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STUDENT OUTLINE

LIGHT ANTI-ARMOR WEAPON

CS0502

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

a. TERMINAL LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

(1) Given an AT-4 light anti-armor weapon which fails to fire, while wearing a fighting load, perform misfire procedures for an AT-4 light anti-armor weapon, by returning the weapon to service. (0300-WPNS-1001).

(2) Given a light anti-armor weapon or Tracer Trainer, and 4 stationary and/or moving targets from 125 to 300 meters, while wearing a fighting load, engage targets with the AT4, by achieving hits on target with 5 or 8 rounds. (0300-WPNS-1002).

b. ENABLING LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

(1) Given a list of choices, identify the characteristics of an M136 light Anti-Armor Weapon, in accordance with FM 3-23.25 (0300-WPNS-1001a)

(2) Given a list of choices, identify the nomenclature of an M136 light Anti-Armor Weapon, in accordance with FM 3-23.25 (0300-WPNS-1001b)

(3) Given a list of choices, identify armored vehicle weakness, in accordance with FM 3-23.25(0300-WPNS-1002a)

STUDENT INFORMATION

OVERVIEW: The purpose of this period of instruction is to teach you how to inspect, prepare to fire, perform misfire procedures, and to engage targets with the AT-4. This lesson will prepare you for your practical examination and written test.

CLASS PREPARATION: Read this handout prior to class.

OUTLINE.

1. DESCRIPTION. The M136 AT-4 is a lightweight, self-contained, man portable, anti-armor weapon. It consists of a free flight, fin-stabilized, rocket-type cartridge packed in an expendable, one-piece, fiberglass-wrapped tube.

a. General Characteristics. Other characteristics include:

(1) Fired from the right shoulder only.

(2) Watertight for transportation and storage.

(3) Minimum range training: 30 meters

(4) Minimum range combat: 10 meters.

(5) Minimum range arming: 10 meters.

(6) Maximum range: 2100 meters.

(7) Maximum effective range: 300 meters.

b. Technical Data.

(1) Launcher.

(a) Overall length: 40 inches.

(b) Weight (Complete System) 14.8 pounds.

(2) Rocket.

(a) Caliber: 84mm.

(b) Muzzle velocity: 950 feet per second.

(c) Length: 18 inches.

(d) Weight: 4 pounds.

(e) Armor penetration: 14 inches.

c. Back-blast. The back-blast from the M136 AT-4 light anti-armor weapon extends for 100 meters to the rear of the launcher in a 90-degree fan.

d. Ammunition. The M136 AT-4 is a round of ammunition with an integral, rocket-type cartridge. The cartridge consists of a fin assembly with tracer element; a point-initiating, base-detonating, piezoelectric fuze; a warhead body with liner; and a precision-shaped explosive charge.

(1) Description. The M136 AT-4’s warhead has excellent penetration ability and lethal after-armor effects. The extremely destructive, 440 gram shaped-charge explosive penetrates more than 14 inches (35.6cm) of armor.

(2) Warhead Effects:

(a) Impact. The nose cone crushes; the impact sensor activates the fuze.

(b) Ignition. The piezoelectric fuze element activates the electric detonator. The booster detonates, initiating the main charge.

(c) Penetration. The main charge fires and forces the warhead body liner into a directional gas jet that penetrates armor plate.

(d) Effects on Armor. The projectile fragments and incendiary effects produce blinding light and destroy the interior of the target.

2. SAFETIES OF THE AT-4. The AT-4 has three safeties; the transport safety pin, the cocking lever, and the forward safety. They are operated in the following order to fire the weapon:

a. Transport Safety Pin. Provides safety during the transportation or the AT-4. It prevents the firing pin from striking the cartridge percussion cap. It is attached to the launcher by a lanyard.

b. Cocking Lever. When the cocking lever is in the SAFE position it prevents the firing rod from touching the trigger. Push the cocking lever forward and down to cock the weapon engage the firing mechanism.

c. Forward Safety. This is the final safety. It blocks the firing rod from striking the firing pin and must be fully depressed and held before firing.

