Trigger Pull Testing M16A2 Rifle and M4 Carbine

Abstract

Using the current procedures of MIL-R-63997 for M16A2 Rifles, 22% of random trigger pulls taken failed the requirement of 5.5 - 9.5 pounds. Based upon an acceptable failure rate of 1%, trigger pull shall be taken three consecutive times with a requirement of 5.5 to 11.0 pounds. Using the current procedures of MIL-C-70599 for M4 Carbines, 65% of random trigger pulls taken failed the requirement of 5.5 - 9.5 pounds. Based upon a acceptable failure rate of 1%, trigger pull shall be taken three consecutive times with a requirement of 6.5 - 12.3 pounds. Trigger Pull, M16A2 Rifle, M4 Carbine

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Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Aug 01, 1993
Accession Number
ADA271577

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