Springfield Armory M1A SOCOM
GunCritic Score
86%
Critic Rating
11 Reviews
98%
User Rating
92 Reviews
MSRP:$1816.88
Used Price:
$1582.69+-0.76%
Sale Price:
$1758.54+2.37%
Ballistic Stats
Average Fps
2820 fps
Average Energy
2648 ft-lbf
Ballistic Coefficient
0.48
Sectional Density
0.25 lb/in²
Average Gr
150 gr
Pwdr Chrg Wght
43 gr
Pwdr Chrg Vel
2700 fps
Range
800 yd
Muzzle Velocity
2800 fps
Muzzle Energy
3470 J
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See DealBefore Springfield Armory introduced the M1A SOCOM 16 in 2004, 7.62 NATO power in a package this small was previously unthinkable. Shooters who need a compact rifle no longer have to settle for a lesser caliber, although they can expect less felt recoil and less muzzle rise, thanks to the SOCOM 16's unique design. The SOCOM 16 starts with a specially-engineered 16" Parkerized carbon steel barrel that is mated to the gas system with a proprietary muzzle brake. The muzzle brake reduces
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felt recoil and keeps muzzle rise so flat that follow-up shots have never been so easy. The enlarged ghost ring aperture rear sight and XS Tritium Insert in the front sight give you the quick target acquisition capability you want and need under any conditions. If your mission calls for optics, the SOCOM 16 features Springfield Armory's forward scout-style Picatinny mount. Of course, the SOCOM 16 also has the legendary performance and reliability that M1A shooters have come to love and expect. If your mission requirements call for a compact tactical rifle, but won't let you sacrifice power, you need the SOCOM 16. Caliber: 7.62X51MM NATO (.308WIN) Length: 37.25" Front Sight: XS Post w/ Tritium Insert, .125 Blade Barrel: 16.25" Twist 1 In"; RH; 6-Groove Carbon Steel Weight (with Empty Magazine): 8.8 lbs. Rear Sight: Enlarged Military Aperture .135 w/ MOA Adjustment For Both Windage and Elevation Magazines: 1 - 10 Round, Parkerized Steel Stock: Flat Dark Earth Composite Before Springfield Armory introduced the M1A SOCOM 16 in 2004, 7.62 NATO power in a package this small was previously unthinkable. Shooters who need a compact rifle no longer have to settle for a lesser caliber, although they can expect less felt recoil and less muzzle rise, thanks to the SOCOM 16's unique design. The SOCOM 16 starts with a specially-engineered 16" Parkerized carbon steel barrel that is mated to the gas system with a proprietary muzzle brake. The muzzle brake reduces felt recoil and keeps muzzle rise so flat that follow-up shots have never been so easy. The enlarged ghost ring aperture rear sight and XS Tritium Insert in the front sight give you the quick target acquisition capability you want and need under any conditions. If your mission calls for optics, the SOCOM 16 features Springfield Armory's forward scout-style Picatinny mount. Of course, the SOCOM 16 also has the legendary performance and reliability that M1A shooters have come to love and expect. If your mission requirements call for a compact tactical rifle, but won't let you sacrifice power, you need the SOCOM 16. Caliber: 7.62X51MM NATO (.308WIN) Length: 37.25" Front Sight: XS Post w/ Tritium Insert, .125 Blade Barrel: 16.25" Twist 1 In"; RH; 6-Groove Carbon Steel Weight (with Empty Magazine): 8.8 lbs. Rear Sight: Enlarged Military Aperture .135 w/ MOA Adjustment For Both Windage and Elevation Magazines: 1 - 10 Round, Parkerized Steel Stock: Flat Dark Earth Composite - See more at: http://www.budsgunshop.com/catalog/product_info.php/products_id/12573/Springfield+M1A+SOCOM16+FDE+7.62NATO308#sthash.gowLjPce.dpufSpringfield Armory M1A SOCOM For Sale
Technical Data
Caliber
.308 Winchester
Barrel Length
16.3"
Weight
144 oz
Length
45"
Springfield Armory M1A Socom Capacity
The M1A SOCOM 16 is chambered in 7.62x51mm NATO (.308 Winchester) and 6.5 Creedmoor and feeds from USGI M14 pattern magazines. These double-feed mags have a standard capacity of 20 rounds, however shorter 5 and 10 rounders are available for hunters and owners who live in states with capacity restrictions.
Springfield Armory M1A Socom Feature
The Springfield Armory M1A is a semi-automatic rifle built on an M1 style receiver that operates on a gas-tappet system based on the M1 Carbine and uses a 2-lug rotating bolt that is almost identical to the M1 Garand. These rifles are built with a 16.25 inch barrel to give you plenty of muzzle velocity and are topped with a windage- and elevation-adjustable iron sight setup and capped with a compensator to reduce muzzle flash and recoil.
Springfield Armory M1A Socom Ergonomics
The Springfield M1A has an identical control setup to the M14 service rifle with the absence of a giggle switch. The safety is located along the front of the trigger guard and swings forward to fire and back to engage the safety and can easily be flipped by both left and right handed users. The charging handle is on the right side of the rifle and is reciprocating. The stock can have a traditional profile as well as an Anchutz profile or a tactical setup.
Springfield Armory M1A Socom Mobility
Measuring a touch over 38 inches long with an unloaded weight of 9.3 pounds, the M1A is definitely on the lower end of the mobility spectrum. With a front-heavy balance, an overall length 4 inches longer than an AR15 and a weight that even grown men call excessive, the M1A is most easily fired from a bench rest. Walking with this rifle in your hands can quickly cause fatigue and the length can make it very difficult to navigate tight spaces.
Springfield Armory M1A Socom Fit-N-Finish
The Springfield M1A is built on a machined receiver made of 8620 tool steel and is heat treated and parkerized to improve durability and retain surface oil. The stocks can be made of American Walnut or can be made of a high-strength fiberglass reinforced composite. The barrels are chrome lined to reduce pitting and improve reliability.
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MSRP:
$1816.88
Used Price:
$1582.69 +-0.76%
Sale Price:
$1758.54 +2.37%
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