3. NOMENCLATURE. The AT-4 is issued as a round of ammunition and is completely sealed. The components of the AT4 are:

a. Fire-Through Muzzle Cover. This prevents foreign objects and moisture from entering through the muzzle. It is blown away when the rocket is fired.

b. Color-Coded Band. The color of the band indicates the type of rocket. A black and yellow band indicates a high explosive (HE) anti-armor round. A gold or yellow band indicates a field-handling trainer, and no band indicates an M287 9mm tracer bullet trainer.

c. Venturi. This protects the weapon from damage if it is dropped and directs the flow of the back blast.

d. Red Trigger Button. This fires the weapon.

e. Shoulder Stop. This helps stabilize the launcher on the shoulder.

f. Carrying Sling. This provides a means to carry the launcher and provides a forward hand grip when firing the weapon.

g. Sights. The AT-4’s front and rear sights resemble those of the service series rifle.

(1) Front Sight. The front sight consists of a sight blade, center post and two lead posts. It has a semicircular white line to aid in obtaining the proper sight picture.

(a) To open the front sight cover, press down on it and slide it backward until the sight pops out.

(2) Rear Sight. The rear sight has a sight blade, range adjustment knob, range scale 2-mm peephole for normal daylight visibility conditions, and a 7mm peephole for limited visibility conditions.

(b) To open the rear sight, press down on it and slide it forward until the sight pops out.

(3) Leaf Blade. The leaf blade contains the 2-mm peephole and covers the 7-mm peephole. To uncover the 7-mm rotate it back down so it is seated.

(4) Range Indicator Scale. The scale is indexed from 100 to 500 meters in 50 meter increments. The initial range setting is set to 200 meters. The range is set utilizing the range adjustment knob. Ensure the range is set back to 200 meters when you close the sight, otherwise the sight cover will break off the rear sight.

4. ARMOR VEHICLE WEAKNESSES. Armored vehicles usually have their heaviest armor in front, because they are designed mainly for offensive operations against other armored vehicles. All armored vehicles are vulnerable to repeated hits on their flanks and rear, though the flank offers the largest possible target. Firers should always aim center mass to increase the possibility of a hit. The older the vehicle, the less protection it has. Newer vehicles may use bolt on armor to improve survivability. Some vehicles even equip themselves with reactive armor, which consist of explosives sandwiched between metal plates. When reactive armor is hit, the armor explodes and counters the explosive force of the rocket warhead.

a. Obstacles. Natural or man-made obstacles can be used to force the vehicle to slow, stop or change direction. This pause enables the firer to achieve a first round hit.

b. Vulnerability. An armored vehicle without close protection (dismounted infantry) in woods, MOUT, or other restrictive terrain is vulnerable to close attacks. When all hatches are closed and personnel are inside the vehicle, the crew cannot see well enough to protect itself from close attacks or attacks from the flanks or rear.

c. Kills. Armored vehicle kills are classified according to the level of damage achieved.

(1) Mobility Kill. Vehicle cannot move, but it can still return fire.

(2) Firepower Kill. Vehicle cannot fire effectively, but it can still move.

(3) Catastrophic Kill. Ammunition or fuel stores are hit and vehicle is completely destroyed.

5. INSPECTING THE AT4. Since the M136 AT-4 is issued as a round of ammunition rather than a weapon, the launcher is completely sealed. However, its overall condition should be inspected at the time of issue and again before use.

The AT4 is shipped in a plastic bag which needs to be removed. If the M136 AT-4 is not to be used immediately, it should be returned to its plastic bag and the bag resealed with tape.

a. The 11 Steps Involved With Inspecting The AT-4.

(1) Inspect the rear seal and confirm that a brown acrylic plastic is inside the venture and undamaged.

(2) Ensure the transport safety pin is in place and fully inserted.

(3) Ensure the cocking lever is present and in the SAFE (un-cocked) position.

