Weapons Training 1 (R4 Carbine)

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ARESCOM TRAINING SCHOOL
ARMY RESERVE COMMAND, PHILIPPINE ARMY
Camp Riego De Dios, Tanza, Cavite
ATS/3 Date Updated: 01 June 2021
STUDENT HANDOUTS References: R4 Manual & ST
REMINGTON R4 CARBINE
I. WEAPON OVERVIEW:
The M16-type family of rifles and carbines has more than 40 years of field-
proven reliability and versatility, and Remington has more than 195 years’
experience providing unmatched quality and value in firearms. With the R4tm line
of weapons, more than 5,000 different components and accessories, and a fully
integrated line of Advance Armament Corp. flash hider, muzzle breaks and
suppressors, operators now have more options than ever before.
Weapon Specifications
Weight – 6.11 lbs. (3 kg)

Length – 31” (78.74cm) Collapsed, 34.8” (88.39cm) extended
Barrel Twist – 1:7 Right Hand Twist
Magazine Capacity – 30 Rounds
Mode of Fire – Safe/Semi/Auto
Operation - Gas impingement
Locking Method – Rotary Bolt
Effective Range – 600m
Safety Features – Safety Switch (manual)
Caliber – 5.56MM NATO
FIGURE 1.1 Weapon Overview
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II. OPERATION:
1. Clearing Weapon
a. Point muzzle in a safe direction.
b. Place selector in ‘Safe’ position. – See figure 2.1
c. Remove magazine by pushing magazine catch button on right

side of weapon and pulling magazine from the bottom of magazine well.
d. Using the charging handle, cycle the action to the rear and
depress the lower portion of the bolt catch. Slowly allow carrier assembly to come
to rest on the catch.
e. Unload magazine by exerting pressure on base of cartridge

case, pushing them forward out of the magazine until unloaded.
2. Manual Safety Operation
WARNING: Do not touch the trigger while operating the selector or

manipulating any other controls on the weapon. Doing so could result in the rifle
firing accidentally.
NOTE: The safety selector can only be moved to the ‘SAFE’ position
when the weapon is cocked (hammer is caught by trigger).
a. The manual safety is operated by rotating the safety selector

to the appropriate position for the mode of fire desired. See figure 2.1
b. To put the weapon on ‘SAFE’, rotate the safety selector to point

to the word ‘SAFE’ on the side of the lower receiver.
c. To put the weapon on ‘FIRE’, rotate the safety selector until it is

pointing to the word ‘FIRE’ on the side of the receiver.
d. If applicable; to place the weapon on ‘AUTO’, rotate the

selector to the word ‘Auto’ on the side of the receiver.
Figure 2.1 Lower Assembly Controls
3. Ammunition Selection
When choosing ammunition to fire in the Remington R4TM it is

recommended you use Remington factory Ammunition, M855 or NATO
equivalent. However, if this is not possible, the following criteria should be met.
a. Bullet weight should be between 50 - 77 gr.

b. Ammunition should be of high quality for best accuracy and
reliability.
c. Cartridges should be manufactured by a reputable
ammunition company.
4. Loading
a. To load the Remington R4TM magazine
1) Grasp magazine in one hand and use free hand to insert

each cartridge with bullet toward front of magazine. See figure 2.2
2) Repeat this process until all rounds have been loaded

into magazine.
3) Ensure rounds are fully seated to the rear of the

magazine.
Figure 2.2 Loading Magazine
b. Install Magazine into the R4TM
1) Move safety selector to SAFE position.
2) Insert magazine into the magazine well until the

magazine catch engages the magazine and it is fully seated in lower receiver.
3) Pull down on magazine to ensure it is fully seated.
c. Load Round into Chamber
1) If the bolt carrier assembly locked in its rearward position,

push the top section of the bolt catch allowing the carrier to travel forward
loading a round in the chamber.
2) If the bolt carrier assembly is in forward position, grasp

the charging handle on back of the receiver and pull to the rear of its travel. Once
the handle has traveled fully to the rear, release the handle allowing it to travel
forward at full speed.
NOTE: When manually charging rifle, do not “ride” or ease bolt

forward. To ensure complete chambering the bolt should always be allowed to
return to the closed position under its own power. If necessary, the bolt can be
closed slowly, however the forward assist may be needed to completely chamber
the round.
5. Firing
a. Secure a firm grip on the weapon.

