The popularity of the precision bolt-action rifle presses on at full-speed in 2025, and the lever-action revolution is picking up as well. AR-15s are still a thing, though, and new calibers means new rifles aplenty.
RIFLES
Arsenal Inc. | SAM7SF-54
With a milled and forged receiver and an integral, side-mounted rail system for optics mounting, this AK variant promises enhanced reliability and accuracy. The right-side-folding, aluminum stock is skeletonized to shave weight, and the AK-74-style muzzle brake is removable.
Skeletonized folding stockAmbidextrous safetyRemovable one-piece muzzle brakeEnhanced trigger group
Specifications
Caliber: 7.62×39 mm
Magazine Capacity: 30 rounds
Barrel Length: 16.3 inches
Overall Length: 38.12 inches
Weight: 8 pounds
MSRP: $1,999.99
(702) 643-2220 arsenalinc.com
Auto-Ordnance | Thompson TAO50
A patent-pending roller-bearing bolt and muzzle brake smooth the action and tame the recoil of the mighty .50 BMG chambering in this semi-automatic platform.
Magpul MOE+ gripMagpul PRS Gen3 stockTimney AR-style triggerAccu-Tac bipod
Specifications
Caliber: .50 BMG
Magazine Capacity: 10 rounds
Barrel Length: 29 inches
Overall Length: 61 inches
Weight: 25 pounds, 8 ounces
MSRP: $8,699
(508) 795-3919 auto-ordnance.com
Bergara | BMR-X Carbon
Combining a match chamber for accuracy and an 18-inch carbon-fiber barrel for lighter weight, the BMR-X Carbon is built for performance in the field and on the range.
Adjustable for length-of-pullIncludes a Bergara Performance TriggerOptional 10-round magazineAlso available in .17 HMR and .22 WMR
Specifications
Caliber: .22 LR
Magazine Capacity: 5 rounds
Barrel Length: 18 inches
Overall Length: 38 inches
Weight: 5 pounds, 11 ounces
MSRP: $819
(877) 892-7544 bergara.online
Browning | X-Bolt 2 All Purpose
Compact, maneuverable and hyper-accurate, this ranch-style rifle sports a newly designed, slimline magazine that adds a round of capacity. Rubber overmolding provides a firm grip, while the adjustable trigger promises zero creep. (Scope not included.)
Vari-Tech adjustable stockExtended bolt handleFluted boltThreaded, heavy barrel
Specifications
Caliber: 6.5 Creedmoor
Magazine Capacity: 6 rounds
Barrel Length: 16.5 inches
Overall Length: 36.5 inches
Weight: 7 pounds, 3 ounces
MSRP: $1,179.99
(800) 333-3288 browning.com
Bushmaster | BA50
This re-engineered .50 BMG semi-auto rifle sports a redesigned bolt that promises improved extraction and smooth feeding. It also offers familiar, AR-style controls and takedown to minimize the learning curve. (Scope not included.)
Ergo Tactical Super Ambi gripMagpul PRS Gen3 stockGG&G LCB-3 heavy-duty tactical bipodThree-port muzzle brake
Specifications
Caliber: .50 BMG
Magazine Capacity: 10 rounds
Barrel Length: 29 inches
Overall Length: 56.75 inches
Weight: 29 pounds, 8 ounces
MSRP: $6,878.95
(800) 883-6229 bushmaster.com
Bushmaster | V-Radicator
Built for the long-range game, the V-Radicator has a threaded barrel with a versatile 1:8-inch RH twist along with an MOE grip from Magpul and an M-Lok-compatible, full-length fore-end.
