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using minimum excavation and a surrounding
parapet to achieve the desired level of protection.
The position may require constructing a firing
platform, usually of M8A1 matting. The position
should be as level as possible, allow for direct
fire capability, and permit rapid exit. Sighting
requirements (aiming circle or aiming posts, etc.)
of the weapon must be considered. The use of
overhead cover for the weapon is difficult to
provide without restricting the firing capability.
Emplacement dimensions vary with the weapon
type and the positioning of prime movers. See
table 9-11.
Vehicle Type
Table 9-11. Artillery Vehicle Position Dimensions.
Dimensions (ft)
Length Width Depth *
Ammunition Shelters
Ammunition shelters should be located and
constructed to protect ammunition against the
weather and threat fire. They should be large
enough to hold the desired quantity of ammunition
close to the firing position. They can be
constructed in a weapon emplacement parapet. If
it is necessary to construct an ammunition shelter
above ground, particularly where there is a high
water level, a log crib built up with dirt is
suitable. Building defensive positions for
concealment is a command function, not a logistic
function.
Equipment
Hours **
Minimum
Parapet
Thickness (ft)
M198 60 60 3 1.5 8
M813/923 Truck 38 14 5 1 3
w/M105 Trailer 50 12 5 1.5 3
1¼ - ton Truck 20 13 9 0.7 2
* Total depth includes any parapet height. For deep cuts, double the depth and construction time. All depths
are approximate and will need adjustment for surrounding terrain.
** Divide construction time by .85 for rocky soil, hard soil or night conditions. Use of natural terrain features
will reduce construction time.