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    Does anybody know the asvab score, training, and physical requirements.

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    Quote Originally Posted by tex8ball
    Does anybody know the asvab score, training, and physical requirements.

    thank you.

    You need to have a CO score of 87. This is not an 87 on the ASVAB, its a line score for an individual section of the ASVAB. This is not a very high score. Basically, if you can pass the ASVAB, you can be in indirect fire infantryman (11C). The training is same as regular infantry (11B), then an additional week at the end of AIT.
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    well i know if u go to HOME on this web site and then in the upper lefthand corner the is like this list of things and stuff and it has physical requirments listed and that should tell u
    sorry thats all i know
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    im an 11c i got a 95 overall on my asvab but i know its no were near that i think its basically just getting into the military to be able to fill that position

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    Holy Cow!! Someone found the search button!! I thought we lost it!! That was a 3yr old thread!! Good Job, on the research, more people need to take your lead.

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    thanks lol ya im shpping next saturday and im looking fro info on basic and ait etc.

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    I have only served as an 11B and 13B, so my actual knowledge of 11C is only from what I've seen in other units or from watching and speaking with those soldiers.

    11C is basically an infantryman who specializes in the deployment and use of mortars to support his fellow grunts. You will still be capable of most 11B/M/etc skills but you will also be trained to use the mortars. On paper, you will be slightly to the rear of the main force thumping your tubes when needed, and the rest of the time you will be doing the tasks that all other infantry do.

    Personally, I hated 13B. I am being very cautious about my reenlistment to make sure I get 11B instead of 11X, just because I don't want the risk of being assigned as 11C. I don't think there's anything wrong with that MOS, but it's just not for me. I hated being a "gun bunny" or "lanyard puller", and 11C is still within those lines. I want my SAW back, not humping around a baseplate all day.

    I'm sure the 11C's on the forums can provide more details on their actual tasks that vary from "normal" 11B stuff, including the specialized training they go through.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Ninja2dan
    I have only served as an 11B and 13B, so my actual knowledge of 11C is only from what I've seen in other units or from watching and speaking with those soldiers.

    11C is basically an infantryman who specializes in the deployment and use of mortars to support his fellow grunts. You will still be capable of most 11B/M/etc skills but you will also be trained to use the mortars. On paper, you will be slightly to the rear of the main force thumping your tubes when needed, and the rest of the time you will be doing the tasks that all other infantry do.

    Personally, I hated 13B. I am being very cautious about my reenlistment to make sure I get 11B instead of 11X, just because I don't want the risk of being assigned as 11C. I don't think there's anything wrong with that MOS, but it's just not for me. I hated being a "gun bunny" or "lanyard puller", and 11C is still within those lines. I want my SAW back, not humping around a baseplate all day.

    I'm sure the 11C's on the forums can provide more details on their actual tasks that vary from "normal" 11B stuff, including the specialized training they go through.
    In the guard you dont enlist as 11x. You are slotted when you enlist so you get either 11b or 11c, there is no guessing game.

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    Some school's are closed to 11C but open to 11B.
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    I'm not sure if they are still around, but you might also try looking up info on 11H and 11M, both were fairly interesting jobs if you weren't fully into 11B. I haven't seen anyone really commenting on those MOS lately, so it's possible they are no longer in use or had their MOS designation changed. Worth asking a recruiter though. 11M is/was Mech Infantry, grunts riding in the back of a Bradley instead of hopping out of a 2.5 or rucking it everywhere. 11H was Heavy Weapons/Anti-Armor, such as the TOW crews. I can't remember for sure, but I think the Hotels also used mines at times.

    And don't worry about needing high ASVAB scores or knowing high math. FDC takes care of most of the math work for you, you simply employ the base/tube, align the tube, choose charges based on command, etc. Just like FA it's mostly just firing the rounds while someone else actually aims it, you simply adjust the sights according to their commands. But unlike FA, you'll be a lot closer than say a 155mm Paladin or M270 MLRS. At least you get to ruck it a bit and stay closer to the front where the action is. If you can do 11B, you can do 11C. The main difference is, do you prefer humping 40 lbs of ammo and spare barrels/tripods for your MG or do you want to hump around a baseplate or tube?

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    Quote Originally Posted by Ninja2dan
    I'm not sure if they are still around, but you might also try looking up info on 11H and 11M, both were fairly interesting jobs if you weren't fully into 11B. I haven't seen anyone really commenting on those MOS lately, so it's possible they are no longer in use or had their MOS designation changed. Worth asking a recruiter though. 11M is/was Mech Infantry, grunts riding in the back of a Bradley instead of hopping out of a 2.5 or rucking it everywhere. 11H was Heavy Weapons/Anti-Armor, such as the TOW crews. I can't remember for sure, but I think the Hotels also used mines at times.

