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TRAINING SUPPORT PACKAGE (TSP)

TSPNumber 071-W-1310/Title

Title Engage targets with the Rifle Launched Entry Munitions (RLEM) and the

Rifle Launched Entry Munition-Target Practice (RLEM-TP).

Task Number(s) TASKNUMBER TASKTITLE/Title(s) Characteristics of the RLEM/RLEM-TP

Put the RLEM and RLEM-TP into operation.Characteristics of Doors.Engage Targets using the RLEM/RLEM-TP.Qualification

Effective 27 AUG 01Date

Supersedes N/ATSP(s)

TSP User Use this TSP in Unit Sustainment Training.

Proponent The proponent for this document is the Advance Rifle MarksmanshipCommittee, C Company 2/29th IN Regt, Ft. Benning GA. 31905.

Comments/ Send comments and recommendations directly to C 2/29th IN Regt,Recommen- Ft. Benning GA. 31905dations

Foreign The material contained in this course has been reviewed by courseDisclosure instructors. This is releasable to military students from all requestingRestrictions foreign countries without restriction.

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PREFACE

Purpose This training support package provides the instructor with a standardized lessonplan for presenting instruction for:

071-W-1313

Qualify with the RLEM/RLEM-TP

Conditions: Given an M16A2/A3/A4 or an M4 series rifle, LBE, Kevlar,BLPS, flak vest, gloves, a door attached to a frame and/orbuilding, 1 RLEM-TP with 10 standoff rods, 1 RLEM, 1 roundof 5.56 ball (M855/M856) ammunition (RLEM), 10 roundsM195 grenade blank cartridge per soldier.

Put the RLEM into operation and engage each door within 1minute. Must engage 3 out of 5 doors from various anglesand positions using the proper aiming point for the rangeselected IAW this TSP and TM 9-1330-200-12.

This TSPcontains

TABLE OF CONTENTSPage

Section I. - Administrative Data

Section II. - Introduction

Terminal Learning Objective

Section III. - Presentation

A - Characteristics of the RLEM.B - Place the RLEM/RLEM-TP into Operation

C - Characteristics of Doors.D - Engage Targets using the RLEM.

E Qualify with the RLEM/RLEM-TP

Section IV. - Summary

Section V. - Student Evaluation

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Engage Targets using the RLEMEffective Date: 09 May2001

SECTION I. ADMINISTRATIVE DATA

All Courses COURSENUMBER COURSETITLEIncluding This Lesson

Task(s) TASKNUMBER TASKTITLETaught or Characteristics of the RLEM.Supported Put the RLEM into Operation.

Characteristics of Doors.Engage Targets using the RLEM.Qualify with the RLEM/RLEM-TP

Task(s) TASKNUMBER TASKTITLEReinforced Apply Immediate Action (SPORTS)

Academic The academic hours required to teach this course are as follows:Hours

PEACETIME MOBILIZATION

HOURS/ METHODS HOURS/METHODSCharacteristics 30 min / L 30 min / LPut into Operation 30 min / L 30 min / LCharacteristics ofDoors 30 min / L 30 min / LEngage Targets 3 hr / PE3 3 hr / PE3

QUALIFYWITHTHERLEM/RLEM-TP 3 HR /PE 3 3 HR/ PE3

*Total Hours hrs Total hrs Total

Test Lesson HOURS LESSON NUMBERNumber Testing: 30 min

Review oftest results

Prerequisite LESSONNUMBER LESSONTITLELesson(s) Qualified with the M16/M4 series weapons.

Clearance There are no clearance or access requirements for this lesson.and Access

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References

NUMBER TITLE ADDITIONALINFORMATION

TM 9-1330-210-12&P

XM 100 and trainer, XM101 Operators and UnitMaintenance Manual

Aug 2001

TM 9-1005-319-10 Operators Manual for Rifle,5.56mm M16A2, M16A3,M16A4, M4 carbine, M4A1carbine.

