The Modern Infantryman's Arsenal

15 Points Per Correct Answer - No time limit  

1. Adopted in 1985, what pistol is the official sidearm of the US Armed Forces? M1911A1 M11 Mk23 M9

2. Which of these weapons doesn't belong in this group? M-16 M-14 M-4 CAR-15

3. The AK-74 fires a larger caliber round than the M-16. True False

4. The M136 is what type of weapon? Grenade launcher Rocket launcher Medium machine gun Anti-personnel mine

5. The Enfield L85 (also known as the SA80) is the standard issue assault rifle of the British Army. It is chambered in 5.56mm, and has a bullpup configuration. What does "bullpup" mean? The weapon has a shorter, carbine-length barrel. The action is located behind the grip. The weapon has a lightweight polymer frame. The weapon has an integral, non-removable optical sight.

6. The Barret Model 82A1 is a .50 caliber sniper rifle, primarily intended for the AMR role. What does "AMR" mean? Answer: (Three Words, all capitalized, no hyphens.)

7. Which of the following is NOT a distinguishing difference between the Soviet-built RPG-7 and RPG-18? The RPG-7 includes integral optics. The RPG-7 uses wood in its construction. The RPG-18 is an original design. The RPG-18 cannot safely be reloaded.

8. Which of the following weapons doesn't belong in this group? M21 PSG1 M24 SR25

9. What NATO weapon is the closest match to the Soviet-designed AGS-17? AT-4 M203 Mk19 M240G

10. The IMI Tavor is a next-generation 5.56mm assault rifle, designed with several modern features. What does "IMI" stand for? Answer: (Three words, includes a nationality.)

11. Who designed and manufactures the revolutionary P-90 assault weapon? Chartered Industries of Singapore Heckler & Koch Fabrique Nationale Russian State Arsenals

12. How far is the average soldier expected to be able to throw an M67 fragmentation hand grenade, and how wide is the M67's casualty radius? 30 meters / 15 meters 30 meters / 5 meters 40 meters / 5 meters 35 meters / 15 meters

13. The M203 underbarrel grenade launcher and the Mk19 automatic grenade launcher both use the same ammunition. True False

14. The Type 91 is a 35mm non-lethal projectile launcher that is primarily in service with what nation's armed forces? China Ukraine North Korea France

15. You and your team are assigned to rescue a hostage, being held in a room by an unknown number of bad guys. Which of the following grenades are you most likely to use during the rescue? M67 M84 M15 Mk3A2