XM 1204 Non Line of Sight-Mortar

Definition/Scope: The XM1204 Non Line of Sight-Mortar (NLOS-M) is the short-to-mid-range indirect fire support component of the Manned Ground Vehicle (MGV) family. It provides networked, responsive, and sustained indirect fire support to the Combined Arms Battalion (CAB) in the FCS (BCT). The NLOS-M fires a suite of 120mm munitions that includes special purpose capabilities to provide a variety of fires on demand, including precision-guided munitions. NLOS-M provides close support and destructive fires for tactical standoff engagement during both offensive and defensive operations. Spanning the spectrum of ground combat and threats, the NLOS-M works in concert with line of sight (LOS), beyond line of sight (BLOS), other non line of sight (NLOS) external and joint capabilities in combat scenarios. The NLOS-M mounts a secondary armament and will incorporate a suite of protection measures to enhance the three person crew's survivability.

Use:

XM 1204 NLOS-M

Used For:

Fires WFF
Movement and Maneuver WFF

Acronym:

XM 1204 NLOS-M

Broader Terms:

Army transformation
FCS
Future Combat Systems (Brigade Combat Teams)
Manned Ground Vehicle

Related Terms:

Brigade Support Battalion
FCS (BCT)
Fires WFF
Manned Ground Vehicle
Multi-Function Radio Frequency System
Non Line Of Sight Launch System
UAS-XM 156
UAS-XM 157
Unattended Ground Sensor
Unmanned Ground Vehicle