b. Ensure rifle is adequately supported and will not strike any
object upon recoiling.
c. Acquire target through sighting system.
d. Rotate selector to FIRE or AUTO position.
b. Squeeze trigger.
6. Auto Cycle
NOTE: This is an auto loading weapon. After firing, the weapon will
extract and eject the spent round and load the chamber automatically until all
cartridges in the magazine are expended. Due care should be observed
between firings and the weapon should always be treated as if it is loaded.
NOTE: Full auto versions will continue to fire while the trigger is held.
7. Mechanical Zeroing
The Remington R4TM is equipped with adjustable sights. Before utilizing

them, the weapon needs to be zeroed. Meaning that the point of impact (POI)
and point of aim (POA) align at a specified distance. The procedures on the
following pages are for the standard R4 sight system Keep in mind your R4 may
have different sights.
Figure 2.3 Front Sight
a. Mechanical Zero
1) Adjust front sight so the top of the post is 5mm above the
machined surface in the sight base. See figure 2.3
2) With the rear sight elevation adjustment, lower the rear

sight assembly all the way until the sight bottoms out. Dial should be set at the
300mm mark (6/3). See figure 2.4
3) For zeroing, the small aperture should be used, and the

center hash marks on the aperture and rear sight base aligned.
Figure 2.4 Rear Sight
b. Zeroing Procedure
It is recommended that the R4TM be zeroed at 25 meters. When

zeroed at 25 meters the bullet path will again cross the line of sight at 300 meters.
To zero the R4, follow these steps.
1) Place an approved target at 25 meters.
2) With sights property employed and at mechanical zero,

fire a 5 shot group to determine the Point of Impact (POI).
3) If the POI matches the Point of Aim (POA) you can stop,
your weapon is zeroed. If does not match continue to step 4.
4) Measure the vertical and horizontal distance from the

fired group to the POA.
5) Calculate the amount of adjustment needed to move

the POI to the POA.
NOTE: At 25 meters, one click of the front sight will move the
POI ½’ (1.2cm). Turning the post clockwise will raise the POI, counterclockwise will
lower the POI. Moving the windage knob one click will move the POI 3/16 (.5cm)
at 25 meters. Turning the windage knob clockwise will move the POI right,
counterclockwise moves it left.
6) Adjust the front sight by depressing the detent with a

front sight tool or pointed object and turn the appropriate direction.
7) The rear sight is adjusted by turning the knob the

appropriate direction by hand.
8) After adjustments are made repeat steps 1 through 7

until the POI matches the POA.
Adjusting the sights will have the following effects.
Sight Movement POI Will Move

Rear Clockwise Right
Counterclockwise Left
Front Clockwise Up
Counterclockwise Down
8. Carry Handle Removal
The top of the R4 upper receiver is equipped with a MIL-STD-1913 rail.

This rail can be used to accommodate a large selection of mission specific optics
and back up sights. The factory installed carry handle needs to be removed in
order to attach optics.
Removing carry handle to affix alternate sight option:
a. Loosen thumb screws counterclockwise until positive stop is felt.

See Figure 2.5.
b. Tilt and lift carry handle of the upper receiver.
c. Install replacement sight system per manufactures directions.
Figure 2.5 Carry Handle Removal
III. MALFUNCTION AND STOPPAGES:
WARNING: If a noticeable difference in sound or recoil is experienced

during firing, STOP FIRING. Either condition could indicate an incomplete powder
burn an/or bullet stuck in bore. Retract bolt carrier slowly and remove fired
cartridge case. Clear weapon, check for unburned powder grains in receiver or
bore and for a bullet in bore before resuming firing. If a bullet is stuck in bore, return
weapon to armorer.
1. Weapon Fails to Fire
a. Place selector into the SAFE position if possible. If the hammer

has fallen the and the selector will not go into safe.
b. Do not open action immediately. Wait at least 10 seconds to

allow for the possibility of a delayed ignition of cartridge in chamber.
c. Cycle the action and eject the round from the chamber.
d. Load next round into chamber and attempt to fire weapon.
e. If subsequent rounds fail to fire, perform inspection and

cleaning operations detailed in Section 10.
2. Spent Cartridge Fails to Extract or Eject
a. If spent case has been extracted from the chamber but

remains in the receiver, remove spent case from the receiver, reload and attempt
to continue firing.
b. If spent round is stuck in the chamber, remove carrier assembly.

See Section 5
c. After removing carrier, examine the extractor for damage and

spring tension. If damage or lack of tension of the extractor is found, return rifle to
armory for service.
d. To remove the spent case from the chamber, carefully slide a

cleaning rod down the bore from the muzzle, and tap out the spent case.
e. Be sure you have removed the cleaning rod from the bore
before re-assembling the weapon and continuing firing.
3. Action Wall Not Open After Firing
WARNING: While performing the following action, ensure the

weapon is always pointing in a safe direction.
a. Grip handguard with one hand, grasp the charging handle

with other hand. Apply moderate rearward pressure to charging handle.
b. Align weapon to a vertical position, muzzle up, and with light

downward force, strike buttstock on a solid surface while pulling down on the
charging handle at the same time.
c. If previous steps fail to unlock the action, return weapon to

armorer or qualified gunsmith.
4. Remedial Action
a. Clear weapon. See section 2.1
b. Check chamber, bore, and receiver for any obstructions.

