Rifle Fire and Snap Shooting Techniques

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Questions and Answers

Which action is required if there is a dirty chamber?

Load a fresh round

Clean the chamber (correct)

Replace the working parts

Get the parts inspected by an armourer

What should be done if the magazine is damaged?

Tap the magazine

Replace the magazine (correct)

Clean the magazine

Load fresh rounds

What should be done if the firing pin is broken or worn out?

Load fresh rounds

Clean the working parts

Inspect the gas hole

Get inspected by an armourer (correct)

If the recoil spring is weak, what is the recommended action?

Get parts inspected by an armourer Signup and view all the answers

How is zeroing defined?

Testing and adjusting the sights to ensure proper bullet strike Signup and view all the answers

What is referred to as a 'group' in shooting terminology?

A pattern formed by consecutive shots at the same target Signup and view all the answers

What is the first component to be inspected when checking the gun?

Receiver Signup and view all the answers

If the gas hole is dirty, what should be done?

Clean the gas hole Signup and view all the answers

What must be done if the extractor is damaged or weak?

Inspect by an armourer Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the gun should be inspected after firing 5000 rounds?

Barrel Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if any parts inspected are found to be damaged?

Replace or get repaired the parts Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct order of the cycle of operation for a gun?

Cocking, Feeding, Chambering, Locking Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following must be checked for damage in the bipod/mount inspection?

Any damage Signup and view all the answers

Which component is checked after inspecting the receiver and barrel?

Belt Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT included in the sequence of examination of the gun?

Check for external scratches Signup and view all the answers

Which position is primarily used for firing downhill or at moving targets at short ranges?

Sitting position Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct way to adopt the kneeling position for firing?

Kneel on your right knee, sit on your right heel, and rest your left forearm behind your left knee. Signup and view all the answers

Which process comes immediately after the locking stage in the cycle of operation?

Unlocking Signup and view all the answers

What action should you take before firing from a standing position?

Balance your rifle up with the butt in front of your thigh. Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended posture when firing while in the kneeling position?

Slide your left elbow forward or rest it behind your knee cap. Signup and view all the answers

When engaging moving targets, which type of target is considered fast?

A vehicle. Signup and view all the answers

Which is NOT a characteristic of the standing position when firing?

Involves resting the rifle against your knee. Signup and view all the answers

For the sitting position, how should your legs be arranged?

Crossed or apart, with feet comfortable. Signup and view all the answers

What is the first action to take when preparing to fire in the kneeling position?

Sit down on your right heel. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of airmen during loading and firing procedures?

To load and fire maximum rounds efficiently while maintaining accuracy. Signup and view all the answers

What position should the Detachment Commander occupy during the loading and firing process?

In a location where he can effectively see the target. Signup and view all the answers

What is the first action taken by Number 1 in the event of a misfire?

Shake the yoke with both hands. Signup and view all the answers

What should Number 2 do with the bomb before firing according to the sequence of firing?

Slip the bomb in the barrel to ensure two rotating bands are visible. Signup and view all the answers

How should Number 1 report once the bomb leaves the muzzle?

Report 'Fire' after the bomb is launched. Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'misfire' refer to in this context?

When the bomb fails to fire upon loading. Signup and view all the answers

What is the second action taken after reporting a misfire?

The detachment commander orders to unload the misfire. Signup and view all the answers

What must Number 2 do after receiving the command to fire?

Release the bomb and pull hands towards the base plate. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do immediately if the rifle does not fire when the trigger is pressed?

Grip the cocking handle, pull it slightly back, and let it go. Signup and view all the answers

During snap shooting, what is the minimum action required when a target appears?

Aim quickly and fire at least two shots. Signup and view all the answers

What action should be taken when the command 'RAPID' is given?

Put the safety catch to ‘E’ and prepare to fire. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do after stopping firing in a rapid firing scenario?

Immediately start counting rounds. Signup and view all the answers

How should you aim when an enemy moves across your front during snap shooting?

Aim just in front of them while moving the rifle. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of pulling back the cocking handle during rapid firing?

