Advanced Marksman Training

Jack T
Jack T
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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:
  • Weapons:
    • Primary: M112 Rifle with thermal, NVG-compatible, and standard scopes.
    • Secondary: Sidearm for close-quarters combat.
  • Explosives:
    • 5 C4 charges with 3 detonators (contingency use only).
  • Tools:
    • Advanced range binoculars for manual ranging.
    • 6 smoke grenades for concealment and distraction.
Skills:
  1. Advanced Map Reading and Positioning:
    • Find ideal positions for precision shooting and escape routes.
    • Use terrain features (ridges, reverse slopes, tree lines) for concealment.
  2. C4 Use for Contingency:
    • Set traps to delay or panic enemy forces, or block pursuit routes.
    • Combine with smoke grenades for maximum disruption.
  3. Precision Shooting:
    • Engage moving or multiple targets under stress.
    • Maintain accuracy while out of breath or repositioning.
  4. Radio Communication:
    • Accurately report enemy movements to your TL.
    • Communicate clearly and concisely under pressure to the TL.
  5. PACE Planning:
    • Always have a Primary, Alternate, Contingency, and Emergency plan for every scenario.
Drills:
  1. 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.
  2. 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:
  • 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.