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Participant Guide Office of Antiterrorism Assistance
MODULE 26: AK INTRODUCTION
Day 9 Time: 3 hours
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Participant Materials Participant Guide

Range Safety Rules
Method of Instruction Lecture/presentation, demonstration,

simulation/drill
Slide 1 Module 26: AK Introduction
Slides 2-3 Module Goal/Topics

 Safe weapons handling
 Characteristics, nomenclature, and functions
 Disassembly and reassembly
 Cleaning, maintenance, and function checks
 Marksmanship fundamentals
 Low-ready, secure, and presentation positions
 Loading, unloading, and exchanging magazines
 Malfunction drills
 Transitioning from primary to secondary weapon
 Practical exercise
Goal
In this module, you will learn how to safely handle, clean, maintain, and manipulate the
AK weapon system.
Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of this module, participants will:
1. Demonstrate safe weapons handling skills

2. Explain characteristics, nomenclature, and functions of the AK
3. Disassemble and reassemble the AK
4. Clean, maintain, and perform function checks of the AK
5. Explain the fundamentals of marksmanship
6. Perform the low-ready, secure, and presentation positions
7. Load, unload, and exchange magazines
8. Complete malfunction drill(s)
9. Transition from primary to secondary weapon
Crisis Response Team (CRT) Course Module 26: AK Introduction

Last Modified: January 17, 2011
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Introduction
The Avtomat Kalashnikova (AK) assault rifle is one of the preferred weapon systems of
crisis response teams (CRTs) involved in close quarters battle (CQB) because it is more
accurate and powerful than a pistol and more compact than a conventional rifle. From
this point forward, the AK will be the primary weapon used in the Crisis Response Team
(CRT) Course, and the Glock 17 pistol will become the secondary weapon.
The AK weapon system has been in continuous production since the late 1940s, first as
the Soviet AK47, followed by the more common AKM, and later as the 5.45x39mm
AK74 and the multi-caliber AK100 Series. Hundreds of variants of the AK weapon
system have been produced by the former Soviet Union, the Russian Federation, and over
a dozen other countries. As many as 100 million AKs have been produced to date.
Although the AK may be shorter or longer, constructed of different materials, use
different features and furniture, and come in different calibers, the basic operation and
manipulation of the AK weapon system remain consistent throughout. The AK is known
to be rugged, reliable, and easily learned while being sufficiently powerful and accurate
for its intended purpose. This module introduces the safety procedures, nomenclature,
maintenance, disassembly, reassembly, and basic handling of the AK and prepares you
for additional live-fire training as the course progresses.
Slide 4 Safety Rules

 Treat all weapons as if they are loaded
 Never point a weapon at anything you are not willing to destroy
 Keep your finger off the trigger until you are ready to fire
 Be sure of your target and surroundings
Safety Rules for the AK
The following rules apply to all weapons, including the AK:
 Treat all weapons as if they are loaded.

 Never point a weapon at anything you are not willing to destroy.
 Keep your finger off the trigger until you are ready to fire.
 Be sure of your target and its surroundings.
Slides 5-7 AK Specifications

 7.62x39mm (.30 Russian) 7.9g (123 gr) FMJ @ 710 m/s (2330 fps)
o Shoulder-fired
o Gas-operated
o Locked-breech
o Air-cooled
o Select fire
 Weight: 3.3 kg (7.3 lbs), unloaded
 Length: 88 cm (34.6 in), fixed stock

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 Effective range: 300 meters

 Magazine capacity: 30 rounds standard
 Cyclic rate of fire: 600 rounds per minute (rpm)
 Effective rate of fire:
o Burst – 90 rpm
o Semi-automatic – 40 rpm
Specifications
The AK is a 7.62x39mm shoulder-fired, gas-operated, locked-breech, air-cooled, select-

fire assault rifle. Despite numerous variations in construction, furniture, and accessories
and the fact that it is manufactured in many countries, essential operation of the AK
weapon system remains the same. The AK is constructed to be rugged, durable, easy to
maintain, and easy to operate. Although the design features, weight of the weapon, and
relatively mild recoil of the 7.62x39mm cartridge allow for short bursts of automatic fire
when needed, the AK is best fired on semi-automatic.
The following specifications apply to the AK:
 Caliber: 7.62 x 39mm (.30 Russian) 7.9g (123 gr) FMJ @ 710 m/s (2330 fps)
 Weight: 3.3 kg (7.3 lbs), unloaded
 Length: 88 cm (34.6 in)
 Effective range: 300 meters
 Magazine capacity: 30 rounds standard
 Cyclic rate: 600 rounds per minute (rpm)
 Effective rate of fire: burst, 90 rpm; semi-automatic, 40 rpm

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Slide 8 AK Nomenclature
[Graphic]
Selector Gas Tube Gas Chamber

Stock
Fore End Cleaning Rod

Trigger
Bolt/Ejection Port
Pistol Grip
Trigger Guard
Front Sight Rear Sight Top Cover

Receiver Guide Rod Lug
Barrel
Sling Mount
Muzzle Compensator
Magazine
Sling Mount
Magazine Release
AK Nomenclature
AK Nomenclature
 Muzzle Compensator: Threaded to the end of the barrel, the muzzle

compensator stabilizes the muzzle during automatic fire and reduces the dust
signature when firing from the prone position. Some variants have only a muzzle
nut protecting the threaded muzzle.
 Front Sight Assembly: The front sight assembly consists of a protected front
sight post that rotates up and down for elevation adjustments and moves laterally
for windage adjustments in a housing whose base is a bracket that holds the
cleaning rod.
 Barrel: The chrome-lined barrel is 41.4 cm (16.3 in) in length with four grooves
and a right-hand twist rate of one turn every 24 cm (9.45 in). A cleaning rod is
mounted below the barrel.
 Gas Chamber: Mounted to the barrel, this assembly acts as a cylinder and
receives a portion of the firing gases through a port in the barrel that then impinge
upon the gas piston operating the mechanism. There is a bayonet stud at the
bottom of the assembly which also encircles the cleaning rod.