Magpul PR Carbine stockFluted 416R stainless steel barrelFull-length Picatinny top railBravo Zulu M-Lok Handguard
Specifications
Chambering: 223 Wylde
Magazine Capacity: 10 rounds
Barrel Length: 18 inches
Overall Length: 33.4 to 36.5 inches
Weight: 7 pounds, 9 ounces
MSRP: $1,102.95
(800) 883-6229 bushmaster.com
Caracal USA | CSR 338 Precision Bolt-Action Rifle
Built for both law enforcement and defense, the CSR 338 is a long-range tactical rifle that shoots .5 MOA with commercial, match-grade ammunition. Its numerous adjustments assure end-user fit, and the stock folds to simplify transport.
Three-port brakeIntegral monopod32CrMov barrelKeyMod attachment system
Specifications
Caliber: .338 Lapua Mag.
Magazine Capacity: 10 rounds
Barrel Length: 27 inches
Overall Length: 48 inches
Weight: 13 pounds, 14 ounces
MSRP: $6,700
(208) 323-8727 caracalusa.com
Century Arms | ASR
Chambered for the ultra-long-range-capable .338 Lapua Mag., the ASR also ships with a .308 Win. conversion kit that’s relatively simple to swap, making it possible to practice with the platform using far less-expensive ammunition.
One-piece aluminum receiver20-MOA-canted optics railAdjustable, folding buttstock with monopodAICS-pattern magazine
Specifications
Caliber: .338 Lapua Mag.
Magazine Capacity: 10 rounds
Barrel Length: 27 inches
Overall Length: 36.7 to 39.7 inches
Weight: 14 pounds, 4 ounces
MSRP: $3,199.99
(561) 908-7993 centuryarms.com
Christensen Arms | Evoke Precision
Sitting at the top of the new Evoke line, Christensen Arms’ Evoke Precision incorporates all of Evoke’s innovations to deliver on the company’s sub-MOA guarantee. The suppressor-ready barrel is made from 416R stainless steel in a #4 contour. The Evoke Precision is offered in a total of six different chamberings.
Adjustable FFT carbon-fiber cheek riserPremium RFR muzzle brakeProprietary precision actionAdjustable TriggerTech trigger
Specifications
Caliber: .308 Win.
Magazine Capacity: 4 rounds
Barrel Length: 20 inches
Overall Length: 43 inches
Weight: 8 pounds, 6 ounces
MSRP: $1,048.99
(888) 517-8855 christensenarms.com
CMMG | Dissent Br47
The Br47 blends features from AR-pattern guns with those of AK patterns. Because the Br47 is a bufferless design, it is easier to incorporate different stock shapes or even folding stocks.
Adjustable gas blockMagpul SGA stockOptional five-round magazineM-Lok handguard
Specifications
Caliber: 7.62×39 mm
Magazine Capacity: 10 rounds
Barrel Length: 16.1 inches
Overall Length: 37.8 inches
Weight: 7 pounds, 14 ounces
MSRP: $1,999.95
(660) 248-2293 cmmg.com
CMMG | Resolute Mk4
This stalwart of CMMG’s line is now available in the new 338 ARC chambering, which combines the AR-15’s versatility with the stopping power of a larger caliber. It promises to transition between sub- and supersonic performance with more energy on target and less gas-system tuning.
CMMG Zeroed muzzle brakeCMMG RipStockCMMG Zeroed pistol gripCerakote finish
Specifications
Caliber: 338 ARC
Magazine Capacity: 10 rounds
Barrel Length: 16.1 inches
Overall Length: 37.3 inches
Weight: 6 pounds, 3 ounces
MSRP: $1,549.95
(660) 248-2293 cmmg.com
CZ-USA | Scorpion 3+ Magpul Edition
CZ-USA’s Scorpion carbine has no shortage of fans, nor does Magpul, with its components and accessories. Now, CZ-USA has teamed with Magpul to offer the Scorpion 3+ Magpul Edition, utilizing Magpul furniture for enhanced ergonomics.
