles
Single buildings
Bunkers
Small enemy positions
Format
POINT
Linear Target
A linear target is used when the target is distributed along a line.
Examples include:
Trenches
Tree lines
Convoys
Defensive walls
Format
LINEAR, DIRECTION AZIMUTH [azimuth in milliradians, 0-3199], DISTANCE [length in metres] METERS
The target location previously provided acts as the start point of the line.
Circular Target
A circular target is used when the target occupies an area around a central point.
Examples include:
Compounds
Enemy concentrations
Patrol bases
Assembly areas
Format
CIRCULAR,RADIUS [radius in metres] METERS
Selection
Select the target shape that most accurately represents the target's physical footprint. Accurate target shape selection improves the effectiveness of supporting fires and reduces the risk of engaging unintended areas.
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