(4) Ensure the plastic fire-through muzzle cover is in place and undamaged.

(a) If it is torn or broken, cut it out and check the launch tube to ensure it is clear of foreign objects.

(b) Remove any that you find by turning the tube muzzle downward and gently shaking the launcher.

(5) Ensure the launcher has the correct color-code band attached.

(6) Ensure the sights function properly.

(a) Open the sight covers and ensure the sights pop up and are undamaged.

(7) Ensure the forward safety does not move when you depress it.

(8) Ensure the red trigger button is not missing.

(9) Ensure the launcher body has no cracks, dents, or bulges.

(10) Ensure the carrying sling is not frayed and is attached firmly to the launch tube.

(11) Ensure the shoulder stop is not broken or damaged, and it unsnaps and folds down.

6. PREPARE AT-4 FOR FIRING. Preparing the AT-4 for firing can be broken down into 10 steps.

a. Remove the AT-4 from the carrying position and cradle it in the left arm.

b. Keep the weapon pointed toward the target and keep the back-blast area clear.

c. With your right hand, pull and release the transport safety pin.

d. Unsnap, unfold, and hold the shoulder-stop with the right hand.

e. If the AT-4 is on your right shoulder, stabilize the weapon with the right hand and open the sights with your left hand. If cradling the weapon, open the sights with your left hand.

f. Place launcher on your right shoulder and stabilize it by grasping the sling near the launcher’s muzzle with your left hand. The rear sight should be no less than 2.5 inches and no more than 3 inches from your eyes.

g. Set the rear sight for the correct range to the target.

h. Check the back-blast area before you cock the launcher.

i. Cock the launcher by unfolding the cocking lever with the right hand. Place the thumb under the cocking lever and, with the support of the fingers in front of the firing mechanism, push the cocking lever forward and then downward to the right. Let the cocking lever slide back.

j. Grasp the carrying sling near the muzzle with the left hand and pull back on the carrying sling until the shoulder stop is snug against the shoulder. Using the index and middle fingers of the right hand, press the forward safety all the way to the left while you fire.

7. RESTORING THE LAUNCHER TO THE CARRY. If the launcher is prepared to fire, but then is not fired, it must be taken out of operation as follows;

a. Release the forward safety.

b. Push forward and up on the cocking lever, and let it

spring back into the SAFE (uncocked) position.

c. Remove the launcher from the shoulder. Keep it pointed toward the target.

d. Replace the transport safety pin. Reinsert the transport safety pin all the way into the pinhole.

e. To avoid breaking off the rear sight, return the rear sight to the battle sight setting of 200 meters, fold down the front and rear sights, and close the sight covers.

f. Refold the shoulder stop and snap it back into position, and sling the launcher over either shoulder.

8. FIRING POSITIONS. The AT-4 can be fired from all four of the basic firing positions. Individual physique determines exact body and hand positions. Firing from a supported position naturally increases accuracy, which improves the odds for a first round hit or kills.

a. Standing Position. The standing position is easy to assume but unless you are behind a protective barrier such as a wall, it exposes you more than any other position to enemy observation.

(1) Basic Standing Position.

(a) Keeping the weapon pointed down range, grasp the sling near the launcher with your left hand and the shoulder stop with your right hand. Raise the launcher above shoulder and rotate shoulder under launcher. Place right hand on the trigger.

(b) Place feet shoulder width apart, square to the target.

c) Move the left foot 15 to 24 inches forward

in your stance keep your hips level and your weight balanced on both of your feet.

(d) Keep your elbows tucked into your side.

(e) To track a moving target, turn your body at the waist, not with your legs.

f) Aim in 2.5 to 3 inches behind the rear

sight. Align the rear sight with the front sight tip on the center of mass of the target.

(2) Modified Standing Position. Use this position when you occupy an infantry fighting position. Assume the basic standing position, but instead of stepping forward, lean against the back wall of the fighting position. Ensure the venture or rear of the weapon extends beyond the rear of the fighting position.

