Inspection and Repair of The M107 Long Range Sniper Rifle (LRSR)

MCI 2136
MARINE CORPS INSTITUTE
INSPECTION AND REPAIR OF

THE M107 LRSR
MARINE BARRACKS
WASHINGTON, DC
UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS
MARINE CORPS INSTITUTE
912 CHARLES POOR STREET SE
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IN REPLY REFER TO:
1550
Ser 2136
1 May 08
From: Director
To: Marine Corps Institute Student
Subj: INSPECTION AND REPAIR OF THE M107 LRSR (MCI 2136)
1. Purpose. The subject course provides instruction for the maintenance of the M107 LRSR.
2. Scope. This course covers characteristics of the new weapon system, assembly and
disassembly, function checks, inspections, troubleshooting, and detecting malfunctions within
the cycle of operation.
3. Applicability. This course is intended for instructional purposes only. This course is
designed for the Marine, private through gunnery sergeant, in MOS 2111 that may have received
only familiarization training at the Ordnance Maintenance Center of Excellence.
4. Recommendations. Comments and recommendations on the contents of the course are

invited and will aid in subsequent course revisions. Please complete the course evaluation
questionnaire at the end of the final examination. Return the questionnaire and the examination
booklet to your proctor.
M. SCOTT REICHENBAUGH
By direction
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Table of Contents
Page
Contents ............................................................................................................................ i
Student Information .......................................................................................................... iii
Study Guide ...................................................................................................................... v
Study Unit 1 Disassembly .................................................................................. 1-1
Lesson 1 Clearing and Field Stripping......................................................... 1-3

Lesson 2 Disassemble the Major Assemblies .............................................. 1-19
Study Unit 2 Assembly and Care ....................................................................... 2-1
Lesson 1 Connect the Assemblies................................................................ 2-3

Lesson 2 Storage and Shipping .................................................................... 2-25
Study Unit 3 Troubleshoot and Inspect.............................................................. 3-1
Lesson 1 Troubleshoot ................................................................................. 3-3

Lesson 2 Inspection...................................................................................... 3-19
Review Lesson Examination............................................................................................. R-1
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MCI Course 2136 ii

Student Information
Number and MCI 2136

Title INSPECTION AND REPAIR OF THE M107 LRSR
Study Hours 12
Course Text
Materials
Review Agency Ground Ordnance School

Aberdeen Proving Grounds
Aberdeen, MD 21001-3787
Reserve 4
Retirement
Credits (RRC)
ACE This course is scheduled for review by the American Council on Education
during 2008.
Assistance For administrative assistance, have your training officer or NCO log on to the
MCI home page at www.mci.usmc.mil. Marines CONUS may call toll free
1-800-MCI-USMC. Marines worldwide may call commercial (202) 685-
7596 or DSN 325-7596.
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MCI 2136 iv
Study Guide
Congratulations Congratulations on your enrollment in a distance education course from the

Distance Learning and Technologies Department (DLTD) of the Marine
Corps Institute (MCI). Since 1920, the Marine Corps Institute has been
helping tens of thousands of hard-charging Marines, like you, improve their
technical job performance skills through distance learning. By enrolling in
this course, you have shown a desire to improve the skills you have and
master new skills to enhance your job performance. The distance learning
course you have chosen, MCI 2136, Inspection and Repair of the M107
LRSR, provides instruction on the inspection and repair of the M107 LRSR.
This course covers characteristics of the weapon system, assembly and
disassembly, function checks, inspections, troubleshooting, and detecting
malfunctions within the cycle of operation.
Your Personal • YOU ARE PROPERLY MOTIVATED. You have made a positive
Characteristics decision to get training on your own. Self-motivation is perhaps the
most important force in learning or achieving anything. Doing whatever
is necessary to learn is motivation. You have it!
• YOU SEEK TO IMPROVE YOURSELF. You are enrolled to

improve those skills you already possess, and to learn new skills. When
you improve yourself, you improve the Corps!
• YOU HAVE THE INITIATIVE TO ACT. By acting on your own,

you have shown you are a self-starter, willing to reach out for
opportunities to learn and grow.
• YOU ACCEPT CHALLENGES. You have self-confidence and

believe in your ability to acquire knowledge and skills. You have the
self-confidence to set goals and the ability to achieve them, enabling you
to meet every challenge.
• YOU ARE ABLE TO SET AND ACCOMPLISH PRACTICAL

GOALS. You are willing to commit time, effort, and the resources
necessary to set and accomplish your goals. These professional traits
will help you successfully complete this distance learning course.
Continued on next page
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Study Guide, Continued
Beginning Your Before you actually begin this course of study, read the student information
Course page. If you find any course materials missing, notify your training officer or
training NCO. If you have all the required materials, you are ready to begin.
To begin your course of study, familiarize yourself with the structure of the
course text. One way to do this is to read the table of contents. Notice the
table of contents covers specific areas of study and the order in which they are
presented. You will find the text divided into several study units. Each study
unit is comprised of two or more lessons and lesson exercises.
Leafing Leaf through the text and look at the course. Read a few lesson exercise
Through the questions to get an idea of the type of material in the course. If the course has
Text additional study aids, such as a handbook or plotting board, familiarize
yourself with them.
The First Study Turn to the first page of study unit 1. On this page, you will find an
Unit introduction to the study unit and generally the first study unit lesson. Study
unit lessons contain learning objectives, lesson text, and exercises.
Reading the Learning objectives describe in concise terms what the successful learner,
Learning you, will be able to do as a result of mastering the content of the lesson text.
Objectives Read the objectives for each lesson and then read the lesson text. As you read
the lesson text, make notes on the points you feel are important.
Completing the To determine your mastery of the learning objectives and text, complete the
Exercises exercises developed for you. Exercises are located at the end of each lesson,
and at the end of each study unit. Without referring to the text, complete the
exercise questions and then check your responses against those provided.
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Continuing to Continue on to the next lesson, repeating the above process until you have
March completed all lessons in the study unit. Follow the same procedures for each
study unit in the course.
Preparing for To prepare for your final exam, you must review what you learned in the
the Final Exam course. The following suggestions will help make the review interesting and
challenging.
• CHALLENGE YOURSELF. Try to recall the entire learning

sequence without referring to the text. Can you do it? Now look back at
the text to see if you have left anything out. This review should be
interesting. Undoubtedly, you’ll find you were not able to recall
everything. But with a little effort, you’ll be able to recall a great deal
of the information.
• USE UNUSED MINUTES. Use your spare moments to review. Read

your notes or a part of a study unit, rework exercise items, review again;
you can do many of these things during the unused minutes of every
day.
• APPLY WHAT YOU HAVE LEARNED. It is always best to use the

skill or knowledge you’ve learned as soon as possible. If it isn’t
possible to actually use the skill or knowledge, at least try to imagine a
situation in which you would apply this learning. For example make up
and solve your own problems. Or, better still, make up and solve
problems that use most of the elements of a study unit.
• USE THE “SHAKEDOWN CRUISE” TECHNIQUE. Ask another

Marine to lend a hand by asking you questions about the course.
Choose a particular study unit and let your buddy “fire away.” This
technique can be interesting and challenging for both of you!
• MAKE REVIEWS FUN AND BENEFICIAL. Reviews are good

habits that enhance learning. They don’t have to be long and tedious. In
fact, some learners find short reviews conducted more often prove more
beneficial.
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Tackling the When you have completed your study of the course material and are confident
Final Exam with the results attained on your study unit exercises, take the sealed envelope
marked “FINAL EXAM” to your unit training NCO or training officer.
Your training NCO or officer will administer the final examination and return
the examination and the answer sheet to MCI for grading. Before taking your
final examination, read the directions on the DP-37 answer sheet carefully.
Completing The sooner you complete your course, the sooner you can better yourself by
Your Course applying what you’ve learned! HOWEVER--you do have 2 years from the
date of enrollment to complete this course.
Graduating! As a graduate of this distance education course and as a dedicated Marine,

your job performance skills will improve, benefiting you, your unit, and the
Marine Corps.
Semper Fidelis!
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STUDY UNIT 1
DISASSEMBLY
Overview
Scope Understanding and applying weapon maintenance procedures are critical

elements in the development of safe and consistent weapons maintenance
skills. This study unit will cover clearing, field stripping, and disassembly of
the M107 LRSR. Also discussed are the weapon characteristics, safety
precautions, as well as the procedure for removing the magazine.
This study unit will provide the knowledge you need to skillfully and safely
disassemble the M107 LRSR.
In This Study This study unit contains the following lessons:

Unit
Lesson See Page

Clearing and Field Stripping 1-3
Disassemble the Major Assemblies 1-19
MCI Course 2136 1-1 Study Unit 1


LESSON 1
CLEARING AND FIELD STRIPPING
Introduction
Scope Observing the safety precautions and knowing the readiness condition of your
weapon are essential foundations for responsible weapons maintenance. This
lesson provides the information to clear and field strip an M107 LRSR in a
responsible manner.
Learning At the end of this lesson, you should be able to

Objectives
• Identify the characteristics of the M107 LRSR.
• Identify the safety precautions.
• Identify the procedure for clearing a M107 LRSR.
• Identify the characteristics of a field stripped M107 LRSR.
• Identify the steps for separating the upper and lower receivers.
• Identify the steps for separating the bolt carrier from the lower receiver.
In This Lesson This lesson contains the following topics:
Topic See Page

Introduction 1-3
Weapon Characteristics 1-4
Safety Precautions 1-8
Clearing the Weapon 1-10
Field Stripping Procedure 1-12
Lesson 1 Exercise 1-16
MCI Course 2136 1-3 Study Unit 1, Lesson 1

Weapon Characteristics
Capabilities The M107 is a long-range sniper weapon system that utilizes standard .50
caliber ammunition. The M107 is a man-portable, direct line-of-sight system
capable of providing precision fire on targets at distances up to 1100 yards
(1000 meters).
Functional The M107 is a semi-automatic, air-cooled, box magazine-fed rifle chambered

Description for .50 caliber ammunition. This rifle operates by means of the short recoil
principle, rather than gas.
Basic The basic M107 rifle is equipped with a bipod, muzzle brake, carrying
Equipment handle, and a 10-round removable magazine. The M107 system is composed
of the rifle and a sniper scope, plus spare magazines. The rifle is also
supplied with a fitted dirt and water-tight carrying case, cleaning kit drag bag,
cleaning equipment, and telescope adjustment tools.
Equipment The specifications of the M107 LRSR are listed in the table below:
Data
Equipment Specifications
Caliber 50 Browning Machine Gun (12.7 × 99 mm)
Weight (gun and scope) 28.5 Pounds Unloaded
Assembled Length 57 Inches
Barrel Length 29 Inches
Magazine Capacity 10 Rounds
Magazine Weight 10 Rounds 4.12 Pounds
Magazine Weight 8 Rounds 3.62 Pounds
Stock Integral w/Lower Receiver (steel)
Safety Manual Thumb-Lever
Maximum Range Approximately 7450 Yards
Maximum Effective Range Approximately 2000 Yards
Note: The maximum range and maximum effective range were measured
using standard 660 grain bullets.

