Figure 14-42.--Modified sitting position.
Figure 14-44.--Backblast danger zones.
Disadvantages Restricted movement.
Limited visibility.
Prone Position
To assume the prone position (fig. 14-43), first lay
the launcher on the ground, pointed toward the target.
Then lie on your stomach at an angle of not less than 90
degrees to the line of fire to keep your body clear of the
backblast. Your body should be straight, and your right
leg should be directly on a line running through your
right hip and right shoulder. Move your left leg to the
left as far as possible without discomfort. Keep both
heels close to the ground. Place the launcher on your
right shoulder and place both elbows under the launcher.
Figure 14-43.--Prone position.
Hold your head steady with your right eye lined up with
the sights. Tracking a moving target from the prone
position is not recommended. The firer's movement is
half-left face. Sit with your legs crossed, and place the
limited. Your legs and feet could be injured by the
launcher on your right shoulder. Place your right hand
backblast by changing the position of the launcher.
on the firing mechanism and grasp the carrying sling
Advantages Very stable firing position.
with your left hand. Lean slightly forward from the hips,
You are a small target.
and rest your elbows forward of your knees to avoid
Disadvantages Limited movement for tracking.
bone-to-bone contact.
Limited elevation of the launcher.
2. To assume the modified sitting position (fig.
Poor visibility.
14-42), keep the launcher pointed toward the target and
execute a half-left face. Sit with your legs partly
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
extended and well apart; place the launcher on your right
shoulder. Dig your heels into the ground as in the
The following precautions are necessary to prevent
conventional rifle position. Rest your elbows forward of
injury to personnel and damage to material:
your knees to avoid bone-to-bone contact.
Advantages Stable firing position.
1. Take care in selecting positions for firing. Avoid
You are a small target.
areas that could cause you to fire through a screen of
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