MAGPUL INDUSTRIES CORP

Guide To Advanced Tactical ReloadingMilitary & Law Enforcement Technical Manual

REVISION 4BU.S. and Foreign Patents Pending

© 2000 Magpul™All Rights Resvd.

Introduction ....................................................................2Features ..........................................................................4Installing..........................................................................6Magpul™ Training Basics..............................................8Magpul™ Use & Techniques ........................................9Advanced Rapid Reloading ........................................10Advanced Tactical Reloading......................................12Advanced Tactical Reloading (SKD) ..........................14The “L” Shape Reload ................................................16Field Expedient Modifications ....................................17SOP for Standard M16 Pouch ....................................18Non MilSpec Pouches ................................................19Magpul™ FAQs ............................................................20Operational Temperatures ..........................................22Alternatives & UZI®/Colt® 9mm Info ..........................23Warranty & Contact Information ................................24

CONTENTS

MAGPUL™ 5.56, 7.62 NATO & 9MM

Military & Law Enforcement Technical Manual

This Manual covers the 5.56 NATO, 7.62 NATO & 9mm/45cal Subgun Magpul™ and their related weapon systems.

For consistency the 5.56 NATO Magpul™/US M16 weapon system is used to illustratethe majority of drawings and features. Other weapon systems may require modifications

for full function.

NOTE: While some benefit may be derived from just installing and using theMagpul™, tactical employment of the Magpul™ should only be conducted afterextensive training.

While the Magpul™ is compatible with almost All 5.56/7.62/9mm NATO maga-zines (respectively), its usefulness will depend directly on the type of pouch ortactical vest used. certain ammunition pouches may not function at all with theMagpul™ installed. Again, tactical employment of the Magpul™ should only beconducted after extensive training with the pouch or vest to be employed.

“Andersen was shooting NVA not muchfarther away than the end of his CAR-15's muzzle.

The time it took to speed-change a CAR-15 magazine meant life or death."

John Plaster- SOG: The Secret Wars of America'sCommandos in Vietnam

INTRODUCTION TO MAGPUL™2

The Magpul™ is a thermoplastic rifle magazine loop designed by RichardFitzpatrick, a former U.S. Reconnaissance Marine Sergeant. Through this loopand recessed rough gripping surface, it provides unsurpassed speed and controlduring high stress, tactical magazine changes.

Its design allows for quick and easy installation and removal without compromis-ing the grip needed to remain on the magazine changes during tactical scenar-ios.

The Magpul™ is based upon the tried and true para-cord loops and duct-tapetabs currently in use worldwide with special warfare units

These units discovered that a loop or tab affixed to the base of rifle magazinecould aid dramatically in a successful magazine change under duress.

Fig.2 An unidentified US special opera-tions operative using an example of a

field expedient magazine tab made fromstrips of O.D.green duct tape

INTRODUCTION TO MAGPUL™ 3

The duct tape around the base of the magazine also deadened the sound themagazines when stored next to each other in a pouch.

While there are many versions of these “quick pulls”, all have significant draw-backs.

1. Duct Tape Tabs are messy to remove and if left on the maga-zine it tends to wear away leaving a sticky surface which bonds tothe other magazines.

In the example shown on page 2, this duct tape tab would have tobe removed, discarded and remade every time the magazine is disassembledfor cleaning.

2. Paracord (550 cord) loops with duct tape provides a moredurable/efficient quick pull than duct tape tabs. The loop can fold-ed out of the way for disassembly of the magazine but the ducttape still wears and provides a weak hold on the 550 cord.

3. Paracord (550 cord) strung through the floorplate. This version does notuse duct tape to secure the the paracord to the magazine.Instead it strings a loop of 550 cord through the floorplate of aM16 magazine.

The problems with this version is that it not only blocks up thedrainage hole but also has the possibility of pulling off the whole floorplate duringa high stress reload. In addition it requires the most time/skill to install.

Note: The biggest problem in using Paracord (550 cord) is that it often sticksdown onto the magazine after being exposed to adverse elements and that eachlength is a tends to be a different length, hindering reflex training.

