The M4 Carbine

Weight Carbine, M4/M4A1, without magazine and sling Rifle, M16A2, without magazine and sling Sling, ... M16A2, with sling and loaded magazine Bayonet-knife M7 Scabbard M10 Length Carbine with compensator, buttstock extended Carbine with ...

Author: Chris McNab

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

ISBN: 9781472842251

Category: History

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The M4 carbine has become one of the defining military firearms of the late 20th and early 21st centuries. Developed as a fusion of the XM177E2 Colt Commando and the M16A2 assault rifle, the M4 offered a more convenient battlefield firearm than the full-length M16 variants, and the US Army adopted it as the standard infantry weapon in the 1990s. Today, military and law-enforcement personnel of more than 60 countries have adopted either the M4 or the M4A1 variant, both of which have been tested and proven in major combat operations worldwide. This study describes the development process in detail, from production of the first XM4 prototypes in 1984 through numerous modified types until it emerged into official use as the M4 in 1994. The M4 offered a weapon that was 1lb lighter and 6in shorter than the standard M16A2, yet could still deliver precision semi-auto and full-auto firepower up to an effective range of 500m. Over time, its capabilities have been enhanced by the M4A1 modifications plus an extensive range of tactical accessories, including optical day/night sights, laser/infrared designators, under-barrel grenade launchers and shotgun modules, foregrips, furniture options, mounting rails, and sound suppressors. Numerous M4/M4A1 combat operations are investigated to reveal why the weapon has received such high levels of approval by front-line combat troops, not only in Afghanistan and Iraq, where the M4/M4A1 has been intensively combat-tested, but also in contexts such as Colombia, India, Israel, and the Philippines. Profusely illustrated with photographs and artworks, and drawing its research from the latest declassified documents, this is a complete guide to one of the most important and widely distributed tactical infantry weapons of the last quarter-century.
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Weapons of the Modern Marines

The M4 carbine and the M16A4 rifle can fire either semiautomatic or three - round - burst mode via a selector switch . The M4A1 carbine , also referred to as the closequarter battle weapon ( CQBW ) , has a different trigger mechanism ...

Author: Michael Green

Publisher:

ISBN: 1610607767

Category: History

Page: 132

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The Marine Corps has granted Michael Green and photographer Greg Stewart all-access approval to its bases for collecting historical and current background information and for photographing the weapons, tactical gear, techniques and support elements of the Modem U.S. Marines. The latest installment of the Battle Gear series, "Weapons of the Modern Marines covers individual weapons, machine guns and sniper rifles, antitank weapons and mines, antiaircraft weapons, armored fighting vehicles, artillery and aviation, including aircraft, ground-to-air and air-to-air weaponry.
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Rifle Marksmanship

A Guide to M16- and M4-Series Weapons Department of the Army. 9-1005-249-10. M4-SERIES. CARBINE. 2-2. The M4-series carbine consists of the M4, the M4A1, and the M4 modular weapon system (MWS) (Figures 2-1 and 2-2) and features several ...

Author: Department of the Army

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

ISBN: 9781510728462

Category: Sports & Recreation

Page: 581

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Rifle Marksmanship is the newly revised, official guide to planning and executing training on the M16-series rifles (M16A1, M16A2, M16A3, and M16A4) and M4 carbine. This handbook is developed by the US Army for commanders, leaders, and instructors to help create training programs and materials for soldiers to complete the United States Army rifle marksmanship program. It offers a comprehensive guide to the specifics and capabilities of each weapon and an introduction to the fundamentals of marksmanship, followed by complete guidance through each of the five stages of rifle marksmanship training. Topics covered include: Weapon Characteristics, Accessories, and Ammunition Range Safety and Risk Management Preliminary Marksmanship and Mechanical Training Advanced Optics, Lasers, and Iron Sights 10-Meter Target Offsets and 25-Meter Zero Offsets Training Aids, Devices, and Scorecards Replete with information and training materials for learners and instructors, this handbook provides the guidance for all shooters, whether in combat or in hunting and recreation, to operate their rifles with deadly proficiency.
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M4 Carbine

Used predominantly by US forces, and by many special forces around the world, this book provides an illustrated history of its design, development and operational history, including its use in Afghanistan and Iraq.

Author: Eric M

Publisher: Casemate Publishers

ISBN: 2352500982

Category: History

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The M4 Carbine and its variants fire 5.56 x 45mm NATO ammunition and are gas-operated, air-cooled, magazine-fed, selective fire firearms with a 4-position telescoping stock. The M4 can trace its lineage back to earlier carbine versions of the M16, all based on the original AR-15 made by ArmaLite. It is a shorter and lighter version of the M16A2 assault rifle, with selective fire options including semi-automatic and three-round burst. Used predominantly by US forces, and by many special forces around the world, this book provides an illustrated history of its design, development and operational history, including its use in Afghanistan and Iraq.
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Become a Rifle Expert Master Your Marksmanship With US Army Rifle Sniper Handbooks

Sniper & Counter Sniper Techniques; M16A1, M16A2/3, M16A4 & M4 Carbine; Combat Fire Methods, Night Fire Training, Moving Target Engagement, Short-Range Marksmanship Training, Field Techniques... U.S. Department of Defense.

