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3P051 (Volume #)
Weapons and Radios
95
05/28/2011

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Term
Range Cards are a record of what?
Definition
firing data
Term
How many range cards are prepared for each position?
Definition
two
Term
What does the acronym TRP stand for?
Definition
target reference point
Term
When would you fire into your secondary sector of fire?
Definition
When ordered to fire there
Term
How many sectors of fire are included in a range card?
Definition
Two
Term
The final protective line is the line that
Definition
shoots grazing fire across your sector front
Term
What are target reference points?
Definition
Natural or manmade features used to quickly locate targets.
Term
What are target reference points (TRP) used for?
Definition
Controls direct-fire weapons but may be used for indirect fire weapons
Term
The information included in the marginal data section of the range card is position #, weapon,
Definition
unit, call sign/date, meteres each circle represents, sensor ID numbers
Term
Where would you sketch in magnetic north data on your range card?
Definition
marginal data section
Term
How is the final protective line (FPL) sketched in on your sector?
Definition
Thick dark line out to your weapon grazing fire distance and capping the top with an arrow.
Term
How is dad space determined on the final protective line (FPL)?
Definition
Having your buddy walk the FPL
Term
The secondary sector of fire is shown on the range card by using
Definition
broken or dashed line on the boundary
Term
How many operating positions does the M4 stock have?
Definition
3
Term
What is the function of the forward assist?
Definition
Lock the bolt forward during immediate action procedure
Term
What does the acronym SPORTS stand for?
Definition
slap, pull, observe, release, tap, and squeeze
Term
The primary purpose of preventative maintenance is to keep weapons
Definition
clean and dry and lubricated
Term
What is the standard round used with the M4 rifle?
Definition
M855 Ball
Term
What type of ammunition, used in the M4 carbine, had no primer?
Definition
M199 Dummy
Term
Which cartridge, used in the M4 carbine, has no projectile?
Definition
M200
Term
How many meteres is the maximum range for the M9 pistol?
Definition
1,800
Term
the front and rear sights for the M9 pistol are
a. elevated
b. fixed
c. adjustable
d. calibrated
Definition
fixed
Term
On the M9 pistol, the dual purpose of the extractor/loaded round chamber indicator is case extractor and
Definition
loaded chamber indicator
Term
What ball is the standard cartridge used with the M9?
Definition
M882
Term
M882 ammunition is used against what type of target?
Definition
personnel
Term
What type of ammunition does the M203 fire?
Definition
40mm low velocity
Term
How many meters is the maximum effective range for a point target (M203)?
Definition
150
Term
How many meters is the kill radius for high explosive rounds?
Definition
5
Term
Under what conditions would you use MK19 ammunition in the M203?
Definition
Under no circumstances
Term
What type of M249 ammunition is used for dry firing exercises?
Definition
M199 Dummy
Term
How many meters is th M249 maximum effective range for an area target?
Definition
800
Term
In meteres, what is the maximum effective range of the M240B for a point target with tripod?
Definition
800
Term
In meters, what is the maximum effective range of the M870 shotgun using "00" buck shot round?
Definition
68
Term
When employed in a physical security role the M870 is effective because
Definition
it can be used around sensitive resources such as fuels, aircraft, and equipment.
Term
How are disgnated marksman employed?
Definition
individually or as a pair
Term
some optimal employment capabilities of close precision engagement (CPE) marksmen and sharpshoot teams are
Definition
response, overwatch, screening, and reconnaissance
Term
The minimum and maximum grade authorized before being considered for sharpshooter is
Definition
SrA-MSgt
Term
The M24 is effective against point targets out to how many meters?
Definition
800
Term
What are the three common characteristics hand grenades share?
Definition
short employment range, small casualty radius, and delay element permits safe throwing
Term
How many meters is the kill radius for hand grenades?
Definition
5
Term
How many meters is the average person capable of throwing a hand grenade?
Definition
40
Term
The hand grenade safety clip prevents the safety lever from
Definition
springing loose if the safety pin assembly is accidentally removed
Term
How can the M72 LAW be employed and fired?
Definition
shoulder, standing, sitting, prone position, and kneeling
Term
Which statement best describes the M72 LAW?
Definition
requires little from the user other than a visual inspection and some maintenance
Term
If the trigger-arming handle fails to stay in the ARM postion, check
Definition
to see if the launcher is fully extended
Term
If a misfire occurs, how many seconds do you wait before removing the launcher from your shoulder?
Definition
10
Term
The sights of the AT4 resembler sights of what other weapon?
Definition
M-16 rifle
Term
If you decide not to fire M136 AT4 what must you do immediately?
Definition
De-cock the launcher
Term
The Claymore mine is used primarily as a/an
Definition
defensive weapon
Term
When the claymore is employed in an uncontrolled role it is considered a
Definition
mine or booby trap
Term
The two detonator wells located on the top of the Claymore allow for
Definition
single or dual priming
Term
How is the Claymore employed when used as part of the base defense obstacle plan?
