M2 Compass Flashcards
Angle of sight scale
1200-0-1200mils
Graduates in 20 mil increments
Numbered every 200mils
Azimuth scale
0-6400mils
Graduated in 20 mil increments
Numbered every 200mils
How do you get grid direction?
Indexing the local declination constant
What can the M2 compass be used for?
Alternate boresighting tool/ method.
What is the local declination constant for Fort Bragg?
6250 mils
How do you level your compass?
With the circular bubble level
Which side of your magnetic needle indicates azimuth?
The south end(black end)
How far do you place your aiming stakes?
Far: 100 meters
Near: 50 meters
What are the mils and types of Deflection changes?
Small: 20-60mils
Large: 200-300mils
What are the mils and types of Elevation changes?
Small: 35-90mils
Large: 100-200 mils
Compass measures what two forms of azimuth?
Grid
Magnetic