MAGPUL™ FEATURES4

The Magpul was developed to provide all the benefits of the fieldexpedient versions in a self contained unit that could beinstalled and moved from magazine to magazine.

When the Magpul™ is incorporated in a comprehensive train-ing schedule, the effective time for a rapid magazine change(page 10) can be as little as 1.6 seconds, with an average of 2.3 seconds. Thesetimes are almost 80 percent faster than the same magazine change without theMagpul™.

These times do not take into account the situation when the replacement maga-zine is dropped altogether (which only occurred in testing when NOT using theMagpul™).

The consistency of the loop placement gives the Magpul a clear advantage inreflex training. The semi rigid loop also changes the magazine’s center of gravityto the bottom. This counteracts the top heavy effect of an expended magazine(with a few rounds remaining) always landing feedlips down.

MAGPUL™5.56 NATO STD..223 REM

MAGPUL™7.62 NATO STD..308 REM

MAGPUL™9/45 SUBGUN9MMX19

MAGPUL™ TYPE APPROVED MAGAZINES

US GI 30/20 rnd, Steyr AUG, Thermold, Orlite, HK53, Galil (5.56), SIG 550 (with modification)

HK 91, HK G3, FAL , FAL Thermold, M14, SR25,AR10 Note: The 7.62 model will also stretch to fitmost similar sized magazines

HK MP5, Steyr AUG 9mm, Colt 9mm, Uzi, Mac10, Mac11/9, Sterling/STEN, Swed KNote: The 9mm model will also stretch to fit most45 cal & 40 cal subgun magazines

MAGPUL™ FEATURES 5

Semi rigid finger loop allows for greaterspeed in magazine removal and subse-quent 180-degree turn for insertion intothe rifle.

Repeated precise placement of fingerloop allows for subconscious re-enforce-ment training.

Finger loop acts as shock absorber toprotect magazine from damage whendropped from rifle.

Recessed rough texturingprovides positive grippingsurface under slippery or wetconditions.

All tooling and manufacture of theMagpul™ is done inthe United States ofAmerica

Stepped and scooped finger entryallows for tactile (touch) identificationof magazine.

Internal bands provide traction formagazine removal without hinderingin finger removal

Base silences magazineswhen stored next to eachother in pouch.

Recessed locking nub (9mm only) forinterfacing with special pouches

Patent Pending Tension Lock canhold the weight of over 10lbs (or tenloaded magazines), but install andremoval is in under 30 seconds whenthis lock is broken.

REMOVAL & STORAGEINSTALLING THE MAGPUL™ 76TO REMOVE-

1 Grip the Magpul™ finger loop firmly with the index finger.2 Use other hand to hold the magazine.3 Pull with steady pressure and the Magpul™ will pull off.

STORAGEThe Magpul™ is made of an industrial thermoplastic which is impervious to mostchemicals and will retain its shape even after long term storage in a closed ammu-nition pouch.

Depending on the operating temperatures and the amount of time stored, theremay be some memory effect (keeping shape after prolonged, compressed storage)on the finger loop, but not enough to affect its usability.For more information on operating temperatures please see page 22.

As shown above: To ensure long term viability, Magpuls should be stacked on topof each other (on the finger loop) when stored off the magazine.

TO INSTALL-The Magpul™ 5.56 NATO is capable of being installed and removed in under 30seconds when used on a standard M16 magazine. The 9/45 Subgun Magpul willtake twice as long to install due to it’s length.

1 Place one end of theMagpul™ over the base (bot-tom) of the rifle magazine.

2 Using index finger, stretchthe base of the Magpul™over the base of the maga-zine.

3 Using both index fingers tobreak the tension lock, work eachside down a little until the top lipof the Magpul™ is approximately4-5mm (0.2”)below the base of themagazine.(Note: For 9/45 SubgunMagpuls -10mm /0.4”)

TIP: When using the Magpul™ on thick plastic magazines such as the Steyr Aug(5.56) or UMP (45 cal), installation can be made easier by warming up theMagpuls in very hot water for about 5 minutes before installing. Removing thebase plate will sometimes help in installation.

