(i)
Provides control and administration for attached maneuver
battalions.
(j)
Provides organic air defense against low-altitude hostile aircraft.
(3)
Limitations. This unit has the following limitations:
(a)
Heavy equipment cannot be lifted by Army aircraft.
(b) Mobility is restricted by jungle, dense forest, steep, rugged terrain
(c) Requires extensive logistic support, to include rail or highway
transport of traced vehicles for long administrative moves.
c. Mechanized Division.
(1) Mission. To destroy enemy armed forces and to control land areas,
including populations and resources.
(2)
Capabilities. This unit has the following capabilities:
(a) Provides decisive, highly mobile warfare against similarly or less
well-equipped ground forces.
(b) Provides rapid ground movement, deep penetration and pursuit
over great distances.
(c)
Exploits successes, including effects of nuclear and non-nuclear
fires.
(d)
Conducts covering force operations.
(e)
Conducts active defense.
(f)
Conducts amphibious operations as part of a joint task force.
(g) Provides control and administration for attached maneuver
battalions.
(h) Provides air defense against low-altitude hostile aircraft.
(i)
Conducts airmobile operations, when supported by non-organic
aircraft.
(3)
Limitations. This unit has the following limitations:
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