1. Purpose This manual presents tank gunnery principles, methods, and techniques, and training exercises and proficiency tests applicable to all types and models of standard tanks. Elements of tank gunnery are treated in detail to promote uniformity and high standards of training and to provide a practical reference for all echelons of command. If the principles and techniques are properly applied, they will insure the most effective use of tank weapons, both in training and in combat. 2. Scope a. This manual is divided into five parts. Part one outlines the purpose and scope of this manual.
DesignationFM 17-12
EditionApr 1961
StatusSuperseded
Pages386
FunctionSmall Unit Tactics
CollectionHistoric
Public domain (U.S. Government work)