MAGPUL™ USE & TRAININGMAGPUL™ USE & TRAINING 98

There are three recognized ways of using the Magpul™ efficiently. All are subjectto modification to fit within training and individual Standard Operating Procedures(S.O.P.). They can also be changed to take advantage of Magpul™ field expedientmodifications as described on page 17.

1 REGULAR FINGER HOOKThis is the original and most popular method ofextracting the magazine. The index finger is usedto pull the magazine from the pouch and pivot it180 degrees into the firearm. Support and controlof this motion is achieved by gripping with thethumb and remaining fingers.

2 STRAIGHT FINGER PULLThis is similar to the finger hook method with theexception of the index finger, which is keptstraight through the loop. This method is bestused with tactical vests that curve magazineshorizontally across the body.

3 PINKIE HOLDThis is a specialized technique normallyused for retrieving magazines from certaintypes of angled chest pouches.

This technique is especially effective withthe 9mm Subgun Magpul and AdvancedTactical Reloads as described on pages 12-16.

MAGPUL TRAINING BASICS

1. Nothing written here is etched in stone. The techniques shown here haveworked well for us, but you may have different results. Trust in what you know,not what you read.

2. Train as realistically as possible. Use the pouches, uniforms and weapons intraining that you will use in real life. A fully loaded magazine handles far differentlythan an empty one. Also a magazine may require more force to load with the boltclosed, rather than locked open.

3. Be aware of the downside before sacrificing safety for realism. When trainingwith a loaded magazine, use blanks or another substitute to simulate weight. Liverounds should only be used during live fire exercises.

4. Break down complicated actions into smaller easier ones to masteri.e. a series of simple steps which can be built upon.

Repetitive actions build life saving reflex actions.

MAGPUL™ ADVANCED RAPID RELOADSMAGPUL™ ADVANCED RAPID RELOADS 1110

3 INSERTION-This is hardest step to nail down as a reflexaction. The difficulty arises from the brainattempting to calculate the position of thefeed end of the magazine and the magazinewell, from the position of the hands.

Most shooters compensate for this by brieflylooking down (and away from their target).

M16/AR15 MAGAZINE INSERTIONOne method of getting a consistent reference point on a M16/AR15 is to pull slight-ly rearward on the magazine so that the rear end of the magazine touches the rearend of the magazine well. TIP: Imagine pulling the magazine’s feed lips through thesights as you are looking down them.

This

method takes a fraction of a second longer to do than just inserting the magazinestraight, but it allows a point of reference for the brain to complete the insertionprocess (or to readjust if the placement is wrong).

Fig11c Finding a Consistent Reference Point on the M16

An Advanced Rapid Reload (or Speed Reload) is defined here as being able toremove the spent magazine from the rifle and replace it with a fully loaded one(retrieved from a pouch or vest) all in a single fluid motion and without taking eyesfrom your target. In this case reload time has priority over expended magazineretention.

This process can be broken down into three distinct steps and can be modified tofit within current SOP’s.

1 EXTRACTION-The amount of time it takes to master thismotion depends directly on the pouch ortactical vest employed.

The Magpul™ allows the magazine to belifted out of the pouch then gripped in a sin-gle motion. When no Magpul is utilized, then a repositioning of the fingersis required involving about half a second ofextra time.

2 ROTATION-In this motion the Magpul™ serves twopurposes- First, the finger loop allowsgreater speed in conducting the 180degree turn with almost zero chance of themagazine slipping from the fingers.

Second, the loop allows the repositioningof the gripping fingers to allow the maga-zine to line up for insertion without “tip-ping” the rifle to compensate.