ALL

TM 9-1330-200-12 Operators andOrganizationalMaintenance Manual forGrenades

May 2001

StudentStudy NAAssignments

Instructor 1-ITC instructor certified to teach the RLEMRequirements 1-Assistant instructor (AI must be Familiar with the weapon and RLEM)

Additional 2-Personnel for target maintenance 5-personnel for ammo pointPersonnel Necessary Range PersonnelRequirements

Equipment 1 Motorola Radio Computer w/win 95/98 / Vgts on ComputerRequired 1 weapon per student 1 RLEM per student

1 RLEM-TP per student10 Stand off rods per studentInFocus Projector

Materials INSTRUCTORMATERIALS: 2 Cleaning RodsRequired Slides

Laser Pointer1-Range Flag

STUDENTMATERIALS: 1 set Hearing Protection per student1 Magazine for M4/16 per student1 Cleaning kit per student

Classroom, One classroom for 40 students.Training Area,and RangeRequirements

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Ammunition 10 rounds M195 grenade cartridge per studentRequirements 1 round M855/M856, 5.56mm ball ammunition per student

Instructional Before presenting this lesson, thoroughly prepare by studying this lesson andidentified reference material. The prior day of training, the primary instructor willbrief the chief instructor.

Guidance

Proponent NAME Rank Position DateLesson Babin, Patrick SSG Instructor 27 AUG 01Plan Gonzalez, Jose SGT Instructor 27 AUG 01Approvals

SECTION II. INTRODUCTION

Method of instruction: L/C/PE/EInstructor to student ratio is: 1:10

Time of instruction: 5 minMedia used: Computer with infocus projector and actual equipment

Motivator Modern battles occur anywhere in the world, under various battlefieldconditions. With more of the world becoming urbanized, we as soldiers canexpect to find ourselves fighting door to door in a city instead of a jungleenvironment or forest. Being able to gain a foothold in a building as quickly aspossible can mean the difference between success and failure of the mission.

Terminal At the completion of this lesson you [the student] will:

LearningQualify with the RLEM/RLEM-TP.

Conditions: Given an M16A2/A3/A4 or an M4 series rifle, LBE, Kevlar,BLPS, flak vest, gloves, a door attached to a frame and/orbuilding, 1 RLEM-TP with 5 standoff rods, 1 RLEM, 1 roundof 5.56 ball (M855/M856) ammunition (RLEM), 10 roundsM195 grenade blank cartridge per soldier.

Put the RLEM into operation and engage each door within 1minute. Must engage 3 out of 5 doors from various anglesand positions using the proper aiming point for the rangeselected IAW this TSP and TM 9-1330-210-12&P.

Safety Range OIC will give a safety briefing. Range safety NCO will clear andRequirements inspect weapons when soldiers enter and exit the firing line. Range OIC

will ensure that all range requirements are met, and all safety warnings stated inthe technical manual are enforced.

WARNING: Use only M16A2/M16A3/M16A4 rifles or M4 series weapons to fire RLEM or RLEM-

TP.

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When firing the RLEM, use only M855 ball or M856 tracer ammunition. When firing

the RLEM-TP, use only M195 grenade cartridges.

All personnel within 8 meters of target must have double ear protection. All

personnel beyond 8 meters of target must have single ear protection

Gunner must wear helmet, BLPS (Ballistic Laser Protective Spectacles), flak jacket,

gloves, and rolled down sleeves. All non-firing personnel within 40 meters of target

must have protective clothing, or be under or behind cover. Do not use a damaged munition.

Weapon must be in SAFE position before installing munition onto weapon.

Gunners position must be at least 15 meters away from target. RLEM must not be

fired less than 14 meters from target.

Extended eye relief, with optics or iron sights, must be used when firing.

RLEM is a high recoil munition. When firing from shoulder, rifle buttstock should be

pressed against shoulder.

Do not touch an unexploded ordnance (UXO).

Recoil pad must be properly attached to M4 before firing RLEM to avoid injury to

personnel or damage to buttstock.

Standoff rod must be attached before firing the RLEM.

Weapon must be properly aimed and munition fully seated against weapon muzzlebefore squeezing trigger.

When putting RLEM on muzzle, keep weapon muzzle pointed up and towards

target.

The firing of a defective RLEM is not allowed.

Keep live (explosive) RLEM separate from training (non-explosive) RLEM-TP.

Do not mix M195 blank grenade cartridge with M200 5.56 standard blank

ammunition.

Risk MEDIUM (with live ammunition)Assessment LOW (with blank or no ammunition)Level

Environmental NONEConsiderations

Evaluation At the completion of the classroom instruction and practical exercise (PE), youwill receive a performance evaluation and a twenty question written test duringwhich you must receive a go and score a minimum of 14 out of 20 questions inorder to pass.

