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