Ensure that NONE of the following are in your back-blast area:

(a) Other Marines.

(b) Other fighting positions.

(c) Equipment.

(d) Any obstructions within 5 meters of your own fighting position.

b. Kneeling Position. The basic kneeling position is the best position for tracking moving targets. The modified kneeling position the best for engaging stationary targets since it is a supported position. However, either can be used for stationary or moving targets.

(1) Basic Kneeling Position.

(a) Kneel from the basic standing position onto your right knee, keeping the left thigh parallel to the ground.

(b) Rotate your lower right leg 90 degrees to the left. (This ensures right foot is not being exposed to the back-blast).

c) Keep right thigh and back perpendicular to

the ground.

(d) Point left foot in direction of fire and tuck your elbows in to your sides.

(2) Modified Kneeling Position.

(a) From the basic kneeling position, sit back on your right heel.

(b) Place the back of your upper left arm on your left knee, making sure you do not have bone-to bone contact between left elbow and left knee.

c) Use any protective barrier available.

c. Sitting Position. The sitting position is the most stable firing position. In this position, the arms are placed on the legs for support.

(1) Basic Sitting Position.

(a) Sit on your buttocks while facing the target. Spread your feet a comfortable distance apart.

(b) Lean forward and place the backs of your upper arms on your knees, avoiding bone-to–bone contact.

(2) Modified Sitting Position.

(b) From the basic sitting position, cross your ankles for added support.

(c) Raise or lower your knees to adjust for elevation no the target.

d. Prone Position. The prone position is the most dangerous position due to its proximity to the ground and hazards to the legs. It is also the least stable of all positions due to the awkward positioning of the body.

9. FUNDAMENTALS OF MARKSMANSHIP. As with your service rifle training and other weapons training you’ve received during your time in the Marines, your ability to continue to practice and combine the factors of marksmanship will help you retain your skills.

a. Steady Hold. Maintaining a steady hold involves holding the launcher as steady as possible while sighting and firing. To maintain the proper sight picture and sight alignment until you fire, you must hold the launcher in a tight, comfortable position so that it becomes a natural extension of your body.

b. Aiming Procedures. Aiming procedures include placing the eye correctly, obtaining a sight picture, and aligning the sight. Combining these procedures is critical to correctly aim the AT-4.

(1) Place your eye between 2 ½ to 3 inches from the rear sight. This distance is necessary to prevent possible injury from the weapon’s recoil and for correct sight alignment with the AT-4.

(2) Position the rear sight so that the white semicircle of the front sight is a hazy line around the bottom half of the rear sight opening. Align the sight by moving your head forward or backward.

c. Sight Picture. Position the front sight on the target.

(1) Stationary Targets. These targets include those moving directly toward or away from the firer. Position the front center sight post on the center of the target.

(2) Slow-moving Targets. These targets are with an estimated speed of 10 mph or less or moving in an oblique direction. Place the center sight post on the front or leading edge of the vehicle.

(3) Fast-moving Targets. These targets are estimated at moving faster than 10 mph. Place either the left or right lead post on the center of the target.

To determine the speed of a target, estimate how far the vehicle travels in one second. Pick an object in the path of the vehicle, when the front end of the vehicle passes that object count, One-thousand and one”. If more than half of the vehicle passes the object after the allotted time, estimate it as a fast moving vehicle. If less than half the target passes, estimate it as slow moving vehicle.

c. Breath Control. Breath control is as important when firing the AT-4 as it is when firing an individual weapon. Breathing during firing can cause the shooter to miss his target. To control breathing, the firer breathes deeply a couple of times, takes one last deep breath, exhales partly, holds his breath, sights, and fires.

d. Trigger Manipulation. The firer must apply firm steady forward pressure to the trigger with the thumb of his firing hand.

e. Integrated Act of Shooting. Errors in sight alignment increase as the range to the target increases. Therefore, maintaining the correct relationship between the rear and front sights is as important as placing the front sight on the target. The steps for doing this should become automatic. No matter how quickly they are done, these steps are always distinct, because the human eye can only focus at one distance and on one point at a time. The shooter focuses on the front sight to obtain correct sight alignment and then places the aiming point to complete the sight picture. He shifts or adjusts the position of the launcher as necessary. The whole time he is pressing the trigger, he maintains the sight picture.

