SOCOM 16 M1A

The SOCOM 16 M1A was developed by the Company Springfield Armory; however it should be noted that this particular rifle was not made by the Government-commissioned company but a private one despite having the same name. First manufactured in 1974, this rifle was developed in response to the AK-47 and first saw combat during the Vietnam War. This model in particular was manufactured for the civilian market with several modifications built into it like a modified gas system to ensure operation and a new compensator to help soften the recoil.

In Resident Evil

The M1A was seen in the second film in the the hands of at least one umbrella soldier. The rifle in question can be seen with an M68 aimport scope. It's best seen during the battle on the City Hall rooftop when the movie's protagonists sneak up there to escape Raccoon City during the viral outbreak yet prior to the city's obliteration.