How accurate is the M1A Socom 16?

Todd ran a broad selection of ammo through the SOCOM 16 during testing. Accuracy was good, with the gun averaging roughly 2 MOA at 100 yards with all loads using the non-magnified MRO. I found that the 16.25″ barrel sacrificed roughly 150 fps against a 22” barrel of a standard M1A.

What caliber is the M1A Socom 16?

308
308 Rifle. The M1A™ SOCOM 16 7.62 was designed in 2004 to pack . 30-caliber horsepower into a package typically reserved for much lesser guns.

Is the M1A a good sniper rifle?

It is accurate, offers fast follow-up shots, it is extremely reliable, and it takes optics relatively easily. The M1A Standard from Springfield is a reproduction of that classic M14 rifle retrofitted for civilian use. The Standard comes chambered . 308 Win. or 7.62 NATO.

Is the M1A a good rifle?

The M1A is often looked at as a long range rifle, but it also makes a good scout rifle and, in fact, Springfield actually makes a Scout Squad model specifically for this purpose. Shooting the M1A with a Leuplold Scout Scope Using it as a scout rifle necessitates different things from a scope, though.

Is the M1A considered an assault rifle?

The M1A is a semi-auto rifle, hence labeled “assault rifle”. The Remington 700 is a bolt action rifle…therefore NOT labeled a “assault rifle”. Both are dangerous weapons in a trained marksman possession.

How reliable is the M1A?

The M1A is a durable and reliable rifle, often used for hunting and competitions. The M1A is quite accurate, but you still need to make some upgrades to enhance its accuracy. The very basic ones include upgrading the stock, glass bedding, unitizing gas system, and shimming. Plus, you should also use the right ammunition to attain high accuracy.

Are Springfield Armory’s M1A made in the US?

Springfield Armory Inc. engineers, manufactures and assembles their legendary M1A™, 1911, 911 and SAINT® AR-15 lines of firearms in Geneseo, Illinois .