MAGPUL™ ADVANCED TACTICAL RELOADSMAGPUL™ ADVANCED TACTICAL RELOADS 1312

1 Using the pinkiehold as shown onPage12, extract andgrip the new maga-zine.

2 Rotate the newmagazine up so thatit is parallel with theexpended one.

3 Gripping bothmagazines at thebase, release theexpended magazineand pull downward.

4 In a U shapemotion, pull out theexpended magazineand replace it with thenew/loaded one.

6 If unable to stowexpended magazinedue to tactical rea-sons, retain maga-zine on pinkey asshown on page 12.

5 Push up on thenew magazine until itlocks into place.Keeping your grip onthe expended maga-zine, stow it away-orsee step 6

THE ADVANCED TACTICAL RELOAD PROCESSAn Advanced Tactical Reload is defined here as being able to remove the spentmagazine from the rifle and replace it with a fully loaded one (retrieved from apouch or vest) while retaining the expended or empty magazine for reloading at alater date. In this case expended magazine retention has the same priority as thereload time.

This process can be broken down into six distinct steps as shown on page 15 andcan be modified to fit within current SOP’s.

This process uses the specialized pinkey hold tech-nique for magazine extraction (fig 12a) and expendedmagazine retention (fig 12b)

MAGAZINE EXTRACTIONIn this action the pinkey finger is used to lift the newmagazine out of the pouch exposing the base for therest of the fingers to grab. The grip afforded by thishold is substantially higher than any other, and assuch, makes control very easy.

MAGAZINE RETENTIONThe loop on the Magpul makes it possible to quickly clip expended (empty) mag-azines to a carabineer for reload at a later date.

When this is not immediately possible, the empty magazinecan be temporally hung on thepinkey finger until a break in the

fire fight occurs, allowing the magazine tobe put away.

FIG.12A PINKEYEXTRACTION FROM POUCH

FIG.12B PINKEY MAGAZINERETENTION

MAGPUL™ ADVANCED TACTICAL RELOADS-CONT. 15MAGPUL™ ADVANCED TACTICAL RELOADS-CONT.14REVERSE LOOP (SKD METHOD)Putting the loop of the Magpul 5.56 NATO so it spansfrom narrow end to narrow end provides a very lowprofile loop. It also adds total protection to the floor-plate if dropped.

The reverse loop method was developed by Joe Seukof SKD Tactical to optimize reloading on the Ranger RACK system developed byTactical Tailor. In this method the extraction of the magazine for the pouch is withthe thumb.

While the Ranger Rack is certified as Magpul™ compatible it is recommended touse a 3 mag pouch for two Magpul™ equipped magazines. This allows enoughroom to extract a single magazine without pulling out the other as well.

This process can be broken down into five distinct steps as shown on page 15 andcan be modified to fit within current SOP’s. It also uses the reverse loop to enhancemagazine extraction by the thumb (Fig.14B&C).

This Vest System

Tactical Tailor-Ranger RACK

is Certified as Magpul™Compatible

FIG.14B THUMB PULL MAGAZINEEXTRACTION (FRONT VIEW)

FIG.14C THUMBPULL MAGAZINE

EXTRACTION (SIDE VIEW)

THE ADVANCED TACTICAL RELOAD PROCESS (SKD METHOD)

1 Using the thumb pull method asshown on Page14, extract and grip thenew magazine in between the middleand index fingers.

2 Rotate the new magazine up so thatit is parallel, on the right hand side, withthe expended one. Grip the expendedmagazine between the index finger andthumb.

3 Gripping both magazines at thebase, release the expended magazineand pull downward.

4 In a modified U shape motion, pullout the expended magazine and replaceit with the new/loaded one.

5 Push up on the new magazine untilit locks into place. Keeping your grip onthe expended magazine, stow it away-or see step 6 on page 13.

FIELD EXPEDIENT / PATROL CARRY MODIFICATIONSMAGPUL™ ADVANCED TACTICAL RELOADS-CONT. 1716THE “L” SHAPE RELOADIn the case of bullpup rifles or those with thick stocks, a regular tactical reloadmight not be possible. This is due to the thickness of the weapon around the mag-azine well and/or the position of the magazine release.

To address this issue the “L” shape reload can be used or modified to create aneffective tactical reload. This process can be broken down into three distinct stepsand can be modified to fit within current SOP’s.