Definition
stop, delay, and disrupt enemy attacks
Term
For effective coverage of the entire front of a position, place mines in a line no cloer than 5 meters and no farther apart than.
Definition
45 meters
Term
The final step in laying a mine is to turn legs rearward and then downward and spread each pair of legs at a
Definition
45 degree angle
Term
When aiming mines with slit-type peep sight and knife-edge sight, how many inches to the rear of the sight do you position your eye?
Definition
6
Term
Where should the Claymore firing position be located?
Definition
BDOC and open position
Term
After proling firing, the barrel of the MK19 will
Definition
not overheat
Term
How many calendar days can the QFEBJ sustain operations before requiring resupply?
Definition
5
Term
The MK19 is most effectively employed as a
Definition
mobile suppressive fire platform covering a specific zone.
Term
The MK19 has little effect on which type of targets?
Definition
Main battle tanks
Term
The MK19 is capable of producing controlled and accurate fire for
Definition
point and area targets
Term
The M2 is a very effective, versatile weapon that is
Definition
belt fed, recoil operated, and air cooled.
Term
what is the maximum number of meters for the M2 50-caliber machine gun?
Definition
6,764
Term
The M2 is most effectively employed when
Definition
on a mobile platform
Term
What factors influence employment actions of the M2?
Definition
Mission, terrain, target engagement, and rules of engagement
Term
Grazing fire occurs when the projectile does not rise more than how many meters above the ground?
Definition
one
Term
Leaders shoudl position weapons where they
Definition
protect, avoid detection, and surprise enemy with lethal fire.
Term
When the primary threat is from dismounted infantry, the squad leader shoudl position weapons
Definition
on the most likely dismounted avenue of approach first
Term
Areas that cannon be coverd by fire from a given position because of obstacle are called
Definition
dead space
Term
Leaders select fixed positions that provide the MK19 team the opportunity to
Definition
dismount and utilize the accuracy of the T&E mechanism.
Term
The first step in connecting the line to the TA-312 is
Definition
strip away 1 inch of insulation from the ends of the two wires
Term
To operate the TA-312/PT in the LB mode you must
Definition
place the INT/EXT switch to INT position
Term
When operating the SB-22, the operator uses the generator hand wheel to
Definition
signal the called party when calls are extended
Term
After you located a grounding site and dig your hole, drive the grounding rod in until the
Definition
top of the rod is about 3 inches above the bottom of the hole
Term
When shoudl hard wire lines be inspected?
Definition
Before installation and daily when installed
Term
When confronted with a culvert obstacel while running field wire, the wire
Definition
should be passed through a culvert if possible
Term
What is a hot loop?
Definition
Continuous line connected to every phone and switchboard
Term
Why should you recover field wire afer an operation?
Definition
So that the enemy can't use it or interfere with other operations
Term
After the conductors have been cut, how many inches should they be staggered when splicing field wire?
Definition
6
Term
Which channel on the analog/portable radio communication (AN/PRC) 139 is reserved for priority use?
Definition
1
Term
To remove the antenna from the receiver on an analog/portable radio communication (AN/PRC) 139, you must
Definition
turn the antenna counterclockwise
Term
During initial power-up how many seconds will the frequency fill device execute a display segment?
Definition
1
Term
What is the RX IF bandwidth programmable for?
Definition
136-174 MHz and 403-470 MHz receiver
Term
Which statement is a step in base-station installation?
a. finding a good grounding location
b. inspecting the strap assembly
c. installing the power supply
d. setting up the operations tent
Definition
Installing the pwer supply
Term
When installing the power supply, select a flat surface
Definition
6 feet from the base station
Term
Where is the guard receiver-transmitter installed in the base station?
Definition
right side
Term
When is the programming cable used with the base station?
Definition
For external programming of the portable radio communicatin (PRC) 139.
Term
What is one of the causes for failure of the push-to talk (PTT) button on the portable radion communicatin (PRC) 139?
Definition
Dirt
Term
What has the tendency to cause rusting and malfunctions in radios?
Definition
Submersion in 6 inches of water
Term
What is the first step in erecting the antenna mast?
Definition
selecting an unobstructed site
Term
How many personnel are required to erect the assembled antenna mast?
Definition
2
Term
One of the elements of signal operating instructions (SOI) is
Definition
complete supplemental instructions
Term
Signal operating instructions (SOI) will allow base defense forces to ensure that communications are
Definition
speedy and simplistic
Term
Which of the concepts listed is necessary for effective communications?
Definition
Brevity codes
Term
One of the three rules to remember when using the authentication sheet is to
Definition
remember that the first three letters you pass or receive must be set letters.