Weapon Characteristics, Continued
Left View The left-side view of the M107 reveals the barrel, lower receiver, carrying
handle, trigger, safety selector, pistol grip, recoil pad, upper receiver, and
monopod as indicated in the graphic below:

Right View The right-side view of the M107 reveals the telescope, front sight, muzzle
brake, bipod assembly, bolt carrier, magazine, and rear grip as indicated in the
graphic below:

Major A brief description of the M107 LRSR major components are listed in the
Components table below:
Part Description
Upper Receiver Includes the front sight, accessory base, carrying handle,
Assembly muzzle brake, barrel, and rail system.
Rail Used to attach the scope, the carrying handle, and accessory
optic sights.
Carrying Handle Steel stock with a hard plastic handle.
Front Sight A 0.075-inch (0.19 cm) post with a protective, anti-glare ring.
Muzzle Brake Critical to the functioning of the weapon and absorbs
approximately 70 percent of the recoil.
Barrel The length is 29 inches (73.7 cm), with eight lands and grooves
in a uniform right-hand twist. The muzzle end is threaded to
accept a muzzle brake, and the breech end has a barrel
extension integral to the locking function.
Bolt Assembly Houses the firing pin, extractor, and ejector.
Bolt and Carrier Consists of the bolt, firing pin, all extraction and ejection
Assembly mechanisms, cocking lever, and sear.
Bipod Assembly Detachable forward support system composed of retractable
legs and extending foot pads.
Lower Receiver Includes the detachable bipod assembly, buffer assembly,
Assembly midlock pin, and trigger mechanism.

Safety Precautions
General This section contains general safety cautions and warnings to be applied
Information during operation and maintenance of the equipment. Failure to observe these
precautions could result in damage to the equipment and serious injury or
death to personnel.
Cautions To avoid damage to equipment, observe the following conditions and

practices listed below:
• Do not allow the bolt to slam home while the basic weapons check is
being performed. Doing so may damage the bolt or chamber.
• Be sure the front hook on the upper receiver and the hinge bar on the
lower receiver are properly mated so the final assembly motion does not
damage the rifle.
• Make sure the bolt carrier is completely forward of the sheet metal closure
before removing it from the lower receiver to avoid serious damage to the
lower receiver.
• Do not pull on the barrel springs to remove the barrel key. Doing so may
damage the springs.
• Do not allow sunlight to shine through the scope. Light focused on the
crosshairs and mil dots may warp them.
• Use extreme care to protect the scope lenses from solvents and scratches.
• Do not allow bore cleaner or any solvent to remain in contact with the
impact (barrel) bumpers as it may cause plastic composite material to
deteriorate.
• Avoid the loss of the front sight spring during the removal from the front
sight detent.
• Do not leave rounds in the magazine for extended periods of time since
this will cause the spring to lose tension and trigger a malfunction.
• Be especially careful not to damage the muzzle’s crown when inserting

cleaning rods or other devices through the muzzle end of the barrel since
it could affect the accuracy of the rifle.

Safety Precautions, Continued
Warnings To avoid personal injury or loss of life, observe the following conditions and
practices listed below:
• Wear eye protection during removal of the main spring or main spring
buffer. Serious injury could result if components are released improperly.
• Make sure the weapon is unloaded and on “SAFE” before performing any
functional procedures.
• Point bolt away from face while disassembling the extractor and ejector.
Injury may result if parts fly free.
• Wear eye protection and point the firing pin extension assembly away
from the face when removing compression helical springs.
• Wear eye protection to prevent injury from spring-loaded parts,

particularly when removing or replacing the magazine cover.
• Do not release springs suddenly. The tension on the barrel springs is

about 70 pounds.
• Always assume that every weapon is loaded until personal inspection has
determined that it is not.
• Do not store the weapon with live ammunition in either the chamber or
magazine.
• Under no circumstances should the weapon be shipped while it contains

live ammunition—either in the shipping box, magazine, or chamber.
• If the spring-loaded cam is lifted too far, the spring may lose tension,
causing the weapon to malfunction or the weapon to fire when unlocked,
with the potential for serious injury.

Clearing the Weapon
Steps To prevent accidentally reintroducing a round into the chamber from a loaded
magazine, follow the steps listed below when clearing the M107 LRSR:
1. Place the weapon on safe.

2. Unload all ammunition from the weapon.
3. Make sure there is no ammunition left in the weapon.
WARNING: Always assume every weapon is loaded until it is physically

and visually determined that it is not. Always clear the
weapon before any maintenance is performed.
The Safety When personnel handle the M107 LRSR, the safety selector should be in the
“SAFE” position until it is intended to shoot. The safety selector is located
on the left side of the weapon just above the pistol grip. Rotating the safety
selector to the “SAFE” position, as shown in the illustration below, will
prevent the weapon from firing unexpectedly.

Clearing the Weapon, Continued
Unloading To unload the M107 LRSR, follow the steps listed in the table below:
Step Action
1 Place the safety selector in the “SAFE” position as shown in
the illustration below.
2 Press the magazine catch forward towards the cartridge
magazine and remove the cartridge magazine from the lower
receiver as shown in the illustration below. This will only
remove the cartridge magazine and ammunition remaining in
the magazine.
3 Pull the charging handle to the rear. This will eject any
cartridge still chambered.
Note: Remember the bolt does not automatically remain to the rear when the
rifle or magazine is empty.
Verify After the weapon is unloaded—with the charging handle to the rear—visually
inspect the chamber to ensure there is no ammunition present in the breech or
chamber areas.

Field Stripping Procedure
Major Unless there is something wrong with the telescope, the telescope assembly
Assemblies will not be removed for normal field stripping. However, the M107 is field
stripped into four major assemblies:
• Lower receiver assembly

• Upper receiver assembly
• Bolt and carrier assemblies
• Telescopic sight assembly
WARNING: Make sure the weapon is unloaded and the safety selector is in
the “SAFE” position before performing any procedure.

Field Stripping Procedure, Continued
Basic Steps A few steps require multiple actions to be accomplished at the same time. To
field strip an M107 LRSR, follow the steps listed in the table below:
Step Action
1 Remove the rear lock and midlock pins.
2 Grasp the charging handle on the bolt carrier and pull to the
rear until the bolt clears the barrel extension.

Basic Steps,
continued
Step Action
3 While holding the charging handle to the rear, lift the back end
of the upper receiver assembly until it clears the bolt. Slowly
allow the bolt carrier to return to its forward position.
4 Disengage the front hook from the front hook pin on the lower
receiver and lift the upper receiver assembly clear of the lower
receiver assembly.

Basic Steps,
continued
Step Action
5 Pull the bolt carrier rearward and insert the rear lock pin through
the buffer and buffer spring.
WARNING: Buffer and buffer spring are heavy spring tension.

6 Gently pull the bolt carrier forward and lift it out of the lower
receiver assembly.
CAUTION: When removing and before lifting the bolt carrier,

ensure it is completely forward of the housing to
avoid damaging the lower receiver assembly.

Lesson 1 Exercise
Directions Complete exercise items 1 through 7 by performing the actions required.

Check your answers against those listed at the end of the lesson.
Item 1 The M107 is a semi-automatic, air-cooled, box magazine-fed rifle that is

chambered for ______ caliber ammunition and operates by means of the short
recoil principle, rather than gas.
a. .50
b. .40
c. .30
d. .25
Item 2 Because the tension on the barrel springs is about ______ pounds, serious
injury could result if the springs are released suddenly.
a. 10
b. 25
c. 50
d. 70
Item 3 To remove the cartridge magazine, press the magazine catch ________
towards the cartridge magazine and remove the cartridge magazine from the
lower receiver assembly.
a. rearward
b. to the left
c. forward
d. to the right
Item 4 After placing the weapon safety on “_________” and removing the cartridge
magazine, pull the charging handle to the rear, which will eject any cartridge
still chambered.
a. FIRE
b. SAFE
c. BURST
d. LOCK

Lesson 1 Exercise, Continued
Item 5 The M107 LRSR is field stripped into __________ major assemblies.
a. four
b. five
c. six
d. seven
Item 6 To separate the upper and lower receivers, hold the ___________ to the rear,
lift the back end of the upper receiver assembly until it clears the bolt, and
slowly allow the bolt carrier to return to its forward position.
a. lower receiver
b. charging handle
c. carrying handle
d. tripod
Item 7 To separate the bolt carrier from the lower receiver, pull the bolt carrier
rearward, insert the rear lock pin through the ____________ and buffer
spring, gently pull the bolt carrier forward, and lift it out of the lower receiver
assembly.
a. extractor
b. buffer
c. ejector
d. monopod

Answers The table below lists the answers to the exercise items. If you have questions
about these items, refer to the reference page.
Item Number Answer Reference

1 a 1-4
2 d 1-9
3 c 1-11
4 b 1-11
5 a 1-12
6 b 1-14
7 b 1-15
Summary In this lesson, you were provided the information to clear and field strip an
M107 LRSR in a responsible manner.

LESSON 2
DISASSEMBLE THE MAJOR ASSEMBLIES
Introduction
Scope Respecting the safety precautions and recognizing the proper procedures for
the disassembly of a weapon are the essential foundations for responsible
weapons maintenance. Following the correct procedure will prevent injury to
personnel and damage to equipment. This lesson provides the information to
disassemble the M107 LRSR in a responsible manner.

Objectives
• Identify the procedure for removing the pistol grip assembly.
• Identify the procedure for removing the buffer assembly.
• Identify the procedure for removing the trigger assembly.
• Identify the procedure for removing the bipod assembly.
• Identify the procedure for removing the carrying handle assembly.
• Identify the procedure for removing the bolt from the bolt carrier.
• Identify the procedure for disassembling the bolt.
• Identify the procedure for removing the accelerator assembly.
• Identify the procedure for removing the cocking lever assembly.
• Identify the procedure for removing the sear assembly.
• Identify the procedure for removing the firing pin extension assembly.

Introduction, Continued
Topic See Page

Introduction 1-19
Lower Receiver Assembly 1-21
Upper Receiver Assembly 1-26
Bolt and Carrier Assemblies 1-28

Lower Receiver Assembly
Pistol Grip To prevent losing parts of the pistol grip assembly, perform the steps listed in
Assembly the table below:
Step Action
1 Remove the pistol grip screw and the pistol grip washer from
pistol grip.
2 Using an 1/16-inch roll punch, push the safety selector out to
the left side of the weapon.
3 Remove the safety detent, safety spring, and pistol grip at the
same time.
Note: When removing the pistol grip, note the spring and
spring detent are held in place by a small hole in the top
lip of the pistol grip.

