FNC1A1 MILES gear - any info?
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They are the same operating principal. But either way, when this MILES gear came into the Canadian system the FNC1 was being phased out to bring in the C7. And along with that (C7), there was/is better training devices and systems. Therefore this MILES stuff wasn't used as extensively as in the US. Therein lies the dilemma with this equipment; wasn't used for very long or in many places with the FNC1 or the C7 up here, therefore not that many people familiar with it, either as a user or a technician.
However it being a part of our Canadian military gun history, I figured I'd give it a good home. And as with anything we have that is collectible, we are mere guardians for a short period in history. I'm a sucker for Canadian stuff.
However it being a part of our Canadian military gun history, I figured I'd give it a good home. And as with anything we have that is collectible, we are mere guardians for a short period in history. I'm a sucker for Canadian stuff.
I always thought that the concept was terrific - far better than yelling bang (been there, done that) - If you can get a part number for the battery, I still have some friends in the battery business (factory reps - I used to be one), and I'll see if they can find anything for you, you'd be amazed at whats out there in that business.
OK, may have got lucky. I have 3 NSNs. I think the last one is for the newer US, M16 set that takes commercial 9V batteries. The first 2 numbers, I think, are also 9V, but may be a different size/configuration. Here they are:
NSN: 6135-01-501-0833
NSN: 6135-01-517-6060
This last one: NSN: 6135-01-369-9792 appears to be the commercial 9V.
At least this makes me think this set is probably a 9V.
Oh ya, got it working
. Simple 9V commercial batteries.
All three units function with the laser. The long cable is the dry fire, sight in trigger.
The vest even goes off if you turn it upside down.
I haven't done a lot of testing, just goofing around in the gun room. So one of these days I'll have to test distance, and with blanks.
But it's happy days. I hate having sh|t that ain't working.
I got most of the latest info from the US manual, of course designated for the M16A2. There are subtle differences, but basically the same unit.
I don't know why I didn't find the manual before with my www searches. Today the planets aligned and up it popped.
I would still love to find a Canadian PAM/manual for this equipment. So if anyone out there in CF land happens to find one, I'd love to borrow it for a bit, if possible.
Thanx guys
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. Simple 9V commercial batteries.All three units function with the laser. The long cable is the dry fire, sight in trigger.
The vest even goes off if you turn it upside down.
I haven't done a lot of testing, just goofing around in the gun room. So one of these days I'll have to test distance, and with blanks.
But it's happy days. I hate having sh|t that ain't working.
I got most of the latest info from the US manual, of course designated for the M16A2. There are subtle differences, but basically the same unit.
I don't know why I didn't find the manual before with my www searches. Today the planets aligned and up it popped.
I would still love to find a Canadian PAM/manual for this equipment. So if anyone out there in CF land happens to find one, I'd love to borrow it for a bit, if possible.
Thanx guys
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