HK MR223 A3 Instruction Manual en

OPERATOR’S MANUAL
SEMIAUTOMATIC R IFLE MR223 A3
EN
Functional elements - left side view
The illustrations on the front and back fold-out pages show the functional elements of the
weapon from the left and right sides. The text refers frequently to these illustrations.
Opening the fold-out pages while reading will make it easier to understand the text.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
12 13
11 10 9 8
Fig. Ia: Match Rifle MR223 A3, left side view
1 Barrel 8 Safety lever, ambidextrous

2 Front sight, folding 9 Trigger
3 Handguard with Picatinny rails 10 Magazine, 10 cartridges
4 Bolt catch/release, ambidextrous 11 Flash hider
5 Rear sight 12 Follower
6 Charging handle 13 Magazine lips
7 Buttstock cap
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Functional elements - right side view
The illustrations on the front and back fold-out pages show the functional elements of the
weapon from the left and right sides. The text refers frequently to these illustrations.
Opening the fold-out pages while reading will make it easier to understand the text.
1 2 3 4
10 9 8 7 6 5
Fig. IIa: Match Rifle MR223 A3, right side view
1 Buttstock, adjustable 6 Locking pin, front

2 Forward assist 7 Magazine catch, ambidextrous
3 Cartridge case deflector 8 Locking pin, rear
4 Ejection port cover 9 Pistol grip
5 Locking screw for handguard 10 Buttstock release lever
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Table of contents
Table of contents
Part I Description
1 Using this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
1.1 Purpose of this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
1.2 Target audience for this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
1.3 Warnings, notes and information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
2 Fundamental safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

2.1 The operator’s manual as an integral component of the safety concept . . .7
2.2 Safety instructions for handling the weapon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
2.3 Safety instructions for firing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
2.4 Exclusion of liability and warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
3 Description of the weapon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

3.1 Designation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
3.2 Intended use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
3.3 Scope of supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
3.4 Overview of variants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
3.5 Assembly groups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
4 Technical description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

4.1 Safety features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
4.2 Functional elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
5 Cleaning kit and auxiliary materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

5.1 Minimum cleaning kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
5.2 Maximum cleaning kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
5.3 Auxiliary materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
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Part II Handling
6 Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
6.1 Carrying out a safety check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
6.2 Carrying out a function check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
7 Preparations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
7.1 Adjusting the buttstock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
7.2 Adjusting the sights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
7.3 Filling the magazine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
7.4 Preparing the weapon for firing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
7.5 Additional preparations in unusual climatic conditions . . . . . . . . . .32
8 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
8.1 Inserting the magazine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
8.2 Chambering a round . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
8.3 Firing position and aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
8.4 Firing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
8.5 Removing the magazine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
8.6 Reloading the weapon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
8.7 Unloading the weapon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
8.8 Empty the magazine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
9 Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
9.1 General instructions for cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
9.2 Disassembling the weapon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
9.3 Cleaning the weapon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
9.4 Assembling the weapon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
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10 Faults: Causes and remedies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
11 Protection, packaging and storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

11.1 Protecting the weapon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
11.2 Packaging the weapon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
11.3 Storing the weapon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
12 Transport and shipping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

12.1 Preparing the weapon for transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
12.2 Transporting the weapon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
12.3 Shipping the weapon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
13 Destruction and disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

13.1 Destroying the weapon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
13.2 Disposing of the weapon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
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Part I
Description
1 Using this manual
1.1 Purpose of this manual
1 Using this manual
1.1 Purpose of this manual
The first part of this manual (“Description”) describes the design and function of the weapon,
and the second part (“Handling”) describes the handling of the weapon.
1.2 Target audience for this manual
This manual is intended for persons who are authorised to use this weapon. This manual
does not assume extensive technical or weapons-specific knowledge.
1.3 Warnings, notes and information
To ensure the greatest possible safety during handling, important information and technical
notes are specially highlighted.
Part I: Description 3
1 Using this manual
1.3.1 Warnings and warning levels
Warnings are depicted as follows (example):
Risk of death from gunshot wounds!

Accidental discharge of weapon may occur due to external influences when loaded
weapon is handled.
> Do not use the weapon until you have read and understood this manual completely.
> Follow the safety instructions when handling the weapon.
> Carry out a safety check before working on the weapon.
The following colours and signal words are used in the warnings to indicate various danger
levels:
Colour / signal word Meaning

Direct, imminent danger!
Non-compliance will lead to death or extremely serious injury.
Possible imminent danger!
Non-compliance could lead to death or serious injury.
Dangerous situation!
Non-compliance could lead to minor injuries.
Non-compliance could lead to material damage.
4 Part I: Description
1 Using this manual
1.3.2 Symbols used
Symbol Meaning
Additional information on the weapon, practical handling of the
weapon or using this manual.
1. Call to perform an action in a sequence of actions:
Here you have to do something!
> Stand-alone step or call to perform an action in a warning:
Here you have to do something!
>> The sequence of actions is not complete, and is continued on the
next page: Please turn the page!
• Bullet point
1 Using this manual
1.3.3 Conventions for illustrations
Illustrations and drawings can vary from your weapon, depending on the model.
The information “right”, “left”, “front” and “rear” apply to the position of the weapon as
seen in the direction of fire.
Illustrations and their constituent elements support the descriptions in this manual, and are
identified as follows:
• The name of an illustration comprises

the current page number and a consecu-
C
tive lower-case letter starting again from
“a” on each page, e.g. 6a. B
• Calls to perform an action are indicated
by upper-case letters enclosed in circles.
A
• Components relevant to the action are
highlighted in blue. Where necessary the
components are marked with numbers 2 1
and identified in a legend.
Abb. 6a: Example for an illustration
• Motions are indicated by orange-
1 Charging handle
coloured arrows.
2 Bolt catch/release
1.3.4 Conventions for cross references
Cross references represent relationships between the text and an illustration or specific
section. Cross references are in italics and enclosed in (brackets).
• Example of a cross reference between text and illustration: (6a-2)

The cross reference refers to numeral 2 in the illustration numbered 6a on page 6, the bolt
catch/release.
The text frequently refers to the front and back fold-out pages, which are identified by the
Roman numerals I (front) and II (back).
• Example of a cross reference between sections: (Section 1.3.3)

