SOCOM II Rifle
| Origin |
 United States |
|---|---|
| Type | Battle Rifle |
| Production and Manufacturing | |
| Manufacturer | Springfield Armory, Inc. |
| Production Date | 2005 |
| Weapon Measurements | |
| Empty Weight | 10.5 lbs (4.76 kg) |
| Overall Length | 37.25 in. (94.6 cm) |
| Barrel Length | 16.25 in. (41.28 cm) |
| Operation | |
| Ammunition Type | 7.62×51mm NATO |
| Action | Gas-operated, rotating bolt, self-loading |
| Velocity | 762m/s (2500 ft/s) |
| Loading | Detachable box magazine |
| Sights |
XS Sights post with tritium inserts (front) Enlarged military aperture (ghost ring) adjustable for windage and elevation (rear) |
| Variations | |
| AA9627 | Black Composite Stock |
| AA9628 | Urban Camo Stock |
| AA9629 | Black, Extended Top Rail |
The SOCOM II (Special Operations Command) is a modified version of the Springfield Armory, Inc. M1A Rifle, and the sister model of the SOCOM 16.
Introduction
The SOCOM II was introduced in 2005 as a complement to the SOCOM-16, which was introduced just a year earlier in 2004. This version features Picatinny rails on the top, bottom, left, and right sides of the barrel, as well as a more textured stock.
Features
Due to the added Picatinny rails, the weapons weight has increased to 10.5 pounds from the SOCOM-16's 8.9 pounds. Because the rails add the weight in the front of the weapon, it becomes more muzzle heavy than the SOCOM 16, making it more difficult for some users to engage multiple targets quickly. The added muzzle brake reduces recoil. The added accessory rails allow for more attachments, including scopes, grips, lights, and lasers. In addition to the top rail for optics, the rifle has enclosed Garand-style iron sights, with tritium inserts for low or dim light conditions. The rifle features 5, 10, or 20 round magazines, but should accept any M14 magazine.