The ability of Soldiers to march and fight is directly influenced by their combat loads. Soldier load should be limited to mission-essential equipment. Excessive loads significantly reduce the Soldier’s ability to accomplish the mission. Identifying the optimum combat load for the Soldier is crucial to maintaining combat power and ensuring efficient mission accomplishment. Commanders tailor loads based on mission requirements and managed risk throughout all phases of the mission. This chapter addresses considerations specific to Soldier load, the tailoring of loads, and the movement of supplies and equipment.
- Section 1 – Soldier Load Considerations
- Section 2 – Load Tailoring
- Section 3 – Movement of Supplies and Equipment
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