Springfield Armor SOCOM 16The shortened version of the M1A, the SOCOM 16 features a 16″ barrel

Springfield Armor SOCOM 16

The shortened version of the M1A, the SOCOM 16 features a 16″ barrel with a distinct muzzle brake and front sight. All aftermarket stocks designed for the full size M1A will work with the SOCOM 16, with this example wearing the VLTOR Improved Modstock System. Several companies offer similar stock systems or chassis kits to help modernize the ergonomics of the aging platform. Ironically it often means incorporating AR-15 stocks and pistol grips; parts that are technically the further evolution of the rifle that replaced the M14 back in the Vietnam War, the M16. (GRH)