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-WHITE SUN COMMUNICATIONS FIELD PRIMER SERIES-

Acting as the most common formation for the Stellar Federation (Race: Touborii) and member states, the Line Platoon Infantry is a motorized 10 man squad, transported by an EV-9 S5 Armoured Personnel Carrier and two crewmen.

Disclaimer: White Sun Communications would like to remind readers that this information is for current, orthodox military formations from readily available information. it will not account for a Nation's sudden doctrine changes between publications or doctrine differences within a nations sub-regions or unorthodox units. what is shown is a nations most common military formation.

Composition:
within the 10 man squad, all equipped with Federal New Standard combat armour which offers decent protection against ballistic and energy attacks while remaining reasonably light. however by galactic standards it remains very average on all fronts

6 of the squad are the riflemen, all equipped with High Capacity Autorifle/Grenadier. this weapon uses a 8.32x41 armour piercing Intermediate cartridge within a 75 round large box magazine. in a 1 in 3 standard, every third round is a high explosive. this helps to increase the firepower of their weapon against their various enemies who often posses more advanced armour while their high magazine size offers suppressive fire capabilities used by the Stellar Federation.
their firepower is further enhanced with an underbarrel 42mm grenade launcher
One of the Riflemen is a Sargent while some members of the squad are Corporals. this can allow the squad to be broken into fireteams should the circumstances arise.

between the riflemen are 3 Support Laser cannons shared between the squad. this direct fire light anti-armour weapon is used to attack enemy vehicles and armour. simple to use and durable, the Support Laser holds 3 shots in a power cell "magazine".
but like most laser weapons, airborne particulates can cause the laser to diffuse and become less effective against armour. the optimal firing range for the Support Laser Cannon is under 750m. but can go further if the air remains clear.

2 members of the squad are the Machine Gunners. equipped with Galaxian General Purpose Machine Guns. using the fullsize 8.32x60 in a 135 belt-feeding container magazine. this weapon is capable of causing critical amounts of damage to light enemy vehicles and even small to medium power armour.

the last 2 members are Designated Marksmen equipped with a 8.32x60 Battle Rifle system. using their weapons to deliver accurate fire against suppressed enemies and improve the squads tactical flexibility. the fullsize round also allows this rifle to deliver critical damage on the more heavier armour used by other nations and races.

secondary armament:

Handguns: Light Service Pistol 5x29. The Federal Standard handgun is used throughout the Touborii Colonial Spheres as a lightweight, easy to use handgun equipped with armour piercing 5x29 bottlenecked cartrdiges in a 25 round mag. at close ranges it is effective against medium or light armour typically used by the Touborii and Lienn.

Heavy Combat Pistol. 12x35mm pistol. this weapon is a circumstancial issued weapon used by Federal Forces who are expecting to fight against enemies who use heavier armour such as the Rük, Eise and Hepplen Sovereignty Touborii. it is much less popular for its kick, weight, mass and a significantlly smaller ammo size of 8 rounds. however its power is a necessity when faced off against these tough opponents.

Other equipment:

every member of the squad is trained in basic field dressing and carry a small medkit to help stabilize a wounded squadmate until able to receive treatment from the platoon medics and entrenchment tools are a common part of a Stellar Federation Line Platoon squad. a multipurpose steel shovel as well as empty woven bags made from biodegradable polymer fibres that can be filled with earth, gravel and sand to provide a simple, fast entrenchment for defense deployments


The APC:
The EV9 S5 Armoured Personnel Carrier is the standard APC used by the Stellar Federation and member states. this 6 wheel ACV possess excellent ground speed and all terrain capabilities for rapid deployment in any environment. It is also Amphibious and equipped with flotation gear and aquatic propulsion systems.
by the White Sun Communications standardized weight index, it measures as a Small Medium vehicle at 65/200 units. its armour is capable of withstanding up to Heavy Machine Gun fire and a limited amount of light autocannon fire.
Its primary armament is a 14mm Heavy Machine Gun, 42 mm Automatic Grenade Launcher and a brace of Smoke Dischargers mounted on the front and turret. a Basic ECM offers a degree of soft protection
piloted by two crewmen, each wearing a lighter, stripped down version of the Federal New Standard armour for better movement within the APC's confines and carry a caseless Submachine Gun for personal defense.

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This is the first of the field primers for my setting which showcases the a empire's army at their common platoon and squad levels.

Starting off with the most generic and average faction of my setting to act as a baseline for future Field Primer empire showcase.