InstructionalLead In Gaining the initial foothold in a building is very critical and can be very difficult.

The RLEM will allow for a complete breach of main entrance doorways whilemaintaining a safe standoff distance for the breaching element. The detonationof the RLEM will not only confuse the enemy but can cause injury to anyone inthe vicinity of the door being breached allowing the assault element to gain thecritical initial foothold on the building with more speed and precision.

NOTE: Prepare your slide with the characteristics of the RLEM.

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SECTION III. PRESENTATION

A. ENABLING LEARNING OBJECTIVE A

TRANSITION: Our primary objective will be to acquire the skills needed to mount and operatethe RLEM on an M16A2, A3, and A4/M4 series weapons. Before we can

effectively engage targets using the RLEM, it will be necessary to familiarizeyourself with the RLEM system and subassemblies.

NOTE: From this point on any reference to the M16 will include the M16A2/A3/A4, and anyreference to the M4 will also include the M4/MWS and M4A1.

Identify Characteristics of the RLEM/RLEM-TP.

Conditions: Classroom environment with student hand out.

Identify the six main parts of the RLEM IAW this TSP and TM9-1330-210-12&P.

Learning Step/Activity 1: Description of the RLEM.

Method of instruction: LECTUREInstructor to student ratio is: 1:40Time of instruction: 20 minMedia: Computer with infocus projector and Handout.

NOTE: Safety precautions in AR 385-64, US Army Explosives Safety Program, DA PAM 385-64, Ammunition and Explosive Safety Standards, and AR 385-63, Policies andProcedures for Firing Ammunition for Training, Target Practice and Combat, areapplicable for the handling and firing of this type of munitions.

NOTE: All warning statements and safety precautions discussed in this TSP and outlined in TM9-1330-210-12&P must be strictly enforced.

a. Description and function of the XM100 RLEM and XM101 RLEM-TP

The RLEM is a rifle grenade with a warhead designed to breech doors (Figure A1).It is mounted on a soldiers M16A2/A3/A4, and M4 series weapon. The RLEM islaunched, by firing a standard 5.56 mm round, to a distance of at least 40 meters. It isdesigned to break down a door and allow soldiers to enter a building with minimumhazards.

Figure A1: RLEM

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The RLEM-TP is a training munition (Figure A2). The RLEM-TP is an aluminumtube, which is similar to the RLEM in its weight, aerodynamic structure and operation.Each RLEM-TP body can be reused as long as the round has no major damageexcept for the stand off rod, which must be replaced after each firing. A M195 grenadecartridge is used to fire the RLEM-TP in order to prolong the serviceability of theRLEM-TP during training exercises.

The RLEM-TP comes in a kit that includes 20 RLEM-TP bodies, 100 standoff rods,and five extracting tools, which allows multiple firings of one RLEM-TP body. Thestandoff rod should be replaced after each firing.

FIGURE A2: Rifle Grenade Entry Trainer (RLEM-TP).

b.Equipment Data: RLEM RLEM-TP1) Length 30.6 in 30.6 in2) Length w/o SO 15.6 in 15.6 in3) Weight 1.37 lb. 1.30 lb.4) Weight w/o SO 1.27 lb. 1.20 lb.5) Range 40 meters 40 meters6) Muzzle velocity 41 mps 43 mps7) Arming distance 10 meters NA8) Standoff distance 15 meters 15 meters

9) Max angle of fire 200 200

(a). Figure A3 depicts the arming distance, standoff distance and maximumrange. The RLEM can only be fired at a maximum angle to the target of 20degrees. If the RLEM is fired at a greater angle, the munition can deflect offthe target without providing enough direct impact to the standoff rod todetonate the munition.

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FIGURE A3: FIRING DATA

c. RLEM Structure:The RLEM is divided into 6 main parts.

1) Standoff Rod2) Warhead3) Pyrotechnic Adapter4) Fuze.5) Bullet trap device6) Tail section

FIGURE A-4: Main Parts

1) Standoff Rod: The standoff rod (Figure A-5) screws onto the front of thewarhead. It is made of a 15.75 inches length aluminum tube, with an aluminum disk(button) on its end. The rod is designed to initiate the fuze, which subsequently

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STANDOFF ROD

WARHEAD PYROTECHNICADAPTER

FUZE BULLETTRAP

TAIL

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initiates the warhead at an optimal distance (15.75 inches) from the target thereforedirecting the maximum amount of energy towards the door.

