Combat Pioneer Detachment*
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A Combat Pioneet Detachment (Liikkeenedistamisosasto, LEO) consists of one pioneer platoon and 1 bridge layers and 1 mine-clearing vehicle.*
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The combat pioneers are used mainly in attack to support the tank and pzjaeger companies in breaching enemy obstacles as well as crossing streams. Usually a company is attached to each attacking battalion, and this company forms 2 detachments with bridging and breaching ability.*
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The pioneers also have the ability to quickly construct obstacles, minefields and even barriers, but this is not done in a large scale during attack.*
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This formation belongs to a Mechanized Battlegroup, and is equiped with MT-LBv APCs for transportation. These APCs allow them to keep up with the armoured companies using tracked vehicles (Leopard, BMP).*