Marine air-ground task force (MAGTF) fires and effects is the coordinated and collective employment of fires, information capabilities, and systems to create desired effects throughout the battlespace to achieve objectives. Under the single battle concept, MAGTF fires and effects are coordinated with maneuver during operations to shape the battlespace, setting conditions for decisive action and successful mission execution. Commanders employ fires while considering the requirements and costs to project and sustain the units that produce desired effects. Targeting is one of the primary functions within fires to coordinate these activities.
DesignationMCTP 3-31B
EditionApr 2025
StatusActive
Pages128
FunctionFires
CollectionCurrent Doctrine
Approved for Public Release. U.S. Marine Corps Marine Air-Ground Task Force Targeting UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS 25 Apr