(1) The information was derived from actual consumption data recorded from previous events. The
information is only accurate if certain conditions apply:
Same vehicles/type of exercise.
Similar location/terrain.
Similar weather.
(2) Recordkeeping for actual consumption during major training exercises and tactical marches is
essential. Get the information from DA Forms 4702-R, 3643, or 3644, the monthly accountability reports,
maintenance records, and logistics reports.
b. The Equipment Consumption Method - determines consumption for all individual pieces of
equipment for one day except for combat tracked vehicles.
(1) . Must know what equipment is to be used (LIN from TOE, TDA, or equipment listing) and the
geographical area.
(2) Usage rates vary by geographical location. Data are found in FM 101-10-1/2:
(a) Table 2-12 - consumption rate in hours or kilometers, need to get fuel type and equipment
type.
(b) Table 2-13 -- usage rate by hours or kilometers based on equipment type from Table 2-12.
NOTE: (Table 2-12) (Table 2-13)
Equipment
Area
Fuel Requirement
Consumption
X Usage
=
Per Equipment
Rate
Fuel requirement
X Equipment quantity
=
Total Fuel
Requirement.
EXAMPLE 1: Compute the fuel requirement for one day of operation given the following information:
Location: Korea
QM5200
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