To cool the rifle and remove the hot round. Signup and view all the answers

What should be your rate of fire during training when firing at a slow rate?

Roughly 5 rounds per minute. Signup and view all the answers

When changing the magazine during a firing drill, what should you do first on the command stop?

Lower your rifle and put the safety catch to 'S'. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

### Rifle Fire

During training, memorize your aim, picture the rifle firing, and declare whether it was a correct shot, high, right or left.
Lower the rifle after firing.
Continue firing at a rate of 5 rounds a minute.
Count the rounds left in the magazine after each round.
On the command "stop", lower your rifle, put the safety catch on "S" and if necessary change the magazine.
On the command, "Go on" push the safety catch to "E" and continue firing. When the magazine is empty, change it, cock the rifle, and continue firing.
If the rifle does not fire when you press the trigger, immediately pull the cocking handle slightly back and release it quickly. Then re-aim and press the trigger again.
For a misfire, do not pull the cocking handle more than halfway back as this can make the stoppage worse.

Snap Shooting

On the command "Watch and Shoot", push the safety catch to "E" and watch the target area.
When a target appears, aim quickly and fire at least two quick shots.
When an enemy falls or goes to cover, stop firing and get ready to fire again.
If an enemy moves across your front, aim just in front of them, keep your aim by moving your rifle and continue to fire quickly until they fall.
On the command "Stop" use the drills for counting rounds, changing magazines, and immediate action, like deliberate fire.

Rapid Fire

Rapid fire is similar to snap shooting, except you may fire more rounds and can fire 20 or more accurate shots in a minute with practice.
On the command "Rapid" push the safety catch to "E" and watch the target area.
On the command "Fire" fire as quickly as you can accurately, switching to fresh targets as your enemy falls.
Continue firing until there are no more enemies to fire at.
On the command "Stop" use the drills for counting rounds, changing magazines, and immediate action, like deliberate fire.
To let the rifle cool off during rapid firing, pull back the cocking handle and engage it in the slot. This will remove the round from the hot chamber and allow air to pass through the bore and the chamber.

Kneeling position

Kneel on your right knee, keeping it well out to the right, and sit on your right heel.
Rest your left forearm behind your left knee and the butt on your right thigh.
To fire, slide your left elbow forward to rest in front of or behind your left knee cap, bring the butt up to your shoulder, aim and fire.

Sitting Position

The sitting position is useful for firing downhill or at moving targets at nearby ranges.
Sit with your legs crossed or apart, and put your feet in a comfortable position. Hold the rifle as you would in the kneeling position.
To fire, rest your elbows behind, in front of, or just inside your knees. Bring the butt up to your shoulder, aim and fire.

Standing Position

The standing position is used mainly for firing quick shots when moving forward in an attack or on patrol, or firing over a high cover.
Face the target, turn half right, balance your rifle up, and place the butt just in front of your thigh (loading position).
To fire, lean forward a little, bring the butt up to your shoulder, sliding your left hand as far forward as you can along the hand guard. Pull the rifle hard back into your shoulder.
Aim and fire as quickly as you can.

Firing at Moving Targets

There are two main types of moving targets: fast moving targets, like vehicles, and slow moving targets, such as troops.
When engaging moving targets, keep the following points in mind:

Cleaning and Inspecting Weapons

Daily inspection of weapons is vital for proper condition and cleanliness.
Inspections should be done in the following sequence:

Receiver

Check for carbon deposits in the barrel guide, nozzle and booster.
Ensure the booster lock is working properly.
Verify the front sight and back sight are not damaged and the slider function properly.
Inspect for any damage or dents on the housing.
Confirm the barrel plunger and barrel catch are functioning.

Barrel

Ensure the chamber and barrel are clean.
Inspect the barrel for any cut, bulge, or rust.
Have the barrel inspected by the armourer after it has fired 5,000 rounds.
Check for damage on the barrel, muzzle, and locking piece.

Belt

Ensure all parts are clean.

