Clearing AR-15 Malfunctions The IDF Way

Published on June 13, 2018
Duration: 7:00

This video details the IDF's five-step method for clearing AR-15/M16 malfunctions: Identify, Move, Clear, Reload, and Re-engage. It categorizes malfunctions into Type 1 (click), Type 2 (bolt not closed/open), and Type 3 (bolt locked open, empty mag). The IDF's technique emphasizes moving to cover for Type 2 and 3 malfunctions and includes a 'pull' check after magazine insertion to ensure security, a departure from the standard 'tap, rack, bang'.

Quick Summary

The IDF's AR-15 malfunction clearing procedure involves five steps: Identify, Move, Clear, Reload, and Re-engage. Malfunctions are categorized as Type 1 (click), Type 2 (bolt not closed/open), or Type 3 (bolt locked open, empty mag). A key IDF technique is pulling the magazine after insertion to ensure secure seating, preventing accidental drops.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to IDF Malfunction Clearing
  2. 00:26The 5 Steps of IDF Malfunction Clearing
  3. 00:47Malfunction Categories: Type 1, 2, & 3
  4. 01:36Step 1: Identify the Malfunction
  5. 02:02Step 2: Move to Cover
  6. 02:26Clearing a Type 2 Malfunction
  7. 03:10Clearing a Type 3 Malfunction
  8. 03:19Step 3: Clear the Malfunction & Step 4: Reload
  9. 03:36The Importance of the 'Pull' Check
  10. 04:41Exceptions to the 'Move' Rule
  11. 05:47Relocating After Cover
  12. 06:30Conclusion and IDF Combat Doctrine

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the five steps in the IDF's AR-15 malfunction clearing procedure?

The IDF's method involves five steps: 1. Identify the malfunction (Type 1, 2, or 3). 2. Move to a secure position or cover. 3. Clear the specific malfunction. 4. Reload, ensuring the magazine is properly seated. 5. Re-engage the target.

How does the IDF differentiate between AR-15 malfunction types?

The IDF categorizes malfunctions into Type 1 (bolt closed, click), Type 2 (bolt neither open nor closed), and Type 3 (bolt locked open with an empty magazine). This classification dictates the clearing procedure.

What is the IDF's recommended technique for clearing a Type 2 AR-15 malfunction?

For a Type 2 malfunction, the IDF procedure is to remove the magazine with retention, rack the action three times violently, reinsert the magazine, and then pull to ensure it's fully seated before chambering a new round.

Why does the IDF emphasize pulling the magazine after insertion?

The IDF stresses pulling the magazine after insertion to confirm it's securely seated. This prevents accidental dislodgement, which can occur with full-capacity magazines due to recoil and action cycling, leaving the rifle inoperable.

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