Live Fire Exercise Collection

A tank crewman braces himself after firing a 120mm round from a M1A1 Abrams battle tank
Djibouti, March 30, 2010 - A tank crewman braces himself after firing a 120mm round from a M1A1 Abrams battle tank during a live-fire range in Djibouti

Dust rises from the impact points of KP long-guided rockets
May 11, 2010 - Dust rises from the impact points of KP long-guided rockets fired from an Afghan National Army Air Corps Mi-35 Hind helicopter during a live-fire training mission over Afghanistan

USS Monterey conducts a close-in weapons system live fire test
Mediterranean Sea, April 4, 2011 - The Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Monterey (CG-61) conducts a close-in weapons system (CWIS) live fire test

A-10 Thunderbolt IIs fly over mountainous landscape
April 24, 2007 - A-10 Thunderbolt IIs break over the Pacific Alaska Range Complex and one aircraft drops a flare during live-fire training

Marines bombard through a live fire range using M1A1 Abrams tanks
March 30, 2010 - Marines bombard through a live fire range using M1A1 Abrams tanks alongside the French Foreign Legions ERC90 Light Armored Vehicles in Djibouti, Africa

Night vision view of a special operations forces soldier firing his weapon during combat

Chinese Navy multi-role frigate Hengshui fires its main gun
Pacific Ocean, July 17, 2016 - Chinese Navy multi-role frigate Hengshui (FFG 572) fires the main gun during a gun exercise at Rim of the Pacific 2016

A missileman firing a BGM-71 TOW missile atop a humvee
An antitank missileman fires off a BGM-71 Tube-launched Optically-tracked Wire-guided missile (TOW) when the company used all of their main weapon systems at Army Ammunition Depot Hawthorne, Nevada

A U. S. Marine fires an M2. 50 caliber machine gun
April 27, 2013 - A U.S. Marine fires an M2.50 caliber machine gun during a live fire exercise using crew-served weapons in Al Galail, Qatar, for Eagle Resolve 2013

U. S. Army paratrooper fires an M2. 50-caliber machine gun atop a humvee
February 4, 2014 - U.S. Army paratrooper fires an M2.50-caliber machine gun from a Humvee during a platoon-level, live-fire exercise at the Grafenwoehr Training Area in Bavaria, Germany

A Sailor fires a weapon
Camp Beuhring, Kuwait, April 26, 2007 - A Sailor fires a weapon during an enhanced marksmanship program exercise

Electronics Technician fires a 25mm machine gun aboard USS Preble
Philippine Sea, August 11, 2013 - Electronics Technician fires a 25mm machine gun aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Preble (DDG-88) during a live-fire weapons shoot

A Pilot fires the GAU-8 from an A-10 Thunderbolt II
April 24, 2007 - A Pilot fires the GAU-8 from an A-10 Thunderbolt II over the Pacific Alaska Range Complex during live-fire training

USS John Paul Jones launches a Standard Missile
Pacific Ocean, June 19, 2014 - The Arleigh-Burke class guided-missile destroyer USS John Paul Jones (DDG 53) launches a Standard Missile-6 (SM-6)

Pre-Action Calibration fire from the forward 5 Mk 54 gun aboard USS Donald Cook
Central Command Area of Responsibility, April 23, 2003 - Crewmembers aboard the guided missile destroyer USS Donald Cook (DDG-75)

Soldier shoots a M-240B machine gun atop a humvee
Naval Base Ventura County, California, July 17, 2004 - Engineering Aide shoots a M-240B machine gun as a fire power demonstration at the opening ceremony for Seabee Days

U. S. Navy Airman fires an M-240B machine gun aboard USS Essex
October 28, 2010 - U.S. Navy Aviation Ordnanceman Airman fires an M-240B machine gun during a live-fire exercise aboard the forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Essex (LHD-2)

USS Halsey fires its MK-45 5-inch / 54-caliber lightweight gun
January 19, 2011 - The MK-45 5-inch/54-caliber lightweight gun aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Halsey fires during a live-fire exercise

