UITC

USAREUR-AF International Tank Challenge

U.S. Army Europe and Africa, along with our NATO and Partner Allies, annually host a Tank Challenge. This training event is designed to give participating nations a dynamic and productive environment in which to foster military partnerships, form Soldier-level relationships, and share tactics, techniques and procedures.

The European International Tank Challenge was formerly known as the Strong Europe Tank Challenge. Images, video and stories that are older will appear under that name further down the timeline.

For more imagery, videos and news visit our DVIDS feature page at: USARUER International Tank Challenge

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Video by Staff Sgt. Fred Brown

Phalanx Weapon System Executes Day Time Pre-Action Calibration and Clearing Operations in Firing Exercise at Al-Tanf Garrison

Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve

March 24, 2025 | 0:46

A 20mm Land-Based Phalanx Weapon System, operated by the 218th Field Artillery Regiment, attached to Task Force Armadillo, fires a Pre-Action Calibration Firing (PACFIRE) exercise at Al-Tanf Garrison, Syria, on March 24, 2025. The PACFIRE exercise calibrates the entire system to ensure that rounds fired are more accurate and on target during engagements. After firing, the machine also went through clearing and cleaning operations to maintain its operational readiness and ensure safety. Combined Joint Task Force - Operation Inherent Resolve will optimize defense capabilities to protect Coalition Forces while supporting partner forces. (U.S. Army video by Staff Sgt. Fred Brown)