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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PREFACE
CHAPTER 1..... INTRODUCTION
CHAPTER 2..... BATTLE COMMAND
CHAPTER 3..... OFFENSIVE OPERATIONS
CHAPTER 4..... DEFENSIVE OPERATIONS
CHAPTER 5..... OTHER TACTICAL OPERATIONS
CHAPTER 6..... COMBAT SUPPORT
CHAPTER 7..... COMBAT SERVICE SUPPORT
APPENDIX A..... ORDERS AND REPORTS
APPENDIX B..... LIGHT/HEAVY OPERATIONS
APPENDIX C..... CONTINUOUS OPERATIONS
APPENDIX D..... NUCLEAR, BIOLOGICAL, CHEMICAL, AND SMOKE
OPERATIONS
APPENDIX E..... OPERATIONS OTHER THAN WAR
APPENDIX F..... FRATRICIDE PREVENTION
GLOSSARY
REFERENCES
Distribution Restriction:
Approved for public release; distribution unlimited.
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This publication supersedes FM 17-15, 7 October 1987.
PREFACE
This manual describes how the tank platoon fights. It focuses on the principles of platoon
operations and the tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTP) the platoon uses to exploit
its combat power and minimize its vulnerabilities while conducting move, attack, and
defend operations.
FM 17-15 is for tank platoon leaders and members of M60A3, M1, M1A1, M1A2, and
M8-AGS crews. Because weapons and equipment vary among units, users should adapt
information to fit their specific situations. Where capabilities of the various systems
differ significantly, this manual examines alternative considerations and techniques for
their use.
In addition to FM 17-15, three publications are critical reference sources for the tank
platoon. ARTEP 17-237-10-MTP, the mission training plan for the tank platoon, contains
collective platoon tasks and outlines training procedures and exercises. The other two
manuals are published as Fort Knox Supplementary Material (FKSM). FKSM 17-15-1
contains information on TTP for platoons equipped with a variety of enhanced
technologies. Included are the latest updates on systems covered in FM 17-15, such as the
intervehicular information system (IVIS), and on newly developed equipment like the
missile countermeasure device (MCD). FKSM 17-15-3 contains a detailed example of
tactical standing operating procedures (TSOP). Each tank platoon can modify the TSOP
to meet its unique mission requirements. For information on obtaining FKSM
publications, call (502) 624-2987/5848 (commercial) or 464-2987/5848 (DSN).
The proponent of FM 17-15 is HQ TRADOC. Record comments and recommendations
on DA Form 2028, and send the form directly to Commander, 2d Squadron, 16th Cavalry
Regiment, United States Army Armor School, ATTN: ATSB-SBB-D, Fort Knox,
Kentucky 40121-5200.
Unless otherwise stated, masculine nouns and pronouns do not refer exclusively to men.
CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
The fundamental mission of the tank platoon is to close with and destroy the enemy. The
platoon's ability to move, shoot, communicate, and provide armored protection is a
decisive factor on the modern battlefield. It moves, attacks, defends, and performs other
essential tasks to support the company team or troop mission. In accomplishing its
assigned missions, the platoon uses fire, maneuver, and shock effect, synchronized with
other maneuver elements and with combat support (CS) and combat service support
(CSS) assets. When properly supported, it is capable of conducting sustained operations
against any sophisticated threat.
The tank platoon can survive and win in battle, however, only if it is well trained,
effectively led, and highly motivated. Crews must be aggres-sive, and their tactics must
reflect the tempo and intensity of maneuver warfare. Platoon training must prepare them
to operate in hostile territory with the enemy to their front, flanks, and rear.
CONTENTS
SECTION I. Organizations
SECTION II. Responsibilities
SECTION III. Capabilities and Limitations
Section I. ORGANIZATIONS
The Tank Platoon
By itself, any tank can be vulnerable in the face of diverse battlefield hazards (such as
enemy forces or unfavorable terrain) and situations; these vulnerabilities are significantly
reduced when tanks are employed as units.
The tank platoon is the smallest maneuver element within a tank com-pany. Organized to
fight as a unified element, the platoon consists of four main battle tanks organized into
two sections, with two tanks in each section. The platoon leader (Tank 1) and platoon
sergeant (Tank 4) are the section leaders. Tank 2 is the wingman in the platoon leader's
section, and Tank 3 is the wingman in the platoon sergeant's section (see Figure 1-1).
Figure 1-1. Tank platoon organization.
The tank platoon is organic to tank companies and armored cavalry troops. The platoon
may be cross-attached to a number of organizations, commonly a mechanized infantry
company, to create company teams. It may also be placed under operational control
(OPCON) of a light infantry battalion.
Under battlefield conditions, the wingman concept facilitates control of the platoon when
it operates in sections. The concept requires that one tank orient on another tank on either
its left or right side. In the absence of specific instructions, wingmen move, stop, and
shoot when their leaders do. In the tank platoon, Tank 2 orients on the platoon leader's
tank, while Tank 3 orients on the platoon sergeant's tank. The platoon sergeant (PSG)
orients on the platoon leader's tank. (See Figure 1-2.)
Figure 1-2. The wingman concept.

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