ATP 6-02.53 is the primary doctrine publication for tactical radios and tactical radio networks. This publication describes the non-prescriptive methods to perform missions, functions, and tasks for the employment of tactical radio networks to support every warfighting function and enable command and control of Army forces.
This publication includes doctrine on new communications and networking capabilities. It addresses the employment of interdependent and interoperable enterprise and tactical systems in the tactical network.
The principal audience for ATP 6-02.53 is commanders, staffs, supervisors, planners, radio operators, signal Soldiers, and other personnel responsible for operating tactical radios or employing tactical radio networks across multiple domains, at all echelons.
ATP 6-02.53 is a standard reference for tactical radios. It provides system planners with guidance and steps for network planning, interoperability considerations, and equipment capabilities.
ATP 6-02.53 applies to the Regular Army, Army National Guard/Army National Guard of the United States, and United States Army Reserve unless otherwise stated.
This book is a “Mini” (half the size of a piece of paper).
A popular size to carry anywhere (briefcase, large pocket, purse) but the print is large enough for easy reading. The binding is with coil, allowing easy flipping of pages without jamming.
The color covers are laminated for weather protection with black and white inside printing.
(A BIG size version (8 1/2 inch by 11 inch, the same size as a regular sheet of paper) is on this website too)