What is the SHOT transmission in artillery communications?

• A. Transmitted after each round fired
• B. Transmitted five seconds before detonation
• C. Transmitted at the end of the firing sequence
• D. Transmitted before firing

Answer: (A)

In artillery communications, the SHOT transmission is the post-shot update that confirms a round has just been fired and is in flight. It is sent after each round leaves the barrel, giving the fire control team and observer real-time feedback on the action progression. This timing helps synchronize subsequent rounds, manage the firing sequence, and track projectiles for timing and accuracy. It isn’t a pre-shot alert, a countdown to detonation, or a summary at the end of the firing sequence.