MCTP 12-10E — Arctic And Extreme Cold Weather Operations

MCTP 12-10E governs Arctic and extreme cold weather operations, including planning, execution, sustainment, protection, and training.

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  • Publication number: MCTP 12-10E
  • Title: ARCTIC AND EXTREME COLD WEATHER OPERATIONS
  • Date: 24 Feb 2025
  • Proponent: 03000 Operations & Readiness
  • Status: Current

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MCTP 12-10E addresses Arctic environments, operational considerations, maneuver, intelligence, fires, sustainment, protection, and training. It requires specialized equipment, expertise, preparation, and procedures for operations in Arctic conditions.

Topics covered

  • Arctic environments
  • Environmental hazards
  • Arctic task organizing
  • Movement and maneuver
  • Fires considerations
  • Sustainment planning
  • Survivability positions
  • Arctic training

Questions and answers

How should leaders balance mobility, firepower, protection, and sustainment in Arctic operations?

To optimize warfighting potential in arctic operations, leaders strike a balance between four competing factors based on the situation: • Mobility. • Firepower. • Protection. • Sustainment. (paragraph 2-126)

What equipment and expertise are mandatory for infantry units in Arctic operations?

Specialized equipment (shelters, tracked vehicles, individual equipment for over-snow movement, and cold weather clothing) and expertise in their use are mandatory. (paragraph 5-3)

What is required before artillery units deploy to Arctic regions?

Units must execute focused training prior to deploying to arctic regions to prepare personnel and equipment to overcome grueling environmental conditions. (paragraph 7-3)

How many days of meals do units carry if resupply efforts falter?

Units carry a three-day supply of meals in the event resupply efforts falter. (paragraph 8-64)

How much solidly packed snow provides adequate protection from small-arms fire?

Adequate protection from small-arms fire requires at least 2 meters (6.5 feet) of solidly packed snow. (paragraph 9-3)

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