This template outlines a potential threat scenario involving a China’s People’s Liberation Army heavy infantry company attacking a fortified enemy position.
Key Characteristics:
• Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Integration: Extensive use of UAS for reconnaissance – identifying enemy positions, exploiting flanks, and assessing counterattack probability. This is a critical enabler for the attack.
• Two-Platoon Assault: The assault is spearheaded by one platoon, with a second platoon providing follow-on support.
• Fire Support Augmentation: The assaulting platoon is reinforced with antitank teams and automatic grenade launchers to deliver suppressive and destructive fire.
• Dispersion: Significant emphasis on dispersion – platoon separation of 250 to 500 meters and vehicle separation of 100 to 250 meters—to mitigate the effects of enemy fire and reduce vulnerability to concentrated attacks.
• Reserve Element: A dedicated reserve squad is maintained for reinforcement, exploitation of breakthroughs, or reaction to unforeseen circumstances.
This template highlights a deliberate, combined-arms approach emphasizing reconnaissance, fire support, and dispersion. Effective defensive planning requires consideration of these characteristics to mitigate the risks associated with a potential PLA assault.