1 EXTRACTION-Extract the Magazine using the regular fingerhook method as described on page 9. Use yourother fingers to control the spin on the maga-zine so that it falls towards the palm of yourhand

2 “L” SHAPE PLACEMENTWith the rounds of the new magazine point-ed up, place the base of the new magazinenext to the expended one in theweapon.Gripping both magazines activatethe magazine release catch

3 ROTATION & INSERTIONPull the expended magazine clear of theweapon. Rotate both magazines forwarduntil the new magazine is upright. Insert thenew magazine into the weapon and stow theexpended magazine away.

PATROL CARRY (CUT LOOP) MODIFICATIONHaving a Magpul installed on the magazine carried inthe weapon is dependent upon what environmentalconditions you plan on being in.

One method of ensuring a snag free Magpul is to cutthe loop on the Magpul installed on the magazine thatwill be carried in the weapon

FIG.17C NO LOOPMODIFICATION.

IMPROVISED TABThe 9mm Subgun Magpul was designed specifically toallow the two sides of the loop to be taped together toform a solid tab. The 5.56 and the 7.62 NATO Magpulscan also be taped this way, but not as effectively as the9mm.

TACTICAL (TOUCH) MARKING OF THE MAGPUL™By cutting a notch in the lower most finger grooves, Magpuls with

different ammunition types can be distinguished by touch only. A combat patrol for example, could

tell the difference between magazines of tracer “light” ortracer “heavy” ammunition.

NO LOOP MODIFICATIONThe “no loop” modification is popular with a num-ber of competition and tactical shooters who justuse the base of the Magpul for enhanced handlingand precise tactical reloading (page 12).

In this case the entire loop is cut off at the baseand is often turned upside down.

FIG.17B CUT FINGER LOOPMODIFICATION.

The Magpul™ 5.56 Std. was designedspecifically to work with a regular issueM16 30 round ammunition pouch.Please review the following guidelineswhen employing the Magpul™ from thispouch. Also, please review the sectionon Non-Mil Spec pouches (page 19).

Using the Magpul™ in a standard issue30 round pouch has three main advantages over most other pouches.

1. When inserted into the pouch, the Magpul suspends the open end of the mag-azine above the base of the pouch keeping it free of debris that tends to gatheraround the drain hold at the bottom. This "suspension" also makes it easier to grabthe base of the magazine even without using the Magpul's finger loop.

2. When the top is closed down over the Magpul's finger loops, it stops any verti-cal movement of the magazines and spring-loads the cover when the top catch isoperated.

3. Horizontal movement (which causes the metal hittingeach other) is all but eliminated.

USING THE MAGPUL™ 5.56 NATO WITH A US 30 ROUND M16 POUCH

TIP: The best way to compress the loops for closingthe pouch is a rolling method with the palm of the hand.At the same time use your fingertips to push down on topof the latch until it “clicks”

STANDARD US M16 -30 ROUND POUCHSTANDARD US M16 -30 ROUND POUCH 1918NON MIL-SPEC 30 ROUND POUCHESWhile testing prototypes we discovered that a number of Non-Mil Spec pouchesare available through surplus stores around the U.S. These magazines WILL NOTfunction correctly with the Magpul™. In fact they tend to fit too tight even for a raw30 round magazine.

Question: How do I know if the pouch is a Mil-Spec issue one?

Answer: Put a single thirty round issue magazine into the pouch so that it restson the bottom. The amount of bare magazine sticking up over the top lip should bebetween 0.6" to 0.4". If it is closer to oneinch, then it is a Non-Mil Spec pouch.

Question: Is there a way of modifyinga Non-Mil Spec pouch to work withMagpuls?

Answer: Yes, by snipping out the dividerstrips it is possible to store TWO (2)Magpul™ magazines next to each otherflush against the body.