The standoff button serves to prevent penetration of the rod into the door, whichwould reduce the maximum amount of energy directed towards the door. The standoff rod maintains an optimal distance between the warhead and the door, thusensuring full affectivity of the explosive charge, which generates a pressure cone for

breaching of the door.

Figure A-5: Standoff Rod

2) Warhead: The warhead (Figure A-6) consist of a plastic envelope (1) containing120 grams of PBXN-109 cure-cast explosive (2) covered with a plastic cover (3) toeliminate debris being thrown back towards the operator. The standoff rod isthreaded into the front of the warhead. The explosive charge is initiated by a PBXN-5 pellet (4), which ignites the detonation from the detonation cord of the pyrotechnicadapter.

Figure A-6: Warhead3) Pyrotechnic Adapter: The pyrotechnic adapter (Figure A-7), located between thefuze and the warhead, is used to transfer the detonation shock between the fuze andthe warhead. The special structure of the adapter provides an extra safety elementto the gunner by preventing the tail section being blown back towards the gunner

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after being fired. The adapter contains aluminum and plastic casings and adetonating cord. The detonating cord is a 15 grain cord with two PBXN-5 pellets inits sides. The pellets contain 80 mgr. and 170 mgr. explosive.

Figure A-7: Pyrotechnic Adapter

4) Fuze: The fuze is based on mechanical mechanism and initiation train. Theinitiation train contains a primer located in the rotor. The fuze has two safetyfeatures: direct bullet impact and acceleration. Upon firing, when both features exist,the rotor is released and free to rotate to the ARM position. In the ARM positionthe firing pin and the primer are in line. Upon hitting the target, the firing pin hits theprimer, which ignites the detonation cord all the way to the warhead (Figure A-8).

Figure A-8: Fuze

5) Bullet Trap Device: The bullet trap (see Figure A-9) is mounted in theforward section of the tail tube, behind the fuze. It is designed to stop the bullet andabsorb the bullet energy. The bullet trap consists of a housing, steel trap, bulletdiverter and three steel disks. The bullet diverter is an additional safety feature inthe RLEM, which is intended to guide the bullet away from the warhead in theunlikely event that the three disks and bullet trap are defeated.

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Figure A-9: Bullet Trap

6) Tail Section: The tail sections primary function is to stabilize the roundwhile in flight, and it is the portion of the round that slides over the barrel of theweapon (Figure A-10). When inspecting the RLEM, if any of the tail fins aredamaged the grenade must be replaced. The RLEM-TP can be fired with minimaldamage to the tail fins.

Figure A-10: Tail Section

Learning Step/Activity 2: Colors and Markings of the RLEM and RLEM-TP.

Method of instruction: LECTUREInstructor to student ratio is: 1:40Time of instruction: 10 min

Media: Computer with infocus projector and Handout.

a. RLEM Colors and Markings .

The RLEMs warhead is painted black; the body and tail portion is paintedbrown. The letters and numbers on the RLEM body are yellow (Figure A-11).

1) Warhead markings : The lettering is in yellow on a black background.

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Figure A-11: Warhead Markings.

2) Tail Markings: The lettering is in yellow on a brown background.

Figure A-12: Tail Markings.

b. RLEM-TP Colors and Markings

The RLEM-TP is painted light blue. It has two sets of markings. One set ofmarkings is on the aluminum warhead and the second set of markings is on thetail section. The letters and numbers on the RLEM-TP are white (Figure A-13).

1) Warhead markings: The lettering is in white on a light blue background.

Figure A-13: Warhead Markings.

2) Tail markings: The lettering is in white on a light blue background.

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Figure A-14: Tail Markings.

NOTE: Conduct a check on learning and summarize the enabling learning objective.

Q. What is the difference between the XM100 RLEM and the XM101 RLEM-TP?A. The XM100 RLEM is an explosive round and the XM101 RLEM-TP is a training

round.

Q. What are the main parts of the RLEM?A. Standoff rod, warhead, pyrotechnic adapter, fuze, bullet trap device and tail section.

Q. What screws into the warhead?A. The standoff rod.

Q. What is the purpose of the standoff rod?A. It provides the best distance between the door and the warhead before it detonates.

Q. What is the purpose of the aluminum disk at the end of the standoff rod?A. It keeps the standoff rod from penetrating into the door.

