M16 Rifle Characteristics and Operation
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What is the rate of fire in semi-automatic mode?

  • 45-65 rpm (correct)
  • 10-15 rpm
  • 700-800 rpm
  • 150-200 rpm

    • What happens during the 'Unlocking' phase of the cycle of operation?

  • The empty cartridge is ejected from the chamber
  • The firing pin strikes the primer of the cartridge
  • The chamber is sealed with a new cartridge
  • The breach of the barrel is unsealed (correct)

    • Which step occurs immediately after the 'Firing' phase in the cycle of operation?

  • Extracting
  • Unlocking (correct)
  • Ejecting
  • Chambering

    • What is the purpose of the 'Cocking' phase in the cycle of operation?

    <p>To position the firing mechanism in cock position</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the muzzle velocity of the weapon?

    <p>3250 fps</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many notches on the winding drum equal 100 m of range adjustment?

    <p>35.71 notches</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the operating principle of the Rifle Cal. 5.56mm M16A1?

    <p>Gas operated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many cycles of operation does the Rifle Cal. 5.56mm M16A1 have?

    <p>8</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the gas operation in the Rifle Cal. 5.56mm M16A1?

    <p>To cycle the action</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the 8 cycles of operation in the Rifle Cal. 5.56mm M16A1?

    <p>It ensures the rifle is reliable and efficient</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the gas operation affect the rifle's performance?

    <p>It enables the rifle to cycle efficiently</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of the gas operation in the Rifle Cal. 5.56mm M16A1?

    <p>The rifle cycles efficiently</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step when the rifle is not cocked?

    <p>Proceed to the next step</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the left thumb when holding the balance of the stock?

    <p>To rest on the bolt catch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the caution related to the takedown pin?

    <p>It may come out free of the receiver</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when the bolt carrier is removed from the receiver?

    <p>The charging handle will fall from the receiver</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is the lower receiver group to be disassembled?

    <p>Only when absolutely necessary for maintenance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct position of the muzzle when working on the upper receiver group?

    <p>To the left</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Rifle Cal. 5.56mm M16A1 Characteristics

    • Air cooled, magazine fed, shoulder weapon, semi-automatic or automatic, gas operated

    Parts of the Rifle

    • Upper Receiver Group
    • Lower Receiver Group
    • Bolt Carrier Group

    General Data

    • Weight:
      • Rifle w/o magazine & sling: 6.5 lbs
      • Rifle w/ 20 rds magazine: 7.5 lbs
      • Rifle w/ 30 rds magazine: 7.9 lbs
      • Empty magazine (20 rds): 0.25 lbs
      • Empty magazine (30 rds): 0.31 lbs
    • Length:
      • Rifle w/ bayonet knife: 44.25 in
      • Rifle w/ flash suppressor: 39 in
      • Rifle w/o flash suppressor: 38 in
      • Barrel w/ flash suppressor: 21 in
      • Barrel w/o flash suppressor: 20 in

    Cycle of Operation

    • Firing: firing pin strikes the primer of the cartridge
    • Unlocking: unsealing the breach of the barrel
    • Extracting: removing the empty cartridge from the receiver
    • Ejecting: throwing out the empty cartridge from the chamber
    • Feeding: placing a cartridge into the receiver
    • Chambering: moving the cartridge from the magazine to the chamber
    • Locking: sealing the cartridge from the magazine to the chamber
    • Cocking: positioning the firing mechanism in cock position

    Bolt Carrier Group

    • Muzzle velocity: 3,250 fps
    • Cyclic rate of fire: 700-800 rpm
    • Maximum rate of fire:
      • Semi-automatic: 45-65 rpm
      • Automatic: 150-200 rpm
      • Sustained rate of fire: 10-15 rpm

    Ammunition

    • Cal: 5.56mm
    • Types:
      • Ball M193
      • Tracer M196
      • Blank M200

    Disassembly and Assembly

    • Clear the weapon
    • Point the selector lever to “SAFE” position
    • Remove the sling and place the rifle on a table
    • Turn the weapon on its right side and press on the takedown pin
    • Press the receiver pivot pin and separate the upper from the lower receiver group
    • Disassemble the bolt carrier group

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