MCTP 3-40C gn

Title: U.S. Marine Corps Operational-Level Logistics

Overview

• Publication Title: MCTP 3-40C (Formerly MCWP 4-12)

• Distribution: Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited.

Changes Notification (Page 2)

• Date: 4 April 2018

• Update: Edited publication for gender neutrality in language, with no substantive content changes.

  • Commanding Officer: Robert S. Walsh, Lieutenant General, U.S. Marine Corps

  • Publication Control Numbers: 147 000068 00 and Change: 147 000068 01.

Erratum (Page 3)

• Date: 2 May 2016

• Previous documents referred to (MCWP 4-12) are to be corrected to (MCTP 3-40C).

• Updated Publication Control to 147 000068 00.

Foreword (Page 4)

• Purpose: Provides doctrinal basis for the planning, coordination, and execution of ground and aviation logistic support for Marine force operations at the operational level of war.

  • Discusses logistic authorities, support available, and roles of Marine Corps components.

• Target Audience: Commanders and their staffs at operational levels within Marine Corps and Department of Defense agencies.

• Publication Supersession: This document supersedes MCWP 4-12 dated 30 January 2002.

Chapter Summary (Page 5)

Chapter 1: Fundamentals of Logistics

• Three levels of logistics (strategic, operational, tactical) each correspond to different operational scopes:

  • Strategic: High-level logistics conducted by HQMC.

  • Operational: Conducted by Marine component commands.

  • Tactical: Managed by Marine expeditionary forces (MEFs).

Chapter 2: Design, Planning, and Execution of Operational-Level Logistics

• Design: Framework for solving logistic challenges, requiring collaborative planning.

• Planning Objective: Align Marine Corps logistics with joint systems to support operational missions.

  • Elements: Responsiveness, simplicity, flexibility, economy, attainability, sustainability, and survivability.

Chapter 3: Capabilities of Operational-Level Logistics

• Roles and authorities of the Combatant Commander in logistics with various supporting organizations (e.g., US Army, Navy, Air Force).

• Detailed responsibilities of support organizations, including Marine Corps Logistics Command (MARCORLOGCOM).

Detailed Logistical Operations (Various Pages)

Force Deployment and Closure (ch 2)

• Key concepts of force deployment planning, sustainment, and execution of logistics to support Marine forces.

Sustainment Operations (2-5, 2-6)

• Eight areas of logistic and personnel services to maintain operational effectiveness include supply, maintenance, and health service support.

Redeployment (2-7)

• Defined as the rotation of forces and resources, with specific responsibilities for planning and logistics management.

Component Responsibilities (Chapter 4)

• Focus on the Marine Corps component's logistics responsibilities under Title 10.

• Coordination with other services and the importance of operational contract support.

Appendix Highlights

Appendix A: Component Logistic Element

• Defines specific characteristics and organizational requirements for operational-level logistics. Tasks include monitoring, coordinating, and advocating for logistics to ensure support.

Appendix C: Principles of Logistics

• Lists seven principles (Responsiveness, Simplicity, Flexibility, Economy, Attainability, Sustainability, Survivability) vital for effective logistics operations.

Glossary

• A compilation of acronyms and definitions relevant to operational-level logistics processes to facilitate better understanding and execution across various units and services.