Q. What kind of round is used to launch the RLEM-TP?A. M195 grenade cartridge.

Q. How many times can the RLEM-TP be used?A. The RLEM-TP can be fired as long as there is not degradation in accuracy.

Q. What are the colors of the RLEM and RLEM-TP?A. Explosive RLEM is black and brown; the RLEM-TP is light blue.

B. ENABLING LEARNING OBJECTIVE B

Transition: Now that you understand the characteristics of the RLEM, we must now learn howto place it into operation. Not placing the RLEM into operation correctly couldresult in a damaged weapon or can cause injury to the firer.

NOTE: Prepare your slide

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Place RLEM/RLEM-TP into operation.

Conditions: During daylight, given a RLEM/RLEM-TP, your assigned rifle,LBE (LBV), Kevlar, BLEPS, gloves and flak vest.

Place the RLEM/RLEM-TP into operation IAW with TM 9-1330-210-12&P.

Learning Step/Activity 1: Inspect the RLEM/RLEM-TP.


NOTE: Safety precautions in AR 385-64, US Army Explosives Safety Program, DA PAM 385-64, Ammunition and Explosive Safety Standards, and AR 385-63, Policies and Procedures forFiring Ammunition for Training, Target Practice and Combat, are applicable for the handling andfiring of this type of munitions.

NOTE: All warning statements and safety precautions discussed in this TSP and outlined in TM9-1330-210-12&P must be strictly enforced.

a. Storage containers: The RLEM container contains tosix rounds, each arranged in three layers, with two RLEMs in each layer, lyinghorizontally in opposite directions. The RLEM-TP storage container contains 20training units, including 5 standoff rods (100 Standoff rods total) and 5 extractingtools (Figure B-1).

RLEM-TP RLEMFIGURE B-1: Storage Containers.

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b. Inspection of the round : Once the RLEM/RLEM-TPhas been removed from the storage container inspect each round for thefollowing:

1) Fins- Check fins to ensure that all fins are present and not damaged. Ifmissing or damaged fins are reported replace the RLEM. The RLEM-TP can

be reused with minimal damage to the tail fins.2) Tail, Adapter, and Warhead- Check for cracks, dents, and any distortion.

Check that the warhead and adapter cannot be opened by hand and that theyare not free or loose. If any are reported replace the RLEM/RLEM-TP. TheRLEM-TP can be fired with minimal damaged to the fins.

3) Standoff rod and button- Ensure that the standoff rods is straight and notbent, and ensure that the standoff button is present. If any are reportedreplace the standoff rod.

4) External Integrity- Check that all RLEM components are in line (head andtail comprise a straight line).

c. Assemble Standoff Rod to the RLEM Grenade: To

assemble the standoff rod, screw the threaded end of the standoff rod into thethreaded end of the RLEM body located just above the warhead (Figure B-2).

NOTE: Assemble the standoff rod to the RLEM should be done at the last cover and concealedposition before firing.

FIGURE B-2: Assembly of Standoff rod to the RLEM.

WARNINGThe recoil pad must be installed, on the M4 series weapon with the

buttstock locked s extended. If installed improperly the recoil of theRLEM/RLEM-TP will damage the buttstock.

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d. Recoil Pad Installation: The recoil pad is used to add weight to the M4 to assistwith the reduction of recoil. The recoil pad is used when firing both the RLEM andRLEM-TP and must be installed prior to the firing of the M4 carbine or the M4MWS.

Extend and lock the buttstock to the s extended position (second

hole) Place cylinder (1) of recoil pad assembly into slide tube of the M4

buttstock.

Unscrew thumb wheel (2) so that M4 butt plate can clear the recoil pad

stop (3).

When the butt edge rests against the recoil pad assembly stop, tighten

the thumb wheel.

If the buttstock is extended beyond the s position with the recoil pad

installed the buttstock will not lock back into place. To lock thebuttstock back in the proper position loosen the thumb wheel on therecoil pad, adjust the buttstock in the proper position (ensure buttstock

is locked) and tighten the thumb wheel on the recoil pad.

Figure B-3: Recoil Pad

d. Carrying Configuration : The RLEM carrying bag allowsfor a safe carrying configuration while maneuvering. The carrying bag can holdtwo RLEMs/RLEM-TPs and two standoff rods. The carrying bag can be worn asa stand-alone backpack; shoulder carried and/or attached to the assault pack withquick release connectors. The RLEM rounds are placed into the carry bag withthe warhead down.

