The Radical Firearms SOCOM is a semi-automatic AR-15 pattern rifle chambered in 5.56 NATO with a 16-inch barrel and 30-round capacity. It has a flat top upper with an optics-ready cut and ships with a B5 Bravo stock. Finish is black throughout. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Radical Firearms 
• Model: SOCOM 
• Caliber: 5.56 NATO 
• Action: Semi Auto 
• Capacity: 30 rounds 
• Barrel Length: 16 inches 
• Stock: B5 Bravo 
• Finish: Black 
   

Detailed Features 

• 16-inch barrel in 5.56 NATO 
• Flat top upper receiver with optics-ready configuration 
• 30-round magazine included 
• B5 Bravo stock 
• Black finish on all components

Owners of the Radical Firearms SOCOM generally buy it as an entry-level AR-15 in 5.56 NATO and find the value proposition reasonable for the price point. The flat top and optics-ready setup mean most buyers immediately add an optic, and the platform accepts standard AR-15 accessories without issue.

The B5 Bravo stock is a consistent highlight in owner feedback, seen as a meaningful upgrade over generic mil-spec furniture. Function and reliability with standard 5.56 NATO ammunition draw mostly positive reports, though some owners note that the rifle benefits from a proper break-in with a few hundred rounds before settling into consistent performance.

The Radical Firearms brand sits at the value end of the AR market, and buyer expectations track accordingly. Those who treat it as a working rifle rather than a precision instrument tend to be satisfied; buyers expecting match-grade tolerances out of the box sometimes come away disappointed with trigger feel or fit and finish details.