are there any lightweight semi-automatic rifles good for hunting?

I own a pre 64 Win model 100 in 308 Win that I love.
Has a 5### serial # so it was made in early 1961.
I’ve owned several 100s but this one is the best.
Wasn’t shot much by the previous owner and was well cared for so other than a little flaking of the factory finish the fit, finish, bluing, wood, metal are pristine ... it’s a pretty gun to look at as well as a shooter.
It is very accurate < 1.5” 5-shot group @ 100 yds off a rest with a Leupold Ultralight 2-7x28 for a species of gun that is not noted for its accuracy.
 
My 1912 BSA 310 Cadet (32-20), weighs in at 6lb 3oz... and that's in full factory wrap. Great sights. They got the weight thing figured out over 100 years ago, forget about carbon wrapped barrels and Ti. :)

If you can place your first shot on target, there's little need for a semi.
 
Kel Tec RDB,RDB-S, SU16..etc would be right at that 8 lb mark with the right optic.
Unfortunately only in 223 in 308 the RFB pushes 10 lbs
 
well, being there is no 'lightweight' option really, how many of you hunt deer or yotes, etc with something like the T97 or the RDB or the RFB?

anyone planning on hunting with the new AK-esque and the 7.62x39?

being they're shorter, though heavier, they're easy to cradle/carry, especially in tandem with a sling.
 
Mr. Friendly said:
indeed. and what weight would you expect to be at scoped and loaded with at least a 5 round mag?
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If you go on r/AR10, there have been some really well rounded sub 5lb builds before optics/mag. With this in mind I think a 7.5-8lb quota all in with optics/mag on a NR reciever set and a NR barrel is quite manageable if you carefully consider your options and budget 4-5k for the rifle prior to optics/accessories.
 
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