Methods of Destruction

TM 11-6625-539-15-2

Warning: Be extremely careful with explosive

graph 10-4 which is to be used depends on the time

and incendiary devices. Use these items only when

available for destruction.

the need is urgent.

10-4. Methods of Destruction

d. Burn. Burn the cords, wiring, technical manu-

a. Destruction Priority. STANAG 2113 outlines

als, and components; use gasoline, kerosene, oil,

the general priorities for any equipment which is to

flamethrowers, or incendiary grenades.

be destroyed.

e. Bend. Bend the panels, casing, and connectors.

b. Smash. Smash the controls, resistors, capacitors,

f. Explosives. If explosives are necessary, use fire+

switches, and other interior parts; use sledges, ham-

arms, grenades, or TNT.

mers, axes, crowbars, or other heavy tools.

g. Disposal Burn or scatter the destroyed parts in

slit trenches, foxholes, or other holes, or throw them

c. Cut. Cut the cords, cables, and wiring; use axes,

into nearby streams.

handaxes, or machetes.