Sturm, Ruger & Company leads American rifle production, selling an impressive 694,397 rifles in 2022, according to data from the ATF. This surge in sales comes during a period of heightened firearm demand, particularly for Modern Sporting Rifles (MSRs), as overall U.S. firearm manufacturing exceeded 13 million units. The economic impact is significant, generating over $90 billion in output and employing more than 384,000 Americans in the arms and ammunition industry.
As the U.S. continues to dominate the global arms market, being responsible for over 41% of international arms sales, understanding which companies drive this production is critical. Ruger is just one of the 33 manufacturers identified, with competitors like Savage Arms and Henry Repeating Arms closely following in production numbers. To explore the full list of leading rifle companies and their production figures in 2022, click through to the detailed analysis.
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