Seabee quarry blasting operations and safety manual. The sniper team s mission is to deliver precision fire. The training location is at the us army engineer center, fort leonard wood, missouri 654736400. Updated october 04, 2017 scott olsongetty images newsgetty images. As part of the armys doctrine 2015 initiative, field manuals fms would continue to. Welcome to the united states army sniper course the united states army sniper course is a seven week course in which the student undergoes rigorous training to become the most feared weapon on the battlefield. The proponent is the us army training and doctrine command. Reviewed in the united states on december 15, 2010.
What are the physical requirements to become a sniper in. Army sniper school candidates discover the key to lethality is a high tolerance for discomfort by don wagner, army news service december 12, 2017. The guide was based on subject matter expert input from the infantry one station unit training osut brigade and the u. Uniform and insignia wear and appearance of army uniforms and. Free pdf versions can be found online that are easier to search and navigate. The sniper operations manual, here after referred to as the som, is the. Army sniper you must currently be in service, not newly enlisted. By order of the secretary of the army and the air force. Us army training and doctrine command tradoc schools. This is where the shooters data book comes in handy. When selecting a pump, and lines, be sure each component is designed to perform at high pressure. Compact semiautomatic sniper system csass the us army, army contracting command, new jersey on behalf of the project manager soldier weapons pmsw, located. May 25, 2017 latest tc 258, dated 10 may 2010, is available at army knowledge online. A sniper team must be able to move and survive in a combat environment.
Keane general, united states army acting chief of staff joel b. This manual is organized as a reference for snipers and leads the trainer. Rifle and carbine, table iv, stages 1 and 2, target requirements example. The us army sniper school was established in 1987, at the infantry center at fort benning, ga, and continues to produce topnotch snipers today. International defence training army catalogue british. Charged with providing longrange, precision fire support on the ground, scout snipers are required to work discreetly in hostile locations while firing their weapon with the utmost accuracy. Each recce troop includes a sniper section which fields 45 2man sniper teams. Retain this sheet in front of manual for reference purposes. Special operations forces reference manual preface t his fourth edition of the special operations forces reference manual was redesigned to support the joint special operations universitys academic mission. The doctrine in this publication conforms with and supports the principles contained in fm 341. Apr 12, 2020 performing as an army sniper requires the highest level of conduct, control, and confidentiality.
The sniper efi system requires a high pressure fuel pump capable of operating at 60 psi with at least 50 gallon per hour of fuel flow more fuel flow may be needed for higher horsepower engines. The united states army sniper is a specially selected volunteer highly trained in. Special forces sniper training and employment bits. Mar 20, 2020 in the 1980s the us army followed suit and started their own sniper school at ft.
The proponent of this manual is the united states army john f. But, like anything else a shooter does, the shooting data must be recorded and recorded accurately to be of any real use. The official us army sniper training and operations manual. Charged with providing longrange, precision fire support on the ground, scout snipers are required to work discreetly in. Fm 2310 sniper training t of c page 1 my army publications. Prepare comments and recommendations using da form 2028 recommended changes to publications and blank forms and forward them directly to department of the army training directorate, sustain division attn. This barcode number lets you verify that youre getting exactly the right version or edition of a book. Unless this publication states otherwise, masculine nouns and pronouns do not refer exclusively to men.
National guardarmy national guard of the united states, army reserve, and army civilian workforce unless otherwise stated. Together, the sniper and observer determine the effects of weather on ballistics. As with all secondary mos, you cant enter directly from boot camp into this job, but the marine corps has considered changing scout sniper to a primary mos due to declining enrollment. A brief description of the principles of attack, defence and reconnaissance is also included. Performing as an army sniper requires the highest level of conduct, control, and confidentiality. Army special forces soldieroperators that request andor then selected by their leaders. The mildots are a versatile tool in the snipers arsenal. Snipers have a proud heritage, which can be traced back to the revolutionary war. In the 1980s the us army followed suit and started their own sniper school at ft. The biggest challenge to getting a coveted slot is the following. This will help the schools doctrine developers and instructors to stay current on sop requirements in the field and will aid in future doctrine and training development. The first month focuses on technology, digital photography and satellite communications. Uniform and insignia wear and appearance of army uniforms. Reloading ammunition is both fun and rewarding for match shooters, hunters, and weekend plinkers alike.
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. Army sniper school was established at fort benning, georgia, in 1987. Candidates for sniper training require careful screening. Da form 7636 sniper target data sheet moving target example. Field manual no 2310 2310 17 august 1994 headquarters department of the army august 1994 page 215. For this reason, you should plan on having a clean military and civilian record, with no record of alcohol or substance abuse, if you want to become an army sniper. Army snipers attend sniper school at fort benning, ga. The center for army lessons learned call at fort leavenworth, kansas has just released call leaders handbook no. Army sniper school was initiated in 1955, right after the korean war ceasefire.
