DA Form 7541-1-10: M41 ITAS Table 10 Scorecard

DA Form 7541-1-10: M41 ITAS Table 10 Scorecard – If you serve in a US Army infantry, Stryker, or light infantry unit equipped with the M41 Improved Target Acquisition System (ITAS) and TOW missiles, you know how critical live-fire gunnery qualification is for combat readiness. DA Form 7541-1-10 is the official scorecard specifically designed for M41 ITAS Gunnery Table 10: Section Qualification. This form ensures sections demonstrate proficiency in acquiring, identifying, and engaging targets under realistic day and night conditions.

Published by the US Army Publishing Directorate (APD) in November 2015 and still the current standard, DA Form 7541-1-10 supports the training outlined in Training Circular (TC) 3-22.32, M41 Improved Target Acquisition System (ITAS) and Tube-Launched, Optically-Tracked, Wire-Guided/Wireless (TOW) Missile. This article breaks down everything US Army leaders, gunners, and trainers need to know about Table 10, the scorecard, qualification standards, and how to access the official form.

What Is the M41 Improved Target Acquisition System (ITAS)?

The M41 ITAS is the Army’s primary long-range precision anti-armor weapon system. It upgrades the legacy TOW launcher with advanced thermal imaging, laser rangefinding, and fire-control capabilities for vehicle-mounted or tripod use. Sections use it to destroy armored vehicles, bunkers, and other high-value targets out to 4,200+ meters.

ITAS gunnery training follows a progressive crawl-walk-run approach in TC 3-22.32 Chapter 11:

  • Early tables focus on individual and crew baseline skills (Tables 1–8).
  • Table 9 = Section Practice.
  • Table 10 = Section Qualification (the focus of DA Form 7541-1-10).
  • Later tables advance to platoon level.

Table 10 evaluates the entire section’s ability to function as a cohesive anti-armor team in tactical scenarios.

What Is Table 10: Section Qualification?

Table 10 is the key collective qualification event for ITAS-equipped sections. It requires sections to execute multiple target engagements (typically 5–10 targets total) in both day and night conditions. Tasks mirror real-world combat and include:

  • Engaging single and multiple armored targets (including Armored Target Track/ATT scenarios).
  • Handling urban targets, snipers in buildings, and bunkers.
  • Stationary and moving targets at short (200–1,200 m) and long (3,800–4,200 m) ranges.
  • Challenging conditions such as CBRN environments or presentations of friendly/civilian targets.

The table is conducted from baseline firing positions, with engagements timed using target exposure matrices (detailed in TC 3-22.32 Appendix A). It builds directly on Table 9 practice and prepares sections for platoon-level training (Tables 11–12).

Key facts about Table 10:

  • Performed twice — once during daylight and once at night.
  • Evaluates section-level collective tasks rather than individual gunners.
  • Uses the M41 ITAS (vehicle-mounted or tripod) with actual or simulated TOW missiles.
  • Safety, target identification, and rules of engagement are strictly enforced.

How DA Form 7541-1-10 Works: Scoring and Completion?

DA Form 7541-1-10 is a two-page fillable PDF scorecard. Evaluators use it to record and calculate section performance in real time.

Typical front-page sections include:

  • Unit, section, date, and evaluator information.
  • Crew/vehicle details and personnel roster.
  • Individual engagement blocks (target type, conditions, time to kill).

Back page covers:

  • Crew cuts and penalties (e.g., safety violations, friendly fire, improper procedures).
  • Total points calculation.
  • Overall qualification rating and signatures.

Scoring breakdown (per TC 3-22.32):

  • Each engagement starts with a maximum of 100 points.
  • Points are awarded based on time-to-kill using official exposure matrices.
  • Crew cuts (deductions) are subtracted for errors (see Table 11-27 in the TC for categories).
  • Day + night scores combine for a maximum of 1,000 points.
  • Qualification standard: Minimum 700 points total, with minimum passing scores on the majority of tasks (typically 70+ points on at least 7 of 10 tasks). Hitting friendly or noncombatant targets results in zero points for that engagement plus additional penalties.

Sections that meet the standard are rated TRAINED/QUALIFIED and may progress to platoon gunnery. Failure requires retraining and re-firing Table 10.

Step-by-Step: How to Use and Complete DA Form 7541-1-10?

  1. Download the official blank form from the Army Publishing Directorate.
  2. Fill in administrative data before live fire.
  3. Record each engagement as it occurs (target description, time, hits, cuts).
  4. Calculate task and total scores on-site.
  5. Conduct after-action review (AAR) with the section.
  6. File the completed scorecard for unit training records and readiness reporting.

Pro tip: Use the sample completed versions in TC 3-22.32 Figures 11-11a and 11-11b as references.

Why Table 10 Matters for US Army Readiness?

Mastering Table 10 ensures your section can deliver lethal, accurate TOW fires in contested environments — exactly what large-scale combat operations demand. Units that consistently qualify on ITAS Table 10 demonstrate higher overall anti-armor proficiency and contribute directly to brigade combat team lethality.

Download DA Form 7541-1-10 (Official & Free)

Direct official PDF link (US Army only):
https://armypubs.army.mil/pub/eforms/DR_a/pdf/DA%20FORM%207541-1-10.pdf

Always use the latest version from armypubs.army.mil. The form is fillable and compliant with current doctrine.

Related forms in the ITAS series (same TC):

  • DA Form 7541-1-7 → Table 7 (Section Baseline)
  • DA Form 7541-1-9 → Table 9 (Section Practice)
  • DA Form 7541-1-12 → Table 12 (Platoon Qualification)

Tips for Success on ITAS Table 10

  • Train Table 9 aggressively as practice.
  • Focus on rapid target acquisition with the ITAS thermal sight and far-target locator.
  • Emphasize crew drills for loading, tracking, and firing under time pressure.
  • Incorporate CBRN and night-vision goggle (NVG) conditions in rehearsals.
  • Review Appendix A target exposure matrices and Table 11-23 minimum proficiency levels in TC 3-22.32.
  • Document everything clearly on DA Form 7541-1-10 for accurate qualification credit.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Is DA Form 7541-1-10 still current in 2026?
A: Yes. TC 3-22.32 (November 2015) remains the governing publication with no superseding manual identified.

Q: Who must qualify on Table 10?
A: All ITAS-equipped sections in infantry, Stryker, and certain other units.

Q: Can I fill out the form digitally?
A: Yes — the official PDF is fillable and designed for digital or printed use.

Q: Where do I find the full gunnery tables and matrices?
A: TC 3-22.32, Chapter 11 and Appendix A (available via Army Publishing Directorate or unit training resources).

Mastering DA Form 7541-1-10 and Table 10 Section Qualification keeps your section combat-ready and your unit’s anti-armor capability sharp. Download the form today, review TC 3-22.32, and train like you fight.

For the latest official Army doctrine, visit armypubs.army.mil. Questions about ITAS gunnery? Consult your unit master gunner or anti-armor leader.