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 Gas Tube: Mounted between the gas chamber and rear sight base, this tube
directs movement of the gas piston and extension. It is fitted with a wood, plastic,
or metal hand guard.
 Sling Mounts: The sling mounts are attachment points, on the left side of the
rifle, for mounting the sling. The forward mount is a loop on the collar which
secures the fore end. The rear mount is a wire loop attached to the side of the
stock or side of the receiver.
 Fore End: Mounted at the front of the receiver and secured to the barrel by a
collar, this wood, plastic, or metal piece provides a handling point as well as
protection for the support hand. It is situated below and mates with the gas tube
hand guard. Some variants add a forward pistol grip.
 Receiver: The receiver is a U-shaped steel channel that joins and houses the
components and mechanism to include the barrel, bolt/bolt carrier,
trigger/controls, stock/grips and other parts. Receivers are constructed of folded,
welded, and riveted sheet steel or are machined of forged steel.
 Top Cover: The open top of the receiver is protected by a removable sheet steel
cover which is cut for an ejection port on the right side. The top cover is kept in
place by tension provided by the recoil spring assembly through the guide rod lug.
 Bolt Carrier Assembly: Visible through the ejection port, the bolt carrier
assembly incorporates the bolt with firing pin and extractor, a cam recess mated to
the bolt cam, the gas piston and extension as well as the fixed charging handle
which reciprocates with the bolt carrier. The bolt/bolt carrier does not lock to the
rear upon an empty magazine, nor is there a mechanical lock to manually lock the
bolt/bolt carrier back.
 Pistol grip: Constructed of plastic or wood, the pistol grip protrudes from the
bottom of the receiver immediately to the rear of the trigger and supports the
firing hand.
 Trigger Mechanism: The trigger mechanism consists of the trigger, hammer,

springs, and other small parts enabling semi-automatic and automatic fire. The
trigger pull is generally considered long and relatively heavy, but most often
smooth. The trigger itself is protected by a sheet steel trigger guard which also
contains the magazine lock/release.
 Magazine: The magazine is normally a 30-round capacity curved box of steel or

plastic. Smaller and larger capacity versions from 5-round box magazines to 75-
rounds drums are available, though mostly impractical.

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 Selector Lever: A long sheet metal stamping fitted to the right side of the rifle; it
interacts with the trigger mechanism enabling the operator to choose Safe (up),
Automatic (middle), and Semi-Automatic (down) fire modes. When set to Safe,
it also covers the charging handle track and prevents bolt carrier movement except
for 4 cm, which allows the operator to check for a round in the firing mechanism.
 Rear Sight: A flat blade, cut with a U-shaped notch set on a tangent base, the rear
sight is adjustable for elevation up to 1,000 meters. Zero is achieved by adjusting
the front sight for windage and elevation and then setting the rear sight to the
required range.
 Stock: Constructed of wood, plastic, or metal, the stock is the interface to the
operator’s shoulder. Stocks may be fixed or capable of folding under the receiver
or to either the side of the receiver. Folding stocks are meant for compact carry in
confined spaces. The AK, like all rifles, is not meant to be fired with the stock
folded.
Slide 9 Low-Ready Position – When

 In preparation for the threat command when on the range
 While moving during close quarters battle
 While clearing, loading, unloading, and performing malfunction drills
Slides 10-11 Low-Ready Position – How

 Set selector to Safe
 Maintain contact with selector using weapon hand trigger and middle
fingers
 Grasp hand guard grip with support hand, tension toward the rear
 Hold toe of rear stock firmly to shoulder pocket
 Point muzzle down at 45-degree angle
Low-Ready Position
The low-ready position is used in preparation for the threat command on the range, while
moving during CQB, and while clearing the AK. Additionally, the low-ready position is
used while loading, unloading, and performing malfunction drills.
To assume the low-ready position:
 Ensure the selector is set to Safe.

 Maintain contact with selector using weapon hand trigger and middle fingers.
Left-handed operators should place the trigger finger straight along the receiver.
 Have your support hand grasp the hand guard grip with tension toward the rear.
Left-handed operators should use the support hand thumb to set the selector.
 Hold the toe of rear stock firmly to your shoulder pocket.
 Point the muzzle down at a 45-degree angle.

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Slide 12 AK Secure Position – When

 Upon receiving your weapon at the issue point, prior to moving forward
 When standing by or moving about
 As directed by a facilitator
 Immediately upon sounding of air horn
AK Secure Position
Assume the secure position under the following conditions:
 Upon receiving your weapon at the issue point, prior to moving forward
 When standing by or moving about
 Upon being directed to do so by the facilitator(s)
 Immediately upon the sounding of an air horn
Slides 13-15 AK Secure Position – How

 Ensure weapon is set to Safe
 Control the weapon with both hands while bringing it to the centerline of
your body and directing the weapon to hang by the sling
 Point muzzle toward the ground between your feet
 Place your hands, palms down, on the rear of the now hanging weapon
 Apply pressure with both hands to ensure the weapon does not swing
freely as you move
 Remain in position until directed otherwise
To assume the secure position:
 Ensure the weapon is set to Safe.
 Control the weapon with both hands while bringing it to the centerline of the body
and directing the weapon to hang by the sling. The muzzle should be pointed
toward the ground between your feet.
 Place your hands palms down on the rear of the now hanging weapon.
 Ensure the weapon does not swing freely while moving by applying pressure with
both hands to the rear of the weapon.
 Remain in the secure position until directed to do otherwise by the facilitator(s).
Slides 16-17 AK Weapon Issue – Issuing

 Grasp AK properly from rack
 Point weapon in safe direction; down at 45-degree angle

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 Clear weapon
 If clear, announce, “Safe”
 Place selector on Safe
 Issue weapon
 Repeat until all weapons are issued
AK Issue
In this course, you will be required to obtain AKs in a prescribed manner. These
procedures are normally conducted on the firing line or prior to a CQB practical exercise
under the direction of a facilitator. Either a facilitator or a participant designated to be the
logistics officer will issue the weapons. During weapons issue, we will use the following
procedures.
The issuing facilitator or participant will:
 Draw the AK from the rack and, being mindful of the muzzle, rotate the muzzle
toward the ground
 Grasp the pistol grip with the weapon hand, trigger finger outside trigger guard
straight along receiver, and maintain control of weapon
 Clear the weapon
 Ensure weapon is clear by:
o Pointing the weapon in a safe direction
o Ensuring no magazine is in the weapon
o Visually and physically checking the chamber
o If chamber is not clear, vigorously working the bolt back and forth
 Upon ensuring weapon is clear of ammunition, announce, “Safe”
 Place the selector on Safe
 Being mindful of muzzle, turn the weapon over to the participant
Slide 18 AK Weapon Issue – Receiving

 Grasp AK properly
 Clear weapon
 If clear, announce, “Safe”
 Secure position and move to designated area
The receiving participant will:
 Grasp the pistol grip with the weapon hand, trigger finger outside trigger guard
straight along receiver, and maintain control of weapon
 Clear the weapon
 Ensure weapon is clear by:
o Pointing the weapon in a safe direction
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o Ensuring no magazine is in the weapon

o Visually and physically checking the chamber
o If chamber is not clear, vigorously working the bolt back and forth
 Assume the secure position and move to the line as directed
The procedure continues until all weapons are issued.
Slides 19-20 Clearing the Weapon

 Point weapon in safe direction; down at a 45-degree angle
 Remove magazine
 Set selector to Semi-Automatic
 Trigger finger remains on selector
 Pull and manually hold bolt to rear
 Visually and physically check the chamber
 If chamber is not clear, vigorously work the bolt back and forth
Handling the AK
Clearing the Weapon

Follow these procedures to clear the AK:
 Point the weapon in a safe direction and down at a 45-degree angle.
 Press the magazine release with the support hand thumb and rock the magazine
out of the receiver.
 Set selector to Semi-Automatic with the weapon hand trigger and middle fingers
while the weapon hand thumb remains hooked at the rear of the pistol grip. Left-
handed operators should use the support hand thumb to set the selector.
 The weapon hand should retain control of the pistol grip and the trigger finger
should remain straight, on the selector. Left-handed operators should place the
trigger finger straight along the receiver.
 Support the weapon as needed by placing the stock under the weapon side armpit.
 Reach over the top of the receiver with the support hand and briskly work the
bolt, holding it to the rear. Left-handed operators should work and hold the bolt to
the rear using the support hand.
 Visually and physically check the chamber to ensure it is clear.