The cross reference refers to Section 1.3.3, conventions for illustrations.
2 Fundamental safety instructions
2.1 The operator’s manual as an integral component of the safety concept
The weapon has been designed and manufactured according to the latest technical knowled-
ge and the recognised safety rules. Nevertheless, use of the weapon may result in injury or
death of the user and third parties, or damage to the weapon and other material property.
> Follow all of the instructions in this operator’s manual. Non-compliance may result in
injury or death.
> Do not handle the weapon if you are tired, feel unwell, or have consumed alcohol, drugs
or medicines.
> Follow the applicable regulations for the handling of weapons.
2.1 The operator’s manual as an integral component of the safety concept
The operator’s manual is an integral component of the weapon.
> Do not use the weapon until you have read and understood this operator’s manual com-
pletely.
> Keep the operator’s manual for the entire service life of the weapon.
> If you receive any supplements or amendments, be sure to add them to the operator’s
manual.
> Pass the operator’s manual on to any subsequent operator or owner.
> Do not entrust the weapon to anyone who has not read and understood this operator’s
manual completely.
2.2 Safety instructions for handling the weapon
> Special care must be taken when handling firearms, because the position and direction
of the weapon can be changed very easily.
> Use the weapon only if it is in perfect technical condition.
> Treat the weapon as if there were a round in the chamber and the safety released until
you have carried out a safety check.
> Make sure that the weapon is always unloaded when it is handled for purposes other
than loading or firing.
> Use the weapon only for its intended purpose. Do not use the weapon as a club, ham-
mer, pry bar, etc. Using the weapon for other than its intended purpose may result in
accidental discharge of weapon or damage to the weapon.
> Do not play with the weapon.
> Never point the weapon at people when handling or practising with it.
> Do not touch the trigger when loading, unloading, aiming or handling the weapon in any
other way. Always place your trigger finger on the outside of the trigger guard.
> Do not use excessive force when handling, disassembling, cleaning and assembling the
weapon.
> Avoid dry firing of the hammer. Dry firing of the hammer can lead to premature wear.
> Store weapon and ammunition separately. Be sure to prevent access to the weapon and
ammunition by unauthorised persons, especially children.
> Never give or take the weapon unless it is unloaded and the bolt group is in the open
position.
> Do not entrust the weapon to anyone who is not entitled to possess the weapon. Observe
applicable regulations.
> Immediately rectify any faults that compromise safety.
> Exposure to exceptional stresses such as when the weapon is banged or dropped can
have a negative effect on safety. After excessive stresses, have the weapon inspected by
the manufacturer or trained firearms personnel.
> Do not rely on safety features. Safety features are no substitute for careful, correct
handling of the weapon.
> When using accessories and ammunition, follow the instructions provided by their
respective manufacturers.
> The weapon has been designed for a specific calibre. Use only ammunition that meets
C.I.P. (Commission Internationale Permanente) specifications and corresponds to the
calibre of the weapon. The correct designation of the ammunition suitable for the wea-
pon is indicated on the weapon. Especially when using reloaded ammunition, make sure
that the gas pressure does not exceed the level permitted according to the standard.
Excessive gas pressure can damage the weapon or cause it to explode. Ammunition
whose muzzle velocity and gas pressure are higher than the muzzle velocity and gas
pressure for which the weapon was designed subject the weapon to additional stresses,
cause excessive wear, and can lead to serious damage to the weapon.
2.3 Safety instructions for firing
2.3 Safety instructions for firing
> Wear hearing protection when firing.

> Wear safety goggles when firing.
> Keep your hands out of the path of the bolt group when firing.
> Keep the muzzle area clear when firing.
> Do not shoot at doors, panes of glass, walls, concrete, stone, or smooth surfaces (includ-
ing water). A bullet can penetrate these objects or be deflected in an unsafe direction.
> Pull the trigger only if the weapon is pointing at the target and the area behind the target
is not endangered.
> Use only properly loaded, undamaged cartridges of the correct calibre.
> Wear protective gloves when touching the barrel and flash hider after firing. The barrel
and flash hider heat up during firing.
> The trigger must be pulled back as far as it will go. When firing in rapid succession, let
the trigger return all the way forwardsafter each shot.
2.4 Exclusion of liability and warranty
Heckler & Koch GmbH accepts no liability and provides no warranty for incidents arising from:
• non-compliance with this manual,

• incorrect handling of the weapon,
• negligence,
• improper use,
• modifications, attachments to or conversion of the weapon without the express written
consent of Heckler & Koch GmbH, or
• use of accessories or spare parts from other manufacturers without the express written
consent of Heckler & Koch GmbH.
3 Description of the weapon
3.1 Designation
The MR223 A3 semi-automatic rifle (.223 Rem.) is a semi-automatic gas-operated weapon

with a rotating bolt head. The magazine (Ia-10) is available in three sizes, with a capacity 10,
20 or 30 cartridges.
3.1 Designation
Match Rifle MR223 A3
3.2 Intended use
The Match Rifle MR223 A3 semi-automatic rifle is a firearm for sport shooting at a range of:
• 300 m with iron sight,

• 500 m with optical sight.
3.3 Scope of supply
Fig. 11a: Match Rifle MR223 A3, .223 Rem. Calibre
1 Match Rifle MR223 A3 3 Operator’s Manual

2 Magazine
3.4 Overview of variants
3.4 Overview of variants
3.4.1 Match Rifle MR223 A3
Color: black
Fig. 12a: Match Rifle MR223 A3
3.5 Assembly groups
3.5 Assembly groups
1
6
5 2
Fig. 13a: Assembly groups
1 Charging handle 4 Handguard

2 Lower receiver 5 Bolt group
3 Magazine 6 Upper receiver with add-on parts
4 Technical description
4.1 Safety features
4.1 Safety features
4.1.1 Safety lever
The safety lever (Ia-8) can always be