Lower Receiver Assembly, Continued
Main Spring To safely remove the main spring and buffer assembly, perform the steps
and Buffer listed in the table below:
Assembly
WARNING: Wear eye protection during removal of main spring or main

spring buffer. Serious injury could result if assemblies are
released improperly.
Step Action
1 Make sure the bolt carrier has been removed from the lower
receiver.
2 Use a screwdriver to push the main spring buffer to the rear of
the lower receiver.
3 Place the rear lock pin or an 1/8-inch punch through the coils of
the main spring and ports in the lower receiver to relieve some
of the pressure on the buffer as it is removed.
4 Place your fingertip into the slot on the main spring buffer and
turn the buffer so the groove in its flange lines up with the
buffer stop on the lower receiver.
5 Slowly and carefully remove the main spring buffer and the
main spring from the receiver.

Transfer Bar To prevent losing parts of the transfer bar assembly, perform the steps listed
Assembly in the table below:
Step Action
1 Remove the transfer bar pin located behind the safety selector
in the trigger housing by placing a 5/32-inch punch on the pin
and tapping it out with a hammer.
2 Remove the transfer bar assembly from the lower receiver

assembly.

Trigger To properly remove and disassemble the trigger assembly, perform the steps
Assembly listed in the table below:
Step Action
1 Make sure the transfer bar assembly has been removed from the
lower receiver.
2 Remove the trigger housing pin located in front of the safety in
the trigger housing by placing a 5/32-inch punch on the pin and
tapping it out with a hammer.
3 Lift the trigger assembly from the lower receiver.
Note: The disconnector and disconnector spring are held in

place on the trigger assembly by the trigger spring.
4 Gently lift the trigger spring over the protrusions in the side of
the trigger and remove.
Note: Removing the trigger spring will separate the

disconnector and disconnector spring from the trigger.
Note: The transfer bar pin and the trigger housing pin are interchangeable.

Recoil Pad Disconnect the recoil pad to the lower receiver assembly by performing the
steps listed in the table below:
Step Action
1 Remove the two recoil pad screws—using the 5/32-inch Torx
screw key—from the recoil pad located on the butt end of the
lower receiver assembly.
2 Pull the recoil pad from the butt end of the lower receiver.
Bipod Remove the bipod locking pin by pulling on the bipod locking pin ring to
Assembly separate the bipod assembly from the lower receiver assembly.

Upper Receiver Assembly
Carrying To safely remove the carrying handle assembly, perform the steps listed in the
Handle table below:
Assembly
Step Action
1 Turn the carrying handle nut counterclockwise to loosen.
2 Slide the carrying handle clamp away from the body of the
carrying handle assembly and lift the handle from rail.

Upper Receiver Assembly, Continued
Optic Mount To safely remove the optic mount system, perform the steps listed in the table
System below:
Note: Unless there is something wrong with the telescope or parts of the
optic mount system, do not remove them from the upper receiver.
Step Action
1 Turn the two bolt nuts counterclockwise using an 1/2-inch box
end wrench to loosen.
2 Slide the two bolt keepers away from the two scope rings and
lift the scope off the rail.

Bolt and Carrier Assemblies
Bolt and Bolt To safely remove the bolt assembly from the bolt carrier assembly, perform
Carrier the steps listed in the table below:
Separation
WARNING: If the cam pin assembly is lifted too far, the spring may lose
tension. If this occurs, the weapon could malfunction or the
weapon could fire when unlocked, with the potential for
serious injury.
Step Action
1 Disengage the cam pin assembly using the rear lock pin or an
1/8-inch punch.
2 Lift or pry the cam pin spring up just far enough to clear the
cam groove in the bolt assembly.
3 Depress the bolt latch on its rearward portion.
Note: At this point, the bolt assembly should spring forward.

4 Grasp the bolt assembly and remove it from the carrier.
CAUTION: Be careful not to lose or deform the bolt spring.

Bolt and Carrier Assemblies, Continued
Bolt To safely disassemble the bolt assembly, perform the steps listed in the table
Disassembly below:
WARNING: Point the bolt away from the face while disassembling the
extractor and ejector. Injury may result if parts fly free.
Step Action
1 Depress the extractor plunger by inserting an 1/16-inch pin
punch through the hole of the extractor while simultaneously
sliding the extractor towards the firing pin hole.
2 Remove the extractor, extractor spring, and extractor plunger

from the bolt.
CAUTION: Use care to contain the spring and plunger.

3 Place the bolt on a firm surface.
4 Placing the end of the 1/16-inch pin punch on the end of the
ejector pin and lightly tap the punch with a hammer to remove
the pin.
Note: Cup your hand over the front of the bolt, prior to
removing the punch, to enable the catching of the ejector
spring and ejector.

Bolt
Disassembly,
continued
Step Action
5 Remove the ejector and ejector spring from the bolt.

Cam Assembly To safely remove the cam and cam pin assembly, perform the steps listed in
the table below:
Step Action
1 Place an 1/16-inch pin punch on the cam pin and tap the punch
lightly with a hammer.
2 Remove the cam pin and cam pin assembly from the bolt
carrier.

Accelerator To safely remove the accelerator assembly, perform the steps listed in the
Assembly table below:
Step Action
1 Make sure the cam pin assembly is removed from the bolt
carrier.
2 Remove the accelerator by pulling it from the left side of the
bolt carrier.
Note: If necessary, a pin punch may be used to assist with its

removal.
3 Slide the accelerator rod from the rear of the bolt carrier.
4 Remove the accelerator spring screw.
5 Remove the accelerator spring by placing a scribe or small
jeweler's screwdriver under the elbow of the spring, next to the
vertical portion of the spring, and lift gently.
Note: The accelerator spring that holds the accelerator in place,

should not be staked to prevent its removal.

Cocking Lever To safely remove the cocking lever, perform the steps listed in the table
below:
Step Action
1 Place an 1/8-inch punch on the split end of the cocking lever
pin and tap the punch with a hammer to dislodge the pin.
2 Remove the cocking lever and cocking lever spring from the
bolt carrier.

Sear To safely remove the sear, perform the steps listed in the table below:
Step Action
1 Place an 1/8-inch punch on the split end of the sear pin and
lightly tap the punch with a hammer to dislodge the sear pin.
2 Remove the sear and sear spring from the bolt carrier.

Firing Pin To safely remove the firing pin extension assembly, perform the steps listed
Extension in the table below:
Assembly
Step Action
1 Place the end of an 1/8-inch punch on the split end of the
extension stop pin located on underside of bolt carrier.
2 Lightly tap the punch with a hammer to dislodge the extension
stop pin.
3 Remove the firing pin extension assembly from the bolt carrier.
Note: If the bolt spring is damaged, remove it from the bolt carrier.

Lesson 2 Exercise

Item 1 Remove the pistol grip screw and the _________ when removing the pistol
grip.
a. pistol grip washer

b. muzzle brake
c. optical sight
d. monopod
Item 2 To relieve some of the pressure on the buffer as it is removed, push the main
spring buffer to the rear and place the rear lock pin or the 1/8-inch punch
through the coils of the ________ and the ports in the lower receiver.
a. trigger spring
b. firing pin spring
c. main spring
d. safety spring
Item 3 When removing the trigger assembly, lift the trigger assembly from the
________________ after removing the trigger housing pin.
a. upper receiver
b. barrel assembly
c. bolt carrier
d. lower receiver
Item 4 Select the item that must be removed with the bipod locking pin to separate
the bipod assembly from the lower receiver assembly.
a. Bolt
b. Barrel
c. Ring
d. Muzzle brake
MCI Course 2136 1-36 Study Unit 1, Lesson 2 Exercise

Item 5 To remove the carrying handle assembly from the weapon, loosen the
carrying handle nut by turning it counterclockwise, then slide the __________
away from the body of the carrying handle assembly.
a. optical sight
b. carrying handle clamp
c. monopod
d. rear sight pin
Item 6 In the first step of removing the bolt from the bolt carrier, you would use the
rear lock pin or an 1/8-inch punch to __________ the cam pin assembly.
a. disengage
b. lock
c. fasten
d. connect
Item 7 While sliding the extractor towards the firing pin hole, which of the following
should be depressed to remove the extractor?
a. Ejector plunger
b. Extractor plunger
c. Bolt
d. Cam spring
Item 8 After removing the cam pin assembly from the bolt carrier, remove the
accelerator by pulling it from the left side of the bolt carrier and then slide the
accelerator rod from the ____________ of the bolt carrier.
a. front
b. left side
c. rear
d. right side

Item 9 To remove the cocking lever and cocking lever spring from the bolt carrier,
place an 1/8-inch punch on the split end of the _____________ and tap the
punch with a hammer to dislodge the pin.
a. bolt latch pin

b. accelerator rod
c. cam pin
d. cocking lever pin
Item 10 Select the item that must be removed when removing the sear and sear spring
from the bolt carrier.
a. Cam pin
b. Bolt latch pin
c. Sear pin
d. Accelerator rod
Item 11 Which item must be removed when removing the firing pin extension
assembly from the bolt carrier?
a. Cam pin
b. Extension stop pin
c. Bolt latch pin
d. Accelerator rod


1 a 1-21
2 c 1-22
3 d 1-24
4 c 1-25
5 b 1-26
6 a 1-28
7 b 1-29
8 c 1-32
9 d 1-33
10 c 1-34
11 b 1-35
Summary In this lesson, you were provided with information to ensure you are able to
skillfully and safely disassemble the M107 LRSR.


STUDY UNIT 2
ASSEMBLY AND CARE OF THE M107 LRSR
Overview
Scope Understanding and applying weapons maintenance steps are critical to the
development of safe and consistent weapons maintenance skills. This study
unit will provide the specifics to skillfully and safely assemble the M107
LRSR.
This study unit includes safety precautions, the steps to assemble sections of
the weapon, and steps to assemble a field stripped M107 LRSR. Storage and
shipping assemblage and the tools used to install the different parts of the
weapon will be discussed as well.
In This Study This study unit contains the following lessons:

Unit
Lesson See Page

Connect the Assemblies 2-3
Storage and Shipping 2-25


LESSON 1
CONNECT THE ASSEMBLIES
Introduction
Scope Complying with the safety precautions and being conscious of the appropriate
steps for the assembly of a weapon are the fundamental practicalities for
responsible weapons maintenance. Follow the correct steps to prevent injury
to personnel and damage to equipment. This lesson provides the information
required to assemble and connect the three major assemblies in a responsible
manner.

