Weapons used in the Army Cadet Force

You will only be allowed to shoot these weapons when you are fully trained and can pass a Skill at Arms test on that weapon

The Air Rifle .177

No 8 Rifle .22

The Cadet GP L98A2 Rifle 5.56mm

Light Support Weapon 5.56mm

Cadet Target Rifle 7.62mm

Shotgun

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MARKSMANSHIP PRINCIPLIES

1.                Position and Hold:                             
You’re FIRING POSITION and HOLD must be firm enough to support the weapon.

2.                Pointing Naturally: The weapon must be held upright and pointed naturally at the target without undue physical effort.

3.                Sight Alignment: and aiming must be correct.

4.                Breathing Control: you must control the rhythm of your breathing and operate the trigger correctly

5.                Follow Through: The shot will be fired and “followed through” without undue movement disturbing your aim.

You must learn these “Marksmanship Principles”

Until they become firmly established in your mind

The application of them demands great concentration on your part; this combined with the determination to be a Marksman will ensure success

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