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 If chamber is not clear, rotate the weapon so the ejection port is facing downward
and, reaching under the receiver with the support hand, vigorously work the bolt
back and forth. Left-handed operators will simply rotate the weapon so the
ejection port is facing downward and operate the bolt normally.
 Repeat steps for clearing the weapon as needed.
Slides 21-25 Disassembly

 Clear the weapon!
 Make sure it is unloaded and then clear it again
 Allow the bolt to go forward
 Remove receiver top cover – press serrated end of guide rod lug, then lift
cover
 Remove recoil mechanism
o Push guide rod lug forward and lift up
o Slide spring/rod from bolt carrier
 Remove bolt carrier assembly
o Slide bolt carrier fully to rear
o Lift rear of bolt carrier up from its recess
o Slide piston from rear sight base
 Remove bolt from bolt carrier
o Slide bolt back, then forward 5 mm
o Rotate bolt down, away from charging handle
o Slide bolt from bolt carrier
 Remove gas tube/hand guard
o Rotate locking lever up
o Lift rear of the gas tube from its recess
o Slide gas tube away from gas chamber
Disassembling the AK
Prior to disassembly, clear the AK to ensure it is unloaded, then check it again. Follow
these procedures to disassemble the AK:
 Clear the weapon.
 Allow the bolt to go forward.
 Remove the receiver cover by first pressing and holding the recoil mechanism
guide rod lug and lifting the cover up and to the rear.
 Remove the recoil mechanism by pushing the guide rod lug forward then up and
out of the slot at the rear of the receiver. Then draw the entire recoil mechanism
from the rear of the bolt carrier channel.

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 With the hammer cocked, remove the bolt carrier assembly by pulling the carrier
fully to the rear then lifting the entire assembly up and out of the receiver.
 Remove the bolt from the bolt carrier by first pushing the bolt fully to the rear
within the carrier then slightly forward, approximately 5 mm, while rotating the
bolt down and away from the charging handle. The bolt may then be pulled free
of the carrier.
 Remove the gas tube/hand guard by first rotating the gas tube locking lever up to
the near vertical position, using the combination tool. Grasp the rear of the gas
tube lifting up and then to the rear.
 Reassemble in reverse order.
Slides 26-27 AK Field Stripped

1. Top cover
2. Recoil mechanism
3. Bolt carrier/piston
4. Bolt assembly
5. Gas tube/hand guard
6. Barrel/receiver group
7. Magazine
The AK is now field stripped. During the CRT Course, we will not disassemble the AK
any further for any care and maintenance we perform on the weapons.

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When field stripped, the AK is disassembled into the following parts:
1. Top cover
2. Recoil mechanism
3. Bolt carrier/piston
4. Bolt assembly
5. Gas tube/hand guard
6. Barrel/receiver group
7. Magazine
Slide 28 Cleaning and Maintenance

 Clean carbon buildup with brush, solvent, and cloth
 Wipe with clean dry cloth
 Use a bore brush and solvent cloth patch to clean the barrel; lightly oil
barrel but keep the chamber dry
Cleaning and Maintaining the AK

Inspect the AK for damage, abnormal wear, and function at regular intervals. Check the
position and settings of the front sight and rear sights.
After disassembling the AK, carefully inspect the following parts for damage:

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 Extractor
 Bolt/bolt carrier
 Recoil mechanism
Cleaning the AK
First, ensure the weapon is clear! Disassemble the AK. Clean off carbon buildup from all
parts using brushes, bore cleaner, and a cloth. Wipe all parts clean with a dry cloth.
Barrel/Receiver
Follow these procedures to clean the barrel/receiver:
 Clean the bore as follows:
o Soak a cleaning patch with bore cleaner.

o Carefully push the rod straight through the bore until the patch exits
the chamber.
o Repeat with a fresh patch soaked in bore cleaner.
o Allow the bore cleaner time to chemically clean the bore while
cleaning other assemblies, then return to cleaning the bore.
o Wet a bore brush with bore cleaner.
o Carefully push the rod straight through the bore until the brush exits at
the chamber.
o Repeat multiple times.
o Using a clean dry patch, carefully push the rod straight through the
bore until the patch exits the chamber.
o Repeat until patches come out clean.
o Pass a lightly oiled patch through the bore.
 Clean inside the receiver, the trigger mechanism, the chamber, and locking
recesses. Use the chamber brush soaked in bore cleaner to remove carbon, dirt,
and brass shavings.
 Dry the chamber well using clean dry patches.
 Apply a light coat of oil to the external metal areas of the weapon after all dirt,
carbon, or rust is removed.
Never apply lubricant on ammunition or inside the magazine.

However, you may lightly dampen the magazine spring with
lubricant.
Bolt/Bolt Carrier Assembly

Follow these procedures to clean the bolt/bolt carrier assembly:

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 Using both a stiff brush and bore brush soaked in bore cleaner, clean the outside
and inside of the bolt carrier, especially the bolt channel and ejector slot as well as
the gas piston.
 Clean all carbon from the bolt, particularly under and around the extractor, at the
bolt face and ejector slot.
 Dry all parts and apply a generous coat of oil.
 Clean carbon from the inside the gas tube and wipe dry with a clean cloth.
 Apply a light coat of oil to external metal surfaces of the weapon after all dirt,
carbon, or rust is removed.
Slides 29-32 Assembly

 Replace gas tube/hand guard
o Carefully align with gas chamber and sight base
o Rotate locking lever to detent
 Replace bolt in bolt carrier; install bolt upside down and then rotate up
 Replace bolt carrier assembly in receiver
o Bolt must be fully forward and the hammer cocked
o Slide bolt carrier assembly fully forward
 Replace recoil mechanism
o Insert spring/rod into carrier channel
o Compress spring and align guide rod lug
 Replace receiver top cover
o Insert forward edge into recess first
o Align rear with guide rod
o Press cover down until guide rod snaps in place
Assembling the AK
Reverse the disassembly steps to reassemble the weapon.
 Assemble the gas tube/hand guard by carefully lining up the forward end of the
gas tube with the gas chamber, then sliding the rear of the gas tube down within
the rear sight base recess until it stops. Rotate the gas tube locking lever back
down to the detent with the combination tool. If binding is encountered, ensure
the gas tube locking lever is in the same position as when disassembled and
ensure the gas tube is pushed down straight as any rotation or cant will prevent
the rear lug from engaging the recess properly, thus preventing reassembly.
 Replace the bolt in the bolt carrier by first sliding tail of the bolt in its channel
within the bolt carrier with the bolt upside down. Rotate bolt right side up and
slide the bolt forward fully.

