CHAPTER 5: The OPFOR in the Offense


5-7 ANTITANK.

    The OPFOR can employ the antitank (AT) reserve as a blocking force against a BLUFOR counterattack during the offense, and it also can cover threatened areas and open flanks. It can be reinforced with engineer assets, usually in the form of a mobile obstacle detachment (MOD).

    Missions that commanders may assign to an AT reserve include, in the offensive (or meeting engagement)¾


Any changes from the 1998 OPFOR Battle Book are depicted in GREEN printing.  Last updated on 01 March, 1999
For any comments, additions, deletions, or modifications for this Battle Book contact
LTC Bill Bryan.

arrow.gif (1453 bytes)Top