Semi Automatic Rifles
- Out Of StockSPIKE'S TACTICAL ST-15 5.56mm NATO M4 LE 16in No Mag FDE Rifle (STR5025-M4F)7075 T6 Construction16in. M4 Profile BarrelDelta Ring AssemblyA2 Front Sight Base PinnedMagpul MOE HandguardCarbine Gas TubePhosphate M16 Complete BCGA2 Flash HiderFDE Cerakote Upper/Lower ...$989.90
- Out Of StockVOLQUARTSEN Lightweight 17 HMR 17in 9rd Rifle with Hogue Stock (VCL-HMR-H).17 HMR caliberBlack Hogue stockSilver trigger groupStainless carbon fiber barrelStainless forward blow compStainless steel receiver with threaded in barrel2.25 lb trigger pullIntegral Picatinny ...$1,748.00
- Out Of StockKRISS DMK22C 22LR 16.5in TB 15rd FDE Semi-Auto Rifle (DM22-CFD00)10/22 barrel compatibilityLow profile flip sightsMIL-Spec buffer tubeFull metal constructionFree float modular hand guardAR-15 furniture compatibility The Kriss USA Defiance DMK22 AR-15 styled ...$729.83
- Out Of StockKRISS Vector 22 CRB 22LR 16in 10rd Camouflage Alpine MK3 Rail Semi-Auto Rifle (KV22-CMCALP10)Threaded barrel6 position adjustable stockLow profile flip sightsAluminum M-LOK handguardAmbidextrous safetyLast round bolt lock Constructed from precise engineering and KRISS legendary ...$784.54
- Out Of StockKRISS Vector 22 CRB 22LR 16in 10rd Camouflage Black MK3 Rail Semi-Auto Rifle (KV22-CMCBLK10)Threaded barrelAluminum M-LOK handguardLast round bolt lockAmbidextrous safety6 position adjustable stockLow profile flip sights The KRISS Vector 22 CRB is a dedicated semi-automatic rimfire ...$784.54
- Out Of StockIZHMASH Jubilee Series Gold Edition AK74 5.45x39mm 30rd Semi-Automatic Rifle (MTK90G-01)Highly collectible AK74 Gold Jubilee 5.45x39mm rifleOnly 100 rifles are finished to Gold Edition standardsAll metal surfaces are coated with an eye catching glossy black finishEngravings are ...34% offClearance$19,899.00$29,999.00★★★★★1 review(s)
- Out Of StockCMMG Resolute MkGs 9mm 16.1in 33rd Armor Black Semi-Automatic Rifle (99AE6C9-AB)16.1in BarrelBillet 6061 T6 Aluminum Upper ReceiverMKGS Forged 7075 T6 Upper ReceiverCMMG EML15 M-LOK HandguardMil-Spec Single Stage TriggerCMMG Zeroed 60/90 Degree Safety Following the success ...21% offClearance$1,429.00$1,799.00★★★★★1 review(s)
- Out Of StockPATRIOT ORDNANCE FACTORY Rogue Prescott, 6.5 Creedmoor Rifle (01737)Drop In Trigger SystemE2 Dual-Extraction TechnologyOversized Heat Sink Barrel NutKey-Lock Di Bolt Carrier GroupAnti-tilt buffer tubeMicro B Muzzle BrakeSingle Mount Q.D. Receiver End PlateRenegade ...$1,933.87
- Out Of StockPATRIOT ORDNANCE FACTORY Minuteman Rifle, 5.56, Mid-Length Lo Pro DI Gas Block (01754)Rear QD ambidextrous sling swivel plateAnti-tilt buffer tubeAmbidextrous Strike Eagle charging handleStraight 3.5lb match grade triggerDI bolt carrier group with our patented Roller Cam ...$1,592.16
- Out Of StockCZ Bren 2MS Carbine 5.56x45mm 16.5in 30rd Semi-Automatic Rifle (8610)16.5in barrelCarbon fiber-reinforced polymer frameAmbidextrous manual safetyFull Picatinny-style railStippled grips Based on the select-fire Bren 2, the CZ Bren 2MS Carbine Rifle operates via a ...$1,799.99
- Out Of StockSig Sauer MCX-SPEAR LT 5.56/.223 16in 30rd Coyote Rifle with Folding Stock (RMCX-556N-16B-LT)13" Lightweight Ergonomic HandguardSIG Flatblade Match TriggerFully Ambidextrous ControlsInterchangeable BarrelPush-Button Folding Stock with CheekrestSIG QD Suppressor-Ready Flash ...13% offClearance$2,599.99$2,999.99
- Out Of StockCMMG Resolute Mk17 9mm 16.1in 21rd Armor Black Semi-Automatic Rifle (92AE6FB-AB)16.1in BarrelBillet 6061 T6 Aluminum Upper ReceiverMK17 Forged 7075 T6 Lower ReceiverCMMG EML15 M-LOK HandguardMil-Spec Single Stage TriggerCMMG Zeroed 60/90 Degree Safety21-Round Magazine If the ...$1,622.00★★★★★1 review(s)
- Out Of StockIWI Tavor X95 .223 Rem/5.56 NATO 16.5in 30rd OD Green Semi-Automatic Rifle (XG16)16.5in chrome lined, cold hammer forged barrel5-6 lb. trigger pullForearm with Picatinny rails at the 3, 6, and 9 o'clock positionsReinforced polymer bullpup stock configurationOD Green ...$1,765.99
- Out Of StockAMERICAN TACTICAL IMPORTS OMNI Hybrid Maxx 300 Blackout 16in 30rd AR-15 Rifle with M-LOK Rail (ATIGOMX300ML15)Fully-patented metal reinforced polymer upper/lower receiver15-inch MLOK railPatented hammer and trigger pin retainment system6-position collapsible stockIncludes one 30-round magazine The ...16% off$411.90$489.99
- Out Of StockSIG SAUER M400 Tread Predator 5.56 NATO 16in 5rd Cerakote Rifle (RM400-16B-TRD-PRED2)Adjustable magpul PRS Lite stockCustom designed flat bottomed M-lok handguard for easy setup on a set of shooting sticks or a bipod2-Stage matchlite duo triggerCerakote elite jungle finish to ...10% offClearance$1,079.99$1,199.99
