A Comparative Test of Accuracy and Speed of Fire With the Improved Loop Sling, With the Combat Rifle Sling and Without a Sling

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Abstract:

The report is Part I of a study on the use of a sling in M-1 rifle fire, and presents an evaluation of two new slings (the Improved Loop Sling and the Combat Rifle Sling) proposed for Army use. Accuracy and speed of fire (1) with the Improved Loop Sling, (2) with the Combat Rifle Sling, and (3) without a sling, were measured at ranges of 200 and 300 yards, using the prone position.

Author(s):
Hammes, John A. ; Mcfann, Howard H. ; Ward, Albert A.
Author Organization(s):
GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIV ALEXANDRIA VA
Funding Organization(s):
Department of the Army, Chief of Research and Development, Washington , DC
Document Type:
Technical Report/Interim Report
Publication Date:
1954 Aug 18
Pagination:
46

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution Code:
A - Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement: Public Release

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Collection: TRECMS
Subject Terms
Communities of Interest:
Weapons Technologies
Descriptor(s):
instructors, accuracy, instructions, army, infantry, military personnel, small arms, standards, statistical analysis, statistical tests, training, warfare, base lines, dispersions, guns, recovery, shoulder
Keyword(s):
M 1 GUNS (CAL 30)
Subject Categories:
Ordnance
Update Date:
2023 Feb 09