Springfield Armory M1A 7.62x51 rifle
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Marksman rifle7.62x51mm NATOGunsmith
M1A — marksman rifle chambered for 7.62x51mm NATO. Ergonomics 28, recoil 214 vertical and 405 horizontal, 700 rounds per minute. Fire modes: single.
Stats without attachments
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | marksman rifle |
| Caliber | 7.62x51mm NATO |
| Ergonomics | 28 |
| Vertical / horizontal recoil | 214 / 405 |
| Rate of fire | 700 RPM |
| Fire modes | single |
| Effective range | 100 m |
| Weight without attachments | 1.426 kg |
| Mod slots | 5 |
| Flea Market price | 106,910 ₽ |
In-game description
M1A is a civilian version of the M14 rifle designed and manufactured by Springfield Armory, Inc. For the most part, it is identical to the M14. The most notable difference is the removal of the M14's fire selector switch, rendering the rifle permanently semi-automatic. The bayonet lug was also removed from the weapon.
Which ammo to take
Best by penetration out of 8 options in 7.62x51mm NATO caliber. The full list is on the caliber page.
| Ammo | Damage | Penetration | Armor damage | Velocity | Flea Market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 70 | 65 | 85 % | 930 m/s | — | |
| 73 | 60 | 79 % | 899 m/s | — | |
| 75 | 55 | 74 % | 838 m/s | — | |
| 80 | 43 | 67 % | 838 m/s | — | |
| 82 | 42 | 65 % | 838 m/s | — | |
| 83 | 37 | 56 % | 800 m/s | 507 ₽ |
Gunsmith: build requirements
The build is handed in to Mechanic in the quest menu. Any set of mods works as long as the final stats meet the requirements.
Gunsmith - Part 20
- Ergonomics ≥ 20
- Total recoil ≤ 400
- Durability ≥ 60%
- Magazine capacity ≥ 20 rds
- Weight ≤ 7.3 kg
- Required mods: M14 UltiMAK M8 Forward Optic mount, Nightforce ATACR 7-35x56 34mm riflescope, Aimpoint Micro T-1 reflex sight, Holosun LS321 Tactical device
Weapons on the radar
- The enemy marker is labeled with the weapon they are carrying. The same is shown in the threat list next to the distance and height.
- Weapons in loot are labeled with the price and colored by value tier — you can tell right away whether it is worth going for.
- Aimlines and the “aiming at you” alert: you can see who has you in their sights.
The radar map opens from a link in any browser: on a phone, tablet, laptop or second monitor. You can also share it with friends from your squad.

Questions and answers
What caliber is M1A?
Marksman rifle chambered for 7.62x51mm NATO: the game has 8 types of these rounds.
What is the best ammo for M1A?
By penetration — M993 (penetration 65, damage 70), by damage — Ultra Nosler (105). Against class 4 armor you need penetration of 40 or higher, class 5 — 50 or higher, class 6 — 60 or higher.
Which Gunsmith parts is it needed for?
«Gunsmith - Part 20» (Ergonomics ≥ 20, Total recoil ≤ 400).
How much does it cost?
About 106,910 ₽ on the Flea Market per the price snapshot; the trader base price is calculated from 30,264 ₽.
What are its base stats?
Ergonomics 28, vertical recoil 214 and horizontal recoil 405, 700 rounds per minute, fire modes: single. These are figures without attachments — mods change them.
Same caliber
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