The Springfield Armory M1A Scout Squad is a compact scout-style variant of the classic M1A platform configured for New York compliance. It is chambered in .308 Win (7.62×51 NATO) and pairs an 18″ carbon steel barrel with a forward scout mount and black synthetic stock for rapid sight acquisition and practical handling. The rifle includes a 10-round magazine and an aperture rear sight for precise, tool-free adjustments.
Key Specifications
- Caliber is .308 Win (7.62×51 NATO), a full-power rifle cartridge suitable for a wide range of field and range roles.
- The barrel measures 18 inches and is described as carbon steel with a 1:11 rate of twist.
- Magazine capacity is 10 rounds (10+1 reported), supplied as a single 10-round magazine.
- The stock is a black synthetic/composite fixed scout-style stock for durable, weather-resistant use.
- The trigger is a two-stage design, intended to provide a consistent, service-style pull.
- Sights consist of a National Match front blade and a military aperture rear that is adjustable for windage and elevation.
- Action type is semi-automatic, consistent with the M1A platform.
- Barrel finish/material is listed as carbon steel with a blued/black finish on metal components.
- Rate of twist is listed as 1:11 (one turn in 11 inches).
- Overall finish/color is listed as black (black parkerized/blued metal with black synthetic stock).
The M1A Scout Squad balances the M1A’s proven reliability with scout-style ergonomics and a forward scope-mount option for optics with extended eye relief. Its compact 18″ barrel and synthetic stock make it practical for field movement and fast target acquisition, while the two-stage trigger and aperture sights support accurate, controlled shots. Designed in a New York-compliant configuration, this Scout Squad provides a familiar M1A platform in a ready-to-use, compact format.
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