M9 Flashcards
What is the caliber of the m9
9mm
What is the correct description of the m9
Magazine fed, semi automatic, recoil operated, double action pistol
What is the m9 pistols system of operation
Short recoil system utilizing a falling locking block
What two modes of fire does the m9 pistol incorporate
Double and single action
What mode of fire is the m9 in when the hammer is fully forward
Double action
What 3 safety features are incorporated in the design on the m9?
Decocking/safety lever, firing pin block and hammer half cock
With a loaded m9 in single action mode and the decoking/safety lever on fire, which of the following actions will occur when the trigger is pressed fully to the rear
Pressing the trigger will release the trigger causing the weapon to fire
With a loaded m9 in single action mode and the decoking/safety lever on fire, which of the following actions will occur when the trigger is pressed fully to the rear?
Pressing the trigger will release the hammer causing the weapon to fire
What is the proper procedure for decoking the m9 pistol?
With the trigger finger off the trigger, rotate the decoking/safety lever to the down safe position
What additional function does the extractor perform?
Loaded chamber indicator
When aiming where is the aiming point on a human target
Center mass
How are the magazines and pouch positioned to promote smooth and rapid reloading of the weapon
Pouch located on the opposite side of the hip of the holster, directly in the line with the below the shoulder with the bottom of the magazine up and the billers facing forward
What type of locking system is on the m9?
Falling locking block
What is the magazine capacity of the m9
15 standard rounds magazines
Maximum effective range of the m9
50 meters
Maximum range of the m9
1800 meters
Type of sights on m9
Front and rear sights
Which m9 part can be changed to accommodate either left or right handed operators?
Magazine release bolt
What is the most probable cause of failure to fire when firing the m9
Decoking safety lever, faulty ammo and broken firing pin block lever
What are the immediate actions procedures if the M9 fails to fire with the slide forward?
Ensure decoking/safety lever is on FIRE position, smack the seat of the magazine, rack slide and attempt to fire
If immediate actions fail to return the m9 operational, what remedial action procedures should be accomplished first?
Lock slide to the rear, clear weapon, attempt to reload
When conducting preventive Maintaince and performance checks on the m9, where should the operator closely check for cracks
Locking block
On what must the operator focus his/her aiming eye on 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 the m9, what should the operator rest on the barricade
Firearms or heels of hands
The technique used during 10m/ uds or in which the shooter looks through the rear sight and places the top of the front sight on vital area and presses trigger without establishing perfect sight alignment is called
Flash sight picture
Length of m9
8.54 in
Width of m9
1.5 in
Height of m9
5.51 in
M9 weight with mag
40.89 ounces
Barrel length m9
4.92 in
Muzzle velocity m9
1230 FPS
Bore brush cleans the
Bore
When cleaning the receiver care must be taken to
Not dislodge the trigger bar spring
What lubricants aré authorized for use on the m9 when the temperature is -10 farheights
CLP OR LSA
Front sight post on the M4 can adjust what
Elevation
What is a point target
Person
What is an area target
More than one individual, vehicles or home
How can u tell if your m9 is loaded
Extractor claw
