MSLC Sustainment Operations

After 72 hours of combat, who is responsible for sustaining the BCTs? - Division or Corps. It is a function of the sustainment brigade. Aside from forward support companies, what other companies are integral to a BSB? - 1. Supply and distribution 2. Field maintenance 3. Medical At what percentage of a Soldier's body weight does the Soldier lose function and increase chances of becoming a casualty? - 45 percent of body weight, or 72 pounds for the average Soldier. BCT Soldiers usually carry ___ days worth of personal comfort items. - 30. (This does NOT include medication) For a dismounted infantryman, what type of load consists of the minimum mission-essential equipment? - The combat load. For Armor platoons, what are the three techniques of resupply? - 1. Tailgate 2. Service station 3. Variation of either OR Combination of both How long can maneuver BCTs sustain themselves? - Up to 72 hours. How long does the LOGPAC usually sustain a company? - 24 hours for the company team.