1-1. Purpose The purpose of this manual is to provide commanders and their staffs with information and data which can guide them in their conduct of tactical clearing operations. It provides a consolidation of the latest information and guidance to personnel responsible for planning land clearing operations and for utilizing and supervising engineer units engaged i n such operations. Additionally, the manual provides information about equipment and methods used by civilian land clearing agencies that are also applicable to military clearing operations. 1-2. Scope This manual contains information on how to evaluate clearing requirements, determine the amount of effort required, select the most efficient means to clear the vegetation, and support and secure land clearing units.
DesignationFM 5-164
EditionAug 1974
StatusSuperseded
Pages105
FunctionEngineering
CollectionHistoric