M240/MAG58/MK48

This course is designed to expand your operational capabilities and manipulation skills with the M240B, M240G, M240N and the MAG-58 Machineguns.

• Learn the safe and proper handling of the machinegun to include its maintenance and operation.
• Characteristics and general data will be covered as well as the proper disassembly/assembly; cleaning, lubrication and function checks of the machinegun will be performed.
• All variants and modifications to the M240 series machineguns will be covered in depth.
• We will discuss the use and assembly of bipod, tripod and vehicular mounting systems as available.
• Fine-tune your loading/unloading procedures. We will also cover the identification, location and replacement procedures for worn or broken parts.
• Emergency procedures for the following conditions will be covered and performed in depth: malfunctions, stoppages, immediate action and remedial action.
• Understand the different types of ammunition, optical and night vision equipment as well as various accessories available for the M240 series machineguns.
• Learn how and when to properly replace the barrel of the machinegun, and how to properly install the blank firing adapter.
• Conduct proper zeroing procedures and understand the capabilities of the machinegun with relation to trajectory and classifications of fire.
• Learn to handle the machinegun with extreme confidence and perform various techniques of live fire drills on assorted targets while under stress.
• Learn to handle the machinegun as a single machinegun operator or as part of a crew-served weapons team.
• An optional third day of training will cover air or waterborne operations.

Personnel Equipment List

To register for this course, please read and complete the Training Application in its entirety.