TC 3-22.9 — Rifle And Carbine (this Item Is Published W/ Basic Incl C1- C3).
TC 3-22.9 governs rifle and carbine principles, aiming devices, mountable equipment, employment, and movement techniques.
- Publication number: TC 3-22.9
- Title: RIFLE AND CARBINE (THIS ITEM IS PUBLISHED W/ BASIC INCL C1- C3).
- Date: 05/13/2016
- Proponent: T2COM
- Status: ACTIVE
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TC 3-22.9 covers M4- and M16-series weapon characteristics, components, operation, cooling, optics, ammunition, firing positions, shot processes, malfunctions, and movement. It requires familiarity with weapon components and operation, weapon stabilization, and control of the rate of fire.
Topics covered
- M4- and M16-series weapons
- Aiming devices
- Mountable equipment
- Shot process
- Firing positions
- Malfunctions
- Movement techniques
- Small arms ammunition
Questions and answers
What rifles and carbines does TC 3-22.9 identify as the Army standard service rifle?
The Army standard service rifle is either the M16-series rifle or M4-series carbine. (paragraph 2-1)
What must Soldiers know about service rifle components?
Soldiers must be familiar with these items and how they interact during operation. (paragraph 2-2)
What does the propellant in a cartridge do?
The propellant (or powder) provides the energy to propel the projectile through the barrel and downrange towards a target through combustion. (paragraph 9-13)
What must a Soldier do to stabilize a weapon?
The Soldier must stabilize their weapon, whether firing from a stationary position or while on the move. (paragraph 6-29)
What does TC 3-22.9 require during a turn?
The Soldier must maintain the weapon at an exaggerated low-alert carry for the duration of the turn. (paragraph 9-11)