20 New AR-Style Rifles for 2018

Black Rain Ordnance BRO .458 SOCOM Rifle
Chambered in the big-bore .458 SOCOM, this hard-hitting AR is loaded with premium components and can be easily configured for home defense or hunting.

Caliber: .458 SOCOM
Magazine Capacity: 10 rounds
Barrel Length: 16 inches
Overall Length: 34.5 inches
Weight: 8 pounds
MSRP: $1,399
(888) 836-2620 blackrainordnance.com

Brownells BRN-10A
Though some don’t realize it, the original chambering of the AR platform was 7.62 NATO back in the 1950s. It was only when ArmaLite’s “afterthought” 5.56 NATO-caliber rifle was embraced by foreign militaries that it went to the forefront.

Caliber: 7.62 NATO
Magazine Capacity: 20 rounds
Barrel Length: 20 inches
Overall Length: 42 inches
Weight: 8 pounds
MSRP: $1,699
(800) 741-0015 brownells.com

Brownells BRN-601
Designed to be a close copy of the rifle that so impressed Gen. Curtis LeMay, the BRN-601 has the green furniture of the USAF contract rifle. This was the early version of the ArmaLite rifle used in the Vietnam War.

Caliber: 5.56 NATO
Magazine Capacity: 20 rounds
Barrel Length: 20 inches
Overall Length: 40 inches
Weight: 6 pounds, 11 ounces
MSRP: $1,299
(800) 741-0015 brownells.com

Bushmaster 450 SD
It makes sense that Bushmaster would introduce a carbine chambered in the eponymous .450 Bushmaster. There’s also a rifle variant with a fixed stock, and both variants offer Hogue grips and a muzzle brake built to tame the big-bore round.

Caliber: .450 Bushmaster
Magazine Capacity: 5 rounds
Barrel Length: 16 inches
Overall Length: 36.63 inches
Weight: 6 pounds, 14 ounces
MSRP: $1,299
(844) 700-0870 bushmaster.com

CMMG Inc. Mk4 DTR2 224 Valkyrie
With the introduction of the 224 Valkyrie, CMMG set out to build the ideal rifle that could take full advantage of the long-range characteristics of this new round from Federal Premium.

Caliber: 224 Valkyrie
Magazine Capacity: 10 rounds
Barrel Length: 24 inches
Overall Length: 44.5 inches
Weight: 9.2 pounds
MSRP: $1,699
(660) 248-2203 cmmginc.com

Cobalt Kinetics BAMF XL Overwatch PRS
Offering a choice of four foundation and accent colors, a premium trigger and a host of other upgrades and top-shelf options, the BAMF XL Overwatch PRS rifle needs only a riflescope to get out in the field and make your mark at long range.

Caliber: 6.5 Creedmoor
Magazine Capacity: 10 rounds
Barrel Length: 24 inches
Overall Length: 46 inches
Weight: 12 pounds, 8 ounces
MSRP: $5,495
(435) 656-0599 cobaltkinetics.com

DoubleStar STAR10-BX
Also available in .260 Rem., the STAR10-BX offers a good example of the AR platform versatility without unwanted bulk. A Samsom 15-inch Evolution fore-end provides welcome adaptability, allowing you to add accessories as the situation dictates.

Caliber: 6 mm Creedmoor
Magazine Capacity: 20 rounds
Barrel Length: 22 inches
Overall Length: 45.5 inches
Weight: 10 pounds
MSRP: $2,549
(888) 736-7725 star15.com

DPMS MOE Warrior
More than a mere MilSpec M4 carbine, the MOE Warrior features some of the most popular aftermarket accessories, resulting in a factory-tricked-out AR at an attractive price. Best of all, the MOE SL handguard accepts M-Lok attachments.

Caliber: 5.56 NATO
Magazine Capacity: 30 rounds
Barrel Length: 16 inches
Overall Length: 33.75 to 37.5 inches
Weight: 7 pounds, 5 ounces
MSRP: $1,099
(800) 578-3767 dpmsinc.com

FN America FN 15 Tactical Carbine FDE P-Lok
Featuring a MilSpec lower receiver, a match-grade, freefloat, chrome-lined, cold hammer-forged barrel and a mid-length gas system, this carbine promises to be super reliable and accurate.

Caliber: 5.56 NATO
Magazine Capacity: 30 rounds
Barrel Length: 16 inches
Overall Length: 34 to 37.2 inches
Weight: 7 pounds, 3 ounces
MSRP: $1,499
(703) 288-3500 fnamerica.com

LWRCI IC-DI 224 Valkyrie
LWRCI’s SIX8 has long been the gold standard for 6.8 SPC ARs, so a new rifle chambered in the new 6.8 SPC-case-based 224 Valkyrie was a no-brainer. Loaded with performance-enhancing features, this rifle should squeeze every bit of performance from the hottest new cartridge of 2018.

Caliber: 224 Valkyrie
Magazine Capacity: 30 rounds
Barrel Length: 20.1 inches
Overall Length: 40 inches
Weight: 8 pounds, 2 ounces
MSRP: $1,995
(410) 901-1348 lwrci.com

LWRCI IC-DI MKII Target
Chambered in .223 Wylde for optimum performance with either .223 Rem. or 5.56 NATO ammunition and sporting a cold-hammer-forged, NiCorr-treated barrel, this rifle promises enhanced accuracy in most any situation.

