What is the combat back blast area for the javelin?

• A. Training - 60 degrees x 100 meters
• B. Combat - 60 degrees x 25 meters
• C. Combat - 60 degrees x 100 meters
• D. Combat - 30 degrees x 50 meters

Answer: (B)

The key idea is the danger zone created by firing the Javelin—the back blast that comes out of the launcher when the missile fires. You must maintain a clear area directly behind you to prevent injury or damage from that exhaust.

In combat, the back blast covers a 60-degree sector behind the operator and extends out to 25 meters. That means anyone standing within that 60-degree cone up to 25 meters behind you is at risk and must be kept out of that area before firing. The 25-meter limit is the standard safety distance used in field conditions to protect personnel from the hot gases and overpressure of the launch.

For training, the same 60-degree arc is used, but the distance is extended to 100 meters to provide a safer, more forgiving environment and account for controlled conditions and safety margins typical in training scenarios.

The other options either mix in the wrong distance or a narrower angle, which would not align with established safety guidelines for Javelin back blast.