SOC Wire Obstacle Flashcards
1
Q
- What is the difference between fixed and portable entanglements?
A
One is built in place and the other can be moved without complete disassembly
2
Q
- In zones, how are lanes and gaps arranged
A
Staggered in a zig zag pattern
3
Q
- How are entanglements classified
A
By use, depth, and whether they are fixed or portable
4
Q
- What are the three classifications of the use of entanglements
A
Tactical, Protective, and Supplementary
5
Q
- How much buffer should there be from a protective entanglement and why
A
40-100 meters; In order to stay out of hand grenade distance
6
Q
- Supplementary Wire =
A
(mean Perimeter) x (1.25) x (number of belts)
7
Q
- Protective Wire =
A
(perimeter) x 1.10) x (number of belts)
8
Q
- Tactical Wire = ?
A
(mean perimeter x (1.25) x (number of belts)
9
Q
- What are some advantages of Barbed Steel Tape?
A
Size and weight
Less time consuming
Harder to breach
Can not be cut easily with wire cutters
10
Q
- What are some disadvantaged of Barbed Steel Tape?
A
Breaking strength Dispenser Not recoverable to its original form More easily cut by shell fragments Can be cut with a bayonet
11
Q
- What are the two types of double apron fence
A
4 and 2 Pace Double Apron
6 and 3 Pace Double Apron
12
Q
- Which is better, double apron fence or triple strand concertina wire?
A
Triple strand concertina wire
13
Q
- How far away should constructed obstacles be emplaced
A
a terrain feature away from direct engagement areas.
14
Q
- 3 types of ditches
A
Triangular
Sidehill Cut
Trapizoidal
15
Q
- Where is the aid station located
A
Inner perimeter
