TABLE OF CONTENTS
Ranger Handbook – 2017
Table of Contents
PREFACE …………………………………………………………………. xvi
RANGER HISTORY……………………………………………………. xvii
MEDAL OF HONOR RECIPIENTS……………………………………. xxi
Chapter 1 LEADERSHIP……………………………………………………………. 1-1
Principles………………………………………………………………….. 1-1
Assumption of Command……………………………………………….. 1-7
Chapter 2 OPERATIONS
Troop Leading Procedures…………………………………………….. 2-1
Combat Intelligence……………………………………………………… 2-5
Fragmentary Order……………………………………
Annexes
Coordination Checklists……………………………………………….. 2-31
Terrain Model…………………………………………………………… 2-41
Chapter 3 FIRE SUPPORT
Basic Tasks and Targeting……………………………………………… 3-1
Interdiction………………………………………………………………… 3-1
Risk Estimate Distance………………………………………………….. 3-4
Close Air Support………………………………………………………. 3-13
Army Attack Aviation………………………………….
Chapter 4 COMMUNICATIONS
Equipment………………………………………………………………… 4-1
Antennas………………………………………………………………….. 4-6
Chapter 5 DEMOLITIONS
Initiating (Priming) Systems…………………………………………….. 5-2
Detonation (Firing) Systems……………………………………………. 5-4
Expedient Explosives……………………………………………………. 5-5
Charges…………………………………………………………………. 5-11
Chapter 6 MOVEMENT
Formations………………………………………………………………… 6-1
Movement Techniques………………………………………………….. 6-2
Danger Areas…………………………………………………………….. 6-8
Chapter 7 PATROLS
Principles………………………………………………………………….. 7-1
Planning…………………………………………………………………… 7-1
Reconnaissance Patrols………………………………………………… 7-4
Combat Patrols…………………………………………………………… 7-8
Performing a Raid……………………………………………………… 7-16
Supporting Tasks………………………………… ….. 7-26
Movement to Contact………………………………………………….. 7-25
Task Standards…………………………………………………………. 7-26
Chapter 8 BATTLE DRILLS
React to Direct Fire Contact (07-3-D9501)……………………………. 8-1
Conduct a Platoon Assault (07-3-D9514)…………………………….. 8-5
React to Ambush (Near) (07-3-D9502)……………………………… 8-14
and Clear a Room (07-4-D9509) …………. …. 8-26
React to Indirect Fire (07-3-D9504)………………………………….. 8-21
Chapter 9 MILITARY MOUNTAINEERING
Training and Planning…………………………………………………… 9-1
Dismounted Mobility…………………………………………………….. 9-2
Task Organization……………………………………………………….. 9-3
Rescue Equipment………………………………………………………. 9-3
Mountaineering Equipment…………………………………………….. 9-4
Rope Installations………………………………………………………. 9-24
Chapter 10 MACHINE GUNEMPLOYMENT
Specifications…………………………………………………………… 10-1
Classes of Automatic Weapons Fire………………………………… 10-4
Offense………………………………………………………………….. 10-9
Defense………………………………………………………………… 10-13
Control of Machine Guns……………………………………………. 10-14
Chapter 11 URBAN OPERATIONS
Planning…………………………………………………………………. 11-1
Preparation……………………………………………………………… 11-2
Analyzing the Urban Environment…………………………………… 11-3
Close Quarters Combat……………………………………………….. 11-5
Chapter 12 WATERBORNE OPERATIONS
Rope Bridge…………………………………………………………….. 12-1
Poncho Raft…………………………………………………………….. 12-7
Watercraft……………………………………………………………….. 12-8
Preparation, Personnel, and Equipment……………………………. 12-9
Conduct Capsize Procedures………………………………………. 12-14
River Movement, Navigation, and Formations……………………. 12-15
Chapter 13 MOUNTED PATROL OPERATIONS
Planning…………………………………………………………………. 13-1
Forced Stops……………………………………………………………. 13-8
Chapter 14 AVIATION
Reverse Planning Sequence…………………………………………. 14-1
Air Assault Formations………………………………………………… 14-4
Pickup Zone Operations…………………………………………….. 14-10
Rotary Wing Aircraft Specifications …………….. … 14-26
Chapter 15 FIRST AID
LifeSaving Steps and Care Under Fire……………………………… 15-1
Treating Injuries………………………………………………………… 15-7
Poisonous Plant Identification………………………………………. 15-10
Foot Care, Hydration, and Acclimatization………………………… 15-11
Requesting Medical Evacuation……………………………………. 15-13