MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE A BFV RANGE TRAINING FACILITY 1

MASTER GUNNER COURSE Terminal Learning Objective Action: Establish and Operate a BFV range training facility. Conditions: Given FM , and a requirement to understand the fundamentals of establishing and operating a BFV live fire range in a classroom and range training area. Standards: The student must correctly identify the procedures involved with establishing and operating a BFV range training facility IAW FM and pass a written examination with 80% accuracy. 2

MASTER GUNNER COURSE SAFETY REQUIREMENTS: NONE RISK ASSESMENT LEVEL: LOW ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS: NONE EVALUATION: UPON COMPLETION OF THIS SESSION YOU’LL BE EVALUATED WITH A WRITTEN EXAMINATION IAW FM YOU MUST RECEIVE A MININUM OF 80% TO GET A GO BEFORE RANGE WEEK STARTS. LEAD-IN: DURING THE LAST LESSON, YOU WERE.

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ENABLING LEARNING OBJECTIVE ACTION: Explain the two types of Bradley Firing Ranges CONDITIONS:In a classroom environment, given a writing instrument, FM , notepaper, and a requirement to explain the characteristics of the two types of Bradley firing ranges. STANDARDS: The student must correctly identify the characteristics and requirements of temporary and permanent firing range 3

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY PERMANENT FIRING RANGES TEMPORARY FIRING RANGES 4

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY PERMANENT FIRING RANGES Normally designed by a Post Range Control Facility Has a SDAD designating firing lines and maneuver areas Safety limits identified on the ground and map of the area Designated for a specific type weapon, ammo, or gunnery table Can not be modified or used for other types of firing without approval from the range control officer. 5

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY TEMPORARY FIRING RANGES Established to fill specific needs: Sub-caliber gunnery range CALFEX range Approved range overlay and SDAD will be required 6

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY ENABLING LEARNING OBJECTIVE ACTION: Explain the procedures for selecting a proper range training site CONDITIONS:In a classroom environment, given a writing instrument, FM , notepaper, and a requirement to properly select a range training site. STANDARDS:The student must be able to explain the procedures used to select a suitable training site IAW the needs of the particular training event 7

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY SITE SELECTION Before selection, make detailed map and ground recon Range must be large enough to conduct required training Site must accommodate the desired weapons and ammo Are there defilade firing positions, maneuver areas and realistic target arrays Coordinate with range control before unit occupies the range or training area. 8

ENABLING LEARNING OBJECTIVE ACTION: Conduct range training area recon CONDITIONS: Given FM , In a classroom environment explain the requirements involved in a training area recon. STANDARDS: The student must correctly identify the procedures involved in the conduct of a range training area recon. 9 MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY

RANGE AND TRAINING AREA RECON OIC, MG, NCOIC SHOULD PERSONALLY CONDUCT A RECON 10

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY AREAS TO BE CHECKED DURING RECON Routes to the range training area How many vehicles can fire simultaneously Hull down defilade positions Range limit markers (visibility) Tower available / condition 11

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY LOCATION OF THE FOLLOWING AREAS Ammo pad Firing line / maneuver area Briefing / debriefing area Maintenance area Parking areas / tower Helipad Aid station 12

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY CONSIDERATIONS Barriers and guard post (must be closed) Boresight panel 1200 meters Who furnishes targets / supplies or training devices on the range What requirements are necessary for target operator or detail Ammo to be used on the range Is the range clear of duds 13

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY ENABLING LEARNING OBJECTIVE ACTION: Explain the duties and responsibilities of key range personnel CONDITIONS: In a classroom environment, given FM STANDARDS :The Master Gunner student must correctly define the duties of key range personnel as listed in AR and FM

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY RANGE TRAINING AREA PERSONNEL Officer in Charge Range Safety Officer Master Gunner Non-Commissioned Officer in Charge Bradley Crew Evaluator Beachmaster 15

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY RANGE TRAINING AREA PERSONNEL (cont.) Fire-fighting detail Target NCO Medics Radio Operator 16

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY DUTIES OF KEY PERSONNEL Opening the range During the range Closing the range 17