10. MISFIRE PROCEDURES. A misfire is a complete failure to fire caused by a procedural or mechanical failure. Which misfire procedures should be used depends on whether the firer is in a combat or training environment.

a. Causes. A misfire is usually caused by one of the following factors:

(1) The forward safety is not depressed far enough to disengage the safety.

(2) The firing mechanism is faulty.

(3) The propelling charge explosive train is faulty.

b. Combat Environment. If a misfire occurs in combat:

(1) Release the forward safety.

(2) Remove your right hand from the firing mechanism and cock the weapon again.

(3) Try to fire again. If the launcher still does not fire, maintain the same firing position and return the cocking lever to the SAFE (uncocked) position.

(4) Move the launcher from your shoulder, keeping the launcher pointed toward the enemy. Reinsert the transport safety pin.

(5) Break off the sights to identify the misfired launcher.

(6) Place the launcher on the ground, pointed toward the enemy, and use another launcher. As soon as you can, dispose of the misfired launcher in accordance with unit SOP.

c. Training Environment. If a misfire occurs on a live-fire training range, respond as follows:

(1) Shout, “Misfire” as soon as the launcher fails to fire, while maintaining the original sight picture.

(2) Release the forward safety.

(3) Re-cock the launcher by immediately removing your right hand from the firing mechanism and push the cocking lever forward with the heel of your right hand until the lever locks with a loud clicking noise.

(4) Press the forward safety all the way down and try to fire again. If the launcher fails to fire, release the forward safety and move the cocking lever to the SAFE (uncocked) position. Take the launcher off of your shoulder, keeping the weapon pointed toward the target.

(5) Reinsert the transport safety pin. Wait two minutes and then carefully lay the launcher on the ground, muzzle toward the target.

11. M287 TRACER TRAINER. The M287 tracer trainer uses a 9mm training practice-tracer cartridge. When loaded, this trainer simulates the AT-4 in weight, balance, and operation. The velocity and trajectory of its ammunition match that of the AT-4's cartridge, but the M287 produces less noise, back-blast, and overpressure. The M287 tracer trainer is used in place of the AT4 in training.

a. Ammunition. The 9mm tracer cartridge has a lighter powder charge than a standard 9mm bullet. The lighter charge enables the cartridge to closely duplicate the trajectory of the AT-4 round at ranges out to 700 meters. The cartridge also has a tracer element to enable the firer to compare the impact of the cartridge with the sight picture. The firer can see the tracer out to 550 meters. The cartridge's red tip distinguishes it from standard 9mm ammunition, which should never be fired from the M287 tracer trainer.

b. Loading. The M287 tracer trainer is loaded as follows:

(1) The firer places the M287 tracer trainer on his shoulder after preparing the M287 for firing. The procedures remain the same as an AT-4 however he will not cock the weapon.

(2) The assistant looks through the barrel from the rear to verify that it contains no obstructions. He inspects the cartridge primer to ensure it is not dented, and inserts the round onto the bolt face.

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(3) The assistant inserts the bolt into the breech, and presses in and turns the bolt clockwise to the "S" position. The next step is to continue to arm the tracer trainer by turning the bolt clockwise to "F" so that it can be fired.

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(4) Once the assistant has the bolt in the “F” position, he will tap the firer on the helmet and sound off ‘Ready’.

