7 Most Expensive Machine Guns Sold on GunBroker | January 2026

7 Most Expensive Machine Guns Sold on GunBroker | January 2026 Auction Results

The transferable machine gun market started 2026 with impressive momentum, as collectors and investors competed for some of the most sought-after NFA firearms on GunBroker. January’s top sales featured iconic platforms ranging from historic Thompson submachine guns and transferable Colt M16 variants to highly desirable AK-pattern machine guns commanding six-figure prices. With limited supply and sustained collector demand continuing to drive values upward, these results highlight the strength of the high-end automatic firearms market. Here are the seven most expensive machine guns sold on GunBroker in January 2026, ranked from lowest to highest final sale price.

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Scroll down to discover more details on the most expensive items from the January 2026 report and if you want to follow the action in real-time just click “Watch” on any item until it’s Going. Going. Gun.®

List order is from the lowest to the highest dollar amount.

#7: Group Industries M1918A2 Browning Automatic Rifle (BAR) .30-06 Springfield

On 1/26/2026, A Seller Sold Item #1152419725, Group Industries M1918A2 Browning Automatic Rifle (BAR) .30-06 Springfield. Final Price for this Listing: $32,025.00. This Item Received 10 Total Bids From 5 Bidders In 5 States. Seller Listed the Item Condition as Used.

#6: Factory Colt M16 Registered Receiver Machine Gun

On 1/22/2026, A Seller Sold Item #1150823339, Factory Colt M16 Registered Receiver machine gun. Final Price for this Listing: $32,703.00. This Item Received 46 Total Bids From 7 Bidders In 4 States. Seller Listed the Item Condition as Used.

#5: N.A.S.I., Midland TX Import Norinco Polytech AK-47

On 1/14/2026, A Seller Sold Item #1147612495, N.A.S.I., Midland TX Import Norinco Polytech AK-47. Final Price for this Listing: $39,975.00. This Item Received 38 Total Bids From 13 Bidders In 9 States. Seller Listed the Item Condition as Used.

#4: Colt M16 / 621 .223/5.56 Heavy BBL. Machine Gun w/M60

On 1/1/2026, A Seller Sold Item #1146327834, Colt M16 / 621 .223/5.56 Heavy BBL. Machine Gun w/M60. Final Price for this Listing: $57,999.99. This Item Received 1 Total Bid From 1 Bidder In 1 State. Seller Listed the Item Condition as Used.

#3: 1921 AC Thompson with FBI Case Loaded with all Original Items Complete

On 1/22/2026, A Seller Sold Item #1149973429, 1921 AC Thompson with FBI Case Loaded with all Original Items Complete. Final Price for this Listing: $70,025.00. This Item Received 11 Total Bids From 2 Bidders In 2 States. Seller Listed the Item Condition as Used.

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#2: 98% Colt Thompson Model 1921 Machine Gun 

On 1/14/2026, A Seller Sold Item #1134539230. 98% Colt Thompson Model 1921 Machine Gun. Final Price for this Listing: $89,999.99. This Item Received 2 Total Bids From 2 Bidders In 2 States. Seller Listed the Item Condition as Used.

#1: TYPE 56 MILLED AK-47 

On 1/21/2026, A Seller Sold Item #1147615709. TYPE 56 MILLED AK-47. Final Price for This Listing: $140,025.00. This Item Received 48 Total Bids From 15 Bidders In 12 States. Seller Listed the Item Condition as Used.

Thinking About Selling a High-End Firearm?

With multiple transferable machine guns, historic Thompsons, and rare AK variants pushing well into five and even six figures, the collector market isn’t just active — it’s competitive. January’s results prove one thing: serious buyers are watching closely, bidding aggressively, and paying premium prices for the right pieces.

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