Training Circular TC 3-21.76 Ranger Handbook April 2017

The principal audience for this publication Training Circular TC 3-21.76 The Ranger Handbook are U.S. Army Rangers and combat arms units. Commanders and staffs of Army headquarters serving as joint task force or multinational headquarters, trainers, and educators throughout the Army will also use this publication.

The Ranger Handbook is mainly written for U.S. Army Rangers and other light Infantry units, however it should also serve as a handy reference for other U.S. military units as it contains a summary of other manuals such as ATP 3-21.8, ADP 6-22, ATP 3-21.10 ADRP 3-0, ATTP 3-06.11, ATP 4-01.45, FM 6-22, FM 22-100, FM 3-21.8, FM 7-8, FM 3-21.10, FM 7-10, FM 3-90, and FM 3-55.93. It covers how Infantry squad- and platoon-sized elements conduct combat operations in varied terrains. It cites other Army resources to ensure continuity.

This handbook provides squad and platoon leaders with the roles, tactics, knowledge, and operational requirements to employ combat multipliers in a combat environment.

Contents:

PREFACE
RANGER HISTORY
MEDAL OF HONOR RECIPIENTS

Chapter 1 LEADERSHIP
Principles
Assumption of Command

Chapter 2 OPERATIONS
Troop Leading Procedures
Combat Intelligence
Operation Order
Fragmentary Order
Annexes
Coordination Checklists
Terrain Model

Chapter 3 FIRE SUPPORT
Basic Tasks and Targeting
Interdiction
Risk Estimate Distance
Close Air Support
Army Attack Aviation

Chapter 4 COMMUNICATIONS
Equipment
Antennas

Chapter 5 DEMOLITIONS
Initiating (Priming) Systems
Detonation (Firing) Systems
Expedient Explosives
Charges

Chapter 6 MOVEMENT
Formations
Movement Techniques
Danger Areas

Chapter 7 PATROLS
Principles
Planning
Reconnaissance Patrols
Combat Patrols
Performing a Raid
Supporting Tasks
Movement to Contact
Task Standards

Chapter 8 BATTLE DRILLS
React to Direct Fire Contact (07-3-D9501)
Conduct a Platoon Assault (07-3-D9514)
React to Ambush (Near) (07-3-D9502)
Enter and Clear a Room (07-4-D9509)
React to Indirect Fire (07-3-D9504)

Chapter 9 MILITARY MOUNTAINEERING
Training and Planning
Dismounted Mobility
Task Organization
Rescue Equipment
Mountaineering Equipment
Rope Installations

Chapter 10 MACHINE GUN EMPLOYMENT
Specifications
Classes of Automatic Weapons Fire
Offense
Defense
Control of Machine Guns

Chapter 11 URBAN OPERATIONS
Planning
Preparation
Analyzing the Urban Environment
Close Quarters Combat

Chapter 12 WATERBORNE OPERATIONS
Rope Bridge
Poncho Raft
Watercraft
Preparation, Personnel, and Equipment
Conduct Capsize Procedures
River Movement, Navigation, and Formations

Chapter 13 MOUNTED PATROL OPERATIONS
Planning
Forced Stops

Chapter 14 AVIATION
Reverse Planning Sequence
Air Assault Formations
Pickup Zone Operations
Rotary Wing Aircraft Specifications

Chapter 15 FIRST AID
LifeSaving Steps and Care Under Fire
Treating Injuries
Poisonous Plant Identification
Foot Care, Hydration, and Acclimatization
Requesting Medical Evacuation

Appendix A RESOURCES
Appendix B QUICK REFERENCE CARDS
GLOSSARY
REFERENCES
INDEX