Line Platoon
Line Infantry Platoon
A standard Line Infantry Platoon is the primary maneuver and combat element of the Gondaran Mobile Infantry. It consists of a platoon headquarters, three rifle squads, and one heavy weapons squad, organized to deliver distributed rifle strength supported by platoon-level firepower.
Organization
| Element | Size | Leader | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Platoon HQ | 4 men | Platoon Leader (O-1) | Command and control element responsible for platoon movement, communication, medical support, and coordination of rifle and heavy weapons squads. |
| 1st Rifle Squad | 12 men | Squad Leader (E-5) | Standard Line Infantry squad. |
| 2nd Rifle Squad | 12 men | Squad Leader (E-5) | Standard Line Infantry squad. |
| 3rd Rifle Squad | 12 men | Squad Leader (E-5) | Standard Line Infantry squad. |
| Heavy Weapons Squad | 12 men | Squad Leader (E-6) | Platoon-level fire support element consisting of two LMG-25 teams and one RL-36 anti-tank team. |
Platoon Headquarters
| Position | Rank | Armament | Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Platoon Leader | O-1 | P-32 (5 magazines) | Leads the platoon and directs maneuver, deployment, and fire control. |
| Platoon Sergeant | E-7 | R-20 or SMG-32 | Senior enlisted leader responsible for discipline, organization, and execution. |
| Radio Operator | E-1 to E-4 | P-32 (5 magazines) | Maintains communications with company command and supporting elements. |
| Medic | E-3 to E-4 | R-20, SMG-32, P-32, or unarmed | Provides immediate medical treatment and casualty stabilization. |
Heavy Weapons Squad
| Element | Size | Leader / Gunner | Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Squad Leader | 1 man | E-6 | Commands the heavy weapons squad and coordinates platoon fire support. |
| LMG-25 Team 1 | 4 men | Gunner | Sustained suppressive fire in support of rifle squads. |
| LMG-25 Team 2 | 4 men | Gunner | Sustained suppressive fire in support of rifle squads. |
| RL-36 Team | 3 men | Gunner | Platoon-level anti-armor capability and hard-target engagement. |
Transport and Movement
A Line Infantry Platoon is fully motorized and moves as a distributed convoy element.
Transport Allocation:
- 5× CT-32 Cargo Trucks
- 3× Rifle Squad transport
- 1× Heavy Weapons Squad transport
- 1× Platoon HQ / Reserve transport
- 1× UV-32 Mule
- Platoon HQ mobility and forward scouting
Mounted Firepower:
- 2× LMG-25 mounted via UMGM on CT-32 vehicles
During movement, the platoon maintains distributed convoy spacing with forward route security provided by the UV-32 mule element.
Sustainment
Platoon personnel carry their primary combat load, including ammunition and rations. The Platoon HQ transport vehicle carries limited reserve supplies, including ammunition, water, medical equipment, and communication support gear.
Platoon-level sustainment is limited in duration and is designed to support immediate combat operations and short-term independence. Sustained resupply is provided at company and battalion level.
Total platoon strength: 52 men