Objectives
• Identify the steps in the assembly of the bolt and bolt carrier.
• Identify the steps in the assembly of the upper receiver.
• Identify the steps in the assembly of the lower receiver.
• Identify the steps to connect the major assemblies of the M107 LRSR.
Topic See Page

Introduction 2-3
Bolt and Carrier Assemblies 2-4
Upper Receiver Assembly 2-10
Lower Receiver Assembly 2-12
Connect the Major Assemblies 2-18

Bolt and Carrier Assemblies
Bolt Assembly To safely assemble the bolt assembly, perform the steps listed in the table
below:
Note: Assistance may be required to install the ejector.
WARNING: Point the bolt away from the face while installing the extractor
and ejector. Injury may result if the parts fly free.
Step Action
1 Insert the ejector spring into the bolt.
2 Insert the ejector into the bolt. Make sure the cutout on the
ejector is aligned with the pinhole groove on the bolt.
3 Place the tip of the ejector pin in the hole and tap the ejector pin
until it is held partially in place by the bolt body.
4 Place a fired brass cartridge or a large punch into a vise with
the base of the cartridge facing outward.
5 Push the bolt breech face first onto the base of the cartridge and
carefully tap in the ejector pin.
6 Insert the extractor spring into the bolt.
7 Using a flat-tip screwdriver, press the extractor plunger into the
bolt.
8 Slide the extractor over the extractor plunger until the hole in
the extractor is over the extractor plunger.

Firing Pin To properly install the firing pin extension assembly, perform the steps listed
Extension in the table below:
Assembly
Step Action
1 Insert the firing pin extension assembly with the bolt spring
into the bolt carrier.
Note: When inserting the firing pin extension assembly into

the bolt carrier, make sure the hook is facing up on the
firing pin extension.
2 Insert the extension stop pin—split end first—into the top of
the bolt carrier.
3 Tap the extension stop pin into place with a hammer.

Sear To safely install the sear, perform the steps listed in the table below:
Step Action
1 Insert the sear spring into the bolt carrier with the narrow end
towards the top of the bolt carrier.
2 Insert the sear.
3 Insert the split end of the sear pin into the charging handle side
of the bolt carrier.
Note: The direction of the pin will be from right to left.

4 Tap the sear pin into position with a hammer.

Cocking Lever To safely install the cocking lever assembly, perform the steps listed in the
table below:
Step Action
1 Visually check that the cocking lever spring is placed onto the
cocking lever correctly.
2 Insert the cocking lever and cocking lever spring into the
underside of the bolt carrier.
Note: The ends of the cocking lever spring will be pointing

forward on either side of the firing pin.
3 Insert the split end of the cocking lever pin into the side of the
bolt carrier and tap into place with a hammer.
Note: The direction of the pin will be from right to left.

Accelerator To safely install the accelerator assembly, perform the steps listed in the table
Assembly below:
Step Action
1 Slide the accelerator rod—the narrow end first—into the rear of
the bolt carrier.
2 Install the accelerator, inserting it from the left side of bolt
carrier.
Note: The left side of the bolt carrier is opposite of the

charging handle.
3 Insert the accelerator spring into the bolt carrier.
4 Install the accelerator spring screw.
Note: The accelerator spring and accelerator screw will lock the accelerator
into place once it has been fully seated.

Bolt and Bolt To safely connect the bolt with the bolt carrier, perform the steps listed in the
Carrier Merger table below:
Step Action
1 Visually check the bolt spring is in the bolt carrier.
2 Depress the bolt latch.
3 Install the bolt assembly into the bolt carrier.
Note: Make sure the cam groove is facing downward.

4 Compress the bolt assembly against the bolt spring until the
cam pin assembly slips into the cam groove.

Upper Receiver Assembly
Carrying To safely connect the carrying handle assembly to the upper receiver
Handle assembly, perform the steps listed in the table below:
Assembly
Step Action
1 Loosen the carrying handle nut.
2 Position the carrying handle assembly on the rail of the upper
receiver.
3 Align the carrying handle clamp with the handle mount of the
carrying handle assembly.
4 Tighten the carrying handle nut.

Upper Receiver Assembly, Continued
Optic Mount To safely connect the optic mount system to the upper receiver assembly,
System perform the steps listed in the table below:
Step Action
1 Loosen the two bolts.
2 Position the scope on the rail of the upper receiver.
3 Adjust the two bolt keepers against the two scope rings.
4 Tighten the two bolts.
5 Using a T-handled torque wrench, torque the bolt.

Lower Receiver Assembly
Recoil Pad To safely connect the recoil pad to the lower receiver assembly, perform the
steps listed in the table below:
Step Action
1 Position the recoil pad on the butt end of the lower receiver.
2 Align the holes in the recoil pad with the screw holes in the
lower receiver.
3 Install the two recoil pad screws—using the 5/32-inch Torx
screw key—through the two holes in the recoil pad and into the
two holes in the stock.

Bipod To safely connect the bipod assembly to the lower receiver assembly, perform
Assembly the steps listed in the table below:
Step Action
1 Align the bipod assembly with the yoke mounts on the lower
receiver assembly.
2 Secure the bipod with the bipod locking pin.

Trigger To properly assemble and install the trigger assembly, perform the steps listed
Assembly in the table below:
Step Action
1 Place the disconnector spring in the top of the trigger.
2 Insert the disconnector into the slot on the top of the trigger.
Note: Make sure the disconnector spring fits into the slot on the
bottom of the disconnector.
3 Gently slip the trigger spring over the protrusions on the side of the
trigger to secure the disconnector and the disconnector spring.
4 Place the assembly of the trigger into the lower receiver assembly.
Note: Make sure the long leg of the trigger spring is pointing
forward.
5 Extend the trigger into the trigger guard area to the proper depth.
6 Visually align the trigger assembly through the trigger housing pin
hole on the left side of the lower receiver assembly.
7 Insert the trigger housing pin.
Note: This pin has two spring retention grooves around it—in the
middle and at the end. The pin used to retain the trigger must
be inserted with the groove-end first. Make minor positioning
adjustments of the disconnector with a finger while inserting
the pin.
CAUTION: Do not use force or hammer the pin into position
through a misaligned hole.

Transfer Bar To properly install the transfer bar assembly, perform the steps listed in the
Step Action
1 Place the transfer bar assembly into the lower receiver
assembly.
2 Install the transfer bar pin to secure the transfer bar assembly.

Main Spring To properly install the main spring and buffer assembly, perform the steps
and Buffer listed in the table below:
Assembly
WARNING: Wear eye protection during removal of the main spring and
buffer assembly. Serious injury could result if assemblies are
released improperly.
Step Action
1 Slide the main spring into the lower receiver.
2 Place the main spring buffer on the end of the main spring.
3 Guide the main spring into the housing until the buffer is even
with the housing.
4 Place the end of a screw driver into the slot on the main spring
buffer.
5 Turn the buffer so the groove in its flange lines up with the
buffer stop on the lower receiver assembly.
6 Push the main spring buffer to the rear after the main spring has
passed the buffer stop.
7 Turn the screwdriver so that the groove in the main spring
buffer and buffer stop are no longer in line.
8 Insert the rear lock pin through the coils of the main spring and
ports in the receiver for safety.
9 Ease off the pressure applied to the screwdriver until the main
spring buffer stops on the buffer stop.

Pistol Grip To properly install the pistol grip assembly, perform the steps listed in the
Step Action
1 Install the safety selector into the left side of the lower receiver.
Note: While installing the safety selector, the indicator on the
safety selector should be between the FIRE and SAFE
on the lower receiver.
2 Invert the lower receiver.
3 Insert the safety detent and safety spring into the lower
receiver.
4 Align the pistol grip with the lower receiver.
5 Make sure the safety spring is aligned with the small hole on
the top lip of the pistol grip.
Note: The safety spring and safety detent are held in place by
the use of a small hole in the top lip of the pistol grip.
6 Using a T-30 Torx screw key, secure the pistol grip to the
lower receiver with the pistol grip screw and pistol grip washer.
7 Switch the safety detent from SAFE to FIRE to ensure there is
proper engagement with the safety detent.
Note: The trigger will NOT depress with the safety selector switch in the
SAFE position when installed properly.

Connect the Major Assemblies
Connection To connect the major assemblies of the M107 LRSR, perform the steps listed
in the table below:
Note: A few steps require multiple actions to be accomplished at the same

time.
Step Action
1 Place the bolt and bolt carrier assemblies into the forward part
of the lower receiver assembly.
2 Pull the bolt and bolt carrier assemblies rearward and hold in
place. Carefully remove the rear lock pin from the main spring
and buffer.
WARNING: The buffer and main spring are under heavy

tension. Exercise care to avoid injury.

Connect the Major Assemblies, Continued
Connection,
continued
Step Action
3 Still holding the bolt carrier rearward, align the front hook of
the upper receiver assembly with the front hook pin on the
lower receiver assembly and lower the upper receiver into
position.
4 Slowly release the tension from the bolt until it locks into the
barrel extension. With the upper receiver assembly in position
on the lower receiver assembly, secure it with the rear lock pin
and midlock pins.

Lesson 1 Exercise
Directions Complete exercises items 1 through 15 by performing the actions required.

Item 1 While assembling the ejector, in which step would you insert the ejector into
the bolt ensuring that the cutout is aligned with the pinhole groove?
a. four
b. three
c. two
d. one
Item 2 Insert the extractor spring into the ____________ then, using a flat-tip
screwdriver, press the extractor plunger into the bolt and slide the extractor
over the extractor plunger until the hole in the extractor is over the extractor
plunger.
a. bolt
b. barrel
c. sear
d. monopod
Item 3 Insert the firing pin extension assembly into the bolt carrier with the hook
facing ________ on the firing pin extension and tap into position.
a. left
b. right
c. up
d. down
Item 4 Insert the sear spring into the bolt carrier with the narrow end towards the
__________ of the bolt carrier and insert the sear.
a. bottom
b. top
c. left
d. right

Item 5 Select the pin that is inserted into the underside of the bolt carrier to hold the
cocking lever and spring in place.
a. firing pin
b. cam pin
c. bipod locking pin
d. cocking lever pin
Item 6 Slide the accelerator rod, __________ end first, into the _________ of the
bolt carrier.
a. narrow; rear
b. wide; rear
c. narrow; front
d. wide; front
Item 7 Select the direction that the bolt cam groove should be facing when placing
the bolt spring and bolt into the bolt carrier.
a. Forward
b. Inward
c. Outward
d. Downward
Item 8 While installing the carrying handle, loosen the _________________ before
positioning the carrying handle assembly on the rail of the upper receiver.
a. barrel nut
b. muzzle brake
c. carrying handle nut
d. yoke assembly

Item 9 Which tool is used to properly install the two recoil pad screws through the
two holes in the recoil pad and into the two holes in stock?
a. ¼-inch hex key

b. 5/32-inch Torx screw key
c. Flat-tip screwdriver
d. 5/32-inch drift pin
Item 10 Align the bipod assembly with the ____________ on the lower receiver
assembly and with a bipod locking pin; secure the bipod to the weapon.
a. trigger
b. pistol grip
c. butt plate
d. yoke mounts
Item 11 With the long leg of the trigger spring pointing _________, place the trigger,
trigger spring, disconnector, and disconnector spring into the lower receiver
assembly.
a. forward
b. backward
c. to the left
d. to the right
Item 12 While installing the main spring and buffer, place the end of a screwdriver
into the slot on the main spring buffer and then turn the buffer so the groove
in its flange lines up with the __________ on the lower receiver assembly.
a. barrel lock
b. buffer stop
c. midlock pin
d. bolt carrier

Item 13 When installing the pistol grip, the _____________ and safety detent are held
in place by the use of a small hole in the top lip of the pistol grip.
a. safety spring
b. main spring
c. buffer
d. disconnector
Item 14 While installing the bolt and carrier assembly, move the bolt and carrier
assembly rearward and carefully remove the ___________ from the
____________ and buffer.
a. magazine catch pin; upper receiver

b. buffer lock; lower receiver
c. midlock pin; main spring buffer
d. rear lock pin; main spring
Item 15 While connecting the upper and lower receivers, align the front hook of the
upper receiver with the front hook pin on the
a. barrel.
b. lower receiver assembly.
c. bolt carrier.
d. tripod.


