While the AR-pattern design, in both AR-15 and AR-10 guises, continues to be the most popular and prolific semi-automatic rifle platform in America, don’t think that means that there aren’t other great, new options emerging on the market. For 2026, we saw a few new semi-automatic platforms, with some based on legacy designs like the AK, while other manufacturers brought new concepts to consumers.
Check out the latest and greatest in semi-automatics with the six new models listed below:
Arsenal Inc. | SAM7SF-56
Featuring an anodized-aluminum right-side folding stock with an ergonomic cheek rest, this AK-pattern rifle includes four non-rotating QD ports for easy sling mounting and use. It is available in FDE, OD green, gray and plum finishes.
▶ Enhanced trigger group
▶ Ambidextrous safety
▶ Removable AK-140S AK-74-type muzzle brake
▶ Hammer-forged receiver, bolt and bolt carrier
Specifications
Caliber: 7.62×39 mm
Magazine Capacity: 30 rounds
Barrel Length: 16.3 inches
Overall Length: 38.1 inches
Weight: 8 pounds
MSRP: $1,999
(702) 643-2220 arsenalinc.com
Browning | BAR MK 4 DBM Speed
The legendary, gas-piston-operated, semi-automatic BAR gets the Browning Speed treatment with a new detachable-box magazine, a composite, camo stock, overmolded gripping surfaces and a raised, SoftFlex cheek pad.
▶ Smoked bronze Cerakote finish
▶ Fluted barrel
▶ Inflex recoil pad
▶ Browning Ovix camouflage stock
Specifications
Caliber: .308 Win.
Magazine Capacity: 10 rounds
Barrel Length: 22 inches
Overall Length: 44.1 inches
Weight: 7 pounds, 13 ounces
MSRP: $1,999
(800) 333-3288 browning.com
FM Products | Ranch Rifle ISU-556 G2
A one-piece barrel with integrated suppressor means the Ranch Rifle only needs one $0 tax stamp, and it is compatible with folding-stock options due to its bufferless operating system.
▶ Monolithic billet upper receiver
▶ Accepts standard magazines
▶ 17-4 stainless steel baffles
▶ Optic and iron sights not included
Specifications
Caliber: 5.56 NATO
Magazine Capacity: 30 rounds
Barrel Length: 16.2 inches
Overall Length: 39 inches
Weight: 6 pounds, 12 ounces
MSRP: $1,499
(208) 908-9572 fm-products.com
FN America | SCAR 17S
The coveted SCAR family gets a facelift with more than 25 upgrades for the commercial market. Suppressor compatible and tested to 16,000 rounds, the next-generation 17S offers reduced felt recoil and faster follow-up shots thanks to a hydraulically buffered, two-piece bolt carrier.
▶ Adjustable gas regulator
▶ Accepts AR-pattern grips
▶ Ambidextrous controls
▶ Hydraulically buffered, two-piece bolt carrier
Specifications
Caliber: 7.62 NATO
Magazine Capacity: 20 rounds
Barrel Length: 16.25 inches
Overall Length: 36 to 38.5 inches
Weight: 8 pounds, 13 ounces
MSRP: $3,999
(703) 288-3500 fnamerica.com
Ruger | 10/22 Standard Model
Ruger’s standard 10/22 has been enhanced with a match bolt release, a BX-Trigger that has a crisp 2.5- to 3-pound trigger pull, a lightweight black polymer stock featuring M-Lok slots and a rear receiver cleaning port, making it easier to access the barrel for cleaning.
▶ Crossbolt manual safety
▶ M-Lok accessory attachment slots
▶ Gold-bead front sight
▶ Threaded muzzle
Specifications
Caliber: .22 LR
Magazine Capacity: 10 rounds
Barrel Length: 16.4 inches
Overall Length: 34.5 inches
Weight: 4 pounds
MSRP: $349
(336) 949-5200 ruger.com
Smith & Wesson | M&P FPC 5.7
The folding carbine line expands to include a 5.7×28 mm option that shares magazines—and grip geometry—with the M&P5.7. This latest chambering joins a growing list available in the FPC family, from .22 LR to 10 mm.
▶ Magazine storage in stock
▶ Reversible magazine catch
▶ Crossbolt safety
▶ Threaded barrel with thread protector
Specifications
Caliber: 5.7×28 mm
Magazine Capacity: 22 rounds
Barrel Length: 16.3 inches
Overall Length: 16.4 to 30.4 inches
Weight: 4 pounds, 1.2 ounces
MSRP: $719
(800) 331-0852 smith-wesson.com
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