(5) At this time, the firer will cock the weapon, check the back-blast area and then proceed with firing procedures, and engage the target.

c. Unloading. With the tracer trainer still on the firer's shoulder, the assistant removes the bolt by turning it counterclockwise past the "S," then pulling the bolt from the breech. Once the bolt is clear and the trainer has looked through the barrel, the assistant will sound off ‘Clear’. If more rounds are to be fired, he removes the expended cartridge and reloads the bolt.

d. Reloading. With the tracer trainer still on his shoulder, the firer places the cocking lever in the safe position once he hears ‘Clear’ from the assistant, keeping the tracer trainer on his shoulder and pointing toward the target. The assistant reloads the tracer trainer and prepares it for firing.

e. Misfire Procedures. Misfire procedures for the M287 tracer trainer are the same as the AT-4; however, you will not remove the weapon from your shoulder. Maintain the weapon on target and seek assistance from a Combat Instructor.

REFERENCES:

NUMBER TITLE PAGE

Fm 3-23.25 Light Anti-Armor Weapons 2-1 through 7-7

NOTES:

PERFORMANCE EXAMINATION CHECKLIST

EXAM TITLE: M136 AT-4 Rocket Launcher

EXAM ID: CS0502P1 Course Number: __________

Evaluator: ___________________ Student:_______________

Start-Time: __________. Stop-Time: __________.

STUDENT INSTRUCTIONS:

You are a rifleman and must perform weapons handling procedures with the M136 AT-4 Rocket Launcher squad automatic weapon.

There is no time limit for this task.

To achieve mastery, you must perform each performance step correctly without violating the four safety rules.

