Semi Automatic Rifles
- 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 ...Clearance$19,899.00★★★★★1 review(s)
- Out Of StockAMERICAN TACTICAL Omni Hybrid Maxx Ria 5.56x45mm 16in 30rd Semi-Automatic Rifle (ATIGOMX556MTS)16in barrel13" MLOK ForendRogers Super Stock100% Made in the USA The AMERICAN TACTICAL Omni Hybrid Maxx Ria Semi-Automatic Rifle features 16-inch barrel, 13" MLOK forend, Rogers super stock ...$443.99
- 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 ...Clearance$1,429.00★★★★★1 review(s)
- Out Of StockIWI Tavor X95 .223 Rem/5.56 NATO 18.5in 10rd Semi-Automatic Rifle (XB18RS)18.5in 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 configurationBlack Finish ...$1,799.99
- 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 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 ...10% off$1,799.99$1,999.00
- Out Of StockFN AMERICA FN15 DMR3 5.56 NATO 18in 30rd FDE Semi-Automatic Rifle (36-100676)18-inch Hybrid profile barrelChrome-lined barrel with 1:8 twistBarrel made from FN's proprietary "machine gun barrel" steelMIL-SPEC forged aluminum receiver14.6in free float ...Clearance$2,209.00
- Out Of StockIWI US Tavor 7 .308 Win 16.5in 10rd Black Semi-Automatic Rifle (T7B1610)16.5in cold hammer forged barrelHigh-strength impact-modified polymer bodyM-LOK fore-endMIL-STD 1913 Picatinny railsShort stroke gas piston with a 4-position gas regulatorRotating bolt ...$2,024.99
- Out Of StockIWI US Tavor 7 .308 Win 16.5in 20rd OD Green Semi-Automatic Rifle (T7G16)16.5in Cold Hammer Forged Chrome Molybdenum Steel Barrel1:12" Twist RateReinforced Polymer Bullpup Configuration Stock4 Position Gas Regulator Operation SystemM-LOK ForeendMIL-STD 1913 ...$2,024.99
- Out Of StockIWI US Tavor 7 7.62 NATO 16.5in 10rd OD Green Rifle (T7G1610)Rear center of gravityBody made of reinforced polymerMetal parts treated for corrosion resistanceCold hammer forged chrome lined barrel and chamberTwo position 45 degree safetyBolt carrier stopMIL ...$2,024.99
- 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 ...$2,599.99
- 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 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% off$1,079.99$1,199.99
- Out Of StockMAGNUM RESEARCH Magnum Lite .22WMR 19in 9rd Semi-Automatic Rifle (MLR22WMH-GT)19in BarrelGas-Assisted Blowback OperationAluminum ReceiverFixed Hogue Overmolded Stock For an affordable shooting experience, try the Magnum Lite .22WMR graphite barrel teamed with a classic ...$819.99
- 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 ...$682.99★★★★★1 review(s)
- 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$2,945.00
- Out Of StockSIG SAUER MCX SPEAR 7.62x51 16in 20rd OR Semi-Auto Rifle (RSPEAR-762-16B)Civilian version of the U.S. Army's XM7 rifleNon-reciprocating side and rear charging handle for maximum flexibility in shooting position and optics capabilityFully ambidextrous controls ...$3,499.99
- Out Of StockWILSON COMBAT AR9 Carbine 9mm 16in 17rd Glock Receiver Semi-Auto Rifle (TR-AR9G-B91610)Billet Upper (Flat-Top) and Billet Lower ReceiverWilson Combat Match Grade Barrel5/8"x24 Threaded Muzzle with Q-CompWilson Combat M-LOK Rail (suitable for gas block coverage)Wilson Combat/BCM ...5% off$1,987.01$2,095.00
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.