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY DUTIES OF KEY PERSONNEL Arrives at the range or training site before the unit. Checks communication and for live-fire exercise, ensures the back up commo is available. Briefs the Safety Officer, evaluator and the unit that will be trained. Ensures the range equipment is present and operational OIC 18

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY DUTIES OF KEY PERSONNEL NCOIC Sets up additional training areas. Supervises ammunition, targets and administrative details 19

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY DUTIES OF KEY PERSONNEL SAFETY OFFICER OR SAFETY NCO Ensures that barriers are closed or range guards are posted and briefed on their duties. Ensures that no live ammo is present on a non-firing range. Supervises placing of vehicles in the correct order for firing/ training. 20

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY DUTIES OF KEY PERSONNEL Inspects storage, handling and lot numbers for restricted or suspended AMMO. IAW TB Inspects medics and vehicles. Inspects DA Form for each M242 fired. Gives safety briefing before all live-fire exercises. 21

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY DUTIES OF KEY PERSONNEL Master Gunner Gives final briefing to Bradley Crew evaluators. Ensures that the concurrent training is set up. Arrives at the range or training site before the firing unit. 22

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY DUTIES OF KEY PERSONNEL During the Exercise 23

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY DUTIES OF KEY PERSONNEL The OIC Controls the firing or live fire exercises. Maintains throughput within units going through the course. Maintains all required commo. 24

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY DUTIES OF KEY PERSONNEL NCOIC Supervises all details. Controls movement or personnel from firing positions to additional training and other administrative areas. 25

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY DUTIES OF KEY PERSONNEL Safety Officer or Safety NCO Ensures that misfires are handled in accordance with safety regulation (AR Policies and Procedures for firing AMMO for Training Target Practice). Observes for any safety violations. Clears each Bradley on completion of exercise. 26

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY DUTIES OF KEY PERSONNEL Master Gunner Ensures that range firing is conducted IAW the appropriate gunnery table. Conducts remedial training on site as needed. Supervises BCE’s Assists safety personnel in clearing weapons when required. 27

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY DUTIES OF KEY PERSONNEL Assists maintenance with trouble shooting and correcting malfunctions when required. Assists the commander in determining or verifying alibi conditions. 28

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY DUTIES OF KEY PERSONNEL Closing the Range 29

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY DUTIES OF KEY PERSONNEL The OIC Notifies range control that firing has terminated. Debriefs unit personnel. Ensures that the range or training area in cleared IAW local regulations and SOP. 30

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY DUTIES OF KEY PERSONNEL NCOIC Supervises AMMO/target details. Ensures that range facilities have been policed. 31

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY DUTIES OF KEY PERSONNEL Master Gunner Ensures all DA Form are up-to-date. 32

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY DUTIES OF KEY PERSONNEL AMMO NCOIC Ensures no munition are removed from the range by unauthorized personnel. Prepares residue certificates required by the ammunition supply point. 33

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY REQUIRED PERSONNEL OFFICER IN CHARGE Responsible for entire range or training site Planing, preparing, coordinating, and executing training exercise Designates assistants for specific areas All personnel report to OIC regarding their duties 34

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY NOTE: AR Chapter 4 lists an overview of the duties to be completed or supervised by the OIC 35

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY REQUIRED PERSONNEL RANGE SAFETY OFFICER Commissioned Officer, Warrant Officer, or Non- Commissioned Officer (SSG or higher) who is weapon system qualified. RSO is a direct representative of the OIC and does not have any other responsibility during range firing other than the following duties: 36

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY REQUIRED PERSONNEL RANGE SAFETY OFFICER (cont.) Enforces all safety regulations Ensures that all ammo is handled correctly Enforces smoking restrictions near vehicles, ammunitions, and POL Ensures that misfires are handled as stated in AR Investigates and reports accidents IAW all regulations 37

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY REQUIRED PERSONNEL RANGE SAFETY OFFICER (cont.) Ensures that weapons on live-fire ranges are pointed towards the impact area Ensures that personnel are clear of the danger area Checks all DA Forms for proper combination of barrel, receiver, feeder, and round count 38

