How many soldiers are in a modular Movement Control Team (MCT)?

• A. 21
• B. 18
• C. 15
• D. 24

Answer: (A)

Movement control teams are built around a standardized size so they can handle planning, coordination, and execution of movements across missions without overloading the team. The modular MCT uses twenty-one soldiers, a balance that gives you enough leadership and a full mix of specialists to cover key tasks like coordinating routes, overseeing traffic on land and air, and maintaining liaison with higher headquarters and supported units. With this number, there’s a clear command structure (officer and supervisors) and enough controllers to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, while still leaving some personnel as reserves for communications and support. If the team were smaller, essential functions would be hard to cover at the same time; a larger size isn’t needed for the modular approach and can slow deployment. So twenty-one is the most appropriate standard for a modular MCT.