clicked to the “Safe” position.
The safety lever prevents accidental actuati-

on of the trigger (Ia-9). In the “Safe” positi-
on the safety roller blocks the trigger. Only
when the safety lever is clicked to the
“Single fire” will the safety roller release the Fig. 14a: “Safe” position
trigger.
Fig. 14b: “Single fire” position
4.1.2 Firing pin safety
The firing pin safety prevents accidental operation of the firing pin, for example if the weapon
is dropped. The firing pin safety blocks the firing pin and prevents the firing pin from striking
the cartridge primer. Only when the trigger (Ia-9) is pulled does the hammer release the firing
pin safety, just before the hammer strikes the firing pin.
4.2 Functional elements
4.2 Functional elements
The safety lever (Ia-8) is used to make the weapon safe and to select the mode of fire.
The ambidextrous magazine catch (IIa-7) enables quick changing of magazines by both right-
handed and left-handed shooters.
The ambidextrous bolt catch/release (Ia-4) serves to hold the bolt group in the open positi-
on and allow reloading when the magazine (Ia-10) is fired empty.
The handguard (Ia-3) is fastened to the barrel nut with a locking screw (IIa-5). The handguard
is not attached to the barrel (Ia-1), this helps ensure the accuracy of the weapon. The
handguard is equipped with Picatinny rails at the 3, 6, 9 and 12 o’clock positions.
The Picatinny rails can be used to attach various iron and optical sights and other accesso-
ries.
The adjustable buttstock (IIa-1) can be locked in six positions over an adjustment travel of
96 mm.
The charging handle (Ia-6) can be used to open the bolt group in order to chamber a round or
to unload the weapon.
The forward assist (IIa-2) can be used to lock the bolt group manually in case of fouling.
The pistol grip (IIa-9) is available in various models with different ergonomics and with an
integrated storage compartment.
The ejection port cover (IIa-4) prevents foreign bodies from entering the chamber and the
path of the bolt group. Movement of the bolt group automatically opens the ejection port
cover to allow cartridge case ejection.
5 Cleaning kit and auxiliary materials
5.1 Minimum cleaning kit
5.1 Minimum cleaning kit
The cleaning kit is not included in the standard scope of supply for the weapon. The
cleaning kit can be ordered from Heckler & Koch using the Ident.-No. shown.
3
1
4
9 6
7
Fig. 16a: Minimum cleaning kit MR223 A3
Item Minimum cleaning kit Quantity Ident.-No.

— Minimum cleaning kit (Items 1 - 9) — 236990
1 Case for cleaning kit 1 975256
2 Chamber cleaning brush 1 975375
3 Barrel cleaning brush 1 985523
4 Oil brush 1 985525
5 Extension rods 6 975262
6 Pull-through holder 1 975261
7 Handle, rotatable 1 975263
8 Cleaning pull-through, 6-strand 10 962017
9 Oil bottle, filled 1 974924
5.2 Maximum cleaning kit
The cleaning kit is not included in the standard scope of supply for the weapon. The
cleaning kit can be ordered from Heckler & Koch using the Ident.-No. shown.
1 2 3
4
5
6
9
10
11
12
13
20 14
17 15
16
19 18
Fig. 17a: Maximum cleaning kit MR223 A3
Item Maximum cleaning kit Quantity Ident.-No.

— Maximum cleaning kit (Items 1 - 20) — 237448
1 Case for cleaning kit 1 975244
2 Cleaning brush for extension, bronze 1 974457
3 Oil brush for extension 1 974456
4 Chamber cleaning brush 1 975375
5 Barrel cleaning brush 1 985523
6 Oil brush 1 985525
7 Cleaning brush for chamber and barrel extension 1 975260
8 Extension rods 6 975262
9 Pull-through holder 1 975261
10 Handle, rotatable 1 975263
11 Cleaning brush, brass 1 979769
12 Cleaning brush 1 974187
13 Cleaning rod guide 1 237022
14 Cleaning pull-through, 6-strand 10 962017
15 Brush, natural hair 1 979766
16 Brush, plastic 1 975243
17 Cleaning hose 1 979926
18 T-handle 1 975264
19 Oil bottle, filled 1 974924
20 Cleaning cloth 1 974113
5.3 Auxiliary materials
5.3 Auxiliary materials
Auxiliary materials are available from specialist dealers.

Required auxiliary materials are listed at the beginning of each section.
The following auxiliary materials are required in this manual:
• Grease
• 5 mm Allen key
• Low-temperature oil (MIL-L-14107), e.g. O-157
• Oil (MIL-L-63460), e.g. Breakfree
• Oil paper
• Cleaning pull-throughs
• Screwdriver and elevation adjustment tool (Ident.-No. 300009)
Part II
Handling
6 Checks
6.1 Carrying out a safety check
6 Checks
6.1 Carrying out a safety check
Successful completion of a safety check verifies that there is no ammunition in the weapon.
The safety check is especially important when giving or taking a weapon and when you are
unsure whether or not a weapon is loaded.
1. Remove magazine (Section 8.5).

2. Pull charging handle all the way back and hold it (23a-A).
3. Push bolt catch/release and hold it (23a-B).
Risk of injury when the bolt group snaps forwards!

The bolt group snaps forwards when the bolt catch/release is pushed.
> Do not reach into the path of the bolt group.
4. Push charging handle (Ia-6) all the way

forwards and lock it. C
5. Look into the chamber. There must not
be any cartridge in the B
chamber (23a-C). If there is a cartridge
in the chamber, then a fault is present
(Section 10).
A
6. Push bolt catch/release (Ia-4). The bolt
group snaps forwards.
7. Click safety lever (Ia-8) to the “Single
fire” position.
8. Pull trigger (Ia-9). The hammer is Fig. 23a: Carrying out a safety check
released.
9. Click safety lever to the “Safe” position.
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6 Checks
6.2 Carrying out a function check
Successful completion of a function check verifies that the weapon is functional. The functi-
on check is especially important after assembly of the weapon and after rectification of
faults.
1. Carrying out a safety check (Section 6.1).

2. Move charging handle (Ia-6) backwards and forwards all the way several times.
3. Let charging handle snap forwards.
4. Click safety lever (Ia-8) to the “Safe” position.
5. Pull trigger (Ia-9). The hammer is not released.
6. Click safety lever to the “Single fire” position.
7. Pull trigger and hold it. The hammer is released.
8. Pull charging handle all the way back and then forwards.
9. Release trigger. The disconnector releases the hammer. The hammer is hold by the sear
release rocker.
10. Pull trigger. The hammer is released.
11. Insert empty magazine (Ia-10) into the weapon until the magazine catch (IIa-7) engages.
12. Verify that the magazine is firmly seated. >>
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6 Checks
13. Pull charging handle back all the way. The bolt group is held in the open
position by the bolt catch/release (Ia-4).

14. Push charging handle all the way forwards and lock it.
15. Push bolt catch/release. The bolt group snaps forwards.
17. Pull trigger and hold it. The hammer is released.
19. Verify that the flash hider (Ia-11) is firmly seated. Tighten with 60±5 Nm torque if neces-
sary.

