Dated January 2023

 

402 Pages.

 

 

 

TC 3-34.85 provides clear and concise guidelines on how to support a task force commander and complete the Sapper mission.

 

The principal audience for TC 3-34.85 are the United States Army Sappers and the combat arms units. Trainers and educators throughout the Army will also use this publication.

 

TC 3-34.85 applies to the Active Army, Army National Guard/Army National Guard of the United States and United States Army Reserve and the United States Marine Corps unless otherwise stated.

 

 

The Sapper Creed

 

I am a Sapper, the cutting edge of my country’s sword.

I will always endeavor to complete my Sapper mission,

regardless of available assets.

My flexibility and special training shall provide my task force

with the tools to overcome insurmountable odds.

I realize that I will be called upon for my expertise in all

aspects of mobility, counter mobility, and survivability.

The failure to effectively accomplish my mission could cost the

lives of others.

I will set the example by keeping myself physically fit and

mentally tough.

I will strive to sharpen my Sapper skills and the skills of those I

support.

 

Sappers Lead The Way!

 

TABLE OF CONTENTS

            TACTICS

            MILITARY EXPLOSIVES AND COMPONENTS

            WEAPONS

            URBAN BREACHING

            MOBILITY AND COUNTERMOBILITY

            AIR OPERATIONS

            MOUNTAIN OPERATIONS

            WATERBORNE OPERATIONS

            BATTLE DRILLS

 

 

In COLOR

This book is a "mini" (half the size of a regular sheet of paper) - A popular size to carry anywhere (briefcase, large pocket, purse) but the print is large enough for easy reading.

(To order a "BIG" size (a regular sheet of paper size), refer to this web site and look for the "BIG".)

The binding is using coils, allowing for easy, non jamming page flipping.

The color cover is laminated for weather protection with black and white inside printing.