1 c 2-4
2 a 2-4
3 c 2-5
4 b 2-6
5 d 2-7
6 a 2-8
7 d 2-9
8 c 2-10
9 b 2-12
10 d 2-13
11 a 2-14
12 b 2-16
13 a 2-17
14 d 2-18
15 b 2-19
Summary In this lesson, you were provided with information to ensure you skillfully
and safely assemble and connect the major assemblies of the M107 LRSR.

LESSON 2
STORAGE AND SHIPPING
Introduction
Scope Abiding by the safety precautions and identifying the proper steps for storage
and shipping are pivotal for weapons maintenance and the prevention of
injury to personnel and damage to equipment. This lesson provides the
information required to store and ship the M107 LRSR in a responsible
manner.

Objectives
• Identify the steps for storing an M107 LRSR.
• Identify the steps for shipping an M107 LRSR.
Topic See Page

Introduction 2-25
Prepare for Storage 2-26
Prepare for Shipping 2-30

Prepare for Storage
General Before storing the weapon, make sure it is thoroughly cleaned as outlined in
Information TM 9-1005-239-10. If the weapon is to be stored for more than 90 days, refer
to MCO P4450.7, “Preparation for Storage.”
WARNING: Do not store the weapon with live ammunition in either the
chamber or magazine.
Preparation To properly prepare the M107 LRSR for storage, perform the steps listed in
the table below:

time.
Step Action
1 Visually check the chamber and magazines contain no live
ammunition.
2 Remove the rear lock and midlock pins.

Prepare for Storage, Continued
Preparation,
continued
Step Action
3 Retract the bolt carrier until it clears the barrel extension and
lift the rear of the upper receiver. Slowly release the tension on
the bolt carrier and separate the lower and upper receivers.
4 Turn the upper receiver upside down and remove the barrel key
from barrel.
CAUTION: Do not pull on the barrel springs to remove the

barrel key. Doing so may damage the springs.

Preparation,
continued
Step Action
5 Slide the barrel into the receiver and rotate it one-half turn.
6 Retract the bolt until the hole in the bolt is visible through the
first hole in the lower receiver. Insert the midlock pin into the
hole.

Preparation,
continued
Step Action
7 Fold the bipod legs in towards the lower receiver.
8 Place all of the weapon pieces into the storage case in the
proper locations.

Prepare for Shipping
General In accordance with MCO P4610.19 and MCO 8020.1, the intermediate
Information maintenance facility will ship weapons requiring depot level maintenance to
Weapons Training Battalion at Quantico, Virginia.
WARNING: Under no circumstances will live ammunition be shipped with

the weapon in the shipping box, the weapon, or the weapon
storage case.
Preparation To properly prepare the M107 LRSR for shipping, perform the steps listed in
the table below:
time.
Step Action
1 Make sure there is no ammunition present by following the
clearing procedures found in TM 9-1005-239-10.
2 Complete form NAVMC 1018 in accordance with
TM 4700-15/1 and detail the required maintenance thoroughly
as possible.
3 Make sure the weapon is properly cleaned by following the
procedures outlined in TM 9-1005-239-10.
4 Place the weapon in its carrying case with its supply system
responsibility items (SSRI) and place it in a shipping box.
5 Fill the shipping box with a cushioned material.
6 Close the box and seal all seams and joints with tape or caulk.
7 Mark the box in accordance with MIL-STD-129, Military
Standard, Marking for Shipment and Storage.
8 Ship the box through U.S. Registered Mail, Return Receipt
Requested. Address the shipment to the address below:
Commanding Officer
Weapons Training Battalion
Marine Corps Combat Development Center
27211 Garand Road
Quantico, VA 22134-5036
Attn: Precision Weapons Section
Note: When the repairs are complete, the weapon system will be returned to
Marine Corps Logistics Bases (MCLB) Albany, Georgia or Barstow,
California to be placed in stock.

Lesson 2 Exercise
Directions Complete exercises items 1 through 4 by performing the actions required.

Item 1 When storing an M107 LRSR, _______ the bolt until the hole in the bolt is
visible through the first hole in the lower receiver.
a. retract
b. turn
c. divert
d. avert
Item 2 Fold the bipod legs ___________ the lower receiver when storing an M107
LRSR.
a. to the left of
b. to the right of
c. in towards
d. away from
Item 3 Before shipping an M107 LRSR, mark the shipping box in accordance with
______________________, the Military Standard, Marking for Shipment and
Storage.
a. MIL-STD-129
b. TM 9-1005-239-10
c. TM 4700-15/1
d. MCO P4790.2C
Item 4 The intermediate maintenance facility will ship an M107 LRSR requiring
depot level maintenance in accordance with _________________ and MCO
8020.1.
a. TM 4700-15/1
b. MCO P4610.19
c. MCO P4790.2C
d. MIL-STD-129


1 a 2-28
2 c 2-29
3 a 2-30
4 b 2-30
Summary In this lesson, you were provided with information to ensure that you
skillfully and safely store and ship a field stripped M107 LRSR in a
responsible manner.

STUDY UNIT 3
TROUBLESHOOT AND INSPECT
Overview
Scope A thorough understanding of how any weapon functions will help you
determine the causes of malfunctions during troubleshooting. Learning the
guidelines for the serviceability of parts and assemblies will give you
standards for inspecting and repairing the weapon. This study unit provides
you the knowledge to distinguish proper function from malfunctioning and
help you determine serviceability standards.
This study unit includes the basic cycles of operation, function checks,
identification of malfunctions, gauging, and malfunction corrective actions.
Also discussed are preventive maintenance checks and temporary storage
conditions.
In This Study This study unit contains the following topics:

Unit
Lesson See Page

Troubleshoot 3-3
Inspection 3-19


LESSON 1
TROUBLESHOOT
Introduction
Scope The ability to correctly diagnose the cause of M107 LRSR malfunctions will
prevent you from wasting valuable time and resources. Instead of searching
for probable causes, you must be able to isolate the problems at their source.
This lesson will provide the knowledge required to diagnose and correct the
malfunctions of the M107 LRSR.
Learning At the end of this lesson, you will be able to

Objectives
• Identify the steps in the cycle of operation.
• Identify malfunctions.
• Identify corrective actions.
Topic See Page

Introduction 3-3
Cycle of Operation 3-4
Diagnose Malfunctions 3-6
Corrective Actions 3-9

Cycle of Operation
General To troubleshoot any weapon, you need to know what occurs during operation.
Information The cycle of operation steps are those that take place during the functioning
of the weapon. The cycle of operation consists of eight basic steps:
• Feeding
• Chambering
• Locking
• Firing
• Unlocking
• Cocking
• Extracting
• Ejecting
Note: More than one step may occur at the same time.
Feeding Feeding is the force of the main spring pushing the bolt forward toward the
barrel extension, stripping a cartridge from the magazine, and loading it into
the chamber—by hand when first loading, by semi-automatic action
afterwards.
Chambering Chambering takes place when the bolt forces the round fully into the firing
chamber and the extractor snaps over the case rim. Blockages (dirt or debris)
can prevent full chambering, as can dirty, bent, dented, or faulty ammunition.
Locking During chambering, the bolt enters the barrel extension and the bolt latch
engages the bolt latch trip (inside top of the upper receiver, just behind barrel
extension). The bolt latch is then depressed, allowing the bolt to retract into
the bolt carrier. The bolt, in turn, rotates due to the cam slot and is locked
when its three locking lugs rotate into place in the barrel extension, closing
the firing chamber.
Firing Pulling the trigger pivots it on the trigger housing pin and presses on the
transfer bar, causing the bar to rise. The transfer bar engages the sear (housed
in the bolt carrier), forcing it upward and out of engagement with the firing
pin extension. The firing pin extension, under spring power, forces the firing
pin forward to strike the primer of the cartridge.

Cycle of Operation, Continued
Unlocking When the cartridge is fired, gas pressure exerts a thrust on the bolt face via
the case head. The bolt carrier carries the bolt and barrel extension to the rear
until the accelerator, protruding beneath the bolt carrier, contacts a shoulder
in the trigger housing area. The accelerator is then pivoted up, causing the
accelerator rod to be pushed out of the bolt carrier. As it protrudes from the
front of the bolt carrier, it separates the bolt carrier from the barrel extension.
Due to the cam slot being in the side of the bolt, the bolt rotates as it is pulled
and unlocks from the barrel extension.
Cocking As the bolt recoils to the rear, the cocking lever “rides” the transfer bar back
and down, causing it to disconnect from the trigger. The transfer bar is then
held down in this position by the disconnector and is not released until
pressure is released from the trigger. After disconnection, the cocking lever
swings on its pin and overrides the transfer bar. The other end of the cocking
lever protrudes into the bolt carrier and into the firing pin extension. As the
cocking lever pivots, it withdraws the firing pin and compresses the firing pin
extension spring. The firing pin extension then catches the sear.
Extracting As the bolt locking lugs rotate away from the barrel extension, the bolt
withdraws from the barrel and the bolt latch locks the bolt in its extended
position. The extractor, located on the bolt face and hooked over the rim of
the fired case, pulls the case from the firing chamber.
Ejecting As soon as the fired case has been extracted and has cleared the rear of the
barrel extension, it is expelled from the rifle by the spring-powered ejector.