Remove any type of obstructions caused by such events as a ruptured case,
ammunition that failed to fire or foreign matter from normal use.
c. Reload magazine.
d. Chamber a live round as described in section 2.4.
b. Place safety selector to FIRE position and attempt to fire

weapon.
5. Bullet Stuck in Bore
a. Place weapon on SAFE.
b. Remove magazine.
c. Separate upper and lower receivers and remove carrier

assembly. See section 5.1
d. Look down the bore or use a cleaning rod to verify a bullet or

other obstruction exists.
e. If a bullet is stuck in the bore DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REMOVE IT.

Return the weapon to the armorer or qualified gunsmith.
IV. PRE-OPERATION WEAPON INSPECTION:
Before and after cleaning and operation of the weapon, the operator
should inspect the weapon and its components for any irregularities affecting
safety and performance. If any potential deficiencies are noted, they should be
immediately.
Visually inspect weapon for:
1. Bore Obstructions – remove bolt and inspect bore. Push a dry patch
down bore to remove any lubrication left over from previous cleaning or storage.
2. Chambering Cleanliness – with carrier assembly removed, inspect

chamber for corrosion or debris.
3. Barrel Condition – check for barrel deformities and bugles. Sight down
the barrel to check for bends or other damage.
4. Muzzle – inspect for any signs of damage to compensator and

mounting and threads for suppressor.
5. Stock – inspect stock for damage and overall condition.
6. Optics – inspect optics and mounting system for signs of damage.
7. Bipod – ensure bipod is tightly secured to handguard and legs

operate correctly.
8. Bolt Carrier Travel – reinstall bolt carrier assembly and ensure it travels
freely; bolt locks in the barrel extension and unlocks easily.
9. Safety Function – with hammer in cocked position, (see figure 2.1)

rotate safety selector from SAFE to FIRE, ensuring positive clicks are felt in both
positions. While in SAFE, gently try to pull the trigger verifying hammer remains
cocked.
10. Dry Fire – Ensure weapon is unloaded. Allow carrier to travel forward
and come to rest. Place selector to FIRE and pull the trigger. You should hear the
hammer hit the firing pin.
V. BASIC DISASSEMBLY:
1. Separating Upper and Lower Receiver
a. Unload and clear weapon.
b. Allow carrier to travel forward into battery.
c. Push the pivot pin and takedown pin from left to right until a
positive stop is felt. See figure 5.1
d. Separate upper and lower receiver assemblies. See figure 5.2
2. Bolt Carrier Removal and Disassembly
a. Remove bolt carrier assembly from rifle by separating the

upper and lower receiver and sliding the bolt carrier out the rear of the receiver.
b. Using a pointed object such as a punch, push the firing pin

retaining pin from right to left.
c. Grasp the protruding head of firing pin retainer pin and remove
from the bolt carrier.
d. Push bolt to rear of its travel in the carrier.
e. Tilt carrier bolt head up and allow firing pin to drop out of the
rear of the bolt carrier.
f. Align a long flat on the cam pin with the side of the gas key
and remove cam pin from carrier.
g. Pull the bolt out the front of the carrier body.
Figure 5.3 Carrier Assembly
3. Bolt Disassembly
a. Position your thumb on the side of the extractor and, using the
firing pin tip, push the extractor pin out of the bolt.
b. Remove extractor being careful not to lose the extractor

spring, spring insert or the O-ring. See Figure 5.4
c. Remove extractor spring from the extractor by gently griping

with pliers and twisting clockwise and pulling.
Figure 5.4 Bolt Assembly
4. Bolt and Carrier Reassembly
a. Install the extractor spring into the extractor by twisting and

pushing the spring into the recess in the underside of the extractor.
b. Install the O-ring over the extractor spring.
c. Place extractor in its channel in the bolt, and hold it in place

with your thumb, while installing the extractor pin through the extractor pin hole.
d. Insert the bolt in the front of the carrier body and push it all the
way to the end of travel. Rotate the bolt so the un-staked side of the cam pin hole
in the bolt is positioned along side the gas key, and the extractor is positioned to
the right. See figure 5.5
e. Install the cam pin in the bolt by aligning a long flat on the cam
pin head and sliding it past the gas key into the bolt. Rotate the camp in 90
degrees.
f. Install firing pin through the rear of the carrier.
g. Replace firing pin retainer while ensuring the firing pin is all the
way forward.
NOTE: Bolt must be forward in its travel to re-install in the upper receiver.
Figure 5.5 Cam Pin Alignment
5. Buffer And Spring Removal
CAUTION: Buffer is under spring tension
a. Use your thumb to hold the buffer in place.

b. Depress the buffer retainer. See Figure 5.6
c. Allow the buffer to come out of the receiver extension at a
controlled rate.
d. Carefully pull the buffer and spring from the receiver extension.
Figure 5.6 Buffer Removal
6. Installing Buffer and Spring
a. Start the action spring in the receiver extension.