Magpul PMag EV9 35-round magazineFolding stockMagpul Adjustable MBUSAmbidextrous bolt release
Specifications
Caliber: 9 mm
Magazine Capacity: 35 rounds
Barrel Length: 16 inches
Overall Length: 34 inches
Weight: 6 pounds,14 ounces
MSRP: $1,499
(800) 955-4486 cz-usa.com
Diamondback | DB15 Knight’s Armament
Diamondback pairs its solid DB-15 line of AR-15-style rifles with a Knight’s Armament barrel blank, resulting in a mid-tier-priced rifle that comes with a selection of high-end components.
Magpul flip-up sightsMagpul CTR stockMagpul MOE K2 gripKnight’s cold-hammer-forged barrel
Specifications
Caliber: 5.56 NATO
Magazine Capacity: 30 rounds
Barrel Length: 16 inches
Overall Length: 32 to 35.5 inches
Weight: 6 pounds, 8 ounces
MSRP: $1,547
(321) 305-5995 diamondbackamerica.com
Fightlite | Herring Model 2024
A lever-action rifle that uses a rotating bolt like an AR-pattern firearm, the Model 2024 uses STANAG magazines for fast and easy reloads. In addition to black, it is available in olive drab or FDE, and is also chambered in .300 BLK.
Full-length top railLarge-loop leverThreaded barrelM-Lok fore-end
Specifications
Chambering: .223 Wylde
Magazine Capacity: 10 rounds
Barrel Length: 16.2 inches
Overall Length: 37.7 inches
Weight: 5 pounds, 11 ounces
MSRP: $1,699.99
(321) 242-8410 fightlite.com
Franklin Armory | F22 Rifle
The F22 incorporates the company’s binary trigger, which is actuated on both the pull and the release, providing an impressive rate of fire in an affordable chambering.
Threaded, freefloat, fluted heavy barrelKnurled charging handleExtended magazine releaseHogue Overmolded stock
Specifications
Caliber: .22 LR
Magazine Capacity: 10 rounds
Barrel Length: 16 inches
Overall Length: 34.4 inches
Weight: 5 pounds, 9 ounces
MSRP: $809.99
(775) 783-4313 franklinarmory.com
Heckler & Koch | MR556 A4
An upgrading of the commercial version of H&K’s 416 rifle, the MR556 A4 has a slimmer profile, but all the H&K virtues, like reliability, ergonomics and accuracy. Its gas-piston operating system doesn’t blow hot carbon into the action, reducing cleaning and extending service life. A 7.62 NATO variant is available as the MR762 A4.
Fully ambidextrous controlsAdjustable gas regulatorPicatinny railAdjustable stock
Specifications
Caliber: 5.56 NATO
Magazine Capacity: 30 rounds
Barrel Length: 16.5 inches
Overall Length: 33.25 to 36.5 inches
Weight: 7 pounds, 14 ounces
MSRP: $3,999
(706) 568-1906 hk-usa.com
Henry | Lever Action Supreme
Henry’s years of expertise with the lever-action is poured into this new gun, which has all the classic features of a Henry and uses standard AR-pattern magazines. It’s also available in .300 BLK.
Rubber buttpadAmerican walnut stockThreaded barrelOversize-lever loop
Specifications
Caliber: 5.56 NATO
Magazine Capacity: 10 rounds
Barrel Length: 18 inches
Overall Length: 38.15 inches
Weight: 6 pounds, 10 ounces
MSRP: $1,299
(866) 200-2354 henryusa.com
LWRCI | IC-MARKII
Available in standard rifle-, pistol- and NFA/SBR- length barrel configurations, the IC-MARKII features a patented short-stroke gas-piston system and a paddle-style, adjustable gas block.
Magpul PMagNickel-Boron-coated bolt carrierM-Lok handguardsLWRCI Skirmish BUIS
Specifications
Caliber: 5.56 NATO
Magazine Capacity: 30 rounds
Barrel Length: 16 inches
Overall Length: 32.1 to 35.4 inches
Weight: 7 pounds
MSRP: $2,865
(410) 901-1348 lwrci.com
Palmetto State Armory | Jakl-10
The Jakl-10 is compatible with AR-15 triggers, safeties and pistol grips and uses a long-stroke-piston action. The design permits the inclusion of a side-folding stock and a Magpul MIAD grip comes standard.
