The us armys maneuver center of excellence has released training circular 322. Commanders must screen the individuals records for potential aptitude as a sniper. Field manual no 2310 2310 17 august 1994 headquarters department of the army august 1994 page 215. Marine sniper training the first 2 weeks of usmc scout sniper training. Site should be 800 to 1,000 meters long positioned with a observerinstructor as a target at one end with. We structure training to fit the needs of the client. Candidates for sniper training require careful scre ening. Special forces sniper training and employment fm 305. Former army sniper has four vital tips to make you a. The rigorous training program and the increased personal risk in combat require high motivation and the ability to learn a variety of skills. Sniper training, fm 2310, combined with special forces sniper training and employment, fm 305.
Fm 2310 chapter 2 equipment this chapter describes the equipment necessary for the sniper to effectively peform his mission. Dont let the wording fool you both men are trained well in sniping. United states marine corps scout sniper mos 0317, formerly 8541 is a secondary mos military occupational specialty designator of u. The intent of this training circular was to create uniformity within the sniper community, and to align sniper training and employment with current u. His job is to deliver discriminatory highly accurate rifle fire. M24 malfunctions and corrections section ill, sniper sighting devices. Sniper training, plus 500 free us military manuals and us army field manuals when you sample this book take a look at the sample for this book and for details about downloading 500 free us military manuals as a thank you for taking the time to look at our book.
While other gunmen rush the front lines, snipers take fight from a distance. Candidates for sniper training require careful screening. Sniper training matrix content and hours after graduating from a comprehensive police sniper school, sniper team members must receive ongoing training yearround to maintain their operational readiness. Special forces sniper training and employment this eprint c clandestine press 2007 fm 3 05. The current us army sniper weapon system is the m24. This field manual provides information needed to train and equip snipers and to aid them in their missions and. The utah facility offers one of the few true high angle shooting ranges in the nation. The sniper carries only what is essential to successfully complete his mission. Snipers are one of the most important parts of any military team. Participants will be trained in the areas of tactical precision shooting and observation skills. For all other information regarding adjustments, removal of oil seals, clutch, transfer box and gearbox unit, consult the appropriate repair manual for the. Army special forces sniper training and employment 3. An advanced training manual for military and police snipers updated and expanded edition updated and expanded ed 10.
Hes even going back for more, returning soon to iraq as a contracted sniper in baghdad. It provides a reference for developing training programs. Special forces sniper school formerly special operations target interdiction course sotic manual department of. Well let me introduce to you the most experienced scout sniper i. An illustration of a computer application window wayback machine an illustration of an open book.
The latest technologies high quality electronic pubs and forms view u. United states marine corps scout sniper mos 0317, formerly 8541 is. Marine sniper training the first 2 weeks of usmc scout. Fm 8106 medical evacuation in a theater of operations.
Personnel must have a common access card to access the training circular. A mans head and shoulders appeared, looking toward the sniper. Aspiring snipers must have an excellent personal re cord. A rifle marksmanship diagnostic and training guide was deve loped to assist army drill sergeants diagnose and train soldiers in the initial entry training iet environment. Rance, writer for the sniper training circular highlights what snipers can expect with the new manual. This document is a framework of necessary annual content, hours and justification for a police sniper skills maintenance program. The official us army special forces sniper handbook. It provides specific guidance on the nature, role, candidate selection, organization, and employment of sniper personnel. For those who it is written for its one of the best books on the subject. Fm 2310 preface this field manual provides information needed to train and equip snipers. Us army special operations sniper training and employment.
Ufouo sniper tactics and effects on the us homeland primary sniper weapons of the world sniper sustainment training counter sniper guide fm 305. Scout sniper manual pdf counter sniper guide en 5151. Counter sniper guide, en 5151 engineer course design forms for a concrete wall en5151. The guide was based on subject matter expert input from the infantry one station unit training osut brigade and the u. Snipers generally have specialized training and are equipped with highprecision rifles and highmagnification optics, and often feed tactical information back to their units or command headquarters. Dec 07, 2015 marine sniper training the first 2 weeks of usmc scout sniper training. Scout snipers must earn the rank of lance corporal, be selected by their battalion to join the scoutsniper platoon, and complete an.
Sniper training, fm 2310, combined with special forces. Scout sniper training manual pdf 31 40mm grenade launcher m203 february 2003 version 2. Fm 7100 opposing force doctrinal framework and strategy. Introduction the sniper has special abilities, training and equipment. All structured data from the file and property namespaces is available under the creative commons cc0 license. Files are available under licenses specified on their description page. Youre a new student at the military academy, and sniper training begins today. The marines offer a tremendous program that trains eligible sniper candidates in all branches of the armed services. The woman whirled round and fell with a shriek into the gutter. The 4day law enforcement sniper training course is designed to train specially selected individuals. There are certain situations which the sniper will have to operate alone which means he has no spotter and takes on all roles. An insurgent sniper training manual posted on the internet contained. They are from various law enforcement agencies to properly utilize highpowered precision rifles. Fm 31203 foreign internal defense tactics, techniques, and.
Hes served three tours of duty a total of 36 months in iraq and afghanistan as an army recon sniper. Special forces sniper school formerly special operations target interdiction course sotic manual department of the army 4. Snipers are the multi role soldiers employed under various circumstance like evacuation, support to the foot soldiers, protection of convoys, target killings in restricted areas. Preparation for debriefing countersniper operation reaction to enemy sniper fire page 511 511 5 5 5 514. The usmc scout sniper school is widely regarded in the military as the finest sniper training program.
Marine corps scoutsniper training manual 9780879470944. Aspiring snipers must have an excellent personal record. Army da administrative publications and forms by the army publishing directorate apd. The official us army sniper training and operations manual. Suddenly from the opposite roof a shot rang out and the sniper dropped his. Accuracy 1st has worked with marine corps and sof snipers. United states marine corps scout sniper mos 0317, formerly 8541 is a secondary mos military occupational specialty. The ultimate sniper is targeted to both police and military snipers. The few candidates who are chosen to attend the school typically represent the some of the finest that branch of the service.
Its a training manual and it serves a specific purpose. Support more free survival info, by following us on. Students may bring any type of sniper weapon system which is employed by their unit with the following restrictions. Us government, usmc development education command staff. Military manuals pdf survival training and classes, sere. The rigorous training program and the increased per sonal risk in combat require high motivation and the ability to learn a variety of skills. Betts was in the iraqi city of ramadi in 2006 and 2007 when it was one of the most dangerous areas in the entire c. A sniper is a militaryparamilitary marksman who engages targets from positions of concealment or at distances exceeding the targets detection capabilities. Marine corps infantrymen and reconnaissance marines that have graduated from a u.
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