Which action is not a standard step in the cycle of mortar operations?

Which action is not a standard step in the cycle of mortar operations?

• A. Feeding
• B. Chambering
• C. Firing
• D. Loading

Answer: (D)

The cycle of mortar operations is the sequence used to deliver a round from the ammo supply into the bore and fire it, then repeat for the next round. The essential actions are feeding the next round into position, chambering it so it’s seated properly, and then firing. The act of placing a round into the tube is accomplished through feeding and chambering, not as a separate step called “loading.” So “loading” isn’t part of the standard cycle; the cycle is defined by feeding, chambering, and firing, with the next round prepared for the cycle through those steps.

The cycle of mortar operations is the sequence used to deliver a round from the ammo supply into the bore and fire it, then repeat for the next round. The essential actions are feeding the next round into position, chambering it so it’s seated properly, and then firing. The act of placing a round into the tube is accomplished through feeding and chambering, not as a separate step called “loading.” So “loading” isn’t part of the standard cycle; the cycle is defined by feeding, chambering, and firing, with the next round prepared for the cycle through those steps.