DA Form 7665-R: HBCT GST Company Roll-Up Guide 2026

DA Form 7665-R: HBCT GST Company Roll-Up Guide 2026 – U.S. Army armor, mechanized infantry, and Heavy Brigade Combat Team (HBCT) / Armored Brigade Combat Team (ABCT) leaders rely on standardized tools to track crew readiness. DA Form 7665-R (SEP 2009), titled HBCT Gunnery Skills Test (GST) Company Roll-Up, aggregates individual and platoon-level Gunnery Skills Test results at the company level. It supports commanders in evaluating unit proficiency before advancing to live-fire gunnery tables.

Download the official form here: DA FORM 7665-R PDF.

What Is the HBCT Gunnery Skills Test (GST)?

The GST (often called Gunnery Table I or prerequisite training) evaluates individual crew members on critical tasks for safe and effective weapon system operation. It serves as a gatekeeper for crew qualification and live-fire exercises.

Units administer the GST per FM 3-20.21 / MCWP 3-12.2, Heavy Brigade Combat Team (HBCT) Gunnery (September 2009, with Change 1). It applies to platforms including:

  • M1 Abrams tank
  • M2/M3 Bradley Fighting Vehicle
  • M1117 Guardian ASV
  • Armed HMMWVs
  • Other crew-served weapons in HBCT/ACR formations

Key GST components typically include:

  • Common Tasks: Ammunition identification (AMMO ID), threat vehicle identification (THREAT ID), weapons handling (e.g., M240, M2, MK19), misfire procedures, reloads, and crew drills (fire evacuation, rollover).
  • Platform-Specific Tasks: Abrams, Bradley, Guardian, or Truck tasks (e.g., load/unload feeders, ready boxes, main gun procedures).

Soldiers must achieve a “GO” on tasks within time standards and safety protocols. The test occurs in a station rotation format, often in the motor pool or training area.

Purpose of DA Form 7665-R

This form compiles data from lower-level roll-ups (e.g., DA Form 7558-R for individuals and platoon forms) to give company commanders a clear snapshot of:

  • Total personnel tested by platoon (1st, 2nd, 3rd, HQ) and overall.
  • Number and percentage of GOs and NO-GOs across task categories.
  • Overall company readiness metrics for common tasks, Abrams/Bradley/Guardian/Trucks tasks, etc.

It enables data-driven decisions on retraining needs, resource allocation, and progression to Gunnery Table I (Crew Critical Skills Test) and beyond. Master Gunners and commanders use these roll-ups for after-action reviews, certification tracking, and reporting to higher headquarters.

How to Use and Fill Out DA Form 7665-R?

The form is designed for straightforward aggregation:

  1. Header Information: Enter unit, date (YYYYMMDD), and scorer details.
  2. Platoon Breakdown: Record # Tested, # GOs, % GOs, # NO-GOs, % NO-GOs for each platoon and total.
  3. Task Categories: Summarize performance by groups such as:
    • Common Tasks (AMMO ID, THREAT ID, etc.)
    • Platform-specific (Abrams, Bradley, etc.)
    • Specific weapons/skills (M2, M240, M249, MK19, main gun reload/misfire, etc.).

Best Practices:

  • Use data from individual/platoon roll-up forms for accuracy.
  • Calculate percentages precisely to identify weak areas (e.g., low GO rates on Bradley feeder tasks signal focused retraining).
  • Maintain records for semiannual requirements, crew changes, or pre-deployment validation.
  • Ensure compliance with safety and evaluation procedures in FM 3-20.21.

Previous editions are obsolete; use the SEP 2009 version.

Why GST and Company Roll-Up Matter for Readiness?

Gunnery progression builds from individual skills (GST) to crew, section, platoon, and company collective tables. Strong GST performance correlates with better live-fire outcomes and combat effectiveness. Units that treat GST as a rigorous, battalion-level event often see higher qualification rates.

In modern ABCT operations, these foundational skills remain critical even as doctrine evolves (e.g., updates in TC 3-20 series for heavy tank/crew gunnery).

Tips for Army Leaders and Master Gunners

  • Planning: Schedule GST well before live gunnery. Use simulators and dry-fire for crawl-walk-run progression.
  • Documentation: Pair DA Form 7665-R with supporting individual scoresheets for audits and trend analysis.
  • Training Resources: Reference FM 3-20.21 for full task conditions/standards. Supplement with unit SOPs and current TC publications.
  • Common Pitfalls: Avoid rushing stations or omitting tasks—full completion ensures valid certification.

Pro Tip: Store completed forms digitally (per unit records policy) for easy access during inspections or CTC rotations.

For the latest doctrine, check Army Publishing Directorate (armypubs.army.mil) or consult your brigade Master Gunner. Proper use of DA Form 7665-R strengthens crew lethality and unit readiness across the U.S. Army’s armored formations.