    And don't worry about needing high ASVAB scores or knowing high math. FDC takes care of most of the math work for you, you simply employ the base/tube, align the tube, choose charges based on command, etc. Just like FA it's mostly just firing the rounds while someone else actually aims it, you simply adjust the sights according to their commands. But unlike FA, you'll be a lot closer than say a 155mm Paladin or M270 MLRS. At least you get to ruck it a bit and stay closer to the front where the action is. If you can do 11B, you can do 11C. The main difference is, do you prefer humping 40 lbs of ammo and spare barrels/tripods for your MG or do you want to hump around a baseplate or tube?
    No such thing as 11h or 11m anymore. 11b and 11c, mech, light, etc all depends on your units designation. They got rid of them a few years back

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    Quote Originally Posted by Agent.Fox
    Some school's are closed to 11C but open to 11B.
    I'm new but I've never heard that before. Guess I'm glad I signed Bravo.

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    I've just been locked in for 11c. It seems to have been the only MOS available for a training schedule that would keep me "academically aligned" for my SMP timetable.

    If all pans out well enough at MEPS, I'll be heading to Basic Training 6 September.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Acuna
    I've just been locked in for 11c. It seems to have been the only MOS available for a training schedule that would keep me "academically aligned" for my SMP timetable.

    If all pans out well enough at MEPS, I'll be heading to Basic Training 6 September.
    Holy necromancy Batman!

    Don't worry, you picked a good MOS.
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    Quote Originally Posted by M.Bradley
    Holy necromancy Batman!

    Don't worry, you picked a good MOS.
    Thanks; glad to hear it. I assume that you've enjoyed your experience in this field.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Acuna
    Thanks; glad to hear it. I assume that you've enjoyed your experience in this field.
    Without a doubt. I ran a training blog while I was at OSUT, parents updated it from my letters, I can give you the link if you want.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Agent.Fox
    Some school's are closed to 11C but open to 11B.
    This is an extremely false statement. Please name one. And don't say sniper school either. No school is really "closed" it's just a matter of getting the Chain of Commad to send you for, well, no apparant reason really.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Ninja2dan
    And don't worry about needing high ASVAB scores or knowing high math. FDC takes care of most of the math work for you, you simply employ the base/tube, align the tube, choose charges based on command, etc. Just like FA it's mostly just firing the rounds while someone else actually aims it, you simply adjust the sights according to their commands. But unlike FA, you'll be a lot closer than say a 155mm Paladin or M270 MLRS. At least you get to ruck it a bit and stay closer to the front where the action is. If you can do 11B, you can do 11C. The main difference is, do you prefer humping 40 lbs of ammo and spare barrels/tripods for your MG or do you want to hump around a baseplate or tube?
    Also semi false. There are times when individual squads calculate their own firing data. Most times this is called a "hip shot". Furthermore, if you want to progress and get promoted, you will expected to learn Fire Direction Center (FDC) procedures. There are reasons that certain individuals are selected to be 11C. That is, because not every 11B can be an 11C....ALL 11C's are Bravos, but it doesnt work the other way around.

    Consider 11C's the "smart" infantry
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    Quote Originally Posted by M.Bradley
    Without a doubt. I ran a training blog while I was at OSUT, parents updated it from my letters, I can give you the link if you want.
    That would be great. I think I could benefit greatly from such insights. Thanks in advance.

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    11C. All the perks of being infantry, but more fun in being an exclusive asset to the company and battalion commanders.
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    Quote Originally Posted by ParalegalNCO1
    Also semi false. There are times when individual squads calculate their own firing data. Most times this is called a "hip shot". Furthermore, if you want to progress and get promoted, you will expected to learn Fire Direction Center (FDC) procedures. There are reasons that certain individuals are selected to be 11C. That is, because not every 11B can be an 11C....ALL 11C's are Bravos, but it doesnt work the other way around.

    Consider 11C's the "smart" infantry
    This is 110% true, at my AT, we did both direct lay where you can see what you're ******** at and make your own data, and fired with the FDC giving commands. In fact, they even trained all of us privates and specialists on the use of the ballistics computers, so we got some time on those. Things like Coordinated Illum missions that involve an HE fire for effect as well really involve a LOT of math too.

    Those of us heading to IMLC are also instructed in the use of plotting boards, but I'm not being sent there until after this upcoming deployment.
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    Quote Originally Posted by M.Bradley
    This is 110% true, at my AT, we did both direct lay where you can see what you're ******** at and make your own data, and fired with the FDC giving commands. In fact, they even trained all of us privates and specialists on the use of the ballistics computers, so we got some time on those. Things like Coordinated Illum missions that involve an HE fire for effect as well really involve a LOT of math too.

    Those of us heading to IMLC are also instructed in the use of plotting boards, but I'm not being sent there until after this upcoming deployment.
    Old stuff! The new toy is literally a PalmPC (although much bigger) with a stylus pen. It's pretty slick.
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    Quote Originally Posted by SteveLord
    Old stuff! The new toy is literally a PalmPC (although much bigger) with a stylus pen. It's pretty slick.
    Yep, we got trained on those too, they're AWESOME. With a GPS attachment that lets you store the location data for each gun.
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    Quote Originally Posted by SteveLord
    Old stuff! The new toy is literally a PalmPC (although much bigger) with a stylus pen. It's pretty slick.
    Yea, those came along after my days as a Charlie, would love to play with one.
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    I finally picked my MOS of 11C. I'm pretty proud and happy to be serving my country as an 11C. MEPS on Tuesday for me.

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