Leaders must emphasize driver training within their organizations because of the length, width, and high ground pressure of tracked combat vehicles, the terrain tracked combat vehicles are required to operate in, and the numerous blind spots associated with tracked combat vehicles. These variables demand additional skills and knowledge beyond those required for wheeled vehicles. Unit drivers training programs must challenge drivers to use safe driving practices, increase their awareness to improve accident avoidance, and improve crew performance. Programs must train drivers to understand the operational limitations of the vehicles they are operating so they can negotiate complex terrain under difficult and stressful conditions. SECTION I – SCOPE 1-1. TC 21-306 provides leaders with the tools they need to produce quality drivers.
DesignationTC 21-306
EditionApr 2025
StatusActive
ProponentTRADOC
Pages100
FunctionSustainment
CollectionCurrent Doctrine
Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited. This publication supersedes TC 21-306, dated 27 June 2019. HEA