5-06/040.15 - Baton Launching Platforms



These weapons are to be transported in specially designed equipment drawers or hard cases.  Prior to the beginning of the shift, authorized personnel who carry these weapons shall inspect the weapon.

37mm rounds are supplied in both a “Low Energy” and “Standard Energy.”  Minimum range for either round is three feet.

40 mm launching platform ammunition is available in various configurations for the use on individual targets or area of effect, such as group dispersal.  Minimum range for 40 mm ammunition is three feet for indirect fire (skip fire) and five feet for direct fire.

The intended target zone for all baton launching platforms is low center mass unless the ammunition design dictates otherwise.  The user shall not target the head or neck area when confronted with less than life threatening situations.