M9 Flashcards
What is the caliber of the M9
9X19 9 mm NATO
What is the correct desperation of the M9 pistol?
Magazine fed, semi automatic, recoil operated, double action pistol
What is the M9s system of operation?
Short recoil system utilizing a falling locking block
What two modes of fire does the M9 have?
Single and double action
What mode of fire is the M9 in when the hammer is fully forward?
Double action
What three safety features are incorporated in the design of the M9?
Decocking safety lever, firing pin block, hammer half cock
With a loaded M9 pistol is double action mode and the safety lever on fire, which of the following actions will occur when the trigger is pressed fully to the rear?
Pressing the trigger will realize the hammer causing the weapon to fire
With a loaded M9 pistol is single action mode and the safety lever on fire, which of the following actions will occur when the trigger is pressed fully to the rear?
Pressing the trigger will realize the hammer causing the weapon to fire
What is the proper procedure for decoding the M9?
Finger off the trigger out weapon on safe
What additional function does the extractor perform?
Loaded chamber indicator
When aiming where is the aiming point on a human target?
Vital area
How are the magazine and pouch positioned to promote smooth and raid reloading of the weapon
Opposite side of the holster directly in line with and below the shoulder with the bottom of the mag up and bullets facing forward.
What type of locking system is on the M9 pistol?
Falling locking block
What is the magazine capacity of the M9 pistol?
15 rounds staggered box
What is the maximum effective range of the M9?
50 m
What is the maximum range of the M9?
1800 m
What are the immediate action procedures if the M9 pistol fails to fire with the slide forward?
Ensure weapon is on fire, smack the seat of the magazine, rack the slide, and attempt to fire.
If immediate action fails to return the M9 to operation, what remedial action procedures should be accomplished first?
Lock and slide to rear, clear weapon, and attempt, reload
When conducting preventative maintenance and performance checks on the M9 where should you look closely for cracks?
Locking block
You must focus your aiming eye on what to deliver accurate fire with the M9?
Front sight
What safety feature blocks movement of the firing pin until the trigger is pulled?
Firing pin block
When assuming an over barricade position with M9 what should the operator rest and on the barricade?
Forearms and heels of hands
The technique used during 10m/yards or in which the shooter looks through the rear sight and places the top of the front sight in vital area and presses the trigger without establishing perfect sight alignment is called?
Flash slight picture
What is the length of the M9 pistol?
8.54
