1.1. CharacteristicsCharacteristics2.2. Zero ProceduresZero Procedures3.3. Qualification StandardsQualification Standards4.4. SummarySummary

WEIGHTWEIGHT (pounds): (pounds): approx approx 9.239.23

LENGTH LENGTH (inches):(inches): 39.6339.63

OPERATIONAL CHARACTERISTICS:OPERATIONAL CHARACTERISTICS:•Barrel rifling-right hand 1 twist (inches)=Barrel rifling-right hand 1 twist (inches)= 77•Muzzle velocity (feet per second)=Muzzle velocity (feet per second)= 3,1003,100•Cyclic rate of fire (rounds per minute)Cyclic rate of fire (rounds per minute)== 800800 •Fires either Semiautomatic or Three-round BurstFires either Semiautomatic or Three-round Burst

MAXIMUM EFFECTIVE RATE OF FIRE:MAXIMUM EFFECTIVE RATE OF FIRE:Semiautomatic (rounds per minute)=Semiautomatic (rounds per minute)=4545Burst (3-round bursts) (rounds per minute)= Burst (3-round bursts) (rounds per minute)= 9090Sustained (rounds per minute)Sustained (rounds per minute)= = 12-1512-15

RANGE (meters):RANGE (meters):Maximum rangeMaximum range = = 3,6003,600 Maximum effective rangeMaximum effective range• Point target = Point target = 550550 • Area targetArea target = = 600600

• Carrying Handle detaches from the Upper Receiver.Carrying Handle detaches from the Upper Receiver.• Exposes a MIL –Standard 1913 rail.Exposes a MIL –Standard 1913 rail.• Allows the mounting of various optics closer to eye level Allows the mounting of various optics closer to eye level and a more natural cheek to stock weldand a more natural cheek to stock weld

Mounting KnobsMounting KnobsElevation KnobElevation Knob

Rear Sight Aperture Rear Sight Aperture

To remove carrying handle:To remove carrying handle:1.1. Unscrew mounting knobs counter clockwiseUnscrew mounting knobs counter clockwise2.2. Lift carrying handle off upper receiverLift carrying handle off upper receiver

RAIL ADAPTER SYSTEMRAIL ADAPTER SYSTEM• The M5 rail adapter system (RAS) consists of a set of lightweight The M5 rail adapter system (RAS) consists of a set of lightweight sections that replace the standard hand guards sections that replace the standard hand guards• Rails are MIL-standard 1913Rails are MIL-standard 1913• Is standard issue on the M16A4Is standard issue on the M16A4• Provides a secure mounting point for various accessoriesProvides a secure mounting point for various accessories

•Accessories may be mounted on the top, left and right sideAccessories may be mounted on the top, left and right side of the RASof the RAS•The bottom rail of the RAS was designed for nonaimingThe bottom rail of the RAS was designed for nonaiming devices and will not retain zero.devices and will not retain zero.

Rail Cover/ Heat ShieldRail Cover/ Heat Shield• Protects the shooter’s hand from direct contact with theProtects the shooter’s hand from direct contact with the metal parts of the RASmetal parts of the RAS• Protects the RAS surfaces from excess wear and damageProtects the RAS surfaces from excess wear and damage• Are available in 11-, 9-, 6-, 5-, and 4-rib sections Are available in 11-, 9-, 6-, 5-, and 4-rib sections

Rail Covers/ Heat Shield RemovalRail Covers/ Heat Shield Removal1. Apply thumb pressure to the center of the spring latch2. Slide in the desired direction

spring latch

Address MarkingsAddress Markings• Assists the user in remounting an accessory in the sameAssists the user in remounting an accessory in the same position to repeat zeroposition to repeat zero• Allows standardization on precisely where to mountAllows standardization on precisely where to mount certain accessoriescertain accessories

Address MarkingsAddress Markings• Assists the user in remounting an accessory in the sameAssists the user in remounting an accessory in the same position to repeat zeroposition to repeat zero• Allows standardization on precisely where to mountAllows standardization on precisely where to mount certain accessoriescertain accessories

Address MarkingAddress Marking

•The M16A2 zero target is usedThe M16A2 zero target is used•Two consecutive 3 rd groups with 5 of 6 rds in theTwo consecutive 3 rd groups with 5 of 6 rds in the 4CM circle4CM circle•Majority of the round must be inside the circleMajority of the round must be inside the circle

Mechanically Zeroing the M16A4Mechanically Zeroing the M16A4..

• Adjust the front sight post (1) up or down until the base of the front sight post Adjust the front sight post (1) up or down until the base of the front sight post is flush with the front sight post housing (2).is flush with the front sight post housing (2).

• Adjust the elevation knob (3) counterclockwise, when viewed from above, Adjust the elevation knob (3) counterclockwise, when viewed from above, until the rear sight assembly (4) rests flush with the carrying handle and the until the rear sight assembly (4) rests flush with the carrying handle and the 6/3 marking is aligned with the index line (5) on the left side of the carrying 6/3 marking is aligned with the index line (5) on the left side of the carrying handle.handle.

• Position the apertures (6) so the unmarked aperture is up and the 0-200 meter Position the apertures (6) so the unmarked aperture is up and the 0-200 meter aperture is down. Rotate the windage knob (7) to align the index mark on the aperture is down. Rotate the windage knob (7) to align the index mark on the 0-200 meter aperture with the long center index line (8) on the rear sight 0-200 meter aperture with the long center index line (8) on the rear sight assembly.assembly.

• Adjust the elevation knob (1) counterclockwise, when viewed from above, Adjust the elevation knob (1) counterclockwise, when viewed from above, until the rear sight assembly (2) rests flush with the detachable carrying until the rear sight assembly (2) rests flush with the detachable carrying handle and the 6/3 marking is aligned with the index line (3) on the left side of handle and the 6/3 marking is aligned with the index line (3) on the left side of the detachable carrying handle. the detachable carrying handle.

• Adjust the elevation knob two clicks clockwise so the index line on the left Adjust the elevation knob two clicks clockwise so the index line on the left side of the detachable carrying handle is aligned with the “Z” on the elevation side of the detachable carrying handle is aligned with the “Z” on the elevation knob.knob.

• Position the apertures (4) so the unmarked aperture is up and the 0-200 meter Position the apertures (4) so the unmarked aperture is up and the 0-200 meter aperture is down. Rotate the windage knob (5) to align the index mark on the aperture is down. Rotate the windage knob (5) to align the index mark on the 0-200 meter aperture with the long center index line (6) on the rear sight 0-200 meter aperture with the long center index line (6) on the rear sight assembly.assembly.

Battle sight Zero the M16A4Battle sight Zero the M16A4..

With Iron Sights: With Iron Sights: 23 hits out of 40 target exposures.23 hits out of 40 target exposures.

With M68 CCO: With M68 CCO: 23 hits out of 40 target exposures.23 hits out of 40 target exposures.

1.1. M16A4 is similar in operation to the M16A2M16A4 is similar in operation to the M16A22.2. Has a detachable carrying handleHas a detachable carrying handle3.3. Comes standard with the M5 RASComes standard with the M5 RAS4.4. Zeroing the iron sight is similar to the M16A2Zeroing the iron sight is similar to the M16A25.5. Qualification standards are the sameQualification standards are the same