Diagnose Malfunctions
General Neither this MCI nor TM 09629A-23&P/2A can list all malfunctions that
may occur with the M107 LRSR. The malfunction/symptom index, found in
TM 09629A-23&P/2A, can be used as a quick guide to troubleshooting the
M107 LRSR. The functions of the weapon are used to determine the
respective malfunctions. The malfunctions will be covered in the same order
as shown in the cycle of operation steps.
Note: If a malfunction is not listed here or in TM 09629A-23&P/2A, contact

your next higher maintenance activity for further guidance.
Failure to Feed When a failure to feed occurs, check the cartridge magazine immediately.
Problems with the cartridge magazine can be traced to three different sources:
• Cartridge magazine not properly seated in the weapon by the shooter

• Damage to the cartridge magazine
• Damaged ammunition
The failure to feed malfunction is most likely caused by the following

conditions:
• Sluggish actions in the cycle of operation

• Short-cycling in the cycle of operation
• Weak or broken main spring
• Binding of the bolt and carrier assemblies in the receiver

Diagnose Malfunctions, Continued
Failure to If a failure to chamber occurs on the first round, a good probability exists that
Chamber the shooter did not ensure the chamber was clean and free of debris.
Assuming the shooter properly cleaned the chamber and a failure to chamber
occurs during the cycle of operation, the malfunction is most likely caused by
one of the following conditions listed below:
• Damaged cartridge magazine

• Faulty main spring
• Bent receiver housing
Failure to A failure to lock/unlock occurs when the weapon does not go fully into or out
Lock/Unlock of battery due to a failure in the locking components. As was the case with
the failure to chamber, excessive dirt, sand, and other obstructions could have
a profound effect in the cycle of operation. Look for foreign matter between
the firing pin, the bolt, and other locking areas when dealing with a failure to
lock or unlock. The most likely cause of a failure to lock or unlock may
occur when the bolt
• Spring is bent or not seated properly.

• Latch is bent or broken.
• Latch spring is faulty.
Failure to Fire You have just encountered a failure to fire with a round in the chamber. The
weapon is locked in the battery position. You pull the trigger and the weapon
does not fire. If you mentally walk through the firing process, you will
realize the failure to fire is most likely caused by one of the following
conditions listed below:
• Improper installation of the firing mechanisms

• Improper installation of the trigger components
• Cracked, bent, or broken trigger components
• Faulty ammunition

Diagnose Malfunctions, Continued
Failure to Dirt or carbon buildup may keep the extractor from fully grasping the rim of
Extract the cartridge case and during recoil, fail to pull it from the barrel chamber. A
dirty chamber or lower receiver will keep the cartridge case from being
extracted from the chamber. The failure to extract is most likely caused by
one of the following conditions listed below:
• Bent, broken, or frozen extractor

• Extractor does not move freely in the slot on the bolt
• Carbon build up in chamber
Failure to Eject The M107 LRSR uses a spring-powered ejector to expel the fired case from
the weapon. Considering the weapon has properly extracted the fired case
from the chamber, the most likely causes for a failure to eject would be a
frozen or broken
• Ejector
• Ejector spring
“Hard” Recoil When fired, a weapon typically generates a recoil force. This recoil force is
absorbed by the weapon and the shooter. When the recoil force is excessively
firm, a “hard” recoil malfunction occurs. The most likely causes for a “hard”
recoil are listed below:
• Faulty/hot ammunition
• Damage to the main spring or main spring buffer
• Loose, missing, damaged, or clogged muzzle brake
Failure to Cock After you have fired a round downrange to your target, the function that
completes the cycle of operation and prepares the weapon for the firing of the
next round is cocking. Many actions occur during the cocking cycle, giving
you quite a few areas to check while diagnosing this malfunction. The most
likely causes for a failure to cock would be a worn or broken
• Trigger
• Trigger spring
• Components of the sear assembly
• Disconnector
• Disconnector spring

Corrective Actions
General As mentioned in the diagnosing malfunction section of this lesson, there is no

way to list all malfunctions that may occur with the M107 LRSR. The same
can be said about corrective actions. This section will cover the most
common corrective actions.
Failure to Feed The table below describes the different causes of a failure to feed and the
corrective actions to use:
If a failure to feed is caused by… Then…

Sluggish actions in the cycle of Clean and lubricate or check the
operation weapon for over-lubrication.
Short-cycling in the cycle of Support the receiver more firmly in
operation the shoulder.
A weak or broken main spring Replace the main spring.
A binding of the bolt and carrier Straighten the receiver as required.
assemblies in the receiver
A damaged magazine Replace the magazine.
An improperly seated magazine Reinsert the magazine properly.
Failure to The table below describes the different causes of a failure to chamber and the
Chamber corrective actions to use:
If a failure to chamber is caused by… Then…

A damaged cartridge Remove and reload/recharge.
A faulty main spring Replace the main spring.
A bent receiver housing Replace the receiver housing.
Debris in the chamber Clear and clean chamber.

Corrective Actions, Continued
Failure to The table below describes the different causes of a failure to lock/unlock and
Lock/Unlock the corrective actions to use:
If a failure to lock/unlock is caused by… Then…

The bolt spring being bent or not seated Replace or reinstall the bolt
properly spring.
The bolt latch being bent or broken Repair or replace the bolt latch.
The bolt latch spring is faulty Replace the bolt latch spring.
Excessive dirt, sand, and other Clear and clean chamber.
obstructions in the locking area
Failure to Fire The table below describes the different causes of a failure to fire and the
If a failure to fire is caused by… Then…

Faulty ammunition Replace the ammunition.
The bolt carrier assembly not being in Manually cycle the round.
the battery position
Cracked, bent, or broken trigger Repair or replace the trigger
components components.
The improper installation of the trigger Reinstall the trigger components
components properly.
The improper installation of the firing Assemble the firing mechanisms
mechanisms properly.
Failure to The table below describes the different causes of a failure to extract and the
Extract corrective actions to use:
If a failure to extract is caused by… Then…

A bent, broken extractor Replace the extractor.
The extractor not moving freely in the Remove, clean, and reinstall the
slot on the bolt extractor.
Carbon build up in the chamber Clean the chamber.

Corrective Actions, Continued
Failure to Eject The table below describes the different causes of a failure to eject and the
If a failure to eject is caused by… Then…

A frozen or broken ejector Replace the ejector.
A frozen or broken ejector spring Remove and replace ejector spring.
“Hard” Recoil The table below describes the different causes of a “hard” recoil and the
If a “hard” recoil is caused by… Then…

Faulty/hot ammunition Replace or cool ammunition.
A damaged main spring Replace the main spring.
A damaged main spring buffer Replace the main spring buffer.
A damaged muzzle brake Replace or repair the muzzle brake.
Loose or missing muzzle brake Properly install the muzzle brake.
A clogged muzzle brake or barrel Clean the barrel and muzzle brake.
Failure to Cock The table below describes the different causes of a failure to cock and the
If a failure to cock is caused by… Then …

A worn or broken trigger Replace the trigger.
A worn or broken trigger spring Replace the trigger spring.
Worn or broken components of the Properly replace the components of
sear assembly the sear assembly.
A worn or broken disconnector Replace the disconnector.
A worn or broken disconnector Replace the disconnector spring.
spring

Lesson 1 Exercise

Item 1 What function occurs as the cocking lever pivots, withdraws the firing pin,
compresses the firing pin extension spring, and as the firing pin extension
catches the sear?
a. Ejection
b. Extraction
c. Cocking
d. Locking
Item 2 Which malfunction is most likely caused by a very sluggish action in the
cycle of operation?
a. Failure to fire
b. Failure to feed
c. Failure to eject
d. A very “hard” recoil
Item 3 Select the malfunction in the cycle of operation that is most likely caused by a
faulty main spring.
a. Failure to chamber
b. Failure to cock
c. Failure to fire
d. Failure to extract
Item 4 Which malfunction in the cycle of operation is most likely caused by a broken
bolt latch?
a. Failure to cock
b. Failure to extract
c. Failure to fire
d. Failure to lock/unlock

Item 5 Select the malfunction in the cycle of operation that is most likely caused by
improper installation of the firing mechanism.
a. Failure to cock
b. Failure to eject
c. Failure to fire
d. Failure to lock
Item 6 Which malfunction in the cycle of operation is most likely caused by an

extractor that is not moving freely in its slot?
a. A very “hard” recoil

b. Failure to eject
c. Failure to feed
Item 7 Select the malfunction in the cycle of operation that is most likely caused by a
frozen or damaged ejector spring.
a. Failure to eject
b. Failure to feed
c. Failure to fire
d. A very “hard” recoil
Item 8 Which malfunction in the cycle of operation is most likely caused by a

damaged or clogged muzzle brake?
a. Failure to cock
b. A “hard” recoil
c. Failure to fire

Item 9 Select the malfunction in the cycle of operation that is most likely caused by
worn or broken components of a sear assembly.
a. Failure to cock
b. Failure to extract
c. Failure to eject
d. Failure to chamber
Item 10 Replacing the ______________ will most likely correct the failure to feed in
a. trigger spring
b. bolt latch spring
c. main spring
d. extractor spring
Item 11 Replacing the ______________ will most likely correct the failure to
_______ in the cycle of operation.
a. trigger spring; feed

b. bolt latch spring; eject
c. extractor spring; cock
d. receiver housing; chamber
Item 12 Which corrective action will most likely correct a failure to lock/unlock in the
cycle of operation?
a. Replace the disconnector.

b. Repair or replace the bolt latch.
c. Replace the monopod.
d. Replace the bipod.

Item 13 Replacing the ______________ will most likely correct the failure to fire in
a. muzzle brake
b. monopod spring
c. trigger components
d. bipod assembly
Item 14 Select a corrective action in the cycle of operation that will most likely correct
a failure to extract.
a. Replace the extractor.

b. Replace the disconnector.

c. receiver housing; extract
d. ejector; eject
Item 16 Replacing the ______________ will most likely correct a “hard” recoil in the
cycle of operation.
a. bipod
b. firing pin
c. main spring
d. monopod

Item 17 Which corrective action will most likely correct a failure to cock in the cycle
of operation?
a. Replace the firing pin.

b. Replace the disconnector.

Answers The table below provides the answers to the exercise items. If you have any
questions about these items, refer to the reference page.

1 c 3-5
2 b 3-6
3 a 3-7
4 d 3-7
5 c 3-7
6 d 3-8
7 a 3-8
8 b 3-8
9 a 3-8
10 c 3-9
11 d 3-9
12 b 3-10
13 c 3-10
14 a 3-10
15 d 3-11
16 c 3-11
17 b 3-11
Summary In this lesson, you were provided with the information to ensure you are able
to diagnose and correct the malfunctions related to the M107 LRSR.