7 Preparations
7.1 Adjusting the buttstock
7 Preparations
7.1 Adjusting the buttstock
The buttstock can be locked in 6 positions. B
1. Press buttstock locking lever and hold it

(26a-A).
A
2. Slide buttstock to the desired position
(26a-B).
3. Release buttstock release lever (IIa-10).
4. Slide buttstock (IIa-1) until it locks in
Fig. 26a: Adjusting the buttstock
the desired position.

7 Preparations
7.2 Adjusting the sights
Required auxiliary materials:

• Screwdriver and elevation adjustment tool (Ident.-No. 300009)
The point of impact also depends on the ammunition. The use of different types of ammu-
nition can change the elevation and windage of the point of impact. The sights can be adju-
sted to correct for the changed point of impact.
The following information refers to the drum sight (Ident.-No. 233197) together with the
folding front sight (Ident.-No. 236305). The drum sight and the folding front sight can be
obtained from specialist dealers using the specified Ident.-Nos..
Position of point of Corrective measures Information

impact
1. Insert elevation adjustment tool (28a-2) Turning the rear sight
in rear sight cylinder, inserting the wed-cylinder by one
ges of elevation adjustment tool into the detent changes the
grooves of the rear sight cylinder. point of impact by
2. Insert screwdriver (28a-1) into elevation approx. 1.4 cm at a
adjustment tool. range of 100 m.
3. Press screwdriver downwards and hold Remove screwdriver

it (28a-A). and elevation adjust-
ment tool from rear
4. Turn rear sight cylinder clockwise sight cylinder.
(28a- B).
1. Insert elevation adjustment tool (28a-2) Turning the rear sight

in rear sight cylinder, inserting the wed-cylinder by one
ges of elevation adjustment tool into the detent changes the
grooves of the rear sight cylinder. point of impact by
2. Insert screwdriver (28a-1) into elevation approx. 1.4 cm at a
adjustment tool. range of 100 m.
3. Press screwdriver downwards and hold Remove screwdriver

it (28a-A). and elevation adjust-
ment tool from rear
4. Turn rear sight cylinder anti-clockwise sight cylinder.
(28a- B).

7 Preparations
Position of point of Corrective measures Information

impact
1. Loosen screw by turning anti-clockwise Turning the windage
with screwdriver (28a-1) (28b). adjustment screw by
2. Turn windage adjustment screw clockwi- one turn changes the
se (28c). mean point of impact
by approx. 5.5 cm at
3. Tighten screw by turning clockwise with a range of 100 m.
screwdriver.
1. Loosen screw by turning anti-clockwise
with screwdriver (28a-1) (28b).
2. Turn windage adjustment screw anti-
clockwise (28c).
3. Tighten screw by turning clockwise with
screwdriver.
1
2
Fig. 28a: Inserting the rear sight adju- Fig. 28b: Loosening the screw
sting tool
1 Screwdriver
2 Elevation adjustment tool
Fig. 28c: Turning the windage adjust-

ment screw

7 Preparations
7.3 Filling the magazine
7.3 Filling the magazine
Danger of material damage due to damaged or fouled cartridges!

Damaged or fouled cartridges can damage the weapon and cause malfunctions.
> Do not use damaged or fouled cartridges.
Danger of material damage from an overfilled magazine!

An overfilled magazine can lead to malfunctions.
> Do not fill the magazine with more than the number of cartridges indicated on the
magazine.
Danger of material damage from keeping a magazine filled for long periods!
Keeping a magazine filled for long periods can result in damage to the magazine
spring and cause malfunctions.
> Empty the magazine before you place the weapon and magazine in storage
(Section 8.8).
1. Grasp magazine (Ia-10).

A
2. Push cartridge under the magazine lips
(Ia-13) (29a-A).
3. Push cartridge to the rear as far as it will
go (29a-B).
4. Repeat steps 2. - 3. until the magazine
is full. B
Fig. 29a: Filling the magazine

7 Preparations
7.4 Preparing the weapon for firing
7.4.1 Preparing weapon with minimum cleaning kit for firing

• Minimum cleaning kit
1. Disassemble the weapon (Section 9.2).

2. Screw together handle, rotatable (16a-7), extension rods (16a-5) and pull-through hol-
der (16a-6).
3. Place clean cleaning pull-throughs (16a-8) in pull-through holder.
Danger of material damage from incorrect cleaning direction!

It is forbidden to clean the barrel from the muzzle end of the weapon. Cleaning the bar-
rel from the muzzle end of the weapon damages the barrel and decreases accuracy.
> Always clean the barrel starting from the chamber end.
4. Push clean cleaning pull-throughs through the barrel several times from the chamber
end to the muzzle until the barrel is free of oil and foreign bodies.
5. Visually check the weapon for damage.
6. Assemble the weapon (Section 9.4).
7. Carry out function check (Section 6.2).

7 Preparations
7.4.2 Preparing weapon with maximum cleaning kit for firing

• Maximum cleaning kit

2. Screw together handle, rotatable (17a-10) and extension rods (17a-8).

It is forbidden to clean the barrel from the muzzle end of the weapon. Cleaning the bar-
rel from the muzzle end of the weapon damages the barrel and decreases accuracy.
3. Insert handle, rotatable and extension rods in cleaning rod guide (17a-13).
4. Screw pull-through holder (17a-9) and extension rods together.
6. Push locking pin of cleaning rod guide (48a-1) in all the way to the left.
7. Insert cleaning rod guide with handle, rotatable, extension rods and pull-through holder
with cleaning pull-throughs all the way into the receiver from the rear (48a-A).
8. Push locking pin of cleaning rod guide in all the way to the right (48a-B).
10. Push locking pin of cleaning rod guide in all the way to the left.
11. Remove cleaning rod guide from receiver.

7 Preparations
7.5 Additional preparations in unusual climatic conditions
7.5 Additional preparations in unusual climatic conditions
High air humidity and ambient temperatures between -25 °C and +63 °C do not require any
special measures.
In cold conditions, freezing condensation can compromise the functional reliability of the
weapon. To prevent the formation of condensation, do not bring the weapon from
cold conditions into warm conditions and shortly thereafter again into cold conditions.

• Oil
• Low-temperature oil
> When there are high concentrations of dust or temperatures above +63 °C, lubricate the
lubrication points of the bolt group (46a) and the lubrication points of the functional
elements (46b) more heavily.
> At temperatures below -25 °C, lubricate all moving parts with low-temperature oil.

8 Operation
8.1 Inserting the magazine
8 Operation
8.1 Inserting the magazine
1. Fill magazine (Section 7.3).

2. Click safety lever (Ia-8) to the “Safe” position.
3. Insert filled magazine into the weapon until the magazine catch (IIa-7) engages.
8.2 Chambering a round
Risk of injury from accidental discharge of weapon!

