Functions of light weapons

Light weapons have irreplaceable tactical functions. Infantry with guns is the main body of armies in various countries. In the modern battlefield, troops will not be confined to one place to fight, and ground attack and defense battles are often exchanged fire within visible distance. The main functions of light weapons are:

(a) to carry out close fire assault in offensive combat and support close infantry assault;

(2) blocking or suppressing the attacking enemy from a long distance and blocking and crushing the impact of enemy infantry from a short distance in defensive operations;

(3) Operational use in special environment (jungle, mountain, town, etc.). );

(4) In the echelon fire distribution of anti-armor, rocket launchers, recoilless launchers, armor-piercing grenades and anti-tank grenades used by infantry are the backbone of fire at close range;

⑤ Destroy low-flying targets (helicopters, low-flying planes, etc.). ) and kill paratroopers when landing;

⑥ It is an essential weapon for guerrilla operations, vigilance, patrol, reconnaissance and self-defense.