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Popular Rifle Models

The most popular factory rifles: what each is known for, common calibers, street price range, popularity, accuracy reputation, weight, trigger and magazine, and the main pros and cons. Tap a column header to sort.

	Known for	Common calibers					Trigger & mag	Pros & cons

How the ratings work

Popularity reflects 2026 sales reports (GunBroker, Guns.com and dealer rankings) plus how common the rifle is at ranges and in hunting camps.
Accuracy is the general owner and reviewer reputation for 3-shot groups at 100 yd (50 yd for rimfires) with ammo the rifle likes. 1 MOA is about 1" at 100 yd.
Guarantee is a factory accuracy promise where one exists.

Prices

Ranges are typical new street prices across a model's common versions, not MSRP. Special editions, magnum calibers and premium stocks cost more; sales and used rifles cost less. Check current prices before you buy.

Sources and limits

Popularity draws on GunBroker's 2026 top sellers (CVA Scout, Ruger 10/22, Ruger American), Guns.com's October 2026 report (Radical RF-15) and Field & Stream's 2026 best rifles (Tikka T3x Lite). Prices, specs and accuracy reputations are from my own knowledge, not looked up model by model.