A weapon with a round in the chamber is always a potential source of danger.
> Chamber a round only immediately before firing.
> Unload the weapon immediately after firing (Section 8.7).
1. Insert magazine into weapon (Section 8.1).

2. Pull charging handle (Ia-6) all the way back.
3. Let charging handle snap forwards. The weapon now has a round in the chamber and is
set to “Safe”.

8 Operation
8.3 Firing position and aiming
8.3.1 Firing position
The supported shoulder firing position is the most stable and provides the best probability
of hitting.
Risk of injury from recoil!

The weapon’s recoil can cause serious injury.
> When firing, pull the weapon firmly into your shoulder.
> Keep your eye at least 6 cm away from the rear sight when firing.
> Rest weapon on the handguard (Ia-3) or bipod.

> Do not rest weapon on the barrel (Ia-1) or magazine (Ia-10).
Fig. 34a: Firing position

8 Operation
8.3.2 Aiming
• Correct aiming
Point of impact centred
• Aiming errors
Shooting left Shooting right
W W
Shooting high Shooting low
W W
Shooting low and left Shooting low and right
W W

8 Operation
8.4 Firing
8.4 Firing
Follow safety instructions for firing (Section 2.3).
8.4.1 Firing in the “Single fire” position
1. Prepare weapon for firing (Section 7.4).

2. Chamber a round (Section 8.2).
3. Aim (Section 8.3.2).
4. Click safety lever (Ia-8) to the “Single fire”position.
Risk of injury from recoil!

The weapon’s recoil can cause serious injury.
> When firing, pull the weapon firmly into your shoulder.
> Keep your eye at least 6 cm away from the rear sight when firing.
5. Pull trigger (Ia-9). A cartridge is fired.

6. After firing, or to reload, click safety lever to the “Safe” position.

8 Operation
8.5 Removing the magazine
8.5 Removing the magazine
1. Grasp magazine (Ia-10).
Danger of material damage from dropping the magazine!

Dropping the magazine can damage the magazine lips (Ia-13) and cause malfunctions.
> Remove the magazine by hand.
> Avoid impacts on the magazine lips.
2. Press magazine catch (IIa-7).

3. Remove magazine.

8 Operation
8.6 Reloading the weapon
8.6 Reloading the weapon
Risk of injury from accidental discharge of weapon!

A weapon with a round in the chamber is always a potential source of danger.
> Chamber a round only immediately before firing.
> Unload the weapon immediately after firing (Section 8.7).
After the last cartridge in the magazine is fired, the bolt catch/release holds the bolt group
in the open position.

2. Insert magazine into weapon (Section 8.1).
3. Push bolt catch/release (Ia-4). The bolt group snaps forwards. The weapon now has a
round in the chamber and is set to “Safe”.
8.7 Unloading the weapon

2. Pull charging handle (Ia-6) all the way back and hold it. A cartridge is ejected.
3. Push bolt catch/release (Ia-4) and hold it. >>

8 Operation
8.7 Unloading the weapon
4. Push charging handle all the way forwards and lock it.

5. Look into the chamber. There must not be any cartridge in the chamber. If there is a car-
tridge in the chamber, then a fault is present (Section 10).
6. Push bolt catch/release. The bolt group snaps forwards.
7. Click safety lever (Ia-8) to the “Single fire” position.
8. Pull trigger (Ia-9). The hammer is released.
8.8 Empty the magazine
Risk of injury from igniting the cartridges!

Impacts to the primer can ignite the cartridge.
> Push the cartridges into your hand when you empty the magazine.
> Prevent any impacts to the primer.
> Prevent cartridges from falling.
> Push cartridges forwards out of the magazine (Ia-10).

9 Cleaning
9.1 General instructions for cleaning
9 Cleaning
9.1 General instructions for cleaning
Regular cleaning and care of the weapon and accessories

• maintain functional reliability,
• increase service life,
• prevent accidents, and
• save repair costs and time.
> Clean weapon each time it is fired and at intervals of 1000 rounds.
Risk of material damage from the use of excessive force!

The use of excessive force during disassembly, cleaning and assembly can damage
the weapon.
> Do not use excessive force when disassembling, cleaning and assembling the
weapon.
9.2 Disassembling the weapon
Risk of injury from improperly assembled weapon!

Improper assembly can compromise the safety and functioning of the weapon.
> Only disassemble the weapon to the extent described in this manual.

9 Cleaning
9.2.1 Disassembling the weapon into assembly groups

• 5 mm Allen key
1. Carry out safety check (Section 6.1).

2. Press rear locking pin (IIa-8) in to the right and pull out as far as disassembly position.
3. Fold lower receiver downwards.
4. Press front locking pin (IIa-6) in to the right and pull out as far as disassembly position.
5. Remove lower receiver.
6. Press buffer into the buttstock and hold it (41a-A).
7. Press locking pin for buffer in and hold it (41a-B).
8. Pull buffer and recoil spring forwards out of the buttstock (IIa-1).
9. Pull charging handle (Ia-6) back.
10. Remove bolt group from upper receiver.
11. Remove charging handle from upper receiver.
12. Fold front sight (Ia-2) downwards.
13. Unscrew locking screw for handguard anti-clockwise with the Allen key and pull out to dis-
assembly position (41b).
14. Pull handguard (Ia-3) forwards off barrel (Ia-1).
A
B
Fig. 41a: Pushing in locking pin for Fig. 41b: Unscrewing locking screw for
buffer handguard

9 Cleaning
9.2.2 Disassembling parts of the gas drive

1 3
1. Disassemble the weapon into assembly
groups (Section 9.2.1).
2. Pull rod (42a-3) to rear and hold it.
3. Pull rod upwards and forwards out of
2
upper receiver (42a).
4. Remove gas piston (42a-2) from gas Fig. 42a: Removing the rod
block (42a-1).
1 Gas block
2 Gas piston
3 Rod

9 Cleaning
9.2.3 Disassembling the bolt group

1 23 4
1. Disassemble the weapon into assembly
groups (Section 9.2.1).
5
2. Push locking pin (43a-7) into the bolt 6
head carrier (43a-3) from the right.
7
3. Pull locking pin out of the bolt head
carrier to the left as far as it will go. Fig. 43a: Components of the bolt group
4. Lift firing pin safety (43a-4).
1 Bolt head
5. Take firing pin (43a-6) and pressure
2 Control bolt
spring for firing pin (43a-5) to the rear
3 Bolt head carrier
and out of the bolt head carrier.
4 Firing pin safety
6. Pull control bolt (43a-2) out of bolt head 5 Pressure spring for firing pin
(43a-1). 6 Firing pin
7. Pull bolt head out of bolt head carrier. 7 Locking pin