NOTE: Assembly of the RLEM/RLEM-TP will take place once the soldier has reached his last

covered and concealed position prior to engaging the target.

e. Assembly of the RLEM to the Weapon: Once thedesignated firer has reached his last covered and concealed position he willassemble the RLEM to his weapon by doing the following:

1) Estimate range to the target (optimal distance 15 meters).2) Ensure that a magazine is locked and loaded and that the weapon is on safe.3) Remove the RLEM from the carrying bag with your non-firing hand.

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4) Elevate the muzzle of the weapon.5) Slide the open end of the RLEM, located at the bottom of the fin section, over

the barrel of the weapon until contact is made with the muzzle and the lowerportion of the bullet trap.

6) The RLEM is fully assembled to the weapon when there is no free playbetween the muzzle of the weapon and the inside of the RLEM.

NOTE: Conduct a check on learning.

Q. How many RLEMs can be placed into the carry bag?A. 2

Q. Can the RLEM be fired with damaged stabilizer fins?A. No, only the RLEM-TP can be fired with minimal damage to fins.

Q. When installing the recoil pad to an M4, what position must the buttstock be locked in?A. 3/4's extended position.

C. ENABLING LEARNING OBJECTIVE C

Transition: Before conducting a successful breach using the RLEM, the firer must be familiarwith the different types of doors, their characteristics, and the RLEMs ability tobreach the door.

NOTE: Prepare your slide with the characteristics of doors.

Identify Characteristics of different types of doors.

Conditions: Classroom environment with student hand out.Identify all four components of a door and the four door typesIAW this TSP and TM 9-1330-210-12&P.

Learning Step/Activity 1: Characteristics of doors.


NOTE: The RLEM will be used to engage exterior doors only.

a. Genera l. There are many different types of doors. The door types encountereddepend on location (rural area, city, abandoned areas and make-shift), and theirdesign (main entrance, safety door, fire door, or inner door).

The RLEM is designed and most effective against main entrance doors because ofthe way they are constructed. This does not mean that RLEM is less capable againstother door types. This chapter will concentrate on several different door types.

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b. Door Structure . All doors have four main components, which are:

1. Doorframe: The frame is a group of wooden or metal parts that whenassembled form an enclosure and support for the door. The doorframe iswhat determineswhich way the door swings open.

2. Hinges: These are the assemblies that attach the door to the frame andallow it to swing open. The upper hinge supports greater forces than thelower hinge. The bigger and heavier the door is the more hinges will beused.

3. Handle: The handle is located at the opposite side of the hinges. Whenturned, it opens the door.

4. Lock and Bolt assembly: They are located under the handle. When thedoor is locked, the bolt enters into a recess in the doorframe. There areseveral different types of bolts. Some are single metal rods and others aremultiple metal rods. Some doors can have several bolts in differentlocations such as at the top and bottom of the door and even on thehinged side of the door. All installed bolts are opened or closed by a

central locking mechanism that is located near the door handle.

c. Door Types. There are four types of doors that concern infantrymen.

1. Metal Doors. Metal doors are usually heavy and have a metal frame and metalrods inside of it. The rods provide the door with strength and flexibility inresponse to stresses. The RLEM causes the metal door to buckle inward anddislocate from the doorframe.

2. Wooden Doors. Wooden doors are constructed in three ways. They aresolid, have a pressboard center, or a honeycomb center. The RLEM affects allwooden doors the same way. The doors are broken up into several pieces uponexplosion.

3. Dual-Panel Doors. Dual-panel doors have two door panels that are oppositeeach other. They either have one panel that cannot open or both panels swingopen. The effects of the RLEM on dual-panel doors depend on the material ofthe door. Fire the RLEM towards one of the two panels if the doors are madeout of wood. If the doors are metal, fire two RLEM towards the door to makesure the dual-panel doors are breeched.

4. Emergency Doors. It is not recommended to use RLEM against Emergencydoors. Emergency doors open outwards to allow easier and faster exit from aroom. When a RLEM engages and explodes against this door type, the hingesand bolts could bend and get stuck jamming the door into its frame.


Q. What kind of door is the RLEM specifically designed to defeat?A. Main entrance doors.

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Q. What are the four main components of a door?A. Door Frame, Hinges, Handle, Lock and Bolt assembly.