USS San Jacinto fires a close-in weapons system during a live-fire exercise
Arabian Sea, November 20, 2013 - The guided-missile cruiser USS San Jacinto (CG 56) fires a close-in weapons system during a live-fire exercise

USS Monterey fires a close-in weapons system
Mediterranean Sea, October 31, 2013 - The guided-missile cruiser USS Monterey (CG 61) fires a close-in weapons system (CIWS) during a live-fire exercise

An MK38 MOD 2 25mm machine gun system aboard USS Pearl Harbor
Arabian Gulf, January 27, 2012 - An MK38 MOD 2 25mm machine gun system aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Pearl Harbor fires rounds during a live-fire exercise

A helicopter crew trains off the coast of Jacksonville, Florida
September 24, 2009 a A helicopter crew from the Helicopter Interdiction Tactical Squadron trains off the coast of Jacksonville, Florida

A gunner firing a BGM-71 TOW missile
February 17, 2010 - A driver fires a BGM-71 Tube-launched, Optically tracked, Wire-guided Missile (TOW) at Training Area Lava at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, California

A MK-38 25mm machine gun is fired aboard USS William P. Lawrence
July 25, 2013 - Gunneras Mate observes as a MK-38 25mm machine gun is fired during a live-fire exercise aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS William P. Lawrence

A U. S. Marine fires a mortar round during combat operations in Afghanistan
October 19, 2010 - A U.S. Marine fires a mortar round during combat operations at Forward Operating Base Nolay, Afghanistan

Soldiers sight M-4 rifles down range while wearing MCU-2 protective gas masks
Beale Air Force Base, California a Citizen Warriors sight M-4 rifles down range while wearing MCU-2 protective gas masks during a qualification rifle shoot on the November unit training assembly

A U. S. Marine provides suppressive fire during a squad-assault training event
April 9, 2010 - A U.S. Marine with Scout Sniper Platoon, 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit, provides suppressive fire during a squad-assault training event at the Small Arms Combat Range near U.S

A Close-In Weapons System is fired aboard USS Bunker Hill
Gulf of Aden, January 23, 2012 - A Close-In Weapons System is fired aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Bunker Hill during a live-fire exercise

U.s Army National Guardsmen fire a 60mm mortar round
March 21, 2014 - U.S Army National Guardsmen fire a 60mm mortar round during a live-fire mission on Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey

Gunners Mate fires a 25mm chain gun aboard USS Cape St. George
Gulf of Oman, March 28, 2012 - Gunners Mate fires a 25mm chain gun during a live-fire exercise aboard the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Cape St. George (CG 71)

A mortarman with the U. S. Marine Corps fires an M4 carbine
March 26, 2014 - A mortarman with the U.S. Marine Corps fires an M4 carbine during a combined maneuver live-fire exercise at Babadag Training Area in Romania

MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopters launch AGM-114 hellfire missiles
South China Sea, May 18, 2013 - Two MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopters launch AGM-114 hellfire missiles during a live fire exercise

Aviation Warfare Systems Operator fires a
April 24, 2004 - Aviation Warfare Systems Operator fires a.50 caliber machine gun out of an SH-60B helicopter deployed aboard the USS Bulkeley (DDG-84)

U. S. Marine Corps personnel fire their M1A1 Main Battle Tank gun
U.S. Marine Corps personnel fire their M1A1 Main Battle Tank gun at Forward Operating Base Duke, Iraq, in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom

Sailors fire a dual-mounted M240 machine gun aboard USS Bunker Hill
Gulf of Aden, January 24, 2012 - Sailors fire a dual-mounted M240 machine gun during a live-fire exercise aboard the guided-missile cruiser USS Bunker Hill

U. S. Soldiers perform a platoon mounted and dismounted live-fire exercise
October 6, 2010 - U.S. Soldiers perform a platoon mounted and dismounted live-fire exercise at Grafenwoehr Training Area in Germany

M1A1 Abrams fire their 120mm smoothbore cannon
March 20, 2014 - U.S. Marines fire the 120mm smoothbore cannon of four M1A1 Abrams tanks during a live-fire training exercise at Camp Roberts, California