PSA Enhanced Polished triggerMonolithic rifle-length upper receiverFully captured buffer systemEight-position gas block
Specifications
Caliber: .308 Win.
Magazine Capacity: 20 rounds
Barrel Length: 14.5 inches
Overall Length: 33.25 inches
Weight: 9 pounds
MSRP: $1,499
(877) 560-7229 palmettostatearmory.com
POF-USA | LMR Base Gun
Offering buyers an entry-level rifle with many of the company’s virtues, POF-USA’s LMR (Light Modular Rifle) is based on its small-frame .308 Win. design. The LMR is direct-gas-impingement-operated and has a mid-length gas system beneath a freefloat handguard. It’s available in 5.56 NATO as the P-15 Base.
Anti-tilt buffer tubeE2 dual-extraction chamberA2-style pistol gripMFT Minimalist buttstock
Specifications
Caliber: 7.62 NATO
Magazine Capacity: 20 rounds
Barrel Length: 16.5 inches
Overall Length: 34 to 37 inches
Weight: 6 pounds, 2 ounces
MSRP: $1,359
(623) 561-9572 pof-usa.com
Primary Weapons Systems | MK118 MOD 2
Designed for long-range precision, the MK118 MOD 2 chambered in 6 mm ARC offers flat trajectories, reduced recoil and exceptional energy retention. Its long-stroke gas piston enhances reliability while an adjustable gas block can be fine-tuned for optimal and suppressed use.
PicLok handguardPWS FRC 2-Port compensatorRadian Raptor ambidextrous charging handlePrecision-engineered ambidextrous receiver
Specifications
Caliber: 6 mm ARC
Magazine Capacity: 15 rounds
Barrel Length: 18 inches
Overall Length: 33.3 to 36.8 inches
Weight: 6 pounds, 12.8 ounces
MSRP: $2,099.95
(208) 344-5217 primaryweapons.com
PTR Industries | PTR 63
Part AR and part H&K, the PTR 63 rifle integrates an iconic roller-delayed-blowback gas system for smooth operation under myriad conditions. Other portions of the rifle are compatible with “America’s Rifle,” making furniture and magazine options plentiful.
Adjustable turret sightExtended charging handleAR-compatible grip and mag wellAnodized aluminum M-Lok handguard
Specifications
Caliber: 5.56 NATO
Magazine Capacity: 20 rounds
Barrel Length: 16.5 inches
Overall Length: 38.5 inches
Weight: 8 pounds, 8 ounces
MSRP: $1,799
(843) 358-2222 ptr-us.com
Ruger | Custom Shop 10/22 Carbon Fiber
Turn your plinking game up to 11. In addition to sporting a Grey Birch chassis that is adjustable for comb height and length-of-pull and is foldable, it also has a tensioned barrel with a carbon-fiber sleeve, and a nitrided match bolt.
BX-Trigger30-MOA-canted railThreaded barrel10-inch fore-end with M-Lok slots and Arca rail
Specifications
Caliber: .22 LR
Magazine Capacity: 10 rounds
Barrel Length: 16.1 inches
Overall Length: 37 inches
Weight: 4 pounds, 3.2 ounces
MSRP: $1,129
(336) 949-5200 ruger.com
Ruger | LC Carbine
The LC Carbine just received a boost—a terminal-performance boost—provided by its new 10 mm chambering. The same practical features abound like an adjustable, folding stock, threaded barrel and compatibility with Glock-pattern magazines.
Ambidextrous bolt release30-round magazineReversible magazine releaseAmbidextrous 1911-style safety
Specifications
Caliber: 10 mm
Magazine Capacity: 30 rounds
Barrel Length: 16.3 inches
Overall Length: 30.6 to 32.6 inches
Weight: 7 pounds, 6.4 ounces
MSRP: $1,049
(336) 949-5200 ruger.com
Ruger | Custom Shop Precision
Since its introduction in 2015, the Ruger Precision Rifle has been a solid option for those in the PRS community. In addition to new-and-improved design based on years of feedback from consumers, it is now available in multiple chamberings.