Caliber: .223 Wylde
Magazine Capacity: 30 rounds
Barrel Length: 18.1 inches
Overall Length: 38 inches
Weight: 7 pounds, 12 ounces
MSRP: $2,363
(410) 901-1348 lwrci.com

LWRCI REPR MKII 6.5 Creedmoor Elite
From its carbon-fiber barrel to its Geissele trigger and fully ambidextrous controls (including the charging handle), everything about this rifle is ultra-high end. It should be no problem at all to achieve sub-MOA accuracy with this version of the REPR in 6.5 Creedmoor.

Caliber: 6.5 Creedmoor
Magazine Capacity: 20 rounds
Barrel Length: 22 inches
Overall Length: 43.5 inches
Weight: 10 pounds, 1 ounce
MSRP: $5,103
(410) 901-1348 lwrci.com

Rise Armament 1121XR in 6.5 Creedmoor
Designed to improve the performance of a heavy-caliber gas gun without unnecessary weight, the 6.5 Creedmoor-caliber exploits the potential of that round in a proven operating system from a company known for precision. Rise incorporates many of company’s premium components in building the 1121XR rifle.

Caliber: 6.5 Creedmoor
Magazine Capacity: 10 rounds
Barrel Length: 22 inches
Overall Length: 44 inches
Weight: 10 pounds, 4 ounces
MSRP: $2,449
(844) 747-3308 risearmament.com

Savage MSR 15 Recon Long Range Precision
How do you improve upon a precision-based MSR? The addition of an adjustable gas block and a longer barrel add to the rifle’s reliability and its already impressive accuracy thanks to its 5R rifling.  Best of all, the Savage is also available in 6.8 SPC and 22 Nosler.

Caliber: 224 Valkyrie
Magazine Capacity: 25 rounds
Barrel Length: 18 inches
Overall Length: 35.25 to 38.5 inches
Weight: 7 pounds, 8 ounces
MSRP: $1,249
(800) 370-0708 savagearms.com

Savage MSR 15 Valkyrie
Designed for maximum performance from an MSR platform with the new 224 Valkyrie cartridge, this rifle is capable of delivering supersonic velocities at distances of 1,300 yards with extremely flat trajectories and, of course, the match-grade accuracy you have come to expect from the Savage brand.

Caliber: 224 Valkyrie
Magazine Capacity: 25 rounds
Barrel Length: 18 inches
Overall Length: 35.5 to 39 inches
Weight: 7 pounds, 14 ounces
MSRP: $1,499
(800) 370-0708 savagearms.com

SIG Sauer M400 SDI VTAC
Adding to SIG’s line of VTAC (Viking Tactics) firearms is the direct-gas-impingement M400 SDI VTAC. With a tan cerakote finish, numerous upgraded parts and M-Lok-compatible fore-end, this rifle is ready for any task.

Caliber: 5.56 NATO
Magazine Capacity: 30 rounds
Barrel Length: 16 inches
Overall Length: 36.5 inches
Weight: 6 pounds
MSRP: $1,768
(603) 610-3000 sigsauer.com

Smith & Wesson M&P15-22 Blue Platinum
Eye-catching is definitely one way to describe this new variant of M&P15-22. However, it upholds the high bar set by the M&P15-22 family, with its light weight, slim handguard and six-position stock lending itself to rimfire fun for all.

Caliber: .22 LR
Magazine Capacity: 25 rounds
Barrel Length: 16.5 inches
Overall Length: 30.7 to 33.75 inches
Weight: 5 pounds
MSRP: $499
(800) 331-0582 smith-wesson.com

Springfield Armory Saint Edge
Freefloat handguard, upgraded trigger and top-tier furniture, in an AR-15-style rifle weighing slightly more than 6 pounds? Upgrading the new Saint Edge will be tricky, given the impressive list of standard features.

Caliber: .223 Rem.
Magazine Capacity: 30 rounds
Barrel Length: 16 inches
Overall Length: 32.5 to 35.75 inches
Weight: 6 pounds, 3 ounces
MSRP: $1,299
(800) 680-6866 springfield-armory.com

Wilson Combat Ultralight Ranger
Combining the company’s lightweight billet receivers with its match-grade tapered barrel results in a svelte, precision-based AR carbine that is fast-handling no matter the task. Other chambererings include 5.56 NATO, 6.8 SPC., .300 BLK., 6.5 Creedmoor, .308 Win. and .358 Win.

Caliber: .243 Win.
Magazine Capacity: 10  rounds
Barrel Length: 16 inches
Overall Length: 37 inches
Weight: 7 pounds, 6 ounces
MSRP: $3,270
(800) 955-4856 wilsoncombat.com

Wilson Combat Tactical Hunter
Capable of exceeding the ballistics of rounds like the .450 Bushmaster, the .458 SOCOM and the .50 Beowulf, Wilson Combat’s newest rifle, aptly named the Tactical Hunter, can handle maximum pressures of 46,000 psi while generating in excess of 3,000 ft.-lbs. of energy—all from a hybrid-length receiver and custom-length buffer.

Caliber: .458 HAM’R
Magazine Capacity: 7 rounds
Barrel Length: 18 inches
Overall Length: 34.25 to 37.5 inches
Weight: 7 pounds, 11 ounces
MSRP: $2,905
(800) 955-4856 wilsoncombat.com