A remote firing mechanism enables an operator to fire a weapon remotely,
from a position other than from behind the breech, in order to minimize
firing hazards to the operator. The remote firing mechanism is secured to
a carrier assembly mounted on, or near the breech, for enabling an
operator to fire the weapon from the right side of the weapon. The
carrier assembly includes a connector secured to a linkage mechanism of
the remote firing mechanism. In turn, the linkage mechanism is connected
to a lanyard that enables the operator to initiate the firing operation.
The linkage mechanism and the lanyard are positioned remotely from the
breech.