9 Cleaning
9.3 Cleaning the weapon
9.3.1 Cleaning the weapon with minimum cleaning kit

• Minimum cleaning kit
• Oil
• Cleaning rag
Clean the barrel from the chamber to the muzzle.
Danger of material damage from incorrect cleaning agents and care products!
Incorrect cleaning agents and care products can damage the weapon.
> When cleaning the weapon, use the specified cleaning agents.
> Do not use any metallic objects, plastics (nylon, etc.) or chemical cleaning agents
(benzine, tetrachlorethylene, trichlor, etc.) to clean the weapon.
> Do not clean the weapon in an ultrasonic bath.

3. Clean fouled parts and surfaces using cleaning rag.
4. Oil cleaned metal parts thinly.
5. Screw together handle, rotatable (16a-7), two extension rods (16a-5) and chamber
cleaning brush (16a-2).
6. Clean chamber and barrel extension using chamber cleaning brush. >>

9 Cleaning
7. Screw together handle, rotatable, extension rods and barrel cleaning brush (16a-3).
Danger of material damage if the barrel cleaning brush is not pulled completely
through the barrel!
Not pulling the barrel cleaning brush completely through the barrel can damage the
inside of the barrel and decrease accuracy.
> Push the barrel cleaning brush completely through the barrel starting from the cham-
ber end. This allows the bristles of the barrel cleaning brush to straighten out again.
Pull the barrel cleaning brush out of the chamber to the rear in an extension of the bar-
rel bore axis.

It is forbidden to clean the barrel from the muzzle end of the weapon. This damages the
barrel and decreases accuracy.
8. Push lubricated barrel cleaning brush completely through the barrel (Ia-1) several times.
9. Replace barrel cleaning brush with pull-through holder (16a-6).
12. Replace pull-through holder with oil brush (16a-4). >>

9 Cleaning
13. Pull lubricated oil brush through the barrel.

14. Lubricate lubrication points of the bolt group (46a).
15. Lubricate lubrication points of the functional elements (46b).
Danger of material damage from lubricated cartridges!

Lubricated cartridges result in increased loads on components and can lead to prema-
ture wear on the weapon.
> Do not lubricate the inside of the magazine.
16. Clean magazine (Ia-10) and follower (Ia-12) using cleaning cloth.
1 2
1 2
3
3 4
5 4
Fig. 46a: Lubrication points of the bolt Fig. 46b: Lubrication points of the
group functional elements
1 Bolt head 1 Gas piston
2 Control bolt 2 Buffer
3 Pressure spring for firing pin 3 Recoil spring
4 Firing pin 4 Barrel extension
5 Operating surfaces of the bolt group

9 Cleaning
9.3.2 Cleaning the weapon with maximum cleaning kit

• Oil
• Maximum cleaning kit
Clean the barrel from the chamber to the muzzle.
Danger of material damage from incorrect cleaning agents and care products!
Incorrect cleaning agents and care products can damage the weapon.
> When cleaning the weapon, use the specified cleaning agents.
> Do not use any metallic objects, plastics (nylon, etc.) or chemical cleaning agents
(benzine, tetrachlorethylene, trichlor, etc.) to clean the weapon.
> Do not clean the weapon in an ultrasonic bath.

3. Clean fouled parts and surfaces using cleaning cloth (17a-20).
4. Oil cleaned metal parts thinly.
5. Screw together T-handle (17a-18), two extension rods (17a-8) and cleaning brush for
chamber and barrel extension (17a-7).
6. Clean chamber and barrel extension using cleaning brush for chamber and barrel exten-
sion. >>

9 Cleaning
7. Screw together handle, rotatable (17a-10) and extension rods.

8. Insert handle, rotatable and extension rods in cleaning rod guide (17a-13).
9. Screw together barrel cleaning brush (17a-5) and extension rods.
10. Push locking pin of cleaning rod guide (48a-1) in all the way to the left.
Danger of material damage if the barrel cleaning brush is not pulled completely
through the barrel!
Not pulling the barrel cleaning brush completely through the barrel can damage the
inside of the barrel and decrease accuracy.
> Push the barrel cleaning brush completely through the barrel starting from the cham-
ber end. This allows the bristles of the barrel cleaning brush to straighten out again.
Pull the barrel cleaning brush out of the chamber to the rear in an extension of the bar-
rel bore axis.

It is forbidden to clean the barrel from the muzzle end of the weapon. This damages the
barrel and decreases accuracy.
11. Insert cleaning rod guide with handle,

rotatable, extension rods and barrel 1
cleaning brush all the way into the
receiver from the rear (48a-A).
12. Push locking pin of cleaning rod guide
in all the way to the right (48a-B). >> B
A
Fig. 48a: Pushing in locking pin for

cleaning rod guide
1 Locking pin for cleaning rod guide

9 Cleaning
13. Push lubricated barrel cleaning brush completely through the barrel (Ia-1) several times.
14. Push locking pin of cleaning rod guide in to the left and pull it out as far as it will go.
15. Remove cleaning rod guide with handle, rotatable from upper receiver.
16. Replace barrel cleaning brush with pull-through holder (17a-9).
18. Insert cleaning rod guide with handle, rotatable and pull-through holder with cleaning
pull-throughs all the way into the upper receiver from the rear.
19. Push locking pin of cleaning rod guide in all the way to the right.
20. Push clean cleaning pull-throughs through the barrel several times until the barrel is free
of oil and foreign bodies.
21. Push locking pin of cleaning rod guide in to the left and pull it out as far as it will go.
23. Replace pull-through holder with oil brush (17a-6). >>

9 Cleaning
24. Insert cleaning rod guide with handle,

rotatable and oil brush all the way into
upper receiver from the rear.
in all the way to the right.
26. Pull lubricated oil brush through the
barrel.
in to the left and pull it out as far as it Fig. 50a: Cleaning the extension inside
will go.
29. Screw together handle, rotatable, two extension rods and cleaning brush for extension
(17a-2).
30. Clean extension inside with lubricated cleaning brush for extension.
31. Replace cleaning brush for extension with oil brush for extension (17a-3).
32. Lubricate extension inside with lubricated oil brush for extension.
33. Lubricate lubrication points of the bolt group (46a).
34. Lubricate lubrication points of the functional elements (46b).

