MCO 3574.2M — Marine Corps Combat Marksmanship Programs

MCO 3574.2M governs Marine Corps combat marksmanship programs, including initial and annual service rifle and pistol qualification.

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  • Publication number: MCO 3574.2M
  • Title: MARINE CORPS COMBAT MARKSMANSHIP PROGRAMS
  • Date: 6 Apr 2022
  • Proponent: 03000 Operations & Readiness
  • Status: Current

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It covers entry-level rifle training, annual rifle qualification, Marine Forces Reserve training, and the Combat Pistol Program. It requires training and evaluations, equipment, range and target standards, scoring, classifications, remediation, and reporting.

Applies to: This Order is applicable to the Marine Corps Total Force.

Topics covered

  • Entry-level rifle training
  • Annual rifle qualification
  • Combat Pistol Program
  • Range and target requirements
  • Qualification scores
  • Failure and remediation
  • Coaching regulations
  • Scoring procedures

Questions and answers

Who must ensure Marines receive training under MCO 3574.2M?

Commanders of all Marine Corps organizations shall ensure their Marines are trained in accordance with this Order. (paragraph 4)

What weapons must Marines be trained to employ?

All Marines will be trained to effectively employ the individual service weapons with which they are assigned. (paragraph 4)

What rifle training must student Officers and Enlisted Recruits complete?

Student Officers undergoing TBS and Enlisted Recruits, while undergoing recruit training at Weapons Field Training Battalion (WFTBN) Parris Island or Edson Range, must complete Table 1 and Table 2 training. (paragraph 2)

What position is authorized for Combat Pistol Program firing?

CPP is fired only from an unsupported standing position. The body is upright, both feet are in contact with the ground and the weapon is directly supported by the shooter’s hands. (paragraph 4)

Where must Combat Pistol Program scores be entered?

All scores must be entered into MCTIMS regardless of a passing or failing score in accordance with chapter 1. (paragraph 7)

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