Laser Target Locator Module (LTLM)

Mission

Provides Dismounted Forward Observers, Scouts, Snipers and Platoon Leaders all-weather capability to locate targets accurately and transmit target data.

Description

The Laser Target Locator Modules (LTLM) are handheld or tripod-mounted lightweight laser target locators. They deliver target data to the fire support and maneuver Command, Control, Communications, Computer and Intelligence system (C4I).

The Vector 21 is a Binocular Laser Rangefinder (BLRF) with an embedded digital compass. Soldiers can connect the Vector 21 to the Precision Lightweight GPS Receiver (PLGR) or a Defense Advanced GPS Receiver (DAGR) to provide target grid coordinates. When used in conjunction with an AN/PVS-14 Monocular Night Vision Device, the Vector 21 provides a limited night capability.

The Mark VII integrates a monocular direct-view optic, an image intensifier, a laser rangefinder, and a digital compass into a day/night target location device. The Mark VII connects to the PLGR or the DAGR to provide grid coordinates to distant targets. The Mark VII provides a limited night capability.

The Mark VIIE is an integrated target locator module with a more powerful 8x day optic. It has an uncooled thermal sight for increased night performance and an embedded GPS receiver for stand-alone targeting operations.

The Target Reconnaissance Infrared Geolocating Rangefinder (TRIGR) is an integrated target locator module with a 7x direct view optic, an improved uncooled thermal sight for significantly increased night performance, a laser rangefinder, digital compass, and embedded GPS receiver for standalone targeting operations. LTLM II is a second-generation Lightweight, Handheld Laser Target Locator with a direct view optic, uncooled thermal camera, eye-safe laser range finder, digital magnetic compass, and an internal SAASM GPS receiver.

Specifications

  • Weight (handheld):
    • LTLM II: 3.2 pounds
    • Vector 21: 3.8 pounds (not including the cable and PLGR or DAGR)
    • Mark VII: 4.2 pounds
    • Mark VII E: 5.5 pounds
    • TRIGR: 5.5 pounds
  • Target Recognition Ranges:
    • LTLM II:
      • > 5 kilometers day
      • > .9 kilometers night (to a NATO standard vehicle target)
    • Vector 21 and Mark VII:
      • > 4 .2 kilometers day
      • > .5 kilometers night (to a NATO standard vehicle target)
    • Mark VIIE and TRIGR:
      • > 4.2 kilometers day
      • > 1.2 kilometers night (to a NATO standard vehicle target)
  • Target Location Error: < 45 meters at 5 kilometers in a magnetically benign environment