Advanced Marksman Training
Objective:
Develop Advanced Marksmen as reliable, highly skilled snipers within a platoon, squad, or team. Focus on exceptional shooting skills, positioning, and defensive contingency planning using tools like C4 and smokes.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Deliver precise fire support in diverse combat scenarios.
- Utilize map skills to find optimal firing positions.
- Deploy C4 for defensive purposes only (block roads, create panic, cover retreat).
- Maintain stealth, situational awareness, and clear escape routes.
- Provide accurate updates to your TL using clear communication skills.
Kit:
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Weapons:
- Primary: M112 Rifle with thermal, NVG-compatible, and standard scopes.
- Secondary: Sidearm for close-quarters combat.
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Explosives:
- 5 C4 charges with 3 detonators (contingency use only).
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Tools:
- Advanced range binoculars for manual ranging.
- 6 smoke grenades for concealment and distraction.
Skills:
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Advanced Map Reading and Positioning:
- Find ideal positions for precision shooting and escape routes.
- Use terrain features (ridges, reverse slopes, tree lines) for concealment.
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C4 Use for Contingency:
- Set traps to delay or panic enemy forces, or block pursuit routes.
- Combine with smoke grenades for maximum disruption.
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Precision Shooting:
- Engage moving or multiple targets under stress.
- Maintain accuracy while out of breath or repositioning.
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Radio Communication:
- Accurately report enemy movements to your TL.
- Communicate clearly and concisely under pressure to the TL.
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PACE Planning:
- Always have a Primary, Alternate, Contingency, and Emergency plan for every scenario.
Drills:
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Basic Proficiency (Must Pass 100%):
- Target Engagement (300+ Meters): 10/10 kill shots at various elevations (flat, uphill, downhill).
- Moving Target Drill: Engage fast-moving targets with accurate lead timing.
- PID Drill: Identify and engage armed combatants while avoiding civilians.
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Advanced Drills:
- Close-Quarters Hip Accuracy: Hit 10/10 targets using hip fire.
- Simultaneous Target Engagement: Hit two targets at 300+ meters before reaction, both mounted and unmounted.
- Crowd Scan: Identify concealed armed threats among civilians, even though they will only have a concealed sidearm, by scanning their behavior.
- High-Speed Moving Targets: Engage and neutralize fast-moving targets with precision.
- Escape Planning: Use PACE and combine C4 and smokes to escape or delay enemy forces.
Tactical Guidelines:
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Stealth:
- Avoid consecutive shots to prevent detection.
Key Takeaways:
- Operate as a reliable sniper within your squad or platoon.
- Precision and adaptability are critical in combat scenarios.
- Use tools like C4 and smokes for self-protection, not offense.
- Always prioritize stealth, situational awareness, and clear communication.
Complete this training to become an advanced asset in your team.