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14 Cards in this Set
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What training circular covers the M4-series carbine? |
TC 3-22.9 |
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What are some characteristics of the M4-series carbine? |
-Lightweight -magazine-fed -gas operated -air-cooled -shoulder-fired |
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The M4 consists of two major components: |
-the upper receiver -the lower receiver |
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What parts make up the upper receiver—the barrel assembly? |
-Barrel -Flash hider -Sling swivel -Front sight assembly -Adapter rail system -Slip ring -Ejection port and cover -Forward assist assembly |
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What makes up the lower receiver?- |
-trigger assembly -bolt catch -rifle grip -Magazine catch assembly -buttstock assembly -action spring -Lower receiver extension |
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What is the caliber of the M4? |
5.56mm |
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What is the weight of the M4/ with sling and loaded magazine? |
7.75lbs/8.63lbs |
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What is the length of the M4? |
-Buttstock closed: 29.75 inches -Buttstock Open: 33 inches |
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What is the muzzle velocity on the M4 |
2,970ft per sec |
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What is the maximum effective rate of fire on the M4? |
-Semi – 45 rpm -Burst – 90 rpm |
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What is the maximum range of the M4? |
3600 meters |
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What term is used for the mechanical process a weapon follows during operation? |
Cycle of function |
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In order, what are the cycle of function phases for the M4? |
-Feeding -chambering -Locking -Firing -Unlocking -Extracting -Ejecting -Cocking |
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What are two types of weapons that can be physically attached to the M4-series rifles? |
-Grenade launchers -shot guns |