Q. How does the RLEM defeat metal doors?A. The RLEM causes metal doors to buckle inward and dislocate from the doorframe.

Q. How does the RLEM defeat wooden doors?A. The doors are broken up into several pieces upon explosion.

Q. What type of door should not be engaged with the RLEM?A. It is not recommended to use RLEM against Emergency doors.

Q. How many RLEM should be fired at metal dual-panel doors?A. Fire two RLEM towards the door to make sure the metal dual-panel doors are

breeched.

C. ENABLING LEARNING OBJECTIVE

TRANSITION:

WARNINGDo not mix M195 blank grenade cartridge with M200 5.56 standard blank

ammunition. The rounds are very similar and very difficult to identify onefrom another.

Learning Step/Activity 1: Firing positions.Method of instruction: LECTUREInstructor to student ratio is: 1:40Time of instruction: 15 minMedia: Computer with infocus projector and Handout

a. Firing Positions when using the RLEM. An RLEM can be firedfrom the following firing positions: standing, kneeling supported, and when seated.The four fundamentals when firing an RLEM are all the same except for Steady

Engage targets using the RLEM.

Conditions: Given an M16/M4 series rifle, LBE, Kevlar, face shield, flakvest, gloves, a door attached to a frame and/or building, twoRLEM/RLEM-TP's and 5.56 (M855/M856) ball ammunition(RLEM), M195 cartridge (RLEM)

Engage and destroy a standard door with no more than tworounds, to allow a quick and safe entry of friendly forces into

the building.

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Position. When firing the RLEM an extended eye relief must be used due to the highrecoil of the weapon.

b. Kneeling Position and its Advantages. Firing the RLEM is accompanied byconsiderable recoil. Kneeling is the recommended firing position because it providesboth stability and recoil absorption by the body. It also provides for a low silhouette

and allows the gunner the ability to move quickly after the RLEM has been fired.

c. Guidelines for Firing Positions .

1. Fire RLEM from behind cover that helps stabilize the weapon and shields thefirer from enemy fire.

2. Hold rifle butt securely against the shoulder.3. Hold an absolute stable and secure position, due to the recoil that occurs.4. When firing the RLEM, an extended (long) eye relief must be used to protect the

firer from the recoil of the weapon. When firing from the kneeling position-support the hand holding the weapon on the kneeling leg, for additional stability.

Learning Step/Activity 2:Aim Points.


a. Aim Points . The most vulnerable point should be chosen when engaging a doorwith the RLEM. In the majority of cases where the door is still intact the vulnerablepoint is typically the door center, so the point of impact for the RLEM shouldalways be the door center or towards the locking mechanism if its location isknown. This also applies when engaging dual-paneled doors.

In order to achieve a hit at the point of impact the weapon should be aimed to apoint about 16 inches above the desired point of impact when the firer is at adistance of 15 meters. At other ranges the aiming point is adjusted due to theballistic trajectory of the RLEM.

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Figure C-1. Aiming the RLEM

When engaging targets with the RLEM/RLEM-TP the following targetoffsets will be utilized.

15 meters 24 inches (2 feet) above the center of the target

20 meter - 48 inches (4 feet) above the center of the target




WARNINGTo prevent a recoil injury, an extended (long) eye relief must be used when firing the

RLEM/RLEM-TP.

Learning Step/Activity 2: Misfire procedures.


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WARNINGPrior to SQUEEZING the trigger (SPORTS), ensure the round is fully seated and the

weapon is re-aimed towards the target.

a. Weapon Misfire . If a misfire of the weapon occurs, maintain the weapon at anupward angle and apply sports IAW TM 9-1005-319-10, M16/M4 series OperationManual.

WARNING

Never touch or approach an UXO, contact EOD for recovery and disposal.

b. RLEM Misfire . If the RLEM impacts the target and does not explode, then theround must be treated as an Unexploded Ordinance (UXO), contact EODimmediately.

c. Weapon fires but the RLEM is not launched (Hangfire) . If the weapon fires but theRLEM does not leave the barrel place the weapon on safe and place the weaponon the ground. Do not attempt to separate the RLEM from the rifle. Since one ofthe safeties in the RLEM has been deactivated then the munition must be treated

as an UXO contact EOD for proper disposal.