b. Guiding the spring, push the buffer into the receiver extension
until the buffer retainer captures the buffer assembly. See Figure 5.7
Figure 5.7 Buffer Installation
VI. STOCK SPECIFICATIONS:
Figure 6.1 Stock Features
The Remington R4TM is equipped with a telescoping stock featuring multiple

Length of Pull positions that allows the shooter to adjust the weapon’s length to
their preference. See figure 6.2
The features of the telescoping stock include:
1. 6 adjustment positions.
2. Checkered butt plate.
3. Multiple methods of sling attachment.
4. Drain hole in the rear of the receiver extension.
Specifications of the telescoping buttstock:
1. LOP Adjustment Range
a. Position 1 – 10.5” (26.67cm)

b. Position 2 – 11.37” (28.90cm)
c. Position 3 – 12.13” (30.81cm)
d. Position 4 – 13” (33.02cm)
e. Position 5 – 13.75” (34.93cm)
f. Position 6 – 14.25 (36.2cm)
2. LOP Min – 10.5” (26.67cm)

3. LOP Max – 14.25” (36.2cm)
Figure 6.2 Stock Adjustment Range
VII. MAINTENANCE:
1. Preventive Maintenance Checks and Services
WARNING: Before any inspection ensure the rifle is cleared and no

ammunition is present in the work area.
The PMCS list is comprised of checks and services to be performed by

the operator of the Remington R4TM before and after use.
a. Before Operation – Perform your before (B) PMCS. This is a brief

service to ensure the R4TM is ready for operation.
b. During Operation – Not Applicable.
c. After Operation – Perform your after (A) PMCS. This service

should correct, where possible, all operational deficiencies so the R4TM will be
ready to operate when needed.
d. Not Fully Mission Capable – The PMCS table also lists those
deficiencies which make the weapon not ready/available. If these deficiencies
are not correctable at the operator level, such deficiencies will require that the
weapon system be repaired by a trained armorer. Only qualified armorers should
perform armorer level repairs.
Inspection Interval Not Fully Mission Capable

Procedure
Component B D A If:
Weapon A. Clean rifle and day A. Optic lenses or weapon
System x optic as described in internals are dirty. (if
Cleanliness section 8.2. (is applicable) applicable)
A. Disassemble as
described in section 8.2.7
Inspect for deformities and A. Replace magazine
damage to magazine assembly if any of these
body. Inspect spring for conditions exist.
Magazine x x kinks and corrosion.
Inspect follower for
damage.
B. Assemble magazine
B. If follower binds in any
and verify free movement
way replace magazine.
of follower.
A. Charging handle latch
A. Replace if no tension is
should be under spring
Charging present
tension.
Handle x x
B. Charging handle should
Assembly B. Charging handle binds
travel freely in it path.
in its track.
Check to ensure handle is
not bent or warped in any

way.
A. Place selector on SAFE
A. Hammer falls.
position. Pull trigger with
Send weapon to qualified
normal pressure. Hammer
armorer
should NOT fall.
B. Hammer falls.
B. Rotate selector to FIRE.
Hammer should NOT fall.
armorer
C. On FIRE position, pull C. Hammer does not fall
trigger. Hammer should Send weapon to qualified
fall. armorer
D. Holding trigger to the D. No audible click is heard
Selector rear of its travel, cycle the while releasing the trigger
Lever / Fire x x action with the charging (disconnector does not
Control handle. Slowly release the release hammer). 1 failure
trigger till it comes to rest. to release fails test.
As trigger is released a
“click” should be heard. Send weapon to qualified
Repeat 5 or more times. armorer
E. On AUTO, pull trigger.
Hammer will fall. Hold E. Auto sear does not
trigger in and cycle action release hammer.
slowly on the forward
stroke. Just before action Send weapon to qualified
closes you should hear armorer
hammer fall.
Inspection Interval Not fully mission capable

Procedure
Component B D A if:
A. Handguard is loose or
A. Verify by hand,
damaged.
handguard tightness.
Examine handguard for
damage.
armorer
B. Sight assembly is loose.
B. Verify sight assembly is
tight to the barrel. Send weapon to qualified
armorer
Upper
x x C. Flash hider is loose,
Receiver
C. By hand, verify tightness threads or locking notches
of the flash hider. Look for are damage.
damage to the threads
and looking notches. Send weapon to qualified
armorer
D. Ejection port cover is
D. Verify ejection port
loose with no spring
cover is spring loaded
tension. Parts are bent and
open and locks closed.
wont secure properly.
Inspect for warpage and

bent parts. Send weapon to qualified
armorer
E. Verify by hand any
ancillary items are securely E. Accessories are loose.
mounted to the accessory Tighten accessories to rail.
rails of the handguard.
A. Optic is loose in mount
A. Check optic for or to receiver. Tighten
tightness to upper scope ring screws or scope
receiver. base to receiver screws.
B. Look through optic

B. Optic is physically
checking for damage to
damage or view through
Day Optic (If lenses and verifying there is
x x optic is obscured. Replace
Applicable) no condensation in the
optic..
optic.
C. Adjustment knobs will
C. Attempt to turn the
not turn, do not have
elevation and windage
“clicks” where applicable
adjustments. Attempt to
or there is no friction
turn the magnification ring
present. If these conditions
applicable)
are present replace optic.

