The Springfield Armory M1A Scout Squad is a semi-automatic rifle chambered in .308 Winchester (7.62x51mm NATO) built with traditional walnut furniture and a forward-position scout scope mount. Designed for quick sight acquisition and versatile optics use, it is well suited to range work, precision shooting, and scouting-style field applications. This New York–compliant configuration features an 18-inch non-threaded carbon steel barrel and ships with a 10-round magazine to meet local restrictions.
Key Specifications
- The rifle is chambered in .308 Winchester (7.62x51mm NATO).
- The barrel measures 18 inches and is carbon steel with a non-threaded muzzle.
- The magazine configuration is 10 + 1 rounds, with one 10-round Parkerized steel magazine included.
- The weight with an empty magazine is approximately 9.30 lbs.
- The barrel twist rate is 1:11 (right-hand, 6-groove).
- Sights consist of a National Match front blade and a military aperture rear adjustable for windage and elevation.
- The stock is finished in walnut and incorporates a forward-position scout scope mount for extended eye-relief optics.
- The action is semi-automatic and the rifle features a two-stage military trigger and an ambidextrous safety.
With its scout-style mounting, National Match front sight, and walnut furniture, the M1A Scout Squad provides a balance of handling and long-range capability for informed shooters who value traditional ergonomics and fast sighting. The non-threaded barrel and NY-compliant configuration reflect jurisdictional requirements for muzzle devices. The included 10-round magazine aligns with capacity limits in Hawaii, California, Connecticut, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Vermont, Washington, and Colorado.





