04-10-2014, 05:59 PM
That post by LRRPF52 reminds me that we need to take step back and look at the squads, platoons, and companies as systems more than what an individual soldier needs to carry the full burden himself.
The technology for making 60 mm PGM warheads exists for both GPS and Laser-guidance.
If they are incorporated in the manner suggested by LRRPF52, we would see significant changes in tactics and a possible move toward an even smaller caliber and cartridge for the close-defense role. That would also make a cartridge like the Grendel an excellent candidate for the DM, LMG & MMG roles with the .338 filling in at the heavier, longer range end.
Just remember, a 60 mm mortar round may seem puny, but if you are in the open and one lands 5 ft from you, you just had a very bad day. Precision guidance will make that happen a lot more.
Did someone say game changer?
The technology for making 60 mm PGM warheads exists for both GPS and Laser-guidance.
If they are incorporated in the manner suggested by LRRPF52, we would see significant changes in tactics and a possible move toward an even smaller caliber and cartridge for the close-defense role. That would also make a cartridge like the Grendel an excellent candidate for the DM, LMG & MMG roles with the .338 filling in at the heavier, longer range end.
Just remember, a 60 mm mortar round may seem puny, but if you are in the open and one lands 5 ft from you, you just had a very bad day. Precision guidance will make that happen a lot more.
Did someone say game changer?