The global demand for Small Arms Market is presumed to reach the market size of nearly USD 14.69 BN by 2030 from USD 9.5 BN in 2022 with a CAGR of 5.6% under the study period 2023 - 2030.
Small arms refer to lightweight firearms designed for individual use. These portable firearms are typically intended to be carried and operated by a single person and are commonly used by military, law enforcement, and civilians for personal defense. These are characterized by their relatively compact size, ease of handling, and versatility.
Market Dynamics
The Small arms market is driven by a multifaceted set of factors encompassing military needs, law enforcement requirements, civilian demand, and geopolitical considerations. Military modernization programs propel the market as armed forces seek advanced weaponry, including rifles and carbines. Counterterrorism efforts globally contribute to the demand for specialized small arms for both military and law enforcement agencies. Law enforcement agencies continually update their arsenal to address evolving security challenges, while civilians seek small arms for self-defense. Recreational activities, such as sport shooting and hunting, drive demand for rifles and shotguns. Geopolitical tensions and regional conflicts influence the market as countries enhance their defense capabilities. Technological advancements, changes in regulations, and the global arms trade further shape the small arms market. The private security industry's growth, rising popularity of sporting events, and ongoing terrorism concerns also contribute to market dynamics. The intricate interplay of these factors underscores the complexity and significance of the small arms market in addressing diverse security needs.
The research report covers Porter’s Five Forces Model, Market Attractiveness Analysis, and Value Chain analysis. These tools help to get a clear picture of the industry’s structure and evaluate the competition attractiveness at a global level. Additionally, these tools also give an inclusive assessment of each segment in the global market of small arms. The growth and trends of small arms industry provide a holistic approach to this study.
Market Segmentation
This section of the small arms market report provides detailed data on the segments at country and regional level, thereby assisting the strategist in identifying the target demographics for the respective product or services with the upcoming opportunities.
By End User
- Defense (Military, Law Enforcement)
- Civil & Commercial (Sporting, Hunting, Self-Defense, Others)
By Caliber
- 9Mm
- 5.56Mm
- 7.62Mm
- 12.7Mm
- 14.5Mm
- Others
By Type
- Pistol
- Revolver
- Rifles
- Shotgun
- Machine Gun
- Others
By Cutting Type
- Smooth Bore
- Threaded/Rifled
By Firing System
- Gas-Operated
- Recoil-Operated
- Manual
By Technology
By Mode Of Operation
Regional Analysis
This section covers the regional outlook, which accentuates current and future demand for the Small Arms market across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa. Further, the report focuses on demand, estimation, and forecast for individual application segments across all the prominent regions.
Global Small Arms Market Share by Region (Representative Graph)

The research report also covers the comprehensive profiles of the key players in the market and an in-depth view of the competitive landscape worldwide. The major players in the Small Arms market include Colt's Manufacturing LLC (US), Sig Sauer (US), Steyr Arms (US), Remington Outdoor Company (US), Smith & Wesson (US), Daniel Defense Inc. (US), Sturm, Ruger & Co., Inc. (US), Israel Weapons Industry (IWI) (US), Heckler & Koch Gmbh (Germany), GLOCK GesmbH. (Austria), Kalashnikov Group (Russia), and Eeská Zbrojovka a s. (Czech Republic). This section consists of a holistic view of the competitive landscape that includes various strategic developments such as key mergers & acquisitions, future capacities, partnerships, financial overviews, collaborations, new product developments, new product launches, and other developments.
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