STP 21-1

Question 1

What does the acronym SPORTS stand for?

Answer 1

Slap, Pull, Observe, Release, Tap and shoot

Question 2

Describe the proper for applying immediate action with the M4A1 Carbine (sports)

Answer 2

SLAPS gently upward on the magazine to ensure it is fully seated, and the magazine follower is not jammed.
PULLS the charging handle fully to the rear
OBSERVES for the ejection of a live round or expended cartridge ( if weapon fails to eject a cartridge, perform remedial action.)
RELEASES the charging handle ( do not ride it forward)
TAPS the forward assist assembly to ensure bolt closure
SQUEEZES the trigger and tries to fire the rifle

Question 3

What is SPORTS ( remedial or immediate)

Answer 3

Immediate action

Question 4

What is immediate action?

Answer 4

Immediate action involves quickly applying a possible correction to reduce a stoppage without performing troubleshooting procedures to determine the actual case ( SPORTS)

Question 5

What is remedial action?

Answer 5

Remedial action is the continuing effort to determine the cause for a stoppage or malfunction and to try to clear the stoppage once it has been identified.

Question 6

Describe the proper procedures for applying remedial action with the M4

Answer 6

1. Try to place the weapon on safe
2. Remove the magazine
3. Lock the bolt to the rear
4. Place the weapon on safe if not already done

Question 7

What does CLP stand for?

Answer 7

Cleaner - dissolves firing residue
Lubricant - provides lubrication
Preservative - it prevents rust

Question 8

What is the maximum range of the M4A1 Carbine in Meters ( M )

Answer 8

Max effective range : 600 M ( area target )
500 ( point target )

Question 9

What is the first thing you should do with a weapon?

Answer 9

Clear it

Question 10

What are the four fundamentals of marksmanship

Answer 10

1. Steady position
2. Proper aim ( sight picture )
3. Breathing
4. Trigger squeeze

Question 11

What is the maximum range of the M249

Answer 11

3600 meters

Question 12

What is the maximum effective range of the m249 with TRIPOD AND T+E?

Answer 12

1000 meters

Question 13

What is the maximum range of the M249 against an area target for both tripod and bipod

Answer 13

Tripod 1000 meters
Bipod 800 meters

Question 14

What is the maximum range of the m249 against a POINT TARGET for both tripod and bipod?

Answer 14

Tripod 800
Bipod 600

Question 15

What does S.A.W stand for?

Answer 15

Squad automatic weapon