Author: U.S. Department of Defense

Publisher: e-artnow

ISBN: 9788026876052

Category: Technology & Engineering

Page: 399

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This unique e-book collection is comprised of the best U.S. military rifle & sniper handbooks. It provides guidance for the training on different types of rifles (M 24 Sniper Weapon System, M16A1, M16A2/3, M16A4 & M4 Carbine) and all other necessary information needed to become an exceptional rifleman. Get to know characteristics of diverse weapons, ammunition and accessories, master the rifle marksmanship and ballistics, develop field skills and mission planning abilities. Content: Rifle Marksmanship: Introduction and Training Strategy Characteristics, Ammunitions, and Accessories Troubleshooting and Destruction Preliminary Rifle Instructions Downrange Feedback Field Fire Advanced Rifle Marksmanship Advanced Optics, Lasers, and Iron Sight Training Aids and Services Scorecard Laser Marksmanship Training System Range Safety and Risk Management Ranges Procedures and Range Operation Checklist Action, Conditions, and Standards 10 – Metter Target Offset and 25 – Metter Zero Offsets Night Fighting Sniper Training: Equipment Marksmanship Field Techniques Mission Preparation Operations Communications Tracking/Countertracking Sniper Sustainment Training Sniper Weapons of the World M21 Sniper Weapon System Counter Sniper Guide: Ammunition Rifles Sights Noise and Muzzle Flash General Notes Trajectory of 222 Cartridge Description of Epoxy Impregnation of Stock Firing Positions Typical Countersniper Situations Suitable Countersniping Equipment
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Infantry

The dual path approach consists of the continuous improvement program for the M4 carbine , paired with a full and open carbine competition . According to COL Douglas Tamilio , PM Soldier Weapons ...

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ISBN: NWU:35556037522877

Category: Infantry

Page: 232

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Colt

M4 Carbine The family tree of the M16 assault rifle also includes the M4 carbine series that emerged more than three decades after the original rifle was designed. Although the short-barreled Colt Commando XM177 variant of the CAR-15 ...

Author: Michael E. Haskew

Publisher: Amber Books Ltd

ISBN: 9781782743040

Category: Antiques & Collectibles

Page: 224

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The year 2015 marks the 180th anniversary of Colt’s first patent for a firearm with a revolving cylinder and the 160th anniversary of the enterprise originally named Colt’s Patent Firearms Manufacturing Company. During that time, Colt and the succession of firms that continue to bear his name have produced iconic revolvers and rifles that have done nothing less than shape the course of history. Among these are the first Colt Paterson revolver in 1836, the Colt Single Action Army of 1873, popularly known as the Peacemaker and the “Gun that won the West,” the Model 1911 pistol, and the M16 assault rifle, emblematic of the American military experience in Vietnam. Today, Colt are best known for the M4 Carbine, stalwart of every branch of the U.S. military, the CQBP (Close Quarters Battle Pistol), and popular civilian models, such as the Colt Defense CM901 rifle and Colt Match Target series. Illustrated with more than 200 artworks and photographs and accompanied by exhaustive technical specifications, Colt: An American Classic is an expertly written account of the firearms produced by one of the world’s best-known and easily recognized gun manufacturers.
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The U S Army Sniper Rifle Manual

The M4-series carbine (Figure 2-10) features several modifications that make it an ideal weapon for close combat operations. The M4 is a 5.56-mm, magazine-fed, gas-operated, shoulder-fired weapon. It is designed to fire either ...

Author: U.S. Department of Defense

Publisher: DigiCat

ISBN: EAN:8596547391838

Category: Technology & Engineering

Page: 539

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This unique collection is comprised of the best U.S. military rifle & sniper handbooks. It provides guidance for the training on different types of rifles (M 24 Sniper Weapon System, M16A1, M16A2/3, M16A4 & M4 Carbine) and all other necessary information needed to become an exceptional rifleman. Get to know characteristics of diverse weapons, ammunition and accessories, master the rifle marksmanship and ballistics, develop field skills and mission planning abilities. Content: Rifle Marksmanship: Introduction and Training Strategy Characteristics, Ammunitions, and Accessories Troubleshooting and Destruction Preliminary Rifle Instructions Downrange Feedback Field Fire Advanced Rifle Marksmanship Advanced Optics, Lasers, and Iron Sight Training Aids and Services Scorecard Laser Marksmanship Training System Range Safety and Risk Management Ranges Procedures and Range Operation Checklist Action, Conditions, and Standards 10 – Metter Target Offset and 25 – Metter Zero Offsets Night Fighting Sniper Training: Equipment Marksmanship Field Techniques Mission Preparation Operations Communications Tracking/Countertracking Sniper Sustainment Training Sniper Weapons of the World M21 Sniper Weapon System Counter Sniper Guide: Ammunition Rifles Sights Noise and Muzzle Flash General Notes Trajectory of 222 Cartridge Description of Epoxy Impregnation of Stock Firing Positions Typical Countersniper Situations Suitable Countersniping Equipment
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Weapon Systems

SYSTEM INTERDEPENDENCIES None O . DESCRIPTION The M4 Carbine is designed for lightness , speed , mobility , and firepower and is standard issue for Brigade Combat Teams in theater .

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ISBN: MSU:31293032179578

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