The Manpack is utilized for smaller instrumented training exercises in open and urban environments, is man-portable and installed in a carrying system. The Manpack is an instantly deployable exercise-control-and-evaluation system based around a ruggedized laptop computer and a Distribution Acquisition Network (DAN) communication system. The system is a derivative of Saab's family of deployable, mobile and fixed CTC instrumented training systems.
Manpack is designed to support smaller low level combat training exercises, gunnery training exercises, exercise in MOUT/FIBUA (military operations on urban terrain/fight in built-up areas), situational training exercises (STX), convoy protection training and special forces/amphibious exercises with similar performance, as a full-scale system.