2026’s best new hunting gear: The top rifles and shotguns for Canadian hunters

Want to see more great new hunting gear for the upcoming season? Check out the year’s best new ammo , bowhunting gear ,  optics and apparel & accessories.

And for the complete round-up, see all of this equipment in one place at: 2026’s Best New Hunting Gear.

MARK V BACKCOUNTRY CAPRA

Tipping the scales between 4.1(short-action) and 4.4 pounds (long-action), the Mark V Backcountry Capra may well be the lightest-ever production centrefire rifle. It’s built on a titanium version of Weatherby’s slender, six-lug Mark V action, and paired with a Peak 44 carbon-fibre stock and diamond-fluted barrel. Light enough to capture any sheep hunter’s attention, it comes with a choice of nine popular mountain-friendly chamberings.

Learn more: www.weatherby.com