Semi Automatic Rifles
- Out Of StockCZ Scorpion 3+ Carbine 9mm 16.3in 20rd Semi-Automatic Rifle (91422)16.3in BarrelAdjustable Front and Rear SightsAmbidextrous Manual SafetyStippled Polymer GripsM-LOK Handguards First released to the US public in pistol form - the CZ Scorpion 3+ Carbine ...
$898.14 - Out Of StockRADICAL FIREARMS RF 5.56mm 16in 30rd Semi-Auto Rifle (FR16-5.56SOC-15MHR)16" 41V50 chrome moly vanadium steel SOCOM barrelChambered in 5.56 NATO with a 1:7 twist rateM16 cut bolt carrier group with Melonite finishBCG high pressure tested and magnetic particle ...41% offClearance
$379.90$644.47 - Out Of StockSPIKES TACTICAL 5.56 NATO M4 LE 16in Semi-Automatic Rifle (STR5025-M4S)16" M4 Profile Barrel1/7 Twist Rate1/2 x 28 Thread Pitch for MuzzleDouble Heat Shield M4 HandguardBlack Nitride Carbine Gas TubeForged Aluminum Charging HandleA2 Flash Hider7075 T6 Forged ...8% off
$877.50$949.50 - Out Of StockDANIEL DEFENSE DD5 V5 6.5mm Creedmoor 20in No Mag M-LOK Semi-Automatic Rifle (02-165-30063-067)Features an adjustable gas block for optimal gas regulationComes equipped with a 15in Picatinny top railPerfect for any shooter seeking a high-quality firearmUpper and lower receivers are CNC ...
$2,641.00 - Out Of StockDIAMONDBACK DB15 5.56 NATO 16in 30rd Semi-Auto AR Rifle (DB171AK192)Finish: Duo Tone FDE Furniture & OD Green CerakoteCaliber: 5.56 NATOBarrel: Diamondback Barrels 5.56, 16", Medium, 4150 CrMov, Black Nitride, 1:8 RHGas System: Mid-LengthBCG: Shot-Peened, ...
$847.00 - Out Of StockDIAMONDBACK DB15 5.56NATO 16in 30rd Semi-Auto AR Rifle (DB1780K281)Talo Exclusive16" 1:8 RH Twist Medium Profile 415 CRMOV Black Nitride BarrelCarbine Length Gas SystemForged 7075 T-6 Aluminum Upper and Lower Receivers15" M-LOK RailB5 Multicam Black ...
$670.80 - Out Of StockRADICAL FIREARMS AR-15 6.5 Grendel 20in 15rd Semi-Automatic Rifle (FR20-6.5-SS-MED-15RPR)20" 416R Stainless Steel Barrel5/8"-24 Threaded with Pepper Pot Muzzle BrakeRifle Length Gas SystemMedium Contour Barrel Profile.750" Low Profile Gas BlockForged 7075-T6 Aluminum ...
$891.99 - Out Of StockDANIEL DEFENSE DD5 V4 7.62 x 51mm/308 Win 18in No Mag Mil Spec+Brown Semi-Auto Rifle (02-158-15060-067)Dressed in a striking MilSpec+ Brown finishChambered in the versatile .308 Win (7.62x51mm) caliber18-inch barrel offers a blend of maneuverability and accuracyEquipped with premium Daniel Defense ...
$2,824.00 - Out Of StockDANIEL DEFENSE DDM4 V7 5.56mm NATO 16in 10rd Flat Dark Earth Semi-Automatic Rifle, CA Compliant (02-128-10290-055)LOWER RECEIVER: Mil-Spec with Enhanced Flared Magazine Well and Rear Receiver QD Swivel Attachment Point. CNC Machined of 7075-T6 Aluminum, Type III Hard Coat AnodizedUPPER RECEIVER: Mil-Spec with ...
$2,143.00 - Out Of StockDIAMONDBACK DB15 Sports South Exclusive 5.56 NATO 30rd 16in FDE Semi-Auto Rifle (DB175AK131)Carbine-length 4150 chrome moly barrelMid-length gas systemShot-peened Mil-Spec 8620 bolt carrier7075-T6 aluminum receivers15" M-LOK handguardMagpul gripMagpul carbine stockIncludes 30rd Gen ...
$810.00 - Out Of StockRUGER 5877 Mini-14 Ranch 5.56x45mm NATO 18.50in 5rd Semi-Auto Rifle (5877)18.5in BarrelSemi-AutomaticRear Sight: AdjustableFront Sight: Protected BladeStock: Hogue Ghillie Green The RUGER 5877 Mini-14 Ranch Rifle is a semi-automatic rifle.Simple, rugged, Garand-style ...Clearance
$899.00 - Out Of StockDANIEL DEFENSE DD4 RIIIS 223 Rem 11.5in 30rd FDE Semi-Auto Rifle (02-191-30095-047)Fully ambidextrous Mil-Spec lower with enhanced flared mag well and rear QD swivelCNC machined 7075-T6 aluminum receivers, Type III hard coat anodized16" cold hammer forged barrel, 1:7 twist, ...
$2,231.00 - Out Of StockKEL-TEC SU-16 CA Compliant 5.56x45mm NATO 16in 10rd Black/Green Semi-Auto Rifle (SU16CAGRN)Features an integrated bipod, Picatinny rail and AR-15/M-16 magazine compatibilityFront sight is integrated into the gas blockParkerized finished barrelDesigned to be in compliance with California ...
$687.17 - Out Of StockGEISSELE Super Duty MOD1 5.56 NATO 14.5in 30rd DDC Semi-Auto Rifle (08-396S)Cold Hammer Forged chrome-lined barrelNanoweapon-coated Reliability Enhanced BCGHigh-Pressure Tested and MPI Bolt and BarrelSuper 42 braided buffer spring for recoil reductionSuper Compact Gas ...13% off
$2,013.99$2,325.00 - Out Of StockSONS OF LIBERTY GUN WORKS Veil Solutions Tomahawk 223 Rem/5.56NATO 13.7in 3x30rd Tan AR Semi-Auto Rifle (VEILSOLUTIONSRIFLE-13-7)Stripes with VEIL Solutions Tomahawk engravedLiberty fighting triggerForward control design bolt releaseB5 systems Bravo stock and P23 grip13.7 Combat barrel (Mid-Length Gas) with pinned NOX9 ...
$2,108.99 - Out Of StockCMMG Dissent Br4 5.56x45mm 16.1in 10rd Armor Black Semi-Auto Rifle (55A830B-AB)14.5in 4140CM BarrelCompact Action-Direct Impingement Operating SystemDISSENT 7075 T6 Aluminum Upper ReceiverBr4 Billet 7075 T6 Aluminum Lower ReceiverZEROED Single Stage Br4 Specific ...
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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.