Springfield M1A Scout Squad | .308 Win | 18″ | AA9126NT

The Springfield Armory M1A Scout Squad (MFG# AA9126NT) is a New York-compliant variant of the Scout Squad chambered in .308 Win / 7.62×51 NATO with an 18″ carbon steel barrel and a fixed black synthetic stock. It ships with a single 10-round magazine and a forward scout-style rail for extended-eye-relief optics. The rifle retains a two-stage military-style trigger and an aperture rear sight adjustable for windage and elevation.

For an optic pairing under $1,000, consider the Vortex Viper PST Gen II 1-6×24, which balances close-quarters speed and low-power precision and works well with the Scout forward mount rail.

Common real-world applications include precision target shooting at intermediate ranges and hunting medium game where .30-caliber performance is desired.

Product Specifications

• The UPC is 706397906641.
• The manufacturer is Springfield Armory.
• The manufacturer’s part number is AA9126NT.
• The model is listed as the M1A Scout Squad.
• The action is Semi-Auto.
• The caliber is .308 WIN (7.62x51mm NATO).
• The barrel measures 18 inches.
• The barrel twist rate is 1:11.
• The barrel material is reported as carbon steel.
• The rear sight is a military .0690″ aperture adjustable for windage and elevation.
• The stock is a black synthetic fixed stock.
• The trigger is a two-stage military-style trigger.
• The capacity is listed as 10 + 1.
• Sources list the overall length as both 37″ and 40.33″, which is not consistent across records.
• Sources list both Muzzle Brake and Non-threaded / bare muzzle (NY compliant) descriptions; the muzzle information is not consistent across records.

The Scout Squad presents the M1A platform in a compact, scout‑style configuration that keeps the long‑range capability of a .30-caliber rifle while improving handling and sight acquisition. The forward scope rail accepts extended-eye-relief optics, the two-stage trigger provides predictable break, and the synthetic stock reduces weight and maintenance compared with wood. For shooters who want an M1A with quicker handling and the option to mount a scout optic, this configuration provides a straightforward, purpose-built package.

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