2. 1.Characteristics 2.Zero Procedures 3.Qualification Standards 4.Summary

3. WEIGHT (pounds): approx 9.23 LENGTH (inches): 39.63 OPERATIONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Barrel rifling-right hand 1 twist (inches)= 7Barrel rifling-right hand 1 twist (inches)= 7 Muzzle velocity (feet per second)= 3,100Muzzle velocity (feet per second)= 3,100 Cyclic rate of fire (rounds per minute) = 800Cyclic rate of fire (rounds per minute) = 800 Fires either Semiautomatic or Three-round BurstFires either Semiautomatic or Three-round Burst

4. MAXIMUM EFFECTIVE RATE OF FIRE: Semiautomatic (rounds per minute)=45 Burst (3-round bursts) (rounds per minute)= 90 Sustained (rounds per minute) = 12-15 RANGE (meters): Maximum range = 3,600 Maximum effective range Point target = 550 Point target = 550 Area target = 600 Area target = 600

5. 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 weld and a more natural cheek to stock weld

6. Mounting Knobs Elevation Knob Rear Sight Aperture

7. To remove carrying handle: 1.Unscrew mounting knobs counter clockwise 2.Lift carrying handle off upper receiver

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

9. Accessories may be mounted on the top, left and right sideAccessories may be mounted on the top, left and right side of the RAS of 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.

10. Rail Cover/ Heat Shield Protects the shooter’s hand from direct contact with the Protects the shooter’s hand from direct contact with the metal parts of the RAS metal parts of the RAS Protects the RAS surfaces from excess wear and damage Protects 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

11. Rail Covers/ Heat Shield Removal 1. 1.Apply thumb pressure to the center of the spring latch 2. 2.Slide in the desired direction spring latch

12. Address Markings Assists the user in remounting an accessory in the same Assists the user in remounting an accessory in the same position to repeat zero position to repeat zero Allows standardization on precisely where to mount Allows standardization on precisely where to mount certain accessories certain accessories Address Markings Assists the user in remounting an accessory in the same Assists the user in remounting an accessory in the same position to repeat zero position to repeat zero Allows standardization on precisely where to mount Allows standardization on precisely where to mount certain accessories certain accessories Address Marking

13. 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 circle 4CM circle Majority of the round must be inside the circleMajority of the round must be inside the circle

14. Mechanically Zeroing the M16A4. 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).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). Adjust the elevation knob (3) counterclockwise, when viewed from above, 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 handle.Adjust the elevation knob (3) counterclockwise, when viewed from above, 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 handle. 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 0-200 meter aperture with the long center index line (8) on the rear sight assembly. 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 0-200 meter aperture with the long center index line (8) on the rear sight assembly.

15. Adjust the elevation knob (1) counterclockwise, when viewed from above, 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 the detachable carrying handle.Adjust the elevation knob (1) counterclockwise, when viewed from above, 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 the detachable carrying handle. 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 knob.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 knob. 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 0-200 meter aperture with the long center index line (6) on the rear sight assembly.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 0-200 meter aperture with the long center index line (6) on the rear sight assembly. Battle sight Zero the M16A4.

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

17. 1.M16A4 is similar in operation to the M16A2 2.Has a detachable carrying handle 3.Comes standard with the M5 RAS 4.Zeroing the iron sight is similar to the M16A2 5.Qualification standards are the same