9 Cleaning
9.4 Assembling the weapon
9.4.1 Assembling the bolt group

A 4
1. Insert bolt head into the bolt head
1
carrier with the extractor to the right
(51a).
2. Insert control bolt into bolt head carrier
with the bore in the longitudinal 3
direction (51a-A).
3. Push pressure spring for firing pin
(43a-5) onto firing pin (43a-6).
2
4. Pull locking pin (43a-7) out of the bolt
head carrier to the left as far as it will go. Fig. 51a: Inserting the control bolt
5. Raise firing pin safety and hold it
1 Control bolt
(51b-A).
2 Bolt head
6. Press firing pin and pressure spring for 3 Extractor
firing pin from the rear into the bolt 4 Bolt head carrier
head carrier as far as they will go and
hold them (51b-B).
7. Insert locking pin from the left comple-
B
tely into the bolt head carrier (51b-C). A
B
Fig. 51b: Pressing in the locking pin

9 Cleaning
9.4.2 Assembling parts of the gas drive

1 3
1. Insert gas piston (52a-2) into the gas
block (52a-1).
2. Insert rod into upper receiver in assem-
bly position (52a).
2
3. Press rod (52a-3) to the rear against
spring force and insert in gas piston. Fig. 52a: Assembly position of the rod
1 Gas block
2 Gas piston
3 Rod

9 Cleaning
9.4.3 Assembling the assembly groups

• 5 mm Allen key
1. Assemble the bolt group

(Section 9.4.1).
2. Push handguard (Ia-3) onto the barrel
(Ia-1) from the front as far as it will go. Fig. 53a: Tightening locking screw for
3. Insert locking screw for handguard handguard
(IIa- 5).
Danger of material damage through use of excessive torque!

The locking screw for handguard has a defined breaking point to prevent damage to
the handguard. The locking screw for handguard breaks off at a torque of 14 Nm.
> When tightening the locking screw for handguard, keep within the torque.
>>

9 Cleaning
4. Tighten locking screw for handguard clockwise with Allen key until the
torque of 7±1 Nm is reached (53a).
The bolt group can only be inserted into the weapon if the bolt head is in the forward posi-
tion. Otherwise the control bolt blocks the bolt group from being inserted into the upper
receiver.
5. Insert charging handle (Ia-6) into recess

in upper receiver and push forwards
about 5 cm.
6 Pull bolt head (43a-1) forwards out of
the bolt head carrier (43a-3) as far as it
will go.
7. Insert guide cam of bolt group into
3 1 2
guide groove of charging handle (54a).
8. Push bolt group (54a-2) all the way for- Fig. 54a: Inserting bolt group into char-
wards until the charging handle locks. ging handle
9. Insert buffer into the recoil spring. >> 1 Guide cam of the bolt group
2 Bolt group
3 Guide groove of the charging handle

9 Cleaning
10. Insert buffer and recoil spring into the buttstock (IIa-1).
11. Push buffer behind the locking pin for buffer.
12. Using the front locking pin (IIa-6), insert lower receiver into front bore for locking pin of
the upper receiver at an angle of about 45°.
13. Push front locking pin in all the way to the left.
14. Swing upper receiver down onto lower receiver as far as it will go (55a).
15. Push rear locking pin (IIa-8) in all the way to the left.
Fig. 55a: Assembling lower receiver and upper receiver

10 Faults: Causes and remedies

Users are strictly prohibited from rectifying faults that go beyond the scope of this manual!
Only authorised specialists may troubleshoot such faults in the weapon.
Safety risk from not knowing whether or not the weapon is loaded!
In the event of a fault, the weapon may be loaded even if you expect that it is unloaded.
> In the event of a fault, treat the weapon as if there were a round in the chamber.
> In the event of a fault, verify whether the weapon is actually loaded.
> Follow the fundamental safety instructions (Section 2) for rectifying faults.
The following items do not constitute a complete list of all possible faults. Causes other than
those named here are also possible.
Fault Cause Remedy

Bullet is stuck in the Improperly loaded ammunition. Send weapon in for repair.
barrel.
Cartridge has not Defective ammunition. Wait at least one minute. Unload
fired. weapon (Section 8.7). Do not re-
use cartridges that have failed to
fire.
Firing pin sluggish, damaged or Send weapon in for repair.
broken.
Hammer defective. Send weapon in for repair.

Fault Cause Remedy

Bolt group does not Defective ammunition. Unload weapon (Section 8.7).
open after firing. Clean weapon if necessary
(Section 9.3). Send weapon in
for repair if necessary.
Gas drive fouled or defective. Clean gas piston. Send weapon
in for repair if necessary.
Cartridge or cartrid- Cartridge rim ripped off. Unload weapon (Section 8.7).
ge case is not ejec- Send weapon in for repair if
ted. necessary.
Chamber is fouled. Clean chamber.
Rearward movement of bolt Unload weapon (Section 8.7).
group too short. Carry out function check
(Section 6.2). Clean weapon if
necessary (Section 9.3). Send
weapon in for repair if
necessary.
Ammunition incorrectly loaded. Use different ammunition.
Extractor, pressure spring for Send weapon in for repair.
extractor, ejector or pressure
spring for ejector damaged.
Cartridge is not loa- Chamber is fouled. Unload weapon (Section 8.7).
ded into the cham- Clean weapon (Section 9.3).
ber.
Cartridge deformed. Use different cartridge.
Recoil spring defective. Send weapon in for repair.

Fault Cause Remedy

Cartridge does not Magazine not correctly inserted. Insert magazine correctly.
feed. Magazine spring defective. Send magazine in for repair.
Magazine or magazine lips Use different magazine.
damaged.
Rearward movement of bolt Unload weapon (Section 8.7).

group too short. Carry out function check
necessary.
Bolt group does not Magazine spring defective. Send magazine in for repair.
stay in open position Rearward movement of bolt Unload weapon (Section 8.7).
after last round. group too short. Carry out function check
necessary.
Bolt catch/release damaged. Send weapon in for repair.
Ammunition incorrectly loaded. Use different ammunition.

Fault Cause Remedy

Magazine sticks in Magazine damaged. Exchange magazine. Send
magazine well. damaged magazine in for repair.
Magazine catch defective. Send weapon in for repair.
Windage or elevati- Sights misaligned. Adjust sights (Section 7.2).
on of point of Other type of ammunition. Use another type of ammunition
impact changed. or adjust sights (Section 7.2).
Sights damaged. Send weapon in for repair.

