Anti-Tank Company, 1st Infantry Brigade (Estonia)
The Anti-Tank Company, 1st Infantry Brigade is a specialized unit within the Estonian Defence Forces' 1st Infantry Brigade. Its primary role is to provide anti-tank capabilities to the brigade, contributing to the defense of Estonian territory against armored threats. This is achieved through the deployment and employment of various anti-tank weapon systems and tactics.
The company typically comprises multiple platoons, each equipped with anti-tank missiles, recoilless rifles, or other similar weaponry. Personnel receive specialized training in anti-tank warfare, target identification, and equipment maintenance.
The Anti-Tank Company integrates with other units within the 1st Infantry Brigade, such as infantry and artillery, to create a combined arms team capable of engaging a wide range of enemy forces. They participate in national and international exercises to maintain readiness and interoperability with allied forces.
The specific equipment and organizational structure of the Anti-Tank Company may vary depending on updates to defense doctrine and technological advancements. However, the core mission remains the same: to provide a potent anti-tank capability within the 1st Infantry Brigade's order of battle. The 1st Infantry Brigade is the main maneuver unit of the Estonian Defence Forces.