"Navigation is a key skill for all cadets."

Map and Compass

Map and compass skills are key to all elements of the cadet syllabus. Cadets must be totally proficient in their navigational skills, as these are an integral part of fieldcraft, expeditions, and the Duke of Edinburgh award.

Map and Compass

Skill at Arms L98A2 Cadet GP

L98A2 Cadet GP Rifle

The L98A2 Cadet GP Rifle is a general purpose (GP) rifle used by all cadet forces in the UK, including all branches of the Combined Cadet Force, and the Sea, Marine, Army and Air Cadets. The rifle is manufactured by BAE Systems, a British arms manufacturer, and it is modified to the cadet version by Heckler and Koch, a German company. It is a gas operated rifle which fires the standard NATO round of 5.56x45mm. It has a maximum effective range of 500m as a squad weapon and 300m as an individual weapon, and weighs 4.9kg. It is capable of providing semi-automatic fire from the 30 round magazine.

In this section we have information on the rifle itself, on the training procedures for the use of the rifle, and also details of the testing required before cadets or adults are allowed to use the weapon. There is also useful information about maintenance and care.

1 Parts of the Rifle
2 Safe Handling
3 Stoppage Drills
4 Weapon Handling Test
5 Functions Test
6 Stripping the Weapon for Cleaning
7 Maintenance Kit
8 The Combination Tool
9 Blank Firing

ArmyCadetForce.net

We have a massive range of information designed specifically for the Army Cadet Force and Combined Cadet Force Army Sections. We cover the entire cadet syllabus, and much more to extend the training possibilities to all detachments and contingents. We have information on command tasks, leadership, skill at arms, shooting, fieldcraft, section attacks, signals, drill, and navigation. Please note that we are not affiliated in any way to the ACF, the CCF, or the Ministry of Defence.

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