ARMOURED
Combine speed, momentum, firepower, and reconnaissance capabilities.
The iron fist of any battlegroup, Armoured units identify and destroy heavy enemy units and provide close support for Infantry and other friendly units operating on the ground alongside them.
Phase 2
You need to be able to operate various different types of Armoured Fighting Vehicle (AFV).
This will include include lightly armoured reconnaisance vehicles, medium armoured transports, or the more heavily armoured and armed main battle tanks.
Phase 2 training is split into two modules: Driver and Gunner.
Your training will also include additional communications training as you will need to be able to understand instructions from your vehicle commander while also being able to communicate information back to them. Additionally, this will allow you to crew a vehicle as an Operator if there is a requirement to do so.
Roles and Specialisations
Phase 2 training will teach you how to be a Driver, Gunner, and Operator across various platforms.
Once you are omnicompetent at crewing AFVs, you can look into become a vehicle commander.
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Driver
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Gunner
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Operator
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Vehicle Commander
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Troop Leader
Driver
Each vehicle type will have its own characterstics when being driven on and off road. Lighter vehicles will be faster and more mobile, while heavier vehicles are usually more cumbersome.
When you are given an order to drive to a new location, you will need to be able to identify the most efficient path to take depending on your vehicle and the terrain and obstacles around you.
Gunner
The weapon systems on your AFV can range from 7.62mm or 12.7mm machine guns, 25-40mm chain guns, up to 120mm guns. Use the right weapon and the correct ammunition for the job.
Your commander will identify targets. As they do, you need to bring your weapons onto the target and engage as quickly as you can so that the commander can simultaneously search for the another target.
Operator
Not all vehicles will have an operator or loader position, but for the ones that do, you may find yourself in this role.
Operators can be on the radio ensuring constant communications with other vehicles and units, operating pintle mounted weapon systems, helping to identify additional targets, and assisting in vehicle maintenance.
You are the eyes and ears for your vehicle. As the commander of an IFV, you need to be able to direct your driver and gunner at the same time while also ensuring that your vehicle is not over extending or being left behind.
You will also need to maintain communication with other vehicles in your unit, so in effect you could be talking to half a dozen people at once.
Vehicle Commander
Troop Leader
Vehicles will often work in groups. Each vehicle will have its own commander, but one of those individuals will operate as the Troop Leader.
By default, this position will usually be given to the highest ranked member within the unit.