Us army special operations sniper training and employment. What are the physical requirements to become a sniper in the. Other services send a small amount of candidates but the same requirements are needed. Marines with 2nd battalion 8th marine regiment, conduct a precision fires range with m107, m40 and m4 rifles on twentynine palms, california. When you volunteer to undergo sniper training, you accept one of the most demanding challenges the army has to offer. Sniper range card, observation log, and military sketch. Hudson administrative assistant to the secretary of the army. The proponent of this publication is the united states army training and doctrine command tradoc. The second month shifts to the techniques of camouflage. En 5151 engineer course design forms for a concrete wall en5151.
With the increase in civil disorders, the term sniper. Usaf advanced designated marksman course sniper central. A number of mountain leaders and reconnaissance operators in brigade patrol troop, 30. Moreover, this document offers greater insight for those who want to understand the role and way a sniper thinks and operates how they provide a unique skill set to benefit the team. Us army counter sniper guide paladin press us army course mountaineering techniques advanced us army explosives and demolitions manual us army fm 311.
Purpose to train selected combat, combat support, and combat service support unit leaders in leadership skills. Candidates for sniper training must be carefully screened. Terms that have joint or army definitions are identified in both the glossary and the text. The army national guard sniper school was established in 1993 at camp robinson arkansas. Both schools cover shooting techniques, camouflage and stalking an enemy. Its continuous existence reflects the longest sniper training course in the history of the us army and is a testament to the high priority sniper training now enjoys among the armys leadership. Dec 03, 2015 below is a description and requirements. Terms for which fm 622 is the proponent field manual the authority are indicated with an asterisk in the. The preparing agency is the us army infantry school. Benning and included snipers as a permanent part of their organization charts. This field manual provides information needed to train and equip snipers and to aid them in their missions and operations. Marines scout sniper 0317 is a secondary military occupational specialty mos open to marines with certain qualifications. British army snipers are typically found in the recce elements of a battalion in an infantry or armoured regiment. The royal marines have a well earned reputation for being among the best sniper units in the world.
The proponent of this publication is the united states army intelligence center, fort. In addition, it applies to the reserve officers training corps and the corps of cadets, united states military academy, only when their respective uniform regulations do not include sufficient. Annotate any modifications and send a copy of those pages to office of the chief of armor, us army. A sniper platoon deploys 2 sniper sections of 4 2man teams as needed throughout the various companies within the battalion. The united states air force was a bit slower because the role and use of snipers was not nearly as defined for the usaf. Current listing of additional skill identifiers asi and. Royal marine snipers may be found in the recce troops of 40, 42 and 45 commando. The center for army lessons learned publishes snipers. The purpose of this manual is to provide doctrinal guidance on. Armys foundation is confident and competent leaders of character. Purpose fm 22100 is a singlesource reference for all army leaders. The mildot reticle is the standard for most of the sniper rifles and, as well, there are others that will also be covered. The army sniper school lasts five weeks, while the marine corps course lasts 10 weeks. The rigorous training program and the great personal risk in combat require high mo ivation and the ability to learn a variety of highly.
Snipers in both the army and the marine corps, the two main branches employing them, must be male. Army special operations forces unconventional warfare. Holley sniper efi fuel injection installation manual. Scout snipers are some of the most elite warriors within the united states marine corps. It is intended for use by commanders, staffs, trainers, snipers, and soldiers at training posts, army schools, and units. Army sniper school candidates discover the key to lethality. The seal who has passed all of the above requirements may be invited to sniper school, which consists of three months of training 12 hours a day, seven days a week. Active army, army national guard, and united states army reserve. This manual covers all aspects of being a sniper in arma 2.
Mar 18, 2020 united states army sniper course site. National guard army national guard of the united states, army reserve, and army civilian workforce unless otherwise stated. Purpose to train selected combat, combat support, and combat service support unit leaders in. The aim of this manual is to introduce some of the fundamental tactical principles as drilled into german soldiers during the second world war. Additional information night firing is accomplished in the same process as the day qualification.
This manual applies to the active army, the army national guard arngarmy national guard of the united states arngus, and the united states army reserve usar unless otherwise stated. Army, navy, marine corps, and air force special operations forces sof. It also gives extra elevation adjustments when shooting past a sniper systems weapon range. This manual focuses mainly upon the individual infantryman and the infantry section or gruppe in combat.
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