Springfield Armory M1A SOCOM 16 “Tanker” .308 Win. Semi-Auto Rifle – Walnut Stock, Sadlak & SEI Upgrades, 16.25" Barrel
This Springfield Armory M1A SOCOM 16 Tanker combines the proven M14-pattern action with a compact 16.25" barrel and classic walnut furniture. Factory ghost-ring sights with an XS tritium front post give fast target acquisition, while premium upgrades—Sadlak Airborne steel scope mount, Sadlak fore-end rail, Smith Enterprise multi-prong flash suppressor, SEI gas plug, and a Harris-pattern bipod—expand its practical versatility. Five magazines (one 25-round and four 20-round) round out a ready-to-run .308 package.
Condition
Overall Condition: Good condition, showing some signs of prior use and handling. Scratches and blemishes are visible, and there is light rust and pitting in a few areas.
Bore Condition: Good – Clean, well-maintained, minor wear marks.
Rifling Condition: Good – Intact, well-defined lands and grooves.
What’s Included
- Springfield Armory M1A SOCOM 16 Tanker rifle with Smith Enterprise multi-prong flash suppressor and SEI gas plug installed
- Sadlak Industries “Airborne” steel side scope mount with integral top rail (installed)
- Sadlak accessory fore-end rail/bipod mount (installed)
- Harris QD bipod
- Adjustable Kydex cheek rest (detached)
- 1× 25-round steel magazine
- 4× 20-round steel magazines
The forged 8620 steel receiver houses Springfield’s short-stroke gas piston system, delivering reliable semi-automatic cycling while keeping gas and fouling out of the action.
A 16.25" SOCOM-length 4140 steel barrel with a 1:11 right-hand twist balances maneuverability with down-range performance. The Smith Enterprise multi-prong flash suppressor further tames muzzle signature.
Ergonomics blend old and new: a satin-oil walnut “Tanker” stock provides a classic feel, augmented by a detachable Kydex cheek riser for proper eye alignment when optics are mounted.
Dual rail positions offer flexible optic placement. The factory scout Picatinny rail sits forward of the action, while the Sadlak Airborne side mount adds a receiver-level top rail without altering the forged steel receiver.
Springfield’s two-stage National Match pattern trigger, enlarged ghost-ring rear sight, and tritium front post complete a sighting system designed for quick, precise shots in varied light conditions.