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20 Cards in this Set
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what is the caliber of the m9 pistol?
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9×19mm (9mm NATO)
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describe order of the cycle of operations
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firing
unlocking extracting ejecting cocking feeding chambering locking |
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describe the system of operation
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short recoil system utilizing a falling locking block
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name the 2 modes of fire
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double and single action
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what mode of fire does the m9 utilize when the hammer is fully forward
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double action
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name the 3 safety features that are incorporated into the design
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decocking/safety lever, firing pin block and hammer half cock
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given a loaded m9 in double action mode amd the decocking/safety lever on fire, describe the actions that will occur when the trigger is pressed fully to the rear
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pressing the trigger will cock and release the hammer causing the weapon to fire
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given an m9 in single action mode and the decocking lever on fire, describe the actions that will occur when the trigger is pressed fully to the rear
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pressing the trigger will release the hammer causing the weapon to fire
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describe the proper procedure for decocking the m9
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with the trigger finger off the trigger, rotate the decocking lever to the down safety position
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what additional function does the extractor perform?
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loaded chamber indicator
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t or f. sight alignment is more important than the sight picture
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true
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t or f. what is the magazine type and capacity of the m9?
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staggered box 15 rounds
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what is the maximum effective range of the m9?
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50 meters
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what is the maximum range of the m9?
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1800 meters
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what types of sights are affixed to the m9?
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blade front sight and notched bar rear sight
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3 probable causes of failure to fire
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-decocking / safety lever on safe
-faulty ammunition -broken firing pin block lever |
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what are the immediate action procedures if the m9 pistol fails to fire with the slide forward?
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ensure decocking lever is in the fire position smack to seat the magazine rack the slide and attempt to fire the weapon
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When conducting preventative maintenance and performance checks on the m9 pistol barrel assembly, where should the operator closely check for cracks |
Locking block & locking lugs |
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When cleaning the magazine well areas of the m9 receiver, care must be taken to.....? |
Not dislodge the trigger bar spring |
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Describe in order the proper steps to "loading" the m9 pistol |
Clear weapon Insert mag Slide forward Decocking/safety lever to fire |