Hi there,

Thank you for your question.

The primary role of any infantry soldier is to close with and engage the enemy, but the Parachute Regiment is seen as a specialism within itself due its method of entry.

Within the Parachute regiment you could learn to operate a number of weapon systems including: the Rifle, the Sharpshooter, Underslung Grenade Launcher, and the Light Mortar. You could specialise as a sniper, anti-tank or mortar operator. You will also gain your category B (car) or C (HGV) driving license. You may be able to train in Jungle Warfare, and as an instructor in certain areas.

I hope this helps answer your question.

Katie

12 May, 2020 09:09

The light machine gun and light support weapon are no longer in service. The sharpshooter has now taken its place as a medium range weapon system.

The Paras have 3 regiments with 3 different roles.

1 para are based in RAF st athan in a special forces fire support group

2 and 3 para are based in Colchester in 16 air assault brigade.

Like most infantry units, you can specialise in various roles listed below

Rifleman/paratrooper/guardsman
Anti tank operator
Mortar platoon operator
Signal platoon operator
Physical training instructor (PTI)
Motorised transport platoon
Sharpshooter
Sniper
Reconnaissance platoon operator

These are to name a few

Hope this helps

J

12 May, 2020 09:42