Feed Mechanism

Verify all working parts are functioning correctly.
Inspect the pressure plate for damage.

Pistol Grip

Check the trigger mechanism.

Cocking Slide

Inspect the slide hook and catch for damage.

Bipod/Mount

Check for any damage.

Butt

Check for any damage.
Replace or have repaired any parts that are damaged or defective.

Mechanism of the MG 1A3

It is essential to understand the internal workings of the MG1A3 (machine gun) to be able to troubleshoot and fix errors.
The cycle of operation is divided into eight main parts:

Cocking

Feeding

Chambering

Locking

Firing

Unlocking

Extracting

Ejecting

MG1A3 Troubleshooting

Here is troubleshooting information for the 8 main parts of the MG1A3:

Cocking

Cocking Handle - Inspect handle, and ensure it is oiled.
Hammer or Sear Lug - If damaged, have the parts replaced by the armourer.
Feed - Inspect and replace defective parts by the armourer, and ensure the magazine is correctly fitted.

Feeding

Damaged Magazine - Replace the magazine
Improperly Fitted Magazine - Tap the magazine to ensure proper fitting.
Damaged Feed Piece - Replace the working parts.
Weak Counter Recoil - Get the parts inspected by the armourer.
Dirty Chamber - Clean the chamber.
Defective Round - Load a fresh round.
Weak Recoil Spring - Get the part inspected by the armourer.

Chambering

Dirty Chamber - Clean the chamber.
Defective Round - Load a fresh round.

Locking

Dirty Chamber - Clean the chamber.
Defective Locking Lugs - Get inspected by the armourer for replacement of the defective parts.
Weak Recoil Spring - Arrange replacement.

Firing

Defective Round - Load a fresh round.
Broken or Worn Out Firing Pin - Get inspected by the armourer.
Weak Hammer Spring - Get inspected by the armourer.

Unlocking

Dirty Gas Hole - Clean the gas hole.
Dirty Working Parts - Clean the working parts.

Extracting

Damaged Cartridge Base - Load a fresh round.
Damaged or Weak Extractor - Get inspected by the armourer.

Ejecting

Broken or Damaged Ejector - Get inspected by the armourer.

### Zeroing

Zeroing is the process of testing and adjusting the sights so that when a bullet is fired, it hits the target at the intended point.
A group is a pattern formed by multiple shots fired at a target with the same hold and aim.

Mortar Loading and Firing

Mortar teams need to load and fire the maximum number of rounds in the shortest possible time while maintaining accuracy.
Mortar teams also need to be familiar with the misfire drill, so they can quickly remove a misfired round.

Loading and Firing Action Sequence:

Detachment Commander:
- Places the ammunition container near Number 2.
- Positions himself where he can see the target.
- Gives out the orders, like "Mortar target, tree, right 30, Clock line of bushes, HE Charge 2, deflection zero, elevation 6, fire."
Number 1:
- Acknowledges the orders.
- Applies deflection and elevation on the sight.
Number 2:
- Repeats the charge to be applied.
- Prepares the bomb accordingly.

Firing Sequence

After aiming the mortar, Number 1 shouts "Ready".
Number 2 holds the bomb with their forefinger and thumb so the rotating bands can be seen.
Number 1 checks the charge and says "Correct Report".
Number 2 slides the bomb into the barrel, until the two rotating bands are visible.
On the command "Fire", Number 2 releases the bomb and immediately takes their hands back to the base plate.
Number 1 reports "Fire", as the bomb leaves the muzzle.

Misfire Procedure

If the bomb does not fire after loading, it is considered a misfire.
Number 1 shakes the yoke with both hands. If the bomb fires, Number 1 reports "Fire".
If the bomb does not fire after shaking the yoke, Number 1 reports "Misfire". The detachment commander orders "Unload Misfire".

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This quiz covers essential rifle fire practices and snap shooting techniques. Participants will learn how to effectively aim, fire, and manage their rifle during training exercises. Mastering these skills is crucial for improving shooting accuracy and handling misfires properly.