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A forward observer uses a tripod mounted G/VLLD laser target designator. The G/VLLD uses an infrared laser, invisible to the naked eye, to acquire range information and illuminate an enemy target. The forward observer relays firing directions to the howitzer crew and keeps the laser trained while the howitzer crew fires the round. The Copperhead’s optical seeker head assembly picks up the laser and directs the guidance system onto target.

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