Procedure
Component B D A if:
Disassemble bolt carrier assembly
A. Inspect bolt for cracks A. Cracks are present
around lugs and cam pin Send weapon to qualified
hole armorer
B. Bolt face is damaged,
B. Examine bolt face for firing pin hole is elongated
surface irregularities and or ejector is seized or has no
elongated firing pin hole. spring tension.
Verify spring tension of
ejector. Send weapon to qualified
Bolt Carrier armorer
x x
Assembly C. Retainer is broken or
C. Check firing pin
severely bent.
retaining pin for bends or
damage.
Replace retainer.
D. There is significant wear
D. Inspect cam pin for on the sides of the cam pin
damage and cracks. or is cracked. Replace cam
pin.
E. Insert bolt in carrier and E. Bolt drops out. Gas rings
turn so bolt faces down. are worn out.
Bolt should stay in carrier. Replace gas rings.
F. Remove extractor and

examine hook of extractor F. Hook is broken, chipped
for a sharp edge without or rounded over. Insert is
chips or deformities. missing or spring is kinked or
Examine condition of damaged. Replace
extractor spring. Verify defective parts.
insert is present
G. Tip of pin is damaged.
G. Inspect firing pin for tip
Pin is bent or otherwise
damage or any other
damaged. Replace firing
deformities.
pin.
H. Key is loose, or screws
H. Verify carrier key is tight are not staked or missing.
on carrier. Send weapon to qualified
armorer.
Remove buffer assembly and spring from lower
A. Inspect action spring for A. Spring is kinked or
Lower
x x kinks or corrosion. Free corroded. Spring is under
Receiver
length no less than 10 minimum length spec.
1/16th inch Replace spring.

Procedure
Component B D A if:
Disassemble bolt carrier assembly
B. Rubber buffer tip is
damaged. Face of buffer is
B. Examine buffer for
significantly worn from
damage to rubber tip and
carrier assembly contact.
buffer face. Shake buffer,
Buffer does not rattle,
you should hear parts
internals are seized.
moving inside.
Replace if any of these
conditions are present.
C. Detents are not pins will
C. Verify free movement
not freely move.
Lower and detent positions of
x x
Receiver pivot and takedown pins.
Send to qualified armorer.
D. Verify presence of spring D. Catch does not move.
tension and free There is no spring tension.
movement of bolt. Send to qualified armorer.
E. Check that
E. Pins stick out or are
hammer/trigger pins are
missing.
flush with lower exterior
Send to qualified armorer.
surface.
F. By hand, check the pistol F. Grip is loose or damage
grip for tightness and in some way. Tighten grip if
inspect it for damage. loose.
A. Check receiver
Buttstock A. Tube is loose. Tighten
x x extension tube for
Assembly lock nut.
tightness to lower receiver.
If tighten does not correct

the condition, send
weapon to qualified
armorer.
B. Latch does not move or
B. Verify free movement of lock stock. Body of stock
latch and stock body. will not move.
Send to qualified armorer
C. Examine stock for C. Stock damage or parts
damage and or missing missing. Send weapon to
parts qualified armorer
Interval
Inspection
Not fully mission capable
Component B D A Procedure
if:
x x Reassemble weapon
A. Insert empty magazine A. magazine is not
in lower receiver. retained by magazine
catch. Replace magazine
and retest. If condition
persists send weapon to a
qualified armorer.
B. Using the charging B. Carrier assembly is not
Bolt Catch /
handle, cycle the carrier locked to rear. Attempt
Magazine
assembly to the rear. again with new magazine.
Catch
Carrier should lock to the If condition persist send
rear, held with the bolt weapon to a qualified
catch. armorer.
C. Push the top paddle C. Bolt catch binds and
section of the bolt catch to paddle will not depress.
release the carrier Send weapon to qualified
assembly. armorer.
Rotate selector to SAFE position
2. Cleaning / Lubrication
WARNING: Before cleaning, be sure to clear weapon.
The cleanliness and lubrication of the R4TM system is very important for
the proper function of the weapon and components. Generally, less lubrication is
better than too much. Over lubrication can contribute to failure due to attracting
particles of dirt and grime. No lubrication in wear areas can cause function issues
and excessive wear. Lubricating specific areas of the weapon will ensure function
and also reduce wear.
Cleaning and lubrication of each area and component will be

explained further in the following pages. However, as a rule all metal surfaces
should have a light coat of oil to prevent corrosion.
a. Cleaning Equipment
The following equipment will be needed to efficiently clean

and lubricate the R4TM.
1) Cleaning rod assembly – sectional rod, one piece, or pull

through.
2) Jag or patch holder – eyelet, wrap around or, spear jag.
3) Bore brush – 6.56 bore brush, nylon or brass. DO NOT use

