FM 34-45: Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures for Electronic Attack
Appendix E
Example Formats and Target Report
The targeting products developed during the targeting process are actually tools. They are used by the commander, the targeting team, and supporting and supported units. The products allow them to control and synchronize targeting effectively and efficiently. As such, there are no prescribed formats. Each unit will develop tools that work best for that unit. Factors to consider in developing formats:
- Type and level of the command.
- Operating environment.
- Assets available.
- Missions.
- SOPs.
GENERAL
E-1. Regardless of the formats used, the decide, detect, deliver, and assess methodology associated with the command decision cycle must be followed. E-2. The purpose of this appendix is to provide a menu of formats. They may be copied and used as is, or the targeting team can modify them to suit the needs of the command. Also provided is a sample target report format which can be used or modified as desired. E-3. These formats are not yet integrated into supporting C4I systems such as tactical fire (TACFIRE) direction system, Advanced Field Artillery Tactical Data System (AFATDS), Warrior, and ASAS. The need for automation support is apparent and emerging. C4I systems will be asked to incorporate similar targeting formats. |
HIGH-PAYOFF TARGET LIST
E-4. The modified HPTL at Figure E-1 is the basic format described in Chapter 4.
EVENT OR PHASE: _______________________________________________________ |
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PRIORITY |
CATEGORY |
TARGET |
Figure E-1. High Payoff Target List
TARGET SELECTION STANDARDS
E-5. TSSs are comprised of the essential elements as shown in the sample entries in Figure E-2. HPT refers to the designated HPTs which the collection manager is tasked to acquire. |
HPT |
TIMELINESS |
ACCURACY |
COPs |
3 hrs |
150 m |
RSTA |
30 min |
150 m |
2S3 |
30 min |
500 m |
M-46 |
30 min |
500 m |
ADA |
15 min |
500 m |
CPs |
3 hrs |
500 m |
Ammunition |
6 hrs |
1 km |
Maneuver |
1 hr |
150 m |
Figure E-2. Example TSS
ATTACK GUIDANCE MATRIX
E-6. The AGM (Figure E-3) provides guidance on what HPTs should be attacked and when and how. The AGM consists of the following.
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PHASE/EVENT: Attack through the security zone |
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HPTL |
WHEN |
HOW |
EFFECT |
REMARKS |
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COPs |
P |
GS arty |
N |
Plan in initial prep |
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RSTA and COPs |
P |
GS arty |
N |
Plan in initial prep |
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2S1 and 2S3 |
P |
MLRS |
N |
Plan in initial prep |
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2S6, SA9, and SA13 |
P |
GS arty |
S |
SEAD for aviation operations |
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Regiment CP |
A |
MLRS |
N |
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Reserve Battalion |
P |
Avn Bde |
D |
Intent to attack reserve battalion in EA HOT |
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C2 |
P |
TLQ-17 |
EW |
Deny communications to C2 |
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Figure E-3. Example AGM
SENSOR OR ATTACK MATRIX
E-7. The sensor or attack matrix is a tool used to determine if organic sensors and attack systems can acquire and attack the HVTs for each critical event or phase of the battle (Figure E-4). Use additional sheets as necessary. |
EVENT: ATTACK THROUGH SECURITY ZONE |
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HVT |
COPsRSTA |
M46 |
2S3 |
MAIN FWD CPs |
AMMO |
MANEUVER |
HVT |
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SENSOR |
ATK SYSTEM |
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EPW team |
S |
A |
Mnvr brigade |
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CI team |
S |
S |
AHB |
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LRSD |
S/A |
D/A 155-mm SP |
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TRQ-32 |
S |
A |
A |
S |
D/A MLRS |
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ALQ-151 |
A |
A |
S |
C/A MLRS |
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PPS-5 |
A |
EW: TLQ-17 |
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OH-58D |
S |
A |
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TRQ-32 |
S/A |
TLQ-17 |
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Q36 CMR |
S |
A |
CAS: 20/day |
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Figure E-4. Example Sensor or Attack Matrix
OPTIONAL HIGH PAYOFF TARGET LIST and ATTACK GUIDANCE MATRIX
E-8. The examples shown in Figures E-5 and E-6 are simpler than those discussed in Chapter 3 and combine the formats. This allows the targeting team to specify HPTs in priority order with as much detail as desired. It also allows the team to immediately specify the when, how, and restrictions information for attack of the HPTs. The HPTL and AGM will likely change as the battle progresses from one phase or critical event to another. Therefore, a separate HPTL and AGM can be prepared for each phase of the battle. |
EVENT OR PHASE: Attack through security zone. |
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HIGH-PAYOFF TARGET LIST |
ATTACK GUIDANCE |
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COPs |
Prep, A, N, cannon and/or rocket. |
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RSTA |
Prep, A, N, cannon and/or rocket. |
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2S3 |
Prep, I, N, cannon and/or rocket. |
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M46 |
Prep, I, N, cannon and/or rocket. Use corps assets beyond PL Diamond. |
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ADA |
SEAD, P, S |
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CPs |
Prep, A, D |
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Ammunition |
Prep, A, D |
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Maneuver and reconnaissance patrols |
Prep, A, N |
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Figure E-5. Example of HPTL-AGM (Option 1)
PRIORITY |
CATEGORY |
HPTs |
WHEN |
HOW |
COMMENTS |
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1 |
ADA |
SA-8, SA-11, SA-15 |
A/P |
N |
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2 |
FS |
Arty CP MRL, C/B weapons |
1 |
N/EW |
Coord with ES |
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3 |
ENGINEER |
Bridging units, pontoons |
A |
N |
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4 |
C3 |
MRR, MRD CP |
A |
N/EW |
Coord with ES |
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5 |
MANEUVER |
1st Ech/lead div |
A |
N |
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6 |
RSTA |
Fwd intercept DF nodes |
I |
N |
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- |
NUKE/CHEM |
I |
D |
Need BDA |
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- |
RECON |
A |
N |
Not HPT |
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- |
CLASS III POL |
A |
N |
Not HPT |
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- |
CLASS V AMMO |
A |
N |
Not HPT |
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- |
CLASS IX MAINT |
A |
N |
Not HPT |
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- |
LIFT |
A |
N |
Not HPT |
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- |
LOC |
A |
N |
Not HPT |
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Figure E-6. Example of HPTL-AGM (Option 2)
TARGET SHEETS
E-9. The decision on which HVTs should or could be attacked requires knowledge of their individual vulnerabilities, locations, signatures, and functions. Also considered is the effect that an attack on them will have on the parent enemy unit. This information, when consolidated, is called a target sheet. Locally produced target sheets should contain the major sections discussed in paragraph E-10. E-10. The construction of target sheets, as shown in Figure E-7, is simple and much of the information is readily available, although from varied sources.
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ELECTRONIC WARFARE ANNEX
E-11. The EW annex (Figure E-8) is a tool used to determine the attack system (nonlethal) for targets. The EWO will place HPTs designated by the commander onto the annex for engagement. The engagements will be synchronized with the AGM and will be tied to the ISM for queuing for engagement. |
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Figure E-7. Sample Target Sheet
Figure E-8. Sample EW Annex.
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