Springfield Armory M1A Scout Squad Semi-Auto Rifle .308 NATO 18-Inch, Tan Synthetic Stock, 10+1
This Springfield Armory M1A Scout Squad is a .308 NATO semi-auto rifle built around the M1A platform with a scout-style forward-mounted Picatinny rail. It features iron sights with a protected front post and an adjustable receiver-mounted aperture rear sight. The rifle is finished in a matte dark color and wears a tan synthetic/composite stock with molded checkering panels and a rubber buttpad.
Condition
Overall Condition: Excellent condition, showing only faint signs of any prior use or handling.
Specific Condition Notes: The rifle shows light signs of wear from handling.
Bore Condition: Excellent - Clean, mirror finish, no signs of wear.
Bore Rifling: Excellent Rifling - Sharp lands and grooves.
What’s Included
- 1x 10-round magazine
- Springfield Armory soft rifle case/bag marked "SPRINGFIELD ARMORY USA"
The Scout Squad configuration includes an 18-inch barrel and a forward-mounted Picatinny rail, giving this M1A a practical setup while retaining the platform’s traditional iron sight system. The rear sight is a receiver-mounted aperture (peep) with windage and elevation knobs, paired with a protected post/blade front sight.
This example is marked on the receiver heel "US RIFLE M1A / SPRINGFIELD ARMORY" with serial number 423875. Additional markings include 7790186-SA and F00347, and the barrel is marked ".308."
The tan synthetic/composite stock features molded checkering panels and a rubber buttpad, with a length of pull listed at 13.5. The buttpad includes the Springfield Armory crossed-cannon emblem.
A ported cylindrical muzzle brake is installed, and the rifle has front and rear sling loop/swivel hardware present. The rifle is a gas-operated, piston-driven semi-auto and is rated for a 10+1 capacity with the included 10-round magazine.




