A metal and enamel device 1 1/8 inches (2.86 cm) in height (arrow wise) and 1 1/4 inches (3.18 cm) in width (bow wise) consisting of a gold colored metal base with a black bow, bent and stringed black and a red arrow, barbed and feathered red, nocked and drawn up to the point, the shaft passing over a light blue annulet bearing on the dexter portion the word "SWIFT" and on the sinister portion the word "TRUE" reading from left to right, all in gold color letters.
The bow with arrow refers to the mobility and striking power of the organization, further emphasized by the words "SWIFT" and "TRUE." The bow and arrow also allude to the silence and stealth of movement and surprise attack, the arrow, straight and true, implying constant advance and the overcoming of all obstacles. The red arrow, the Indian symbol of war, is also emblematic of fire power. The annulet symbolizes fidelity and tenacity of purpose. The color black signifies wisdom and prudence, the red, courage; the blue (light blue for Infantry), loyalty and faith; and the gold; inspiration, zeal and achievement.
The distinctive unit insignia was approved on 27 July 1966.