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 Replace the bolt carrier assembly in the receiver by inserting the gas piston into
its recess in the rear sight base, and then align the rear lugs of the bolt carrier with
the recesses cut into the rear of the receiver. The bolt must be in its full forward
position within the bolt carrier, and the hammer must be cocked and the selector
must be down in order for the assembly to align. Once aligned, slide the bolt
carrier assembly fully forward in the receiver.
 Replace the recoil mechanism by inserting the spring into the bolt carrier channel
and, while compressing the recoil spring, aligning the guide rod lug in the slot at
the rear of the receiver.
 Replace the receiver cover by first inserting the forward edge into the rear sight
base recess and pressing down on the receiver cover while aligning the
rectangular hole in the rear of the cover with the serrated portion of the guide rod
lug.
Function Checks
Function checks ensure the weapon is functioning properly. The following steps check
the correct function of the Safe, Semi–Automatic, and Automatic modes. Prior to
conducting a function check, carry out the clearing drill. Always point the weapon in a
safe direction when performing checks – down and at a 45-degree angle.
Slides 33-34 Safety Check

 Place selector on Semi-Automatic
 Ensure weapon is unloaded
 Ensure weapon is unloaded a second time
 Briskly pull charging handle to the rear and release; firing mechanism is
cocked
 Pull trigger; hammer should not fall
Safety Check
Follow these procedures to perform a safety check:
 Point weapon in a safe direction and down at a 45-degree angle.

 Ensure the selector is on Semi-Automatic.
 Ensure the weapon is unloaded.
 Ensure the weapon is unloaded a second time.
 Briskly pull charging handle to the rear and release; the firing mechanism is
cocked.
 Place selector on Safe.
 Pull trigger; hammer should not fall.

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Slides 35-37 Semi-Automatic Check

 Semi-automatic check immediately follows and is always part of a safety
check
 Weapon remains pointed in safe direction; down at 45-degree angle
 Briskly pull charging handle to the rear and release; firing mechanism is
cocked
 Pull and hold the trigger to the rear; hammer should fall
 While keeping trigger depressed, briskly pull charging handle to the rear
and release
 Listen while slowly releasing trigger, you should hear a distinctive audible
click
 Pull trigger; hammer should fall
Semi–Automatic Check
Follow these procedures to perform a semi-automatic function check:
 A semi-automatic check immediately follows and is always part of a safety check.

 Continue to point the weapon in a safe direction; down at a 45-degree angle.
 Briskly pull charging handle to the rear and release; the firing mechanism is
cocked.
 Pull and hold the trigger to the rear; hammer should fall.
 While keeping trigger depressed, briskly pull charging handle to the rear and
release.
 Listen while slowly releasing trigger; you should hear a distinctive audible click.
 Pull trigger; hammer should fall.
Slides 38-40 Automatic Check

 For select fire weapons, an automatic check immediately follows the semi-
automatic check
 Weapon remains pointed in safe direction; down at 45-degree angle
 Briskly pull charging handle to the rear and release, firing mechanism is
cocked
 Place selector on Automatic
 Pull and hold the trigger to the rear; hammer should fall
 While keeping trigger depressed, briskly pull charging handle to the rear
and release
 Listen while slowly releasing trigger, there should be no click
 Briskly pull charging handle to the rear and release
 Pull the trigger; hammer should fall

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Automatic Check
Follow these procedures for performing an automatic function check:
 For select fire weapons, an automatic check immediately follows the semi-
automatic check.
 Weapon remains pointed in a safe direction and down at a 45-degree angle.
 Briskly pull charging handle to the rear and release, the firing mechanism is
cocked.
 Place selector on Automatic.
 While keeping trigger depressed, briskly pull charging handle to the rear and
release.
 Listen while slowly releasing trigger, there should be no click.
 Briskly pull charging handle to the rear and release.
 Pull the trigger; hammer should fall.
Slide 41 Marksmanship Fundamentals

 Sight alignment
 Sight picture
 Trigger control
 Stance
 Grip
 Breathing
 Follow through and recovery
The Fundamentals of Marksmanship
The fundamentals of marksmanship are proper sight alignment, sight picture, trigger
control, stance, grip, breathing, and follow through. We will discuss each in detail below.
Slides 42-44 Sight Alignment

 Sight alignment is the relationship between the front and rear sights
 AK sight alignment is similar to that of a pistol
 The top of the front sight should be equal in height to the top of the rear
sight blade
 Equal amounts of light should be on either side of front sight within rear
sight notch
 Focus on the front sight
 Place cheek firmly on top of stock
 Position the weapon side eye approximately 25 cm directly behind the rear
sight blade

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Sight Alignment
Sight alignment is the relationship between the front sight, rear sight, and the shooter’s
eye. The top of the front sight should be equal in height to the top of the rear sight blade.
The front sight should be centered horizontally in the rear notch, with an equal amount of
light on either side of the front as viewed through the rear sight notch. Focus on the tip of
the front sight, and the eye will naturally center it within the rear notch.
Sight Alignment
Your cheek should be firmly and consistently placed on the top or comb of the stock,
placing your weapon side eye approximately 25 cm directly behind the rear sight. Both
eyes should remain open, especially during CQB.
Slides 45-46 Sight Picture

 Sight picture is the relationship of sight alignment to target
 Top of the front sight post should bisect the center mass of the target
 Front sight should be in sharp focus
 Target and rear sight should be slightly blurred
Sight Picture
Sight picture is the relationship of sight alignment to the target. As stated earlier, proper
sight alignment consists of placing the top of the front sight equal in height to the top of
the rear sight blade. The front sight should be centered horizontally in the rear notch.
There should be an equal amount of light on either side of the front sight as viewed
through the rear sight notch. Sight picture is simply superimposing the proper sight
alignment at the point on the target at which one intends to hit. This would normally be
the center mass of the target. With the correct sight alignment, the sight picture
emphasizes and focuses upon the tip of the front sight post as it bisects the center mass of
the target, and the target should appear slightly blurred.
The sight picture will move about somewhat depending on the steadiness of your hold as
the trigger is pressed. This is especially dependent on your movement, the target’s
movement, or both. Do not concentrate on holding the sight picture perfectly still;
instead, allow a small wobble zone that will result in acceptable hit(s).

