When in an armored vehicle, one feels safe from small arms fire. However, there are great dangers from high caliber MG's and rockets. The purpose of this document is to familiarize you with techniques of covering and concealing your vehicle while providing an acceptable gunning view. First, the 'hull down' technique will be shown. Then there will be examples of various hiding spots.
'Hull down' refers to a method of covering the main body of the vehicle while giving the turret clear view of the battlefield. Usually, a depression is used for this but other land features can be used similarly such as a small hill or rock. Below is an example of a Stryker using the 'hull down' technique. The vehicle is practically invisible to anybody crossing the flat ground. This is one of the better spots for hiding a large vehicle, which are rare on most maps.
Hiding a vehicle is like using cover and concealment on foot. Land features can be used to block enemy fire and foliage can conceal the vehicle. Sound and movement also negatively affect vehicles and is even more important since vehicles are loud and large. The screenshot below shows how the vehicle's position is easily given away by firing. However, the use of 'hull down' gives the vehicle good protection.
This second example shows a Stryker using 'hull down' in a more common situation. Maps typically have small dips and hills to allow partial coverage of the vehicle. This would be a tricky shot for a rifleman. Every second longer it takes for a soldier to fire on the Stryker gives the vehicle’s gunner a better chance of eliminating the threat.
Below is the view from the Stryker's gunner position. He has a clear view of the base including a good shot into the flag bunker. The driver’s view is poor because the turret is higher on the vehicle. This is crucial to finding a good spot. If the driver cannot see much of the target then the vehicle is likely in decent cover. It is important that the gunner communicates with the driver to ensure a safe area to park while maintaining a good viewpoint.
Below is another good way of hiding a vehicle but it is not so obvious when driving around the area. The best is to experiment and communicate so that there is a balance of good cover and a clear view. The gunner has a clear view of inside the bunker but not the ground. This is a trade-off for some decent cover.
Shown below is what the Stryker looks like to anybody on the roof of the bunker. It is almost a clear view of the Stryker but would require exposure to the Stryker's guns. The view from inside is even worse. It barely provides a view of the turret’s top. This parking spot is looking better than it did in the previous screenshot.
Sometimes there is absolutely nothing to use for cover from possible enemy locations. The next example shows how to find a decent way of hiding in anticipation of friendly reinforcements or to scan the area. While the Stryker looks like it could be clearly seen, the foliage does more than it seems. This screenshot was taken from an elevated position so it is easier to see how the vehicle is parked. A screenshot from a more likely enemy location will show how this spot can hide a large vehicle.
This next screenshot is from the top of the bunker. An elevated position is always good to spot targets but this Stryker could prove tricky if one does not pay attention. It is mostly the turret that is exposed while the rest of the body is hidden behind trees and bushes. This will help if the gunner does not fire. The Stryker in this situation is most likely waiting for reinforcements and scanning the area.
There are plenty of spots to conceal a vehicle for a short period of time. Let someone else park their vehicle on a hillside ripe for a rocket. Look for those small dips and hills to provide cover. Remember 'hull down' and it could save your life. Larger hills can even be used to block a vehicles flank. Most importantly, communicate to the other occupants. Ask the driver for a slightly better view or suggest a good spot to park. A keen eye and good communication will go a long way to surviving in a vehicle.
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