LESSON 2
INSPECTION
Introduction
Scope Periodic serviceability checks are performed on components, assemblies, or

parts installed on the M107. These checks are called inspections that include
gauging, scheduled, and unscheduled inspections. Preventative maintenance
checks and services (PMCS) are performed to reduce the need for corrective
maintenance. This lesson provides the knowledge required to determine if an
item is damaged or deteriorated to the extent that it should be replaced or
repaired.
Learning At the end of this lesson, you will be able to

Objectives
• Identify the serviceability of the barrel return springs.
• Identify the steps for performing firing pin extension assembly/sear

engagement safety checks.
• Identify the steps for performing a functional check of the weapon.
• Identify the steps for performing transfer bar/trigger release check.
• Identify the steps for performing the trigger pull weight check.
• Identify the characteristics of the headspace procedure of an M107 LRSR.
Topic See Page

Introduction 3-19
General Information 3-20
PMCS 3-21
Trigger Pull 3-25
Headspacing 3-27

General Information
Responsibility PMCS must be performed by unit personnel to ensure the weapon is in good
operating condition and ready for its primary mission. The using unit is
responsible for scheduled preventive maintenance.
Note: Preventive maintenance consists of inspecting, servicing, lubricating,

and adjusting parts.
Limited For maximum operational readiness, it is necessary the M107 LRSR be

Technical inspected at regular intervals to discover and correct any defects before serious
Inspection damage or failure occurs. Inspections reveal the need for maintenance,
cleaning, or lubrication. A small arms repairman (MOS 2111) will perform a
limited technical inspection (LTI) to verify the weapon’s serviceability. LTIs
are described in the following table.
WARNING: Make sure the weapon is cleared and has been properly cleaned
before conducting any inspections or trigger pull measurements.
Inspection Description
Pre-Fire A small arms repairman will conduct a PFI that is good for
Inspection (PFI) 30 days from the date of inspection. The inspection will be
conducted in accordance with TI 8005-24/20_, Trigger Pull
Measurements and Pre-Fire Inspection, Small Arms
Weapons, Ordnance Materiel.
Quarterly A small arms repairman will conduct a quarterly PMCS
every 90 days in accordance with TM 11110A-OI, Section
0012 00.
Semi-Annual A small arms repairman will conduct a semi-annual PMCS
PMCS every 180 days in accordance with TM 11110A-OI, Section
0014 00.
Annual Gauging A small arms repairman conducts an annual gauging
inspection at the intermediate maintenance activity in
accordance with TM 11110A-OI, Section 0014 00.
Note: Any discovered maintenance problems that are beyond your unit’s
small arms repairman’s authorization will be referred to the next level
of maintenance for correction.

PMCS
General By use of the applicable technical publication, specified tools, and gauges, the
M107 LRSR will—at a minimum—be inspected for the bare minimum
defects listed below:
• Cracks
• Deformity of parts or flaws that cause or could cause binding or improper
operation
• Worn or broken parts
• Proper headspace (if applicable)
• Proper trigger pull
• Serviceability of the chamber and bore
• Firing pin protrusion
• Proper adjustments
• Application of required modifications
• Missing or loose parts
• Excessive wear, rust, or corrosion
Note: Inspecting the groups and parts in the same order each time and
developing your own system for inspection will make it more difficult
to overlook defects while inspecting the M107 LRSR.
Upper Receiver While inspecting the upper receiver, pay close attention to the following
Assembly parts:
• With the barrel return springs relaxed, the spring coils should be tight
with no spaces between coils.
• The four barrel spring screws should be tightly screwed.
• The impact bumpers should not be frayed, cracked, or twisted.
• The muzzle break should be tight and completely screwed on.
• The barrel should be clean.
• The scope mounts should be tight and in good condition.
Note: Pay special attention to the hinge lip at the front of the upper receiver
to ensure it is not deformed in any way.
0Continued on next page

PMCS, Continued
Bolt and Bolt While inspecting the bolt and bolt carrier assemblies, pay close attention to
Carrier following parts:
Assemblies
• The extractor and ejector must be under spring tension and not be chipped
or worn.
• Push the bolt into the carrier and inspect for firing pin protrusion.
• Make sure the firing pin hole is not elongated.
• Make sure there is no pitting on the face of the bolt.
Lower Receiver While inspecting the lower receiver assembly, pay close attention to
Assembly following parts:
• Main spring should move freely and not be deformed.

• There should be no cracks, bends, or burrs.
• The bipod must function properly.
Sear The firing pin extension assembly/sear engagement safety check is used to
Engagement ensure the sear does not release the bolt and fire the weapon while on safe.
Check Perform the firing pin extension assembly/sear engagement safety check as
follows:
Step Action
1 Cock the weapon and place the trigger on “SAFE.”
2 Squeeze and hold the trigger to the rear.
3 Raise the butt of the weapon about 6 inches and strike it smartly
on a bench three consecutive times.
Note: The trigger should not release between the strikes.

PMCS, Continued
Functional Whenever the weapon is disassembled beyond normal field stripping, perform
Check a functional check after the weapon is reassembled. This quick check
indicates whether or not the weapon has been properly assembled with all of
its components. A functional check can also reveal the more obvious
malfunctions that occur between the interactive components of the weapon. ,
Perform the steps listed in the table below to complete a functional check:
Step Action
1 Load ten .50 caliber dummy rounds in the magazine.
2 Insert the magazine into the weapon.
3 Retract the bolt fully to the rear and release to chamber the first
round.
4 With the weapon on “SAFE,” attempt to fire the weapon.
Note: The weapon should not fire.
5 With the weapon on “FIRE,” attempt to fire the weapon.
Note: The weapon should fire.
6 While holding the trigger to the rear, pull the bolt all the way to
the rear and release the bolt.
7 Release the trigger.
Note: A click should be heard.
8 Squeeze the trigger.
Note: The weapon should fire.
9 Repeat steps 6, 7, and 8 at least three times to ensure proper
functioning.
10 Cycle the weapon with the remaining rounds to ensure proper
feeding, chambering, extracting, and ejecting.

PMCS, Continued
Transfer The transfer bar/trigger release check is used to ensure the transfer bar is held
Bar/Trigger in position by the disconnector and is not released until the tension is released
Release Check from the trigger. This will ensure a “double fire” does not occur. Perform a
transfer bar/trigger release check as follows:
Step Action
1 Take the weapon off “SAFE.”
2 Squeeze and hold the trigger to the rear while smartly cycling
and releasing the bolt carrier assembly one time.
3 Slowly release the trigger and allow the transfer bar to release
from the disconnector.
Note: You should hear an audible click and the weapon should
not fire.

Trigger Pull
General Trigger pull is measured during PFIs on weapons to determine at what point
the trigger releases the hammer/bolt, which causes the weapon to fire. A
release point too light or too heavy will cause a weapon to be declared
unserviceable.
Note: At the organizational level, the trigger pull measurement for a PFI is
intended to increase safety for live fire and qualification ranges.
Weight The trigger pull is checked by lifting the minimum weight of 7 pounds, which
Combinations should not cause the hammer to fall. The weight combinations are increased,
not to exceed 10 pounds.
If the hammer… Then the… Action

Falls with the weight Trigger pull is too Evacuate the weapon
combination of 7 pounds light for repairs.
Does not fall with the Weight combination Record the trigger pull
minimum weight is increased until measurement.
combination hammer falls
Fails to fall at the Trigger pull is too Evacuate the weapon
maximum weight heavy for repairs.

Trigger Pull, Continued
Measurement To properly perform a trigger pull measurement, perform the steps listed in
Check the table below:
Step Action
1 Clear the weapon.
2 Cock the weapon.
3 Place the safety in the “ready to fire” position.
4 Hold the weapon with the muzzle end up.
5 Place the trigger pull fixtures upper horizontal end on the
weapons trigger.
6 Slowly raise the weapon so the fixture, with weights attached, is
fully supported by the trigger as shown below:

Headspacing
Organizational To properly perform an organizational maintenance headspacing service,

Maintenance perform steps 1 through 8 listed in the table below:
Note: Organizational maintenance is authorized to use only the “NO-GO”

headspace gauge for inspecting the chamber headspace.
Step Action
1 Clean the chamber and locking surfaces in the barrel.
2 Remove the ejector pin, ejector, and ejector spring from the bolt.
3 Clean the bolt face, bolt lugs, and locking surfaces.
4 Turn the upper receiver upside down and remove the barrel key
from the barrel. Slide the barrel back into the upper receiver and
rotate the barrel one-half turn (180 degrees).
CAUTION: Make sure the barrel is not forward in the upper

receiver before performing headspace procedures.
5 Insert the headspace “NO-GO” gauge into the chamber of the
barrel.
6 Insert the bolt into the barrel extension, applying gentle pressure
for the extractor to grasp the rear of the gauge.
Note: The extractor can be removed from the bolt if desired.

Headspacing, Continued
Organizational
Maintenance,
continued
Step Action
7 Install the bolt alignment insert onto the barrel extension.
Note: Make sure the bolt is facing with the bolt reference line on
top.
8 Rotate the bolt clockwise until it stops.
CAUTION: With the headspace “NO-GO” gauge inserted, the

bolt reference line should not fall past the reference
window on the bolt alignment insert.
Note: If the reference line falls past the reference on the bolt alignment insert
window, the headspace is unserviceable. Evacuate the weapon to the
next higher level of maintenance.

Intermediate Repeat steps 1 through 8 in the Organizational Maintenance Headspace ateps.

Maintenance To measure the headspace, use the “NO-GO” gauge and the test bolt provided
in the Intermediate Maintenance Special Application Scoped Rifle (SASR)
Kit. One of the following two types of bolts is used in the maintenance of the
M107 LRSR:
• Number 9 bolt
• Number 10 bolt
CAUTION: Always check the chamber headspace with the “GO” gauge first.
The bolt should close completely. This ensures there are no
obstructions in the chamber area.
Number 9 Bolt If the reference line on the test bolt falls before the reference window, then a
Number 9 bolt is required.

Number 10 Bolt If the reference line on the test bolt falls within the reference window, then a
Number 10 bolt is required.
Unserviceable If the reference line on the test bolt falls after the reference window, the barrel
is unserviceable and must be replaced.

Lesson 2 Exercise

Item 1 With the barrel return springs relaxed, the spring coils should be __________
with no spaces and the _________ barrel spring screws should be tight.
a. tight; six
b. stretched; four
c. tight; four
d. loose; two
Item 2 In step one of the firing pin extension assembly/sear engagement safety
checks, _____ the weapon and place selector on “SAFE.”
a. uncock
b. cock
c. load
d. unload
Item 3 In step nine of the functions check, repeat steps ________________ at least
three times to ensure proper functioning.
a. six, seven, and eight

b. one, two, and three
c. three, four, and six
d. five, six, and seven
Item 4 In step _____ of the transfer bar/trigger release check, slowly release the
trigger and allow the transfer bar to release from the disconnector.
a. two
b. three
c. four
d. five

Item 5 Select the third step performed when the trigger pull is measured.
a. Clear the weapon.

b. Cock the weapon.
c. Place fixtures upper horizontal end on weapons trigger.
d. Place safety in “ready to fire” position.
Item 6 In the Headspacing Organizational Maintenance step eight, with the

headspace _________ gauge inserted, the bolt reference line should not fall
past the reference window on the bolt alignment insert.
a. “NO-GO”
b. “GO-LO”
c. timing
d. straightness

Answers The table below provides the answers to the exercise items. If you have any
questions about these items, refer to the reference page.

1 c 3-21
2 b 3-22
3 a 3-23
4 b 3-24
5 d 3-26
6 a 3-28
Summary In this lesson, you were provided with the information required to determine
if an item is damaged or deteriorated to the extent that it should be replaced or
repaired.