This Pouch System

MilSpec US M16 Std. 30 rnd

is Certified as Magpul™Compatible

MILSPEC

$ CUT

BEFORE AFTER

NON-MILSPEC

For more information on theMagpul™ Compatible program

see page 22

MAGPUL™ FAQS NOT COVERED ELSEWHERE 21MAGPUL™ FAQS NOT COVERED ELSEWHERE20Q: HOW MANY MAGPULS DO I NEED ANDDO I NEED TO TRAIN EXCLUSIVELY WITHTHEM?Answer: Our suggestion- if you find a definitebenefit in using the Magpul™, then get enough ofthem to equip twice the amount of magazinesyou normally carry. With install/removal time ofunder 30 seconds you can move them, if needed, to other magazines easily.Naturally exclusive training with Magpuls is more likely to result in solid reflexactions being built quickly

Q: OUR SOP FOR EXPENDED MAGAZINES IS TO REPLACE THEM "FEEDLIPS UP" BACK IN THE 30 ROUND POUCHES. WILL MAGPUL™ EQUIPPEDMAGAZINES WORK THIS WAY?Answer: The "feed-lips-up" on the GI pouches is a known incompatibility. Whendesigning the Magpul, We intentionally made the thickness so that it was hard topush through the loops of the GI mag pouch. This was so the magazines would sitslightly higher in the pouch keeping the feed lips, with loaded ammo, off the baseof the pouch and the drain hole (an area which mud tends build up around).

While the suspension offered by the Magpul is small, it does cut down on thesemalfunctions by a large margin.

Q: WHAT IS THE MAGPUL™ MADE OF AND HOW RESILIENT IS IT TOCHEMICAL COMPOUNDS AND CORROSION?Answer: The Magpul is made of an industrial thermoplastic rubber calledSanopreme™. To the touch it feels like firm rubber.

The thermoplastic rubber is of the same type used in sewage systems so it isimpervious to most chemical and cleaning solvents. It is also workable over a hightemperature range (see page 22).

Q: I AM LEFT HANDED AND SO CANNOT RELEASE THE MAGAZINE ON ANM16 AS SHOWN IN YOUR RELOADING METHODS. WHAT SHOULD I DO?Answer: All the reloading techniques shown in thismanual feature the right handed method of operation.Unlike some weapon systems, such as the Steyr Aug,the M16/AR15 type rifles are made with the magazinerelease for the right hand only.

At Magpul Industries all our testing M16’s are installed with a patented devicecalled the AmbiCatch® which allows the magazine to be released with eitherhand.

Q: MAGPUL™ OFFERS GREEN AND GRAY CAMO MAGPULS. ARE THESEFOR COLOR COORDINATING MY GEAR?Answer: No, the tactical Camo colors are designed to provide identification of mag-azines loaded with different types of ammunition in a tactical environment. Themost common tactical colors in service are OD Camo and Gray (Night) Camo. ForID of different types of ammunition in a training environment it is recommended touse the Range Safety Colors as shown on the rear cover of this manual.

Q: HOW CAN I FIND OUT ABOUT THE LATEST MAGPUL™ PRODUCTS?Answer: Because we are always adding new products we generally do not produceprinted catalogs. Instead we post new products as they are released on the MagpulInternet site. The site address is-

http://www.magpul.com

The site features FAQ’s, press releases, upcoming Magpul™ events and onlineordering. Users can also submit questions and feedback about Magpul™ productsvia this web site.

AMBI-Catch®

MAGPUL™ ALTERNATIVES / UZI® COLT® 9MM INFOOPERATIONAL TEMPERATURES/ MAGPUL COMPATIBLE 2322MAGPUL™ OPERATIONAL TEMPERATURESThe Magpul's "tension lock'" is designed to remain effective up to sustained tem-peratures of 113-115 degrees Fahrenheit.

In extreme temperatures such as this the Magpul™ has the additional benefit ofallowing a metal magazine to still be handled with bare hands. Normally the metalsurface is to hot to touch for more than a few seconds.

If being used in sustained temperatures above 115 degrees fahrenheit , then it isadvised to secure the Magpul™ to the magazine using a small amount of"Superglue" type GEL. Unlike the sticky residue left by duct tape, the super gluegel will pop off by just inserting a knife blade between magazine and Magpul™,leaving a clean surface.

In colder climates the Magpul™ remains pliable and totally functional well belowfreezing.