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Sight Picture
For CQB combat shooting, both eyes should remain open at all times. The need to
acquire the target rapidly is essential for your safety. You must rely on instinctive skills
and always be the aggressor during any gunfight.
Slides 47 Trigger Control

 Trigger control does not disturb the existing sight picture
 Ideally, trigger should be between tip and first joint of trigger finger
 Maintain contact with trigger at all times
o Do not slap at the trigger
o Pull in a steady motion rearward
Trigger Control
Trigger control is manipulation of the trigger in a manner that does not disturb the
existing sight picture. Proper trigger control is steadily increasing pressure exerted on the
trigger that results in a surprise break. During CQB, the steadily increasing pressure on
the trigger is compressed in time, but not abruptly so. Ideally, the shooting finger should
make contact with the trigger between the tip and the first joint, maintaining contact with
the trigger at all times while the weapon is pointed at the target. Take care not to slap the
trigger between shots.
Slides 48-49 Stance

 Feet should be shoulder-width apart and pointed at target
 Knees should be slightly flexed
 Weight should be evenly balanced on feet
 Lean slightly forward
 Hold head upright and square
 Keep elbows down

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Stance
The proper firing stance is similar to a boxing stance.
 Feet are shoulder-width apart, toes pointed toward the target, with the support side
foot slightly forward of the strong foot.
 The knees are slightly flexed (do not crouch).
 Weight is evenly balanced on the balls of the feet, with feet flat on the ground.
 Shoulders are squared to the target.
 Lean slightly forward at the waist. (The forward lean aids considerably in recoil
control, especially when shooting on the move.)
 The head is upright and square to the target.
 Both elbows are held down alongside of the ribcage.
Slide 50-52 Grip

 Grasp pistol grip with weapon hand
 Extend trigger and middle fingers; place them on selector
o Remaining fingers should be flat
o Thumb should hook around pistol grip
 Set selector to a fire mode
 Keep trigger finger straight along receiver while shifting remaining fingers
to firmly grasp pistol grip
 Allow trigger finger to make light contact with trigger
 Place support hand forward of magazine well and to the rear of the front
edge of hand guard
 Exert rearward pressure keeping rear at shoulder
Grip
The correct grip for the AK is described below:
 Grasp the pistol grip with the weapon hand.
 Extend the trigger and middle fingers of the weapon hand and place them on the
selector lever, keeping the remaining fingers flat. Left-handed shooters should
place the trigger finger of the weapon hand straight along the receiver.
 The trigger finger remains extended until the decision has been made to engage a
target.
 Thumb of the weapon hand should be hooked at the upper rear of the pistol grip,
maintaining control of the weapon. Left-handed shooters should maintain a full
grasp on the pistol grip with the weapon hand.
 Support hand should be placed comfortably between the juncture of the receiver
at the upper front edge of the magazine and the front edge of the fore end. The

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support hand exerts pressure to the rear, drawing the AK firmly into the shoulder.
Left-handed shooters should grasp the juncture of the receiver at the upper front
edge of the magazine with the thumb extended so as to manipulate the selector.
 The weapon is normally held upright, but slight canting is acceptable for those
who have difficulty manipulating the selector otherwise.
Slide 53 Breathing
 Breath control applies when you are not under physical stress or time
pressure; it is not practical during combat shooting
 Avoid holding breath
 Develop stamina through physical fitness
Breathing
Breath control is a marksmanship fundamental that applies when the shooter is not under
physical stress or time pressure. Close quarters battle presents both conditions; therefore,
breath control in the traditional sense is not a practical fundamental to be applied under
these circumstances. Breathe as normally as possible. Do not hold your breath. For
surgical precision, shooting at a distance, or when engaging a small target area, rely on
the natural respiratory pause, which is inherent in the normal breathing cycle. Shoot
during the pause between exhalation and inhalation; do not hold your breath.
Slides 54-55 Follow Through and Recovery

 Hold trigger back through recoil
 Reacquire sight alignment and sight picture on the target
 Reset trigger
 Maintain contact with trigger
 Assess immediate threat
 Scan left to right with finger off trigger
o Look for additional threats
o Remain alert at all times
Follow Through and Recovery

Follow through and recovery is a deliberate process in which the shooter controls the AK
and especially the trigger after the shot(s) has been fired. This prevents disturbing the
alignment of the AK before the round has left the barrel. Proper follow through requires
the shooter to maintain position and hold the trigger back through recoil. The appropriate
sight picture is regained as soon as the AK recovers from recoil. Only then is the trigger
pressure relaxed far enough and only far enough for the trigger to reset. Contact with the
trigger is maintained throughout the entire cycle and in preparation for subsequent shots
as necessary. Contact with the trigger ceases only when you determine that the immediate
threat no longer exists. Once the immediate threat ceases to exist, scan left and right with
your finger off the trigger.

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Slides 56-59 AK Turn-In

 Conduct safety check
o Point weapon in safe direction and down at 45-degree angle
o Clear weapon
o Place selector on Safe
o Pull trigger; hammer should not fall
o Set selector to Semi-Automatic
 Facilitators will check all weapons
 Line up single file to turn in your weapon; be mindful of muzzle
 Hand weapon to facilitator or participant logistics designee.
 Facilitator or designee will inspect each weapon and, upon ensuring
weapon is clear of ammunition, announce, “Safe”
 Facilitator or designee secures all weapons in storage rack
 Turn in all ammunition and, if requested, all magazines
 Logistics designee ensures weapon count is correct and all weapons are
properly secured
AK Turn-In
You also will be required to turn in your AK in a prescribed manner.
 Conduct safety check.

 Point weapon in a safe direction; down at a 45-degree angle.
 Clear the weapon.
 Move the selector to Semi-Automatic.
 Upon ensuring weapon is clear of ammunition, announce, “Safe.”
 Facilitators will check all weapons.
 Line up single file to turn in your weapon; be mindful of muzzle.
 Facilitator or designee will inspect each weapon and, upon ensuring weapon is
clear of ammunition, announce, “Safe.”
 Facilitator or designee secures all weapons in storage rack.
 Turn in all ammunition and, if requested, all magazines.
 Logistics designee ensures weapon count is correct and all weapons are properly
secured.
 No live ammunition is allowed in the turn-in area.
 Check your pockets for live ammunition.

