FM 23-8: U.S. Rifle 7.62-mm M14 | T.REX ARMS Field Manual Vault

FM 23-8 U.S. Rifle 7.62-mm M14

FM 23-8

U.S. Rifle 7.62-mm M14

Army · FM · Dec 1959 · 87 pages

About

1. Purpose and Scope a. This manual is a guide for commanders and instructors in presenting instruction and training in the mechanical operation of the M14 rifle. It includes a detailed description of the rifle and its general characteristics; procedures for detailed disassembly and assembly; an explanation of functioning; a discussion of the types of stoppages and the immediate action applied to reduce them; a description of the ammunition used; and instructions on the care, cleaning, and handling of both the weapon and ammunition. b. Marksmanship training is covered i 23-5 an 232. Importance of Mechanical Training The rifle is the infantryman's basic weapon. It gives him an individual and powerful capability for combat.

DesignationFM 23-8

EditionDec 1959

StatusSuperseded

Pages87

FunctionMarksmanship Weapons

CollectionHistoric

Public domain (U.S. Government work)

References 10

FM 23Not in the Vault
FM 2Not in the Vault