Heavy-contour barrel20-MOA Picatinny railInterchangeably with AICS and M110/SR-25/DPMS/Magpul-style magazinesThree-lug bolt with 70-degree throw
Specifications
Caliber: 6.5 Creedmoor
Magazine Capacity: 10 rounds
Barrel Length: 24 inches
Overall Length: 47.25 inches
Weight: 12 pounds, 8 ounces
MSRP: $2,149
(336) 949-5200 ruger.com
Savage | Revel DLX
Possessing simple takedown for easy stowage, this lever-action rimfire rifle will quickly become your go-to backpack rifle whether camping, hiking, boating or hitting the range.
Threaded muzzleStippled walnut stockOversize-lever loopRubber buttpad
Specifications
Caliber: .22 LR
Magazine Capacity: 12 rounds
Barrel Length: 18 inches
Overall Length: 36.5 inches
Weight: 6 pounds, 1.6 ounces
MSRP: $539
(800) 370-0708 savagearms.com
Smith & Wesson | Model 1854 Stealth Hunter
Smith & Wesson adds a .357 Mag. chambering to its lever-action rifle line, allowing folks who prefer wheelguns in that caliber to have a matching carbine.
M-Lok fore-endOversize-lever loop5/8×24 tpi threaded barrelXS Sights ghost-ring rear sight
Specifications
Caliber: .357 Mag.
Magazine Capacity: 8 rounds
Barrel Length: 16.3 inches
Overall Length: 33.3 inches
Weight: 6 pounds, 8 ounces
MSRP: $1,399
(800) 331-0852 smith-wesson.com
Taylor’s & Company | TC73 9 mm Lever Action Rifle
The legendary 1873 rifle has been brought to life with modern materials, technology and quality standards. From premium steel to one-at-a-time quenching of the receivers for best case coloring, the TC73 is a fine-quality lever-action with a difference: It is chambered for the popular and readily available 9 mm cartridge.
Semi-buckhorn rear sightRubber buttpadThreaded barrelColor-case-hardened receiver
Specifications
Caliber: 9 mm
Magazine Capacity: 10 rounds
Barrel Length: 18 inches
Overall Length: 37.5 inches
Weight: 7 pounds, 13 ounces
MSRP: $1,999
(540) 722-2017 taylorsfirearms.com
Tikka | T1x Ace Target
With a stock that is compatible with centerfire bolt-action guns from Tikka, the T1x Ace Target is a hyper-adjustable rimfire precision platform. It’s also offered in .17 HMR.
45-degree bolt-opening angleFreefloat, cold-hammer-forged barrelFully adjustable stockPicatinny, M-Lok and Arca-Swiss RRS rails
Specifications
Caliber: .22 LR
Magazine Capacity: 10 rounds
Barrel Length: 20 inches
Overall Length: 43.7 inches
Weight: 8 pounds, 3 ounces
MSRP: $1,649
(800) 545-9567 sako.global
Tikka | T3x Ace Target
User-friendly gets a new definition with this new hyper-adjustable and ergonomic rifle from Finnish gunmaker, Tikka. Every shooter interface with the rifle is adjustable, making it possible for any shooter to get a perfect fit. Oodles of M-Lok slots along the long fore-end allow mounting a wide variety of accessories to further customize this rifle.
Adjustable, skeletonized stockAdjustable, AR-pattern pistol gripTwo-stage, adjustable trigger20-MOA-canted optics rail
Specifications
Caliber: 6.5 Creedmoor
Magazine Capacity: 10 rounds
Barrel Length: 24 inches
Overall Length: 47.4 inches
Weight: 10 pounds, 10 ounces
MSRP: $1,999
(800) 545-9567 sako.global
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