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When all weapons have been turned in, the facilitator or logistics designee will ensure the
count is correct and weapons are properly and safely secured.
Slides 60-61 Summary

 Demonstrate safe weapons handling skills
 Explain characteristics, nomenclature, and functions of the AK
 Disassemble and reassemble the AK
 Clean, maintain, and perform function checks of the AK
 Explain the fundamentals of marksmanship
 Perform the low-ready, secure, and presentation positions
 Load, unload, and exchange magazines
 Complete malfunction drill(s)
 Transition from primary to secondary weapon
Summary and Bridge to Module 27: AK Low-Ready
During this module, you learned how to safely handle, clean, maintain, and manipulate
the AK weapon system. This is just the beginning of your AK training. During the next
module, Module 27: AK Low-Ready, you will fire the weapon for the first time and
continue to practice the safety and handling skills you learned today.
Slide 62 Questions
Slide 63 Practical Exercise
Practical Exercise
The remainder of this module takes place on the firing range. You will need the following
equipment:
 Tactical load-bearing vest (LBV)

 Gun belt, holster, and magazine pouches (with empty magazines)
 Radio with holder
 Safety glasses
 Replica Glock 17 pistol (red gun)
You will be issued an AK on the range.
Following demonstrations by the facilitators, you will practice and apply skills related to
the list below during this practical exercise. You will be divided into groups for practice,
and at least one facilitator will be assigned to each group.
 AK issue

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 Secure position
 Low-ready position
 Presentation from low-ready
 Loading
 Unloading
 Transition drills
 Magazine exchange
 Combat reload
 Malfunction drills
 AK turn-in
Perform AK Issue
Properly issue AKs with an emphasis on safety procedures. Once completed, each
participant should be standing on line in the secure position waiting on further instruction
from facilitators.
Perform Low-Ready Position

Assume the low-ready position and stand by for a facilitator safety check. Facilitators
will repeat the exercise several times ensuring all participants use proper technique.
Perform Presentation from Low-Ready

Facilitators will provide a step-by-step demonstration of presentation from the low-ready
position. After the demonstration, you will practice in groups. The facilitator assigned to
your group will answer questions and offer instruction and correction as necessary.
You will need to transition from the low-ready position to the presentation position while
on the range and during close quarters battle (CQB) when the command is given or a
threat is recognized. The steps involved in performing the presentation position facilitate
the firing of the AK and follow-up procedures.
 Use minimal movement; only arms move.

 Keep both elbows tucked down.
 Maintain a firm grip, control the weapon.
 Raise weapon to cheek to align the sights; do not lower head.
 As you raise the weapon, use weapon hand trigger and middle fingers to set
selector from Safe down to a Fire position. The middle position is Automatic and
the lowest is Semi-Automatic. Left-handed operators should use the support hand
thumb to set the selector.
 Trigger finger should make light contact with trigger as sight picture is refined.
 Maintain steady pressure on the trigger through weapon discharge and recoil.
 Allow trigger to reset while maintaining contact with the trigger.
 Reacquire fresh sight picture; prepare to re-engage as required.
 Once primary threat is no longer present, take finger off trigger.
 Lower muzzle slightly; scan for additional threats.
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 Set selector to Safe; return to low-ready.
Perform Loading
Facilitators will provide a step-by-step demonstration of loading the AK. After the
demonstration, you will practice in groups. The facilitator assigned to your group will
answer questions and offer instruction and correction as necessary.
Follow these steps to load the AK:
 Assume low-ready position. The heel of the stock may be pulled slightly under
the armpit for leverage as needed.
 Ensure selector is set to Semi-Automatic.
 Weapon hand retains control of the pistol grip and the trigger finger remains
straight, on the selector, throughout the evolution. Left-handed operators will
place the trigger finger straight along the receiver.
 Use your support hand to withdraw magazine from pouch.
 Insert the forward edge of the magazine into the magazine well and rock the
magazine up and to the rear until the latch engages the magazine lug, resulting in
an audible click.
 Tug magazine to ensure seating.
 Using the support hand, reach over or under the receiver and briskly pull the
charging handle fully to the rear and release. The weapon may be canted slightly
in order to do so.
 Reacquire forward grip with support hand.
 Set the selector to Safe.
Perform Unloading
Facilitators will provide a step-by-step demonstration of unloading the AK. After the
To unload the AK:
 Assume low-ready position. The heel of the stock may be pulled slightly under
the armpit for leverage as needed.

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 Weapon hand retains control of the pistol grip and the trigger finger remains
straight, on the selector, throughout the evolution. Left-handed operators will
place the trigger finger straight along the receiver.
 Grasp the magazine with the support hand so as to engage the magazine release
with the thumb. Squeeze and rock the magazine forward and free from the
magazine well.
 Allow the magazine to fall to the ground.
 Reach over the top of the receiver with the support hand and briskly work the
bolt, holding it to the rear. Left-handed operators will work and hold the bolt to
the rear using the support hand.
 Set the selector to Safe.
Perform Transitions Drills

Facilitators will provide a step-by-step demonstration of transitioning from the primary
weapon – the AK – to the secondary weapon – the Glock 17 pistol. After the
Transitioning from the AK to the Glock 17 pistol is generally more effective than
attempting to reload the AK, especially in CQB. Reloading can take too much time even
for the most skilled marksman. Follow these steps to transition from your primary
weapon – the AK – to your secondary weapon – the Glock 17:
 Attempt to place the weapon on Safe.
 Release weapon hand from pistol grip; control weapon with support hand.
 Simultaneously move weapon hand toward the holstered pistol while lowering the
AK with support hand, palm up, toward support side and outboard of support side
foot.
 Release weapon, allowing it to hang at the centerline of the body.
 Draw pistol from holster; allow support hand to meet it at the midline.
 Present pistol; complete immediate engagement.
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 Use buddy system and/or cover while reloading or clearing malfunction, if

possible.
 Upon a lull in the action, holster your pistol and put your primary weapon – the
AK – back in operation. Diagnose your primary weapon’s problem and take
corrective action(s), e.g. combat reload, immediate action, or remedial action.
 Continue mission
Use the buddy system and/or cover if possible while reloading or clearing the
malfunction.
The decision to transition to the secondary weapon depends on

the threat, distance, and overall situation. Instead, consider a
combat reload, which is discussed in one of the sections that
follows.
Perform Magazine Exchange

Facilitators will provide a step-by-step demonstration of a magazine exchange. After the
After firing the AK several times during a mission, you may want a full magazine in the
weapon before moving into a danger area or continuing to fight. In which case you will
need to exchange magazines – replace a partially used magazine with a full one.
However, keep the partially used magazine in case you need it later.
To exchange magazines:
 Assume low-ready position.
magazine well.
 Remove partial magazine and place in pocket, not magazine pouch.
 Use support hand to withdraw a fresh magazine from the pouch.
an audible click.
 Reacquire hand guard grip with support hand.
 Continue mission.
 Use the buddy system and/or cover if possible while exchanging magazines.