MAGPUL™ COMPATIBLEHow can you tell if a Magpul magazinecan function in an infinite numberPouches, Vests & Weapon Systems?

Magpul Industries Corp issues a Logo formanufactures to include on items thatpass function tests with Magpul™equipped magazines

No fee is charged for a product becomingMagpul™ Compatible, but certification byMagpul Industries Corp is required foreach item prior to using the logo.

MAGPUL™ ALTERNATIVESThe Magpul™ is designed to speed up a conventional single magazine reload froma pouch (or tactical vest) to the weapon. Two common alternatives attempt to skip this motion (or delay it) by keeping more ammunitionloaded or on the weapon.

Drums (90-120 rounds) Benefits- Large capacity, Some can be stored loaded forextended periods. Disadvantages- Very slow to reload from pouch, Bulky, Heavyand Noisy (they rattle). Some of the better quality drums,like the Beta C-Mag,require special lubrication during loading. Recommendation: Good for vehiclepatrols and static defenses.

Dual Clips -ie MMH Multiple Magazine Holder (2x30 round magazines)Benefits- Second magazine very close to first for immediate reload.Disadvantages- Very slow to reload from pouch, adds bulk to the rifle. In some cases the jarring effect of the recoil during firing can make the first roundof the spare magazine “pop up”-causing a malfunction when loaded.Recommendation: If you can handle the extra bulk, good for the magazines keptloaded in the rifle. Once expended, switch to single Magpul™ magazines for aquicker reload.

Copyright 1999 US Army

UZI®/COLT® 9MM INFORMATIONWhen using the 9mm Subgun Magpul on theUZI™ or Colt® 9mm weapon systems. It isrecommended to turn the loop 90 degrees onthe magazine so that the loop goes from frontto back (not side to side)

This allows the Magpul™ to tighten down bet-ter on the squat shaped magazine.

CONTACT INFORMATION20

60 DAY RETURN AND LIFETIMEREPLACEMENT GUARANTEE

All Magpul products have a 60 day uncondition-al return guarantee

Send us the product back for any reason withinthe first sixty days and we will refund all

charges less shipping.

Anytime after 60 days defective products will bereplaced at no charge.

This manual is an on going project. Please send any comments or suggestions to:

MAGPUL INDUSTRIES CORP

PO Box 17697, Boulder Colorado 80308-0697U.S.A.Telephone (303) xxxxxxxFacsimile (303) xxxxxxToll Free Order Line (877) 4MAGPULToll Free Fax Order Line (888) MAGPUL3Internet http://www.magpul.com

Email Questions to: richfitz@magpul.com

One of the keys to successful combat training is live firing. When combined withrealistic scenarios and settings, live fire exercises can significantly add to a unitssurvivability.

Live fire exercises by their nature are dangerous. While no training can be guar-anteed completely safe, good range safety practices can keep the risk factor (evenon demanding courses) down to an acceptable level.

Most live fire training involves use of different types of ammunition. For example:Military squads will often run through a live fire exercise with BLANK ammo firstbefore switching over to LIVE ammunition.

As a safety enhancement to those units employing the Magpul™, a special set ofneon color coded range safety versions are available.

The bright neon colors allow range personnel to quickly and positively identify whatammunition is loaded in fast moving training scenarios. For example: when usingFRANGIBLE ammunition at CQB distances.

Rather than use the US military color code which is confusing at best, it was decid-ed to use the simple principle

"Hot is deadly, Cold is not"In addition to the color key each Range Safety II Magpul™ is engraved with theparticular ammunition type and/or marked as shown on the reverse diagram.

NOTE: To be truly effective as a Safety measure, the loading of the magazinesmarked with a Range Safety Magpul needs to be directly supervised by Rangepersonnel to ensure the correct type ammunition is used.

MAGPUL™ RANGE SAFETY II INSTRUCTIONS

MAGPUL™RANGE SAFETY II COLOR KEY

NOTE: Black and Tactical Colors will also be assumed to be loaded with FMJ/JHP

See Reverse For Instructions