stainless brushes.
4) Chamber brush – 5.56 chamber brush.
5) Action cleaner – Rem action or similar product.
6) Carbon solvent – Remington Brite Bore TM
7) Cleaning cloth or rags – Any relatively lint free cloth will

suffice.
b. Bore cleaning
1) Ensure the weapon is clear.
2) Separate the upper and lower receiver or hinge the

upper forward.
3) Remove the bolt from receiver.
4) Insert a bore guide if you have one.
5) Attach a bore brush to your cleaning rod, put some

carbon solvent on the brush, and insert the brush into the bore from the receiver
end. See figure 7.1 Never clean from the muzzle.
6) Keeping the rod straight, begin to stroke the bore of the

rifle, The brush should exit the muzzle on each pass. If the weapon has been shot
heavily more strokes will be necessary. Make about 10 passes stopping only to
apply more carbon solvent at about the midway point. Ensure that any optic
lenses are protected from solvent.
7) Remove the rod from the weapon; wipe down the rod
to remove any excess solvent.
8) Attach the jag or patch holder to the rod, install a clean

patch around it and patch the bore. Repeat this as many times as necessary until
a clean patch comes out.
9) Spray a patch with preservative and patch the bore. The

preservative will remove any trace of the carbon solvent. Then patch the bore
with another clean patch to dry it out.
10) Use a short rod or pistol rod, and chamber brush to clean
the chamber. Insert the brush into the chamber and rotate the handle. It is not
necessary to attempt to scrub by pushing and pulling, rotating the handle will
accomplish the task.
11) Using an eyelet and a large section of patch, clean the

chamber.
12) Remove the large patch and replace it with an

applicable bore sized patch. Patch the bore one last time.
Figure 1 Bore Cleaning Steps
c. Upper Receiver
1) Using action cleaner, spray inside of upper receiver,

cleaning all small spaces. For easily accessible areas, a cloth can be used.
2) Using a chamber brush soaked in carbon solvent, clean

chamber and locking lug area.
3) Wrap chamber brush in cloth or patch, and clean oil and

residue from chamber and bore.
4) Leave a light film of oil on the outside bore of the

receiver.
5) Before sliding the bolt carrier in place, put a drop of oil

on each side of the charging handle slot in the bore of the receiver. See figure 7.2
Figure 7.2 Lubrication Points of Receiver Bore
d. Bolt Carrier Assembly
1) Field strip bolt carrier assembly. See section 5.2
2) Using carbon solvent and brush clean the bolt lugs,

extractor recess, bolt face, and tail section of bolt, removing dirt and carbon
deposits.
3) Lightly coat the locking lugs with oil, being careful to not
over lubricate. Do not lubricate the face of the bolt as this can cause a high
chamber pressure.
4) Using brush and solvent, clean the extractor.
5) Lightly coat the extractor with oil.
6) Clean outside of carrier body with carbon solvent

coated cloth.
7) Clean the bore of the carrier using a bore brush or nylon

brush soaked in carbon solvent, then finish with a brush wrapped in cloth or
patches.
8) Lightly coat the outside of carrier body and gas key with
oil.
9) Wipe firing pin with solvent coated cloth.
10) Lightly lubricate firing pin.
11) Clean cam pin with carbon solvent coated cloth. Lightly
coat cam pin with oil.
12) Re-assemble bolt carrier assembly. see section 5.4
e. Lower Receiver
1) Clean areas of powder fouling, corrosion, and dirt with a

carbon solvent coated cloth.
2) Remove buffer assembly and spring from lower receiver.

see section 5.5
3) Clean buffer and spring of any foreign matter.
4) Lightly coat buffer and spring with lubricant.
5) Re-install buffer and spring. See section 5.6
f. Optic (if equipped)
1) Remove large particles from exposed lens surfaces by

first blowing on surface.
2) Brush with lens cleaning brush.
3) Apply lens cleaning fluid or isopropyl alcohol to non-

silicone lens cleaning tissue. Wipe lens in a circular motion starting in center of lens
and working towards outside. DO NOT scrub the lens as damage to the coating
could result.
g. Magazine
1) Unload magazine being careful not to break or distort

feed lips.
2) Turn magazine base up.
3) Insert a small punch in the hole in the floor plate and tilt
back to lift the plate upward. See figure 7.3
4) While the floor plate is tilted up, slide the plate rearward
off the magazine body.
5) Slide spring and follower out of magazine. Leave all parts

attached. See figure 7.4
6) Clean follower, spring and inside of magazine of all

foreign particles.
7) Apply a light coat of oil to the spring and follower of

magazine.
8) Reassemble magazine in reverse order as disassembly.
h. Weapon Exterior
Wipe exterior of rifle leaving a light coat of oil.
i. Trigger
Lubricate the springs and hinge points of the trigger