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Perform Combat Reload

Facilitators will provide a step-by-step demonstration of a combat reload. After the
A combat reload becomes necessary when a magazine runs empty while engaged in a fire
fight. Transitioning to the secondary weapon may be impractical or impossible. The
reload is done quickly during the heat of combat.
 Identify situation (click instead of bang).

 Keep weapon pointed at threat.
 Take finger off the trigger.
magazine well.
 Allow expended magazine to fall to the ground.
an audible click.
 The weapon may be canted slightly in order to do so
 Re-align sights and fire as required.
The decision to perform a combat reload depends on the threat,

distance, and overall situation. Instead, consider transitioning to
your secondary weapon.
Perform Malfunction Drills

A malfunction occurs when a weapon fails to operate normally and can be caused by a
number of reasons, such as unseated magazine, broken firing pin, magazine failure,
primer failure, dirty rifle, and/or improper immediate action. You will recognize a
malfunction exists when the weapon does not fire and the trigger feels as if it is empty or
only clicks when operated.
Should the AK fail to fire when you pull the trigger, in most cases your immediate
response should be to transition to the Glock 17 pistol. At some point after the transition
or when a transition is not practical, you must perform a malfunction drill on the AK to
get it back into service. Two procedures correct a malfunction: immediate action and
remedial action. Both are described in the sections below.

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Immediate Action
Facilitators will provide a step-by-step demonstration of an immediate action malfunction
drill. After the demonstration, you will practice in groups. The facilitator assigned to your
group will answer questions and offer instruction and correction as necessary.
To complete the immediate action malfunction drill:
 Identify situation.
 Using support hand, grasp the magazine and briskly rock the magazine up and to
the rear to ensure it is seated.
 Rotate weapon slightly right, ejection port down.
 Using the support hand, reach under the receiver and briskly pull the charging
handle fully to the rear and release. This should eject the offending round and/or
re-cock hammer.
 Reacquire the hand guard grips.
Should the immediate action drill fail, perform remedial actions to get the weapon
functioning properly.
Remedial Action
Facilitators will provide a step-by-step demonstration of the remedial action malfunction
drill. After the demonstration, you will practice in groups. The facilitator assigned to your
group will answer questions and offer instruction and correction as necessary.
In the event immediate action procedures fail to correct your weapon malfunction,
perform the following procedures to complete a remedial action malfunction drill:
 Initiate when immediate action procedures fail to clear a malfunction.

with the thumb. Squeeze, rock, and rip the magazine free from the magazine well.
 Allow expended magazine to fall to the ground.
 Rotate weapon to the right, ejection port down.
 Using the support hand, reach under the receiver and briskly pull the charging
handle fully to the rear and release three times. This should eject the offending
round and/or re-cock hammer.
an audible click.

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 Using the support hand, reach over or under the receiver and briskly pull the
charging handle fully to the rear, and release.
 Realign sights and fire as required.
Perform AK Turn-In
Properly turn in AKs with an emphasis on safety procedures. Once completed, stand on
line and wait for further instruction from facilitators. Ensure you have no live
ammunition in your possession before leaving the training area.
To turn in your AK:
 Using weapon hand, manually and visually check magazine well and chamber.
 Line up in a single file for weapon turn-in.
 Being mindful of muzzle control, turn over your weapon to the facilitator or
logistics designee, who will also check the weapon before storing it.
 All magazines may also be turned in and all ammunition placed in a separate
storage area.
 No live ammunition is allowed in the turn-in area.
 Check your pockets for live ammunition.

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Low-Ready
 Set selector to Safe.

 Maintain contact with selector using weapon hand trigger and
middle fingers.
 Grasp hand guard grip with support hand, tension toward the rear.
 Hold toe of rear stock firmly to shoulder pocket.
 Point muzzle down at 45-degree angle.

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Secure
 Ensure weapon is set to Safe.

 Control the weapon with both hands while bringing it to the
centerline of your body and directing the weapon to hang by the
sling.
 Point muzzle toward the ground between your feet.
 Place your hands palms down on the rear stock of the now
hanging weapon; apply pressure with both hands to ensure the
weapon does not swing freely as you move.
 Remain in position until directed otherwise.

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Issuing
 Grasp AK properly from rack.
 Ensure selector is in Safe position and weapon is clear.
 If clear, announce, “Safe.”
 Issue weapon.
 Repeat until all weapons are issued.
Receiving
 Ensure selector is in Safe position and weapon is clear.
 If clear, announce, “Safe.”
 Secure position and move to designated area.
Clearing
 Point down at a 45-degree angle.
 Remove magazine.
 Set selector to Semi-Automatic
 Trigger Finger remains on selector
 Pull and manually hold bolt to the rear.
 Visually and physically check the chamber.
 If chamber is not clear, vigorously work the bolt back and forth.

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Function Checks
Safety Check
 Point in a safe direction – down at 45-degree angle.
 Place selector on Semi-Automatic.
 Ensure Weapon is unloaded.
 Ensure weapon is unloaded a second time.
 Briskly pull charging handle to the rear and release; firing
mechanism is cocked.
Semi-Automatic Check
 Immediately follows and is always a part of a safety check.
 Point in a safe direction – down at 45-degree angle.
 Briskly pull charging handle to the rear and release; firing
mechanism is cocked.
 While depressing trigger, pull charging handle to rear and release.
 Slowly release trigger; should hear an audible click.
 Pull trigger; hammer should fall.
Automatic Check
 For select fire weapons, immediately follows the semi-automatic
check.
 Point in a safe direction; down at 45-degree angle.
 Pull the charging handle to the rear and release, cocking the
weapon.
 Place selector on Automatic.
 While depressing trigger, pull charging handle to rear and release.
 Listen while slowly releasing the trigger, there should be no click.
 Pull charging handle to rear and release.
 Pull the trigger; hammer should fall.

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Presentation From Low-Ready
 Use minimal movement; only arms should move.

 Keep both elbows tucked down.
 Maintain a firm grip, control the weapon.
 Raise weapon to cheek, aligning sights; do not lower head.
 As you raise weapon toward threat, move selector fully down to
Semi-Automatic.
o Use trigger/middle fingers to set selector
o Remaining fingers grasp pistol grip
o Trigger finger then lightly contacts trigger
 Refine sight picture.
 Maintain steady pressure on the trigger through weapon discharge
and recoil.
 Allow trigger to reset while maintaining contact with the trigger.
 Reacquire fresh sight picture and prepare to re-engage as required.
 Once primary threat is no longer present, remove finger from
trigger.
 Lower muzzle slightly, scan for additional threats.
 Set selector to Safe and return to low-ready position.