INSPECTION AND REPAIR OF THE M107 LRSR
REVIEW LESSON EXAMINATION
Review Lesson
Introduction The purpose of the review lesson examination is to prepare you for your final
examination. We recommend that you try to complete your review lesson
examination without referring to the text, but for those items (questions) you
are unsure of, restudy the text. When you finish your review lesson
examination and are satisfied with your responses, check your responses
against the answers provided at the end of this review lesson examination.
Directions Select the ONE answer that BEST completes the statement or that answers
the item. For multiple choice items, circle your response. For matching
items, place the letter of your response in the space provided.
Item 1 The M107 is a semi-automatic, air-cooled, _________________ rifle that is

chambered for .50 caliber ammunition and operates by means of the short
recoil principle rather than gas.
a. hard belt-fed
b. soft belt-fed
c. box magazine-fed
d. drum-fed
Item 2 Because the tension on the barrel springs is about ______ pounds, serious
injury could result if the springs are released suddenly.
a. 10
b. 25
c. 50
d. 70
MCI Course 2136 R-1 Review Lesson Examination

Review Lesson, Continued
Item 3 After placing the weapon safety on _______ and removing the magazine, pull
the charging handle to the rear, which will eject any cartridge still chambered.
a. “fire”
b. “safe”
c. “burst”
d. “lock”
Item 4 The M107 LRSR is field stripped into four major components, the upper
receiver assembly, the lower receiver assembly, the _____________, and the
telescopic sight assembly.
a. trigger assembly
b. bolt and carrier assembly
c. barrel assembly
d. carrying handle assembly
Item 5 To separate the upper and lower receivers, disengage the front hook from the
front __________ on the lower receiver and lift the upper receiver assembly
clear the of the lower receiver assembly.
a. midlock pin
b. lock pin
c. extractor
d. hook pin
Item 6 To separate the bolt carrier from the lower receiver, pull the bolt carrier
rearward, insert the ________ through the buffer and buffer spring, then
gently pull the bolt carrier forward and lift it out of the lower receiver
assembly.
a. rear lock pin

b. extractor
c. hook pin
d. ejector

Item 7 Select the item that must be removed to take off the pistol grip.
a. Firing pin
b. Pistol grip screw
c. Barrel spring
d. Extractor
Item 8 To remove the mainspring buffer and the mainspring, place your fingertip
into the slot on the mainspring buffer and turn the buffer so the groove in its
flange lines up with the _________ on the lower receiver.
a. buffer stop
b. transfer bar
c. monopod
d. pistol grip
Item 9 When removing the trigger assembly, remove the transfer bar pin that is
behind the safety in the ______________ by placing a 5/32-inch punch on the
pin and tapping it out with a hammer.
a. trigger housing
b. pistol grip
c. muzzle brake
d. bolt carrier
Item 10 Which item must be removed with the bipod locking pin to separate the bipod
assembly from the lower receiver assembly?
a. Bolt
b. Ring
c. Barrel
d. Muzzle brake

Item 11 Loosen the carrying handle nut by turning it counterclockwise, then slide the
__________ away from the body of the carrying handle assembly and the lift
handle from the rail.
a. optical sight
b. carrying handle clamp
c. monopod
d. rear sight pin
Item 12 When removing the bolt from the bolt carrier, the bolt assembly should spring
forward when the _______ is depressed on its rearward portion.
a. extractor
b. transfer bar
c. bolt latch
d. ejector spring
Item 13 When disassembling the bolt, select the item that must be removed before the
ejector spring and ejector can be removed.
a. Muzzle brake
b. Monopod
c. Ejector pin
d. Trigger spring
Item 14 After removing the cam pin assembly from the bolt carrier, remove the
accelerator by pulling it from the left side of the bolt carrier and then slide the
accelerator rod out from the _________ of the bolt carrier.
a. front
b. left side
c. rear
d. right side

Item 15 Select the item that must be removed when removing the cocking lever and
cocking lever spring from the bolt carrier.
a. Cam pin
b. Bolt latch pin
c. Cocking lever pin
d. Accelerator rod
Item 16 To remove the sear and sear spring from the bolt carrier, place an 1/8-inch
punch on the split end of the ___________ and tap the punch with a hammer
to dislodge the pin.
a. bolt latch pin

b. accelerator rod
c. cam pin
d. sear pin
Item 17 To remove the firing pin extension assembly from the ___________, place an
1/8-inch punch on the split end of the extension stop pin and tap the punch
with a hammer to dislodge the pin.
a. bolt carrier
b. trigger assembly
c. transfer assembly
d. pistol grip assembly
Item 18 Place the bolt spring and bolt into the bolt carrier with the ________ groove
facing towards the bottom.
a. bolt cam
b. barrel
c. accelerator
d. cocking lever

Item 19 Before positioning the carrying handle assembly on the upper receiver rail,
_________ the carrying handle nut.
a. tighten
b. loosen
c. stake
d. stiffen
Item 20 Align the bipod assembly with the __________ on the ___________
assembly and secure the bipod with a bipod locking pin.
a. carry handle; upper receiver

b. transfer bar; bolt carrier
c. yoke mounts; lower receiver
d. muzzle brake; barrel
Item 21 While installing the bolt and carrier assembly, place the bolt and carrier
assembly into the ________ part of the lower receiver assembly, move the
bolt and carrier assembly ________, and carefully remove the rear lock pin
from the mainspring and mainspring buffer.
a. rear; forward
b. forward; backward
c. side; rearward
d. back; forward
Item 22 When storing the M107, step _____ of the storage procedure states that you
fold the _____________ in towards the lower receiver.
a. one; monopod
b. three; upper receiver
c. five; optical scope
d. seven; bipod legs

Item 23 Before shipping the M107 LRSR, mark the shipping box in accordance with
___________, the Military Standard, Marking for Shipment and Storage.
a. MIL-STD-129
b. TM 9-1005-239-10
c. TM 4700-15/1
d. MCO P4790.2C
Item 24 What function occurs as soon as the fired case has been extracted and has
cleared the rear of the barrel extension and is expelled from the rifle?
a. Ejection
b. Extraction
c. Firing
d. Locking
Item 25 In the cycle of operation, a damaged or _____________ is most likely to

cause a hard recoil.
a. missing monopod
b. missing ejector
c. missing bipod
d. clogged muzzle brake

c. firing pin; extract
d. disconnector; cock

Item 27 With the barrel return springs _________, the spring coils should be tight
with no spaces and the four barrel spring screws should be in tightly screwed.
a. tensed
b. tight
c. missing
d. relaxed
Item 28 In step _____ of the firing pin extension assembly/sear engagement safety
checks, ________ the weapon and place selector on SAFE.
a. one; unload
b. two; load
c. one; cock
d. three; squeeze
Item 29 In step ______ of the functions check, repeat steps six, seven, and eight at
least three times to ensure proper functioning.
a. six
b. seven
c. eight
d. nine
Item 30 In step ____ of the transfer bar/trigger release check, slowly release the
______ and allow the transfer bar to release from the disconnector.
a. one; bolt
b. three; trigger
c. two; hammer
d. four; firing pin

Item 31 How much weight would you put on the trigger pull fixture to check the
maximum trigger pull?
a. 7 ounces
b. 10 pounds
c. 15 ounces
d. 20 pounds
Item 32 In step five, the headspace "NO-GO" gauge is inserted into the __________
of the barrel.
a. muzzle
b. chamber
c. front
d. bolt

Answers The table below lists the answers to the review lesson examination items. If
you have any questions about these items, refer to the reference page.
Item Number Answer Reference Page
1 c 1-4
2 d 1-9
3 b 1-11
4 b 1-12
5 d 1-14
6 a 1-15
7 b 1-21
8 a 1-22
9 a 1-24
10 b 1-25
11 b 1-26
12 c 1-28
13 c 1-29
14 c 1-32
15 c 1-33
16 d 1-34
17 a 1-35
18 a 2-9
19 b 2-10
20 c 2-13
21 b 2-18
22 d 2-29
23 a 2-30
24 a 3-5
25 d 3-8
26 d 3-11
27 d 3-21
28 c 3-22
29 d 3-23
30 b 3-24
31 b 3-25
32 b 3-27

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Inspection and Repair of The M107 Long Range Sniper Rifle (LRSR)

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MCI 2136

MARINE CORPS INSTITUTE

INSPECTION AND REPAIR OF

Subj: INSPECTION AND REPAIR OF THE M107 LRSR (MCI 2136)

4. Recommendations. Comments and recommendations on the contents of the course are

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Student Information .......................................................................................................... iii

Study Guide ...................................................................................................................... v

Study Unit 1 Disassembly .................................................................................. 1-1

Lesson 1 Clearing and Field Stripping......................................................... 1-3

Study Unit 2 Assembly and Care ....................................................................... 2-1

Lesson 1 Connect the Assemblies................................................................ 2-3

Study Unit 3 Troubleshoot and Inspect.............................................................. 3-1

Lesson 1 Troubleshoot ................................................................................. 3-3

Review Lesson Examination............................................................................................. R-1

MCI Course 2136 i

MCI Course 2136 ii

Number and MCI 2136

Review Agency Ground Ordnance School

MCI 2136 iii

Congratulations Congratulations on your enrollment in a distance education course from the

• YOU SEEK TO IMPROVE YOURSELF. You are enrolled to

• YOU HAVE THE INITIATIVE TO ACT. By acting on your own,

• YOU ACCEPT CHALLENGES. You have self-confidence and

• YOU ARE ABLE TO SET AND ACCOMPLISH PRACTICAL

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MCI Course 2136 v

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MCI Course 2136 vi

• CHALLENGE YOURSELF. Try to recall the entire learning

• USE UNUSED MINUTES. Use your spare moments to review. Read

• APPLY WHAT YOU HAVE LEARNED. It is always best to use the

• USE THE “SHAKEDOWN CRUISE” TECHNIQUE. Ask another

• MAKE REVIEWS FUN AND BENEFICIAL. Reviews are good

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MCI Course 2136 vii

Graduating! As a graduate of this distance education course and as a dedicated Marine,

MCI Course 2136 viii

Scope Understanding and applying weapon maintenance procedures are critical

In This Study This study unit contains the following lessons:

Lesson See Page

MCI Course 2136 1-1 Study Unit 1

MCI Course 2136 1-2 Study Unit 1

Learning At the end of this lesson, you should be able to

• Identify the safety precautions.

• Identify the procedure for clearing a M107 LRSR.

• Identify the characteristics of a field stripped M107 LRSR.

In This Lesson This lesson contains the following topics:

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MCI Course 2136 1-3 Study Unit 1, Lesson 1

Functional The M107 is a semi-automatic, air-cooled, box magazine-fed rifle chambered

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MCI Course 2136 1-4 Study Unit 1, Lesson 1

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MCI Course 2136 1-5 Study Unit 1, Lesson 1

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MCI Course 2136 1-6 Study Unit 1, Lesson 1

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Cautions To avoid damage to equipment, observe the following conditions and

• Be especially careful not to damage the muzzle’s crown when inserting

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MCI Course 2136 1-8 Study Unit 1, Lesson 1