mechanism.
j. Charging Handle
1) Apply a light coat of oil to the handle exterior.
2) Apply a few drops of oil to the inside charging handle

slot in the upper receiver prior to handle installation.
3. Frequency of Maintenance
a. The weapon bore should be cleaned after every shooting

session.
b. In a field environment, keep the chamber clean and bolt free

of debris.
b. Use 000 (triple zero) grade steel wool to remove any small rust
spots without damage the weapon except high shine blued weapons.
4. Weapon Storage
To ensure weapons are ready when needed proper storage

procedures should be followed. A regular program of once-a-month application
of lubrication to the weapon will ensure it’s always ready for used. A term for this
schedule is L O A M or Lubricate Once a Month.
Take the following steps prior to storing the weapon for any length of
time.
a. Thoroughly clean and lubricate the intire weapon as previously

described.
b. Generously coat the bore of the weapon with an oily patch.
c. Oil the exterior of the rifle with an oil-soaked rag or cloth leaving
a heavy film of oil.
d. Let carrier assembly travel forward into the locked-up position.
WARNING: Do not store loaded weapons.
e. Close ejection port cover assembly.
f. With weapon clear, point muzzle in a safe direction, put

selector on “FIRE” position and pull the trigger. Leave the hammer in the fallen
position.
NOTE: When returning a weapon back to normal use, wipe off

excessive oil and clean excessive oil from the bore.
VIII. SCHEMATIC:
1. Upper Receiver Assembly
KEY DESCRIPTION KEY DESCRIPTION

1 CHARGING HANDLE ASSY 15 QUAD RAIL HANDGUARD
2 FORWARD ASSIST 16 BARREL UNIT
3 FORWARD ASSIST SPRING 17 ROUND HAND GUARD CAP

4 UPPER RECEIVER 18 GAS TUBE
5 FORWARD ASSIST ROLL PIN 19 GAS TUBE ROLL PIN
EJECTION PORT COVER
6 20 FRONT SIGHT POST
SPRING
7 EJECTION PORT COVER 21 FRONT SIGHT POST DETENT
FRONT SIGHT POST DETENT
8 AR EJECTION PORT C CLIP 22
SPRING
9 EJECTION PORT COVER ROD 23 14.5 HVY BBL ASSY 1:7
10 BOLT CARRIER ASSEMBLY 24 CRUSH WASHER
11 SNAP RING 25 A2 FLASH HIDER
12 WELD SPRING 26 FORWARD SLING SWIVEL
13 DELTA RING 27 FORWARD SLING SWIVEL RIVET
14 INDEX PIN 28 FRONT SIGHT TAPER PINS
2. Carry Handle Assembly
KEY DESCRIPTION KEY DESCRIPTION

1 APERTURE 10 REAR BASE SPRING PIN
2 APERTURE FLAT SPRING 11 REAR BASE ELEVATION SPRING
3 WINDAGE SCREW 12 REAR BASE ELEVATION KNOB A3
4 REAR BASE SPRING 13 REAR BASE INDEX ELEVATION
5 REAR BASE BALL DETENT 14 REAR BASE INDEX SCREW
6 CARRY HANDLE THUMB NUT 15 REAR BASE LUG
7 CARRY HANDLE 16 WINDAGE KNOB
8 CARRY HANDLE BODY 17 WINDAGE KNOB PIN
9 CARRY HANDLE CROSS BOLT
3. Bolt Carrier / Charging Handle Assembly
4. Stock Assembly
5. Lower Receiver Assembly
KEY DESCRIPTION
1 BOLT CATCH
2 BOLT CATCH ROLL PIN
3 BOLT CATCH DETENT
4 BOLT CATCH DETENT SPRING
5 MAGAZINE CATCH
6 PIVOT PIN DETENT SPRING
7 PIVOT PIN DETENT SPRING
8 PIVOT PIN
9 TRIGGER GUARD
10 TRIGGER GUARD ROLL PIN
11 DISCONNECTOR SPRING
12 MAGAZINE CATCH SPRING
13 MAGAZINE CATCH BUTTON
14 HAMMER / TRIGGER PIN
15 PISTOL GRIP SCREW WASHER
16 PISTOL GRIP SCREW
17 PISTOL GRIP
18 SELECTOR SPRING
19 SELECTOR DETENT
20 REAR TAKEDOWN PIN
21 REAR TAKEDOWN PIN SPRING
REAR TAKEDOWN SPRING
22
DETENT
23 BUFFER RETAINER SPRING
24 BUFFER RETAINER
6. Full Auto Fire Control
KEY DESCRIPTION
1 AUTO SEAR PIN
2 AUTO SEAR
3 HAMMER (AUTO)
4 HAMMER SPRING
5 TRIGGER SPRING
6 TRIGGER (AUTO)
7 DISCONNECTOR SPRING
8 DISCONNECTOR (AUTO)
9 SELECTOR (AUTO)
WARNINGS
1. Read this manual completely before handling, loading or operating

