The BFM Drill with Ken Hackathorn: Master Class Ep. 12

Published on June 26, 2019
Duration: 6:23

This video presents the BFM Drill, a challenging 15-round course of fire developed by Ken Hackathorn, a highly respected instructor with extensive experience in FBI SWAT and U.S. SOCOM. The drill integrates elements of the Bill Drill, FAST Drill, and Mozambique Drill, emphasizing speed, accuracy, and efficient emergency reloads from concealment. It's designed to test a shooter's proficiency under pressure, with a clear scoring rubric to measure performance.

Quick Summary

The BFM Drill is a 15-round firearms training exercise combining the Bill Drill, FAST Drill, and Mozambique Drill. Shot from concealment at 7 meters, it requires 8 rounds in the pistol to force an emergency reload. The sequence is 6 body, 2 head, reload, 4 body, 1 head, 2 body. Scoring is time plus 1 second per miss, with under 11 seconds earning an A+.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to the BFM Drill
  2. 00:31Drill Components Explained
  3. 01:41Drill Setup and Execution
  4. 02:57Live Fire Demonstration
  5. 04:04Scoring and Grading
  6. 05:00Technical Reload Tips

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the BFM Drill?

The BFM Drill is a 15-round firearms training exercise that combines elements of the Bill Drill, FAST Drill, and Mozambique Drill. It's designed to test speed, accuracy, and emergency reload proficiency from concealment at 7 meters.

How is the BFM Drill scored?

The BFM Drill is scored by adding 1 second for each missed shot to the total time taken to complete the drill. An 'A+' grade is awarded for times under 11 seconds.

What is the shot sequence for the BFM Drill?

The BFM Drill sequence is: 6 shots to the body, 2 shots to the head, an emergency reload, 4 shots to the body, 1 shot to the head, and 2 final shots to the body.

What is the recommended firearm setup for the BFM Drill?

For the BFM Drill, it's recommended to load the pistol with exactly 8 rounds. This ensures that an emergency reload must be performed during the drill sequence.

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