INTRODUCTION
Due to an increase in ground equipment, convoys are being used throughout the theater to transport
personnel, equipment, and fuel to forward areas. The "doctrinal purpose" of ROM is to extend the time that
ground maneuver forces can spend on the objective. Refuel-on-the-move operations are flexible and should
be tailored to meet the situation. While providing several options on how to conduct a ROM operation, this
lesson does not dictate a one-and-only "school solution."
Safety is a consideration, especially in peacetime training. ROM operations should be carefully thought
out and properly supervised and executed. Remember to consider Mission, Enemy, Terrain, Troops and
Time Available (METT-T).
PART A - REFUEL-ON-THE-MOVE CONCEPT
ROM for ground vehicles is synonymous with rapid or hot refueling for aircraft. ROM is normally
accomplished as far forward on the battlefield as the tactical situation permits prior to the tactical assembly
area. The "doctrinal purpose" of ROM is to extend the time that ground maneuver forces can spend on the
objective, although ROM can be tailored to other situations as well. When vehicles enter a ROM site for
refueling, they receive a predetermined amount of fuel (usually timed) and move out to return to their convoy
or formation. This distinguishes it from routine convoy refueling operations. The manner in which this
refueling is done depends upon the tactical situation. Each refueling operation is unique depending on the
number of vehicles to be refueled, the distance the unit is traveling, and how many times the unit wants to be
refueled. However, the assembly and operation of each ROM are basically the same. Due to safety
considerations normal vehicle refueling is done with engines off.
PART B - COMPONENTS OF THE ROM
The following components make up the ROM kit (Figure 6-1):
NSN
Quantity
ITEM
N/A
3
14 feet X 4 feet suction hose
8
50 feet X 3 feet discharge hose
8
25 feet X 1-1/2 feet refueling hose
1
4 feet X 4 feet X 4 feet tee assembly
8
3 feet X 3 feet X 3 feet X 1-1/2 foot tee assembly
8
1-1/2 foot nozzle
2
4 feet to 3 feet reducer
4810-01-098-4925
8
quick shut-off valve with 1-1/2 inch adapters
8
grounding rod
8
fire extinguisher
6-2
QM 5094
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