this weapon.
2. Always assume weapon is loaded until proven otherwise.
3. Be sure to clear weapon before disassembling, cleaning, inspecting,

transporting or storing.
4. Stay clear of muzzle and always keep weapon pointed down range.
5. Keep safety on until ready to fire.
6. Do not place your finger on the trigger unless you are ready to fire
the weapon and you are certain of your target and the area behind the target.
7. Always look into the chamber as part of your weapon-clearing

procedure.
8. Dispose of live and “dud” rounds appropriately.
9. Do not modify components, use repair parts, or interchange

components other than those authorized by this manual.
10. Always ensure barrel is not obstructed by water, mud or other debris
before firing.
11. Do not keep live ammunition near work area during inspection and
function testing.
12. Always wear eye and ear protection when firing this weapon.
13. DO NOT FIRE seriously corroded or dented cartridges.
14. Only fire 5.56 NATO or .223 Remington ammunition in this weapon.
PRECAUTIONS
1. Always wear proper eye protection when disassembling, assembling

or cleaning this weapon.
2. To avoid damage to equipment, do not use dry cleaning solvent on

plastic components.
3. If ammunition is wet or dirty, wipe it off with a clean, dry rag prior to
use.
4. Do not lubricate ammunition. Lubricating cartridges produces bolt

thrust and can damage weapon and/or harm the user. Dust and other abrasives
that collect on oily ammunition are damaging to operating parts of the weapon
5. Never touch hot barrel or suppressor without proper protection.
6. Do not interchange parts of the weapon with other weapons unless

specified in this manual.
7. Perform disassembly only to the level of maintenance

required/authorized to identify and correct deficiencies. Always clear the
weapon before starting any procedure described in this manual. Do not touch
the trigger until the weapon has been cleared.
********** END **********

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ATS/3 Date Updated: 01 June 2021

STUDENT HANDOUTS References: R4 Manual & ST

Weight – 6.11 lbs. (3 kg)

FIGURE 1.1 Weapon Overview

a. Point muzzle in a safe direction.

b. Place selector in ‘Safe’ position. – See figure 2.1

c. Remove magazine by pushing magazine catch button on right

e. Unload magazine by exerting pressure on base of cartridge

2. Manual Safety Operation

WARNING: Do not touch the trigger while operating the selector or

a. The manual safety is operated by rotating the safety selector

b. To put the weapon on ‘SAFE’, rotate the safety selector to point

c. To put the weapon on ‘FIRE’, rotate the safety selector until it is

d. If applicable; to place the weapon on ‘AUTO’, rotate the

Figure 2.1 Lower Assembly Controls

When choosing ammunition to fire in the Remington R4TM it is

a. Bullet weight should be between 50 - 77 gr.

a. To load the Remington R4TM magazine

1) Grasp magazine in one hand and use free hand to insert

2) Repeat this process until all rounds have been loaded

3) Ensure rounds are fully seated to the rear of the

Figure 2.2 Loading Magazine

b. Install Magazine into the R4TM

1) Move safety selector to SAFE position.

2) Insert magazine into the magazine well until the

3) Pull down on magazine to ensure it is fully seated.

c. Load Round into Chamber

1) If the bolt carrier assembly locked in its rearward position,

2) If the bolt carrier assembly is in forward position, grasp

NOTE: When manually charging rifle, do not “ride” or ease bolt

a. Secure a firm grip on the weapon.

The Remington R4TM is equipped with adjustable sights. Before utilizing

Figure 2.3 Front Sight

2) With the rear sight elevation adjustment, lower the rear

3) For zeroing, the small aperture should be used, and the

Figure 2.4 Rear Sight

It is recommended that the R4TM be zeroed at 25 meters. When

To zero the R4, follow these steps.

1) Place an approved target at 25 meters.

2) With sights property employed and at mechanical zero,

4) Measure the vertical and horizontal distance from the

5) Calculate the amount of adjustment needed to move

6) Adjust the front sight by depressing the detent with a

7) The rear sight is adjusted by turning the knob the

8) After adjustments are made repeat steps 1 through 7

Adjusting the sights will have the following effects.

Sight Movement POI Will Move

8. Carry Handle Removal

The top of the R4 upper receiver is equipped with a MIL-STD-1913 rail.

Removing carry handle to affix alternate sight option:

a. Loosen thumb screws counterclockwise until positive stop is felt.

b. Tilt and lift carry handle of the upper receiver.

c. Install replacement sight system per manufactures directions.

Figure 2.5 Carry Handle Removal

III. MALFUNCTION AND STOPPAGES:

WARNING: If a noticeable difference in sound or recoil is experienced

1. Weapon Fails to Fire

a. Place selector into the SAFE position if possible. If the hammer

b. Do not open action immediately. Wait at least 10 seconds to

d. Load next round into chamber and attempt to fire weapon.

e. If subsequent rounds fail to fire, perform inspection and

2. Spent Cartridge Fails to Extract or Eject