M1 Garand and Avus are quite correct. The US Speckled Horses are presently carrying SOPMod systems in the field, and are also carrying standard M4 carbines. Many SOPMod-like components, like rails and rail-mountable tactical light systems, can be purchased privately (some are sold in Iraq/Afghanistan in PX's). Also, standard, conventional units widely carry the M4 carbine. In fact, I was in Iraq for year (as a civilian) and saw primarily M4 systems being carried even by support troops in logistical support areas (like an Army forklift driver, stacking ammo for the Strykers - and carrying a special-operations modified shorty with laser sights, a 3-position collapsible stock, and a 4x Colt short-range scope. |