INSPECT THE M136 LIGHT ANTI-ARMOR WEAPON

| | |NON-MASTERY |

| |MASTERY | |

|1. Ensure the rear seal is in place and undamaged. | | |

|2. Ensure transport safety pin is in. | | |

|3. Ensure cocking lever is in place and in safe | | |

|position. | | |

|4. Ensure the fire-through muzzle cover is in place | | |

|and undamaged. | | |

|5. Ensure the launcher has the correct color-coded | | |

|band. | | |

|6. Ensure sights are functioning properly. | | |

|7. Ensure forward safety does not move when | | |

|depressed. | | |

|8. Ensure red trigger button is not missing. | | |

|9. Verify the launcher body has no cracks, dents, or | | |

|bulges. | | |

|10. Ensure the carrying sling is in place and is not | | |

|frayed. | | |

|11. Ensure the shoulder stop is not broken or | | |

|damaged. | | |

PREPARE AT-4 M136 LIGHT ANTI-ARMOR WEAPON FOR FIRING

| |Mastery |Non-Mastery |

|1. Remove the M136 from its carrying position and cradle it in the | | |

|left arm. | | |

|2. Keep the weapon pointed toward the target and keep the back | | |

|blast area clear. | | |

|3. With your right hand, pull and release the transport safety pin.| | |

|4. Unsnap, unfold, and hold the shoulder stop with the right hand. | | |

|5. Place the weapon on the right shoulder. | | |

|6. Stabilize the weapon with the right hand. | | |

|7. With the left hand, press down and open both sight boxes until | | |

|the sights pop up. | | |

|8. Stabilize weapon by grasping the sling near the launcher’s | | |

|muzzle with left hand. | | |

|9. Set the rear sight for the correct range. | | |

|10. Check the back-blast area. | | |

|11. Cock the launcher with thumb of right hand. | | |

|12. Grasp the carrying sling near the muzzle with the left hand and| | |

|pull back on the carrying sling until the shoulder stop is snug | | |

|against the shoulder. | | |

|13. Using the index and middle fingers of the right hand, press the| | |

|forward safety all the way to the left while you fire. | | |

DEMONSTRATE THE THREE FIRING POSITIONS

ASSUME A SITTING POSITION

| | | |

| |MASTERY |NON-MASTERY |

|1. Sit on the buttocks while facing the target. Spread the feet | | |

|a comfortable distance apart. | | |

|2. Lean forward and place the backs of your upper arms on your | | |

|knees, avoiding bone-to-bone contact. | | |

|3. Place the shoulder rest of the weapon in the pocket of the | | |

|shoulder. | | |

|4. Place the right hand on the firing mechanism. | | |

|5. Grasp the carrying sling near the muzzle with the left hand. | | |

|6. Keep the finger straight and off the trigger. | | |

|7. Aim in 2.5 to 3 inches behind the leaf sight. Align the leaf | | |

|sight with the front sight tip on the center of mass of the | | |

|target. | | |

THE STANDING POSITION

| |Mastery |Non-Mastery |

|1. Keeping weapon pointed downrange, grasp the sling near the | | |

|launcher’s muzzle with your left hand and shoulder stop with | | |

|your right hand. Raise the launcher above shoulder and rotate | | |

|shoulder under launcher. Place right hand on the trigger. | | |

|2. Place feet shoulder width apart, square to the target. | | |

|3. Move the left foot 15 to 24 inches forward, keeping your | | |

|hips level and your weight balanced on both feet. | | |

|4. Keep the elbows tucked in to your side. | | |

|5. Place the shoulder rest of the weapon in the pocket of the | | |

|shoulder. | | |

|6. To track a moving target, turn your body at the waist, not | | |

|with your legs. | | |

|7. Aim in 2.5 to 3 inches behind the leaf sight. Align the | | |

|leaf sight with the front sight tip on the center of mass of | | |

|the target. | | |

THE KNEELING POSITION

| | | |

| |Mastery |Non-Mastery |

|Kneel from the basic standing position onto your | | |

|right knee, keeping the left thigh parallel to the | | |

|ground. | | |

|Rotate your lower right leg 90 degrees to the left. | | |

|(Removes right foot from being exposed to | | |

|back-blast). | | |

|Keep right thigh and back perpendicular to the | | |

|ground. | | |

|Point left foot in direction of fire and tuck your | | |

|elbows tin to your sides. | | |

|Place the shoulder rest of the weapon in the pocket | | |

|of the shoulder. | | |

|Place right hand on the trigger. | | |

|Grasp the sling near the launcher’s muzzle with your | | |

|left hand. | | |

|Aim in 2.5 to 3 inches behind the leaf sight. Align | | |

|the leaf sight with the front sight tip on the center| | |

|of mass of the target. | | |

PERFORM MISFIRE PROCEDURES

| | | |

| |MASTERY |NON-MASTERY |

|1. Shout “misfire” as soon as the launcher fails to | | |

|fire. | | |

|2. Maintain the original sight picture. | | |

|3. Release the forward safety. | | |

|4. Re-cock the cocking lever by immediately removing| | |

|the right hand from the firing mechanism and push | | |

|the cocking lever forward with the heel of the right| | |

|hand until the lever locks with a loud clicking | | |

|noise. | | |

|5. Fully depress and hold down the forward safety, | | |

|and press the red trigger button. | | |

|6. If the launcher still fails to fire, release the | | |

|forward safety and return the cocking lever to the | | |

|SAFE position. | | |

|7. Take the launcher off of the shoulder, keeping | | |

|the muzzle pointed toward the target. | | |

ENGAGE TARGETS TO ACHIEVE THREE HITS OF SIX ROUNDS FIRED.

| |MASTERY |NON-MASTERY |

|1. Handle weapon safely. | | |

|2. Prepare the weapon for firing. | | |

|3. Firer prepares weapon and places on shoulder. He will not cock the | | |

|weapon. | | |

|4. Assistant looks through the barrel to verify no obstructions. He then | | |

|inspects primer of round and inserts round on bolt face. | | |

|5. The assistant then places bolt into the breech, presses in, and turns | | |

|the bolt clockwise to the ‘S’ position, then continues to arm the tracer | | |

|trainer by turning the bolt clockwise to the ‘F’ position. | | |

|6. The assistant will then tap the firer on the helmet and sound off | | |

|‘Ready’. | | |

|7. At this time the firer will cock the weapon. | | |

|8. Estimate range to target. | | |

|9. Respond to fire commands. | | |

Overall Evaluation: Mastery Non-Mastery

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