Q. What is the designated aiming point if engaging a target that is 15 meters away?A. 24 inches or 2 feet above center mass of the door.Q. What firing position will provide the firer with a stable firing position and also allow him

to maintain a low silhouette?A. Kneeling position.Q. How many different misfires can be encountered when firing the RLEM and what are

they?A. 3, Weapon misfire, hangfire, and the RLEM fails to detonate.

D. ENABLING LEARNING OBJECTIVE D

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TRANSITION: Before a soldier should be allowed to fire the RLEM the soldiers needs tocomplete a qualification course so that he is able to demonstrate the skillsnecessary to properly and safely employ the RLEM.

Qualify with the RLEM/RLEM-TP

Conditions: Given an M16A2/A3/A4 or an M4 series rifle, LBE, kevlar,eye protection, flak vest, gloves, a door attached to a frameand/or building, 1 RLEM-TP with 5 standoff rods 1 RLEM, 1round 5.56 ball (M855/M856) ammunition (RLEM), 10 roundsM195 grenade blank cartridge (RLEM-TP) per firer.

Put the RLEM into operation and engage each door within 1minute. Must engage 3 out of 5 doors from various anglesand positions using the proper aiming point for the rangeselected IAW this TSP and TM 9-1330-210-12&P.

Learning Step/Activity 1:

Method of instruction: LECTUREInstructor to student ratio is: 1:40Time of instruction: 15 minMedia: Computer with infocus projector and Actual equipment

a. Range Set-up for the RLEM-TP. The number of firing points will be determined bythe amount of firers available for training, range size limitations, and availableresources.

b. Targets. Targets can be actual doors, if available, or 1-inch plywood can beused. Target frames should be constructed to allow for stabilization and easyreplacement of new targets. Each target will be stationary and placed 10-15meters apart from each other, this will allow for each lane to have enough room tofire at different angles to the target (Figure D-1a). Each target will have a 12-inchcircle drawn in the center of the door; this circle is the designated point of impact.

NOTE: As soldiers become more proficient with the RLEM/RLEM-TP additional challenges maybe introduced, such as increasing the angle to the target (not to exceed a 20 degree angle), orconduct training during hours of limited visibility.

c. Firing Lanes. Each firing lane will have at a minimum 5 firing positions; one at 15meters at a 90 degree angle to the target, 2 at 20 meters with 1 at 75 degreeangle left and 1 at 75 degree angle right of the target, and 2 at 25 meters, with 1

at 75 degree angle left and 1 at 75 degree angle right of the target (Figure D-1a).Firing lanes can share left or right firing points as long as all firers aresynchronized while firing. Firing position can be constructed with obstacles thatwill provide the soldier with cover. This will allow the solider to decide on a properfiring position based on suitable cover.

d. Conduct. At the beginning of training each solider will be made aware of thesafety requirements for the RLEM/RLEM-TP. The first firing order will start at the15 meter firing position, and each lane will have a safety (FigureD-1a). All firers

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will be firing at the same time. At each firing position there will be 1 RLEM-TP and1 standoff rod. Once the command is given to fire, each firer will assemble thestandoff rod to the RLEM-TP, slide the RLEM-TP over the barrel of the weaponand then engage the target using the proper offset, all within 1 minute. Theimpact of the RLEM-TP must impact within the 12 inch drawn circle in the middleof the target to be considered as a hit. Once all firers are done they will move (at

the same time) to the 20-meter left (right) angle position and repeat everythingthat was done at the first firing point (Figure D-1b/c). Complete the sameprocedures for the 25-meter target as well. A soldier is considered qualified if 3out of 5 targets have been successfully engage in the allotted amount of time. Apractice record fire and record fire will be conducted. Once the soldier hasqualified he should be given the opportunity to fire an RLEM at an actual door tosee the effects of the munition.

Figure D-1: Range Setup.

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Figure D-2: Target.

e. Firing of the RLEM. Once the soldier has demonstrated his proficiency with theRLEM-TP, the soldier should be given the opportunity to fire the RLEM. This willgive the soldier first hand experience of the capabilities of the RLEM and itseffectiveness in the breaching of a door.

f. Targets . Actual doors should be used if available, but 1-inch plywood can beused. Frames should be constructed to hold the plywood in place and allow forquick replacement of targets.

g. Range . The firing of the RLEM will be limited to Range Control procedures andthe availability of a range that can support the firing of an explosive to munition.


Q. What is the distance between targets?A. 10 meters.Q. What is the maximum angle of engagement?

A. 20 degrees.

Summary:

rifle launched munition

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