11 Protection, packaging and storage
11.1 Protecting the weapon

Protection guards the weapon against external influences and maintains its functional
reliability even if it is not used for long periods. If the weapon is expected to be stored for
more than 6 months, the weapon must be protected.
If the weapon is expected to be stored for not more than six months, it is sufficient to clean
the weapon (Section 9.3).
11.1 Protecting the weapon

• Grease
• Oil paper
1. Clean weapon (Section 9.3).

2. Seal both ends of the barrel (Ia-1) with grease.
3. Wrap weapon in oil paper.

11.2 Packaging the weapon
11.2 Packaging the weapon
1. Unload weapon (Section 8.7).

2. Empty the magazine (Section 8.8).
3. Package the weapon in appropriate transport container.
11.3 Storing the weapon
Store the weapon and ammunition separately.
1. Follow applicable regulations for the storage of weapons and ammunition.

2. Whenever the weapon is expected to be stored for more than 6 months, protect the
weapon (Section 11.1).
3. Whenever the weapon is not expected to be stored for more than 6 months, clean the
weapon (Section 9.3).
4. Package the weapon (Section 11.2).
5. Store the weapon in an enclosed, weather resistant room.
Risk of accidents caused by unauthorised persons!

Unauthorised persons who have no experience with weapons can cause accidents.
> Be sure to prevent access to the weapon and ammunition by unauthorised persons,
especially children.
6. Protect rooms where weapons are stored against break-in and fire.
Whenever the weapon is stored for more than 1 year:

7. Check the grease seal on the barrel (Ia-1) and the oil film on the metal parts annually.

12 Transport and shipping
12.1 Preparing the weapon for transport
12 Transport and shipping
12.1 Preparing the weapon for transport
1. Package the weapon (Section 11.2).

2. Secure the weapon in vehicle.
Risk of material damage from vibrations!

Vibrations during transport can damage the weapon.
> During transport, secure the transport container against slipping and damage from
outside influences.
> Avoid impacts and vibration of the weapon.
12.2 Transporting the weapon
Transport weapon and ammunition separately.
> Follow applicable regulations for the transport of weapons and ammunition.
12.3 Shipping the weapon
Ship weapon and ammunition separately.
> Follow applicable regulations for the shipping of weapons and ammunition.

13 Destruction and disposal
13.1 Destroying the weapon
13 Destruction and disposal
13.1 Destroying the weapon
> Follow applicable regulations for the destruction of weapons and ammunition.
13.2 Disposing of the weapon
> Follow applicable regulations for the disposal of weapons and ammunition.

SEMIAUTOMATIC RIFLE MR223 A3
Calibre .223 Rem.
Operating principle Semi-automatic, gas-operated
Bolt system Locked rotating bolt head
Cartridge feed Magazine, 10/20/30 cartridges
Cartridge case ejection Right side
Modes of fire Single fire
DIMENSIONS
Max. length 948 mm
Min. length 852 mm
Width 74 mm
Height1 191 mm
Barrel length2 420 mm
Sight radius 371 mm
WEIGHT
Weapon without magazine 3734 g
Magazine, 10 cartridges (full)3 265 g
Magazine, 10 cartridges (empty) 140 g
OTHER DATA
Trigger pull 25 N
Muzzle velocity -v0-3 890 m/s
Muzzle energy -E0-3 1580 J
Barrel profile / twist Groove/land profile, 6 grooves / right-hand twist / C.I.P
1
without rear sight / front sight folded down
2
without flash hider
3
SWISS P Target 69gr HPBT ammunition
TEC H N IC A L DATA
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safety
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D E NY
M AR M A
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TECHNISCHE
D O KU M E N T A T I O N
Heckler & Koch GmbH
Heckler & Koch-Str. 1
976647 | 008.0518
78727 Oberndorf/N., Germany
+49 (0) 74 23 / 79-0

+49 (0) 74 23 / 79-23 50
TD@heckler-koch-de.com
www.heckler-koch.com

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OPERATOR’S MANUAL

SEMIAUTOMATIC R IFLE MR223 A3

Fig. Ia: Match Rifle MR223 A3, left side view

1 Barrel 8 Safety lever, ambidextrous

Fig. IIa: Match Rifle MR223 A3, right side view

1 Buttstock, adjustable 6 Locking pin, front

2 Fundamental safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

3 Description of the weapon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

4 Technical description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

5 Cleaning kit and auxiliary materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

10 Faults: Causes and remedies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

11 Protection, packaging and storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

12 Transport and shipping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

13 Destruction and disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

1 Using this manual

1.1 Purpose of this manual

1.2 Target audience for this manual

1.3 Warnings, notes and information

1.3.1 Warnings and warning levels

Warnings are depicted as follows (example):

Risk of death from gunshot wounds!

Colour / signal word Meaning

Non-compliance could lead to material damage.

1.3.2 Symbols used

1.3.3 Conventions for illustrations

• The name of an illustration comprises

1.3.4 Conventions for cross references

• Example of a cross reference between text and illustration: (6a-2)

• Example of a cross reference between sections: (Section 1.3.3)

2 Fundamental safety instructions

2.1 The operator’s manual as an integral component of the safety concept

The operator’s manual is an integral component of the weapon.

2.2 Safety instructions for handling the weapon

2.3 Safety instructions for firing

> Wear hearing protection when firing.

2.4 Exclusion of liability and warranty

• non-compliance with this manual,

3 Description of the weapon

The MR223 A3 semi-automatic rifle (.223 Rem.) is a semi-automatic gas-operated weapon

Match Rifle MR223 A3

3.2 Intended use

• 300 m with iron sight,

3.3 Scope of supply

Fig. 11a: Match Rifle MR223 A3, .223 Rem. Calibre

1 Match Rifle MR223 A3 3 Operator’s Manual

3.4 Overview of variants

3.4.1 Match Rifle MR223 A3

Fig. 12a: Match Rifle MR223 A3

3.5 Assembly groups

Fig. 13a: Assembly groups

1 Charging handle 4 Handguard

4.1 Safety features

4.1.1 Safety lever

The safety lever (Ia-8) can always be

The safety lever prevents accidental actuati-

Fig. 14b: “Single fire” position

4.1.2 Firing pin safety

4.2 Functional elements

5 Cleaning kit and auxiliary materials