A Marine shoots at an enemy sniper during the military operations in urban terrain training

Marines fire a BGM-71 TOW missile
Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center, Twentynine Palms, California a Marines fire a BGM-71 Tube-launched, Optically-tracked

The guided missile destroyer USS Spruance fires its 5 54 gun
Arabian Sea, September 15, 2004 - The guided missile destroyer USS Spruance (DDG-963) fires its 5" 54 gun during a three-day exercise in the Central Arabian Gulf

Guided-missile destroyer USS Pinckney fires its MK-45 5-inch / 54-caliber gun
Gulf of Aden, November 27, 2009 - The guided-missile destroyer USS Pinckney (DDG-95) fires its MK-45 5-inch/54-caliber gun during a pre-aim calibration fire (PACFIRE) training exercise

An MK-38 25mm machine gun is fired aboard USS Stout
Mediterranean Sea, September 22, 2013 - Command Master Chief fires a MK-38 25mm machine gun during a live-fire exercise aboard the Arleigh-Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Stout

USS Philippine Sea fires its Mk-45 lightweight gun
Arabian Sea, June 1, 2014 - The guided-missile cruiser USS Philippine Sea (CG 58) fires its forward 5-inch Mk-45 lightweight gun during a live-fire exercise

An F-16 Fighting Falcon fires an AIM-9 missile
August 18, 2006 - An F-16 Fighting Falcon fires an AIM-9 missile off the coast of South Korea during a live-fire exercise

A soldier fires rounds down range at an M-4 qualification shoot
Beale Air Force Base, California a Air Force Reservist fires rounds down range at an M-4 qualification shoot during the November unit training assembly weekend

U. S. Navy Seabees fire M-4 and M-16A2 rifles
October 1, 2010 - U.S. Navy Seabees fire M-4 and M-16A2 rifles during weapons qualification training near Camp Mike Spann, Afghanistan

A soldier engages his target on a shooting range at Al Asad, Iraq
Al Asad, Iraq, September 5, 2007 a A motor vehicle operator with Task Force Military Police engages his target during the fire

Night vision view of a U. S. Army Ranger in Afghanistan combat scene
Night vision view of a U.S. Army Ranger in Afghanistan combat scene

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"Unleashing the Fury: Intense Live Fire Exercise Showcases Military Might" In a display of sheer power, a tank crewman stands firm as the deafening blast reverberates through the air, marking the firing of a 120mm round from an M1A1 Abrams battle tank. The ground trembles beneath him as dust rises from the impact points left by KP long-guided rockets, leaving behind a trail of destruction. Amidst this spectacle, USS Monterey conducts a close-in weapons system live fire test, unleashing its arsenal with precision and accuracy. A-10 Thunderbolt IIs soar above a mountainous landscape, their engines roaring like thunder as they demonstrate their unparalleled combat capabilities. Meanwhile, Marines relentlessly bombard through a live fire range using their trusty M1A1 Abrams tanks. Night vision goggles reveal the intense determination etched on the face of a special operations forces soldier as he fires his weapon during combat - darkness unable to hinder his unwavering resolve. Not far away, aboard the Chinese Navy multi-role frigate Hengshui, its main gun erupts in fury. A missileman atop a humvee takes aim and launches an unstoppable BGM-71 TOW missile towards its target while U. S. Marines showcase their firepower with an M2. 50 caliber machine gun. The scene shifts to Afghanistan where U. S. Army Rangers engage in fierce combat against unseen adversaries – every shot fired echoing bravery and resilience amidst adversity. And high above them all stands an army paratrooper atop another humvee, skillfully operating an M2. 50-caliber machine gun with deadly precision. Even sailors are not exempt from this exhibition of force; one can be seen confidently firing his weapon at sea – showcasing that no domain is beyond reach for these warriors who protect our freedom. This captivating live fire exercise serves as both awe-inspiring and humbling reminder of those who dedicate their lives to defend our nations.