- Out Of StockHK MP5 22LR 16.1in 10rd Black Semi-Automatic Rifle (81000469)Retractable StockSingle-Stage TriggerAdjustable Rear Sight (Windage, Elevation)Faux Suppressor MuzzleSafety Selector Switch The MP5 submachine gun is easily the most famous of all HK gun designs. ...$549.00
- Out Of StockDANIEL DEFENSE DD5 V4 Hunter .260 Rem 18in 5rd Kryptek Semi-Automatic Rifle (02-158-00300-047)User-adjustable gas block for reliable suppressed shootingSuperfinished and DLC-coated bolt carrier group makes it easy to clean and operate in all conditionsBolt carrier is equipped with a buffer ...$2,933.00
- Out Of StockRUGER PC Carbine 9mm Luger 10rd 16.12in Threaded Barrel Matte Black Oxide Optics Ready Rifle (19134)Interchangeable magazine wellsDead blow action features a custom tungsten dead blow weight that shortens bolt travel and reduces felt recoil and muzzle rise1/2x28 Threaded BarrelReversible ...6% offClearance$682.99$729.00★★★★★1 review(s)
- Out Of StockSPRINGFIELD ARMORY Saint Victor 5.56x45mm NATO 16in 30rd OD Green/Black Rifle with HEX Dragonfly (STV916556GPP)Full-Length 15" M-Lok Free-Float HandguardMid-Length Gas SystemNickel Boron Coated Flat TriggerLow Profile Spring-Loaded Adjustable Flip-Up SightsOD Green Magpul GripsBlack Melonite BarrelOD ...5% off$1,049.00$1,099.00
- Out Of StockNOVESKE GEN 4 RECON 5.56 16in NORGON AMBI CATCH AR-15 Semi-auto Rifle (2000563)16" Recon BarrelQ Cherry Bomb Muzzle BrakeGen 4 Billet Receivers with Black Cerakote FinishNoveske-marked Super Badass charging handle, Norgon Ambi magazine releaseNoveske Ambi 60 degree STS ...17% offClearance$2,449.99$2,945.99
At our guns store, you’ll find a wide array of semi-automatic rifles, from traditional wood-stock hunting rifles to various modern sporting rifles, modern precision rifles, bullpup rifles, and more.
What is Semi-Automatic?
A semi-automatic rifle fires one bullet each time you pull the trigger and automatically reloads the next round. It's different from automatic rifles, which keep firing as long as you hold the trigger down. Traditional hunting rifles, on the other hand, usually require you to manually chamber each round.
What is a Semi-Auto Rifle Good for?
Semi-auto rifles are great for various activities. For hunting, rifles like the Ruger 10/22 are perfect because they're reliable and easy to use. These .22 semi auto rifles offer enough power for small game hunting while providing a lightweight, relatively quiet, and manageable firearm for all skill levels.
If you’re into tactical shooting, CQB, or need a rifle for home defense, AKs in 5.45x39 and ARs in calibers like 5.56/.223, .300 BLK, or 9mm (the latter are also called pistol caliber carbines), or any other modern sporting rifle are fantastic options. These rifles combine maneuverability with stopping power, making them the best picks for short-range engagements and home security.
Who Makes the Best Semi-Automatic Rifles?
When it comes to the best semi-auto rifles, several brands come to mind. Daniel Defense DD4, FN SCAR, SIG Sauer M400 and MPX, S&W M&P 15 Sport 3, Aero Precision M4E1, Colt M4, Springfield Saint, as well as American Tactical Imports affordable semi-automatic rifles - these are great if you’re looking for an AR-pattern gun. Ruger 10/22 is the best in the .22 semi-auto rifle category. Kalashnikov, CMMG, and Century Arms are the best in making AK-pattern semi-auto rifles.
Explore a variety of hunting, target shooting, and home defense semi-auto rifles in .22LR, 5.56/.223, .300BLK, 5.45, and more at GRITR Sports.
FAQs
What does semi-automatic mean?
A semi-automatic firearm fires one round per trigger pull and automatically chambers the next round.
What's the difference between semi-automatic and automatic?
Semi-automatic rifles fire one shot per trigger pull, while automatic rifles continue to fire as long as the trigger is held down.
Are semi-automatic rifles good for hunting?
Yes, semi-automatic rifles like the Ruger 10/22 are excellent for hunting due to their ease of use and reliability. However, when choosing a caliber and style of your hunting rifle, it's crucial to be aware of local regulations, as some areas have specific bans — for instance, certain states prohibit the use of AR-15s and .223/5.56 caliber rifles for hunting deer. Always check the laws in your state to ensure your firearm is compliant.
Which semi-auto rifles are best for home defense?
Tactical semi-auto rifles like AK-47s in 5.45x39 and AR-15s in 5.56/.223, .300 BLK, or 9mm are great choices for home defense.