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY REQUIRED PERSONNEL MASTER GUNNER The Master Gunner is the commander’s gunnery technical advisor. He assists the commander and the staff in planning, developing, and conducting gunnery training. His range duties include: Prepares a surface danger area diagram and range overlay Prepares scaled ranges if required Organizes range firing exercises 39

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY REQUIRED PERSONNEL NCOIC The NCOIC coordinates and supervises all details and assists the OIC and the RSO in operating the range or training area 40

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY REQUIRED PERSONNEL BRADLEY CREW EVALUATORS Enforces required safety precautions Acts as an evaluator during practice Acts as an evaluator during qualification Conducts an AAR after completion of firing Debriefs crews at completion of firing Confers with OIC on any scoring discrepancy 41

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY REQUIRED PERSONNEL TARGET NCO Ensures that targets are the type, color, and scale required Ensures that the target detail is proficient on operation and troubleshooting procedures of target mechanisms Ensures that there are enough spare targets, target mechanisms, batteries, and other equipment necessary Reports to the OIC any mechanical malfunction that requires replacement 42

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY REQUIRED PERSONNEL MEDICS Know how to get to the nearest aid station or hospital Know RTO procedures for use during air evacuations Have an identification card (medical) or a memorandum from his commander stating that he is a qualified medic Be equipped for the mission 43

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY REQUIRED PERSONNEL OTHER PERSONNEL Fire fighting detail RTO Bunker personnel (if necessary) 44

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY ENABLING LEARNING OBJECTIVE ACTION: Identify equipment needed for tactical and gunnery exercises. CONDITIONS:In a classroom environment, FM , and a requirement to identify the different types of equipment needed for tactical and gunnery exercises. STANDARDS: The student must correctly identify the different types of equipment needed for tactical and gunnery exercises. 45

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY Range/Training Area Layout for Tactical Training Tactical training is conducted either on ranges or in training areas, whichever is available. Most of the preparation that goes into a gunnery exercises also applies in tactical training. Configuration of the course depends on the local terrain. Each task must be adjusted to fit specific terrain, so tasks probably will not follow as they appear in a particular table IAW FM

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY RANGE EQUIPMENT GUNNERY AND TACTICAL EXERCISES Current gunnery standards for the table being conducted Targets, control mechanisms, and repair equipment Range regulations Flashlights for scores Batteries for lights and radios Vehicle recovery assets 47

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY RANGE EQUIPMENT GUNNERY AND TACTICAL EXERCISES (cont.) Evaluator Communications Briefing tent Scorecards Stopwatches Binoculars 48

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY RANGE EQUIPMENT GUNNERY AND TACTICAL EXERCISES (cont.) Night vision devices with enough batteries Field phones, as required Fire fighting equipment Vehicles:Target detail, fire fighting, back up aid and gunnery evaluators 49

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY RANGE EQUIPMENT GUNNERY AND TACTICAL EXERCISES (cont.) Generators to power light sets Equipment for concurrent training Boresight equipment Other expendable supplies Required regulations: TMs, FMs, SOPs, maps, overlays FM radio sets and antennas 50

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY RANGE EQUIPMENT GUNNERY EXERCISES Range flag and range light Flag sets for vehicles Compass Ballistics firing tables TACTICAL EXERCISES Miles equipment OPFOR equipment OPFOR personnel 51

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY ENABLING LEARNING OBJECTIVE ACTION: Write a Battalion level SOP CONDITIONS: In a classroom environment, FM , and a requirement to explain what information should be included in a Battalion level SOP STANDARDS:The Student must correctly identify the information that should be included in a Battalion Level SOP 52

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY BATTALION LEVEL RANGE SOP Saves time and energy Includes guidelines for operating a range Describes actions taken for specific tasks Coordinating with maintenance teams Operating moving targets Replacing targets 53

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY Conducting range scenario Policing the range Departing the range Test firing weapons 54

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY RANGE TRAINING LAYOUT FOR GUNNERY A WELL ORGANIZED RANGE ENSURES: Maximum firing time Start time on schedule Finish time on schedule Orderly range clearance 55

