This publication describes the doctrine, organization, tactics, techniques, and procedures for the management of field artillery target acquisition (TA) equipment, personnel, and systems. It combines information formerly in FM 6-121, Field Artillery Target Acquisition, and in FM 6-161, Field Artillery Radars. The material applies to field artillery (FA) target acquisition and how it interfaces with the fire support system. The concepts apply to both general and limited warfare. The material presented herein is intended to help all personnel involved in the TA process. These personnel include: Maneuver commanders. Field artillery commanders and their staffs. Fire support element (FSE) personnel. Field artillery target acquisition personnel. Members of the division artillery and FA brigade tactical operations centers.
DesignationFM 6-121
EditionSep 1990
StatusSuperseded
Pages145
FunctionFires
EchelonDivision
CollectionRecent Archive