FM 3-75 Ranger Operations – 2012

DATED  May 2012

(This book has been replaced by ATP 3-75, Ranger Operations dated Jun 2015, WHICH IS ON THIS WEB SITE)

 Field Manual (FM) 3-75, Ranger Operations, establishes doctrine for Army Special Operations Forces (ARSOF) Ranger operations.  It describes Ranger roles, missions, capabilities, organization, mission control, employment, and sustainment operations across the range of military operations. This manual is a continuation of the doctrine established in the Joint Publication (JP) 3-05 series and FM 3-05, Army Special Operations Forces.

PURPOSE FM 3-75 describes the Ranger strategic landscape, fundamentals, core tasks, capabilities, and sustainment involved in the full range of military operations. This manual serves as the doctrinal foundation for subordinate Ranger doctrine, force integration, materiel acquisition, professional education, and individual and unit training.

SCOPE This manual describes the principles, fundamentals, guidelines, and conceptual framework to facilitate interoperability and the doctrinal foundation for the development of subsequent tactics, techniques, and procedures; doctrine; and training literature. This manual complements and is consistent with joint and Army doctrine. The focus of this manual is on the operational level of Ranger operations. Although FM 3-75 focuses primarily on the Ranger Regiment and battalion, it also addresses ARSOF units from the Ranger platoon to the United States Army Special Operations Command (USASOC).

APPLICABILITY Commanders and trainers should utilize this manual, as well as other related publications, in conjunction with theater mission letters, command guidance, and unit mission-essential task lists (METLs) to plan and conduct mission-specific training. The key to ARSOF mission success is to plan and practice operations before executing an assigned mission. This publication applies to the Active Army, Army National Guard (ARNG)/Army National Guard of the United States (ARNGUS), and United States Army Reserve (USAR) unless otherwise stated.

This book is a “mini” (7 1/4 inches high by 5 1/2 inches wide) size – A popular size to carry anywhere (briefcase, large pocket, purse) but the print is large enough for easy reading.

The covers are laminated for weather protection with black and white inside printing.

The book is coil binded to allow for easy page flip over, laying flat on table if desired.