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY ENABLING LEARNING OBJECTIVE ACTION: Construct a maneuver box CONDITIONS: Given FM , and a requirement to explain the steps taken to calculate the dimensions of the maneuver box. STANDARDS: The MG student must correctly explain the steps taken to calculate the dimensions of a maneuver box. 56

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY MANEUVER BOX Designed for offensive engagements Adjustable for prescribed vehicle speed, distance available or target range band 57

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY MANEUVER BOX WITH GIVEN VEHICLE SPEED Vehicle speed X = Meters per second (mps) MPS X Target exposure time + target lift time EXAMPLE: 12 mph X = (mps) X (42+8) = maneuver box length: 268 meters NOTE: If the number in the tenths position is 5 or more, round up to the next greater whole number! 58

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY ADJUST VEHICLE SPEED TO GIVEN MANEUVER BOX LENGTH Given maneuver box length 268 meters 268 divided by target exposure and lift time (50 sec) = MPS MPS divided by = MPH EXAMPLE: 268 / 50 = / = Vehicle speed = 12 MPH NOTE: If the number in the tenths position is 5 or more, round up to the next greater whole number! 59

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY ENABLING LEARNING OBJECTIVE ACTION: Identify Types of Targets CONDITIONS:Given a FM , and a requirement to identify the type of targets available for use during BFV Gunnery. STANDARDS:The student must gain the knowledge so that he can correctly identify the types of targets used for BFV gunner 60

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY TARGETS Full scale targets should be of the same shape, size, and color as the threat targets they represent. TC 25-8 describes targets, target mechanisms, and target control in detail. HARD TARGETS Old tank hulls, turrets, APCs, and wheeled vehicles Used where ricochets do not present safety hazards 61

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY TARGETS (cont.) SOFT TARGETS Made from target cloth or wood Targets should be olive drab in color TARGET KILL CUES Target drops Indicator lights Smoke 62

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY ENABLING LEARNING OBJECTIVE ACTION: Explain the use of signal flags CONDITIONS: Given a FM and a requirement to explain the use of signal flags during BFV Gunnery. STANDARDS: The student must correctly explain the use of signal flags during BFV gunner 63

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY SIGNAL FLAGS RED GREEN RED-YELLOW GREEN-YELLOW RED-GREEN 64

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY SIGNAL FLAGS Red- vehicle engaging in firing. Weapons are loaded, pointing at the target area, and electrical safety and manual safety are off. Green- weapon cleared and elevated, electrical safety and manual safety are on. All ammo on board the vehicle is either loaded in the ready or stowed. Yellow- malfunction on vehicle. It’s used in conjunction with red or green flag: 65

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY SIGNAL FLAGS Yellow and Red- malfunction or misfire; weapons are pointing at the target area and are not clear. Yellow and Green- malfunction and weapons are clear electrical safety and manual safety are on. 66

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY SIGNAL FLAGS Red and green- vehicle is preparing to fire or crew is conducting a non-firing exercise. 25-mm gun feeder may be loaded but the bolt is in the sear position, and electrical safety and manual safety are on. 67

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY ENABLING LEARNING OBJECTIVE ACTION: Identify Training Tips CONDITIONS: Given a FM and a requirement to identify the training tips outlined in FM STANDARDS: The student must correctly explain the use of training tips outlined in FM and how they serve as an aid to training 68

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY TRAINING TIPS Brief key personnel Start on time Use Range marker lights Plan for illumination Keep accurate log Brief guards 69

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY TRAINING TIPS (cont.) Be prepared for fires Police the area Brief visitors Check safety markers Coordinate for ammunition Concurrent / Remedial training Recovery vehicle OPFOR personnel 70

MASTER GUNNER COURSE ESTABLISH AND OPERATE RANGE TRAINING FACILITY ENABLING LEARNING OBJECTIVE ACTION: Explain scaled ranges CONDITIONS:Given an FM and a requirement to explain the uses of scaled ranges for BFV gunnery training. STANDARDS:The student must correctly identify and explain the use of scaled ranges during BFV gunnery training. 71