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18 Cards in this Set
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What is the sustained rate of fire of the M240 machine gun? |
100 rounds per minute |
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What is defined as a failure of the gun to function properly? |
Malfunction |
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What is the max effective range of the M240? |
1800 meters |
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How many basic steps is the cycle of functioning broken down into for the M240. |
8 steps |
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What is the interruption in fuctioning with M240 caused by faulty action or defective ammo? |
Stopage |
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Whats the tip color of a armor piercing bullet (61) bullet? |
Black |
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What is the rapid fire rate of the M240? |
200 rounds per minute |
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What is the basic ammo allowance per M240? |
400 rounds |
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What color is the tip of a tracer round (M62) bullet? |
Orange |
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What is refered when the M240 continues to fire after the trigger has been released? |
Runaway Gun |
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Define a Hang Fire. |
When the cartdidge primer detonates after being struck but a delay of firing of the projectile occurs. |
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Approximately how many pounds does the M240 ammo boxes weight? |
16 lbs |
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How many consecutive days after fire must the M240 be cleaned? |
3 days |
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What is the total weight of the M240 system? |
45.6 lbs |
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What is the muzzle velocity of the M240? |
2800 fps |
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Define cocking of the M240? |
Process of placing parts in position to fire the next round. |
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What is the max range of the M240? |
3725 meters |
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What occurs when the heat of the barrel is hot enough to cause the powder to ignite without stricking the primer? |
Cook Off |