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Loading
 Assume low-ready position; heel of the stock may be pulled into
armpit for leverage.
 Weapon hand controls pistol grip; trigger finger remains straight
along selector.
 Use support hand to withdraw magazine from pouch.
 Insert forward edge of magazine into well and rock the magazine
firmly up and to the rear until it clicks.
 Use support hand to reach over receiver and briskly pull charging
handle to the rear and release.
Unloading
 Assume low-ready position; heel of stock may be pulled into
armpit for leverage.
 Weapon hand controls pistol grip; trigger finger remains straight
along selector.
 Grasp and remove magazine with support hand.
o Fingers forward, thumb engages magazine release.
o Squeeze and rock magazine forward, free of well.
 Allow magazine to fall to the ground.
 Reach over receiver with support hand and briskly pull charging
handle to the rear and hold.
 Ensure weapon is clear.

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Transition Drill
 Transition to secondary weapons depends on many factors, e.g.,
threat, distance, and overall situation; consider combat reload.
 If you must transition to your secondary weapon, use the following
procedures.
 Release weapon hand from pistol grip; control weapon with
support hand.
 Simultaneously move weapon hand toward the holstered pistol
while lowering the AK with support hand, palm up, toward support
side and outboard of support side foot.
 Release weapon, allowing it to hang at the centerline of the body.
 Draw pistol from holster; allow support hand to meet it at the
midline.
 Present pistol; complete immediate engagement.
 During lull in the action, holster pistol and put primary weapon
back in operation.
 Use buddy system and/or cover while reloading or clearing
malfunction, if possible.
 Diagnose problem and take corrective action(s), e.g., combat
reload, immediate action, or remedial action.

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Magazine Exchange
 Assume low-ready position.
 Grasp partial magazine with support hand.
 Depress magazine catch with support hand thumb.
 Remove partial magazine and place in pocket, not magazine pouch.
 Insert forward edge of magazine into well and rock magazine firmly
up and to the rear until it clicks.
 Use buddy system and/or cover while reloading, if possible.
Combat Reload
 Combat reload depends on many factors, e.g., threat, distance, and
overall situation; consider transition to secondary weapon.
 If you must perform a combat reload, use the following procedures.
 Identify situation (click instead of bang).
 Grasp the magazine, support hand thumb on release.
 Remove magazine.
 Use support hand to withdraw nearest magazine from pouch.
 Use the support hand to reach over receiver and briskly pull the
charging handle to the rear and release.

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Immediate Action Malfunction Drill

 Identify situation.
 Keep weapon pointed at threat; finger off trigger.
 Using support hand, grasp magazine and briskly rock up and to the
rear to ensure it is seated.
 Rotate weapon slightly to right, ejection port down.
 Using support hand, reach under receiver and briskly pull charging
handle fully to the rear and release. This should eject the offending
round and/or re-cock the hammer.
 Reacquire hand guard.

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Remedial Action Malfunction Drill
 Initiate when immediate action procedures fail to clear a

malfunction.
 Keep weapon pointed at threat; finger off trigger.
 Grasp magazine with support hand, squeeze, rock, and rip
magazine free.
 Allow offending magazine to fall to the ground.
 Rotate weapon to the right, ejection port down.
handle fully to the rear, and release three times. This should eject
the offending round and/or re-cock the hammer.
 Use support hand to withdraw fresh magazine from pouch.
 Rotate weapon slightly to the right, ejection port down.
handle fully to the rear and release.

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Turn-In

o Point in a safe direction; down at 45-degree angle.
o Clear weapon.
o Place weapon on Safe.
o Pull trigger; hammer should not fall.
o Set selector to Semi-Automatic.
 Facilitators will check all weapons.
 Line up single file to turn in your weapon; be mindful of muzzle.
 Facilitator or designee will inspect each weapon and, upon
ensuring weapon is clear of ammunition, announce, “Safe.”
 Facilitator or designee secures all weapons in storage rack.
 Turn in all ammunition and, if requested, all magazines.
 Logistics designee ensures weapon count is correct and all
weapons are properly secured.

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MODULE 26: AK INTRODUCTION

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Method of Instruction Lecture/presentation, demonstration,

Slide 1 Module 26: AK Introduction

Slides 2-3 Module Goal/Topics

At the conclusion of this module, participants will:

1. Demonstrate safe weapons handling skills

Crisis Response Team (CRT) Course Module 26: AK Introduction

Slide 4 Safety Rules

Safety Rules for the AK

The following rules apply to all weapons, including the AK:

 Treat all weapons as if they are loaded.

Slides 5-7 AK Specifications

Crisis Response Team (CRT) Course Module 26: AK Introduction

 Effective range: 300 meters

The AK is a 7.62x39mm shoulder-fired, gas-operated, locked-breech, air-cooled, select-

The following specifications apply to the AK:

Crisis Response Team (CRT) Course Module 26: AK Introduction

Selector Gas Tube Gas Chamber

Fore End Cleaning Rod

Front Sight Rear Sight Top Cover

 Muzzle Compensator: Threaded to the end of the barrel, the muzzle

Crisis Response Team (CRT) Course Module 26: AK Introduction

 Trigger Mechanism: The trigger mechanism consists of the trigger, hammer,

 Magazine: The magazine is normally a 30-round capacity curved box of steel or

Crisis Response Team (CRT) Course Module 26: AK Introduction

Slide 9 Low-Ready Position – When

Slides 10-11 Low-Ready Position – How

To assume the low-ready position:

 Ensure the selector is set to Safe.

Crisis Response Team (CRT) Course Module 26: AK Introduction

Slide 12 AK Secure Position – When

Assume the secure position under the following conditions:

Slides 13-15 AK Secure Position – How

To assume the secure position:

 Ensure the weapon is set to Safe.

 Remain in the secure position until directed to do otherwise by the facilitator(s).

Slides 16-17 AK Weapon Issue – Issuing

Crisis Response Team (CRT) Course Module 26: AK Introduction

The issuing facilitator or participant will:

Slide 18 AK Weapon Issue – Receiving

The receiving participant will:

o Ensuring no magazine is in the weapon

The procedure continues until all weapons are issued.

Slides 19-20 Clearing the Weapon

Clearing the Weapon

 Point the weapon in a safe direction and down at a 45-degree angle.

 Visually and physically check the chamber to ensure it is clear.

Crisis Response Team (CRT) Course Module 26: AK Introduction

 Repeat steps for clearing the weapon as needed.

Slides 21-25 Disassembly

 Clear the weapon.

 Allow the bolt to go forward.

Crisis Response Team (CRT) Course Module 26: AK Introduction

 Reassemble in reverse order.

Slides 26-27 AK Field Stripped

Crisis Response Team (CRT) Course Module 26: AK Introduction

When field stripped, the AK is disassembled into the following parts:

Slide 28 Cleaning and Maintenance