ATVs · Side-by-Sides · 4x4s
Boats · Campers · Firearms · Gear
Three auctions a year. Sellers across Montana. Buyers nationwide.
Spring. Fall. Winter.
Spring closes June · Fall closes October · Winter closes February
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Each Montana Sporting Auction runs for seven days. Bidding opens one week before the close date and remains live until the final closing hour.
Spring Montana Sporting Auction
Saturday, June 6, 2026 · 3:00 PM MT
Saturday, June 13, 2026 · 3:00 PM MT
Fall Montana Sporting Auction
Thursday, October 22, 2026 · 6:00 PM MT
Thursday, October 29, 2026 · 6:00 PM MT
Winter Montana Sporting Auction
Saturday, February 6, 2027 · 3:00 PM MT
Saturday, February 13, 2027 · 3:00 PM MT
Consignments Accepted Year-Round
Earlier submissions get more marketing exposure.
What Montana Sporting Auction Handles
Most Montanans with a rifle, a boat, or an ATV to move think their only options are Craigslist, a dealer, or sitting on it until the right private buyer shows up. Auction is a fourth option — and for quality sporting assets, it’s the one that gets you competitive bidding from serious Montana and nationwide buyers, handled under full FFL compliance where firearms are involved, with payment in 7 to 10 days after the auction closes.
Selling a Rifle, Shotgun, or Handgun in Montana?
Montana Sporting Auction is a licensed Federal Firearms License dealer. We handle single firearms, full collections, inherited estate collections, and specialty items — from modern hunting rifles and shotguns to pre-64 Winchesters, classic military arms, and collector handguns. Every transaction runs through our FFL with full state and federal compliance.
Sellers across Montana consign firearms to our Spring, Fall, and Winter auctions, where they reach Montana sportsmen and collectors nationwide through our bidding platform.
Ready to Move an ATV or Side-by-Side?
Trail machines, utility rigs, sport UTVs — we sell the full range. Buyers include Montana ranchers, hunters, and recreational riders, plus out-of-state buyers who know Montana machines get used hard and maintained right. Typical listings include Polaris, Can-Am, Honda, Kawasaki, and Yamaha.
Most ATV and UTV consignments are dropped at our Billings location; pickup is available for remote sellers with multiple machines.
Selling a Boat in Montana?
Fishing boats, jet boats rigged for the Yellowstone and the Missouri, pontoons, bass boats, and watercraft of every type. Montana’s boating market is strong, and auction puts your boat in front of Montana anglers and nationwide buyers at the same time — without the Craigslist grind.
Boat consignments are accepted year-round for our three annual Montana Sporting Auctions; larger boats can be arranged for pickup or transport.
Ready to Sell a Camper or Travel Trailer?
Travel trailers, 5th wheels, truck campers, motorhomes, and toy haulers. Montana’s RV market has serious buyers — from weekend families to full-timers retiring into the lifestyle — and auction gets you a defined close date instead of months of listing and tire-kickers.
Larger RVs can be consigned from the seller’s location; we can discuss transport and photography logistics for units that can’t easily come to Billings.
Selling a Truck Built for Montana?
Work trucks, lifted rigs, hunting trucks, and everyday 4x4s — auction gets you competitive bidding on vehicles that are often hard to price through book value alone. Montana buyers know what a well-maintained Montana truck is worth; nationwide buyers through our bidding platform often pay more than local market.
Truck consignments are dropped at our Billings location at 3625 S 56th St W.
Selling a Trophy Collection?
Montana Sporting Auction is one of the few auction houses in Montana that actively catalogs and sells taxidermy. Shoulder mounts, full mounts, European skulls, antler racks, and trophy collections from Montana, Alaska, Africa, and beyond. When an outfitter retires, an estate settles, or a collector moves on, these pieces deserve buyers who understand what they’re looking at — not a Facebook Marketplace listing that sits for a year.
Trophy mounts sell to Montana collectors, lodge operators, out-of-state trophy hunters, and interior designers building sporting collections. Competitive bidding from a qualified buyer pool gets real value out of pieces that private sale often cannot move.
Taxidermy consignments can be dropped at our Billings location or arranged for pickup for larger mounts and full collections.
When a Collection Needs to Find the Right Buyers
Some of the most valuable sporting assets in Montana sit in gun safes, basement shops, and barns because the owner passed, an outfitter retired, or a family has inherited more than they know what to do with. These collections deserve better than a private-buyer lowball offer or a dealer’s wholesale margin.
Montana Sporting Auction handles full firearm collections, inherited estates, outfitter retirement inventories, and taxidermy — cataloged with professional presentation, marketed to the buyers who know what the pieces are worth, and sold through a documented, transparent process under our FFL. For comprehensive estate settlements that include personal property, real estate, and other assets alongside sporting items, see our Estates page.
Spring, Fall, Winter
Each Montana Sporting Auction is its own event, with its own catalog, its own marketing campaign, and its own seasonal character.
Spring · Closes June
Spring Montana Sporting Auction
The season-opener. Shed hunting gear, spring turkey setups, fishing tackle, kayaks and canoes, trolling motors, and spring bear gear. Plus the big-ticket anchors: ATVs, UTVs, boats, campers, trucks, and firearms.
Fall · Closes October · Flagship Sale
Fall Montana Sporting Auction
The biggest sale of the year. Archery and rifle season inventory, elk camp gear, optics, hunting apparel, trophy mounts, and outfitter retirement estates. Plus the big-ticket anchors: ATVs, UTVs, boats, campers, trucks, and firearms.
Winter · Closes February
Winter Montana Sporting Auction
The year-end sale. Snowmobiles, ice fishing gear, cold-weather apparel, collector firearms, and year-end taxidermy. Plus the big-ticket anchors: ATVs, UTVs, boats, campers, trucks, and firearms.
From Consignment to Payment
1
Submit your consignment request.
Fill out the form at the bottom of this page or call us. Tell us what you have — a few photos help.
2
Bring your items to us in Billings.
Most consignments are dropped off at our Billings location at 3625 S 56th St W. For larger items — boats, campers, vehicles, or full estate collections — we can discuss pickup, transport, and on-site cataloging.
3
We catalog, photograph, and market.
Your items are cataloged to professional standards, photographed, and listed on our bidding platform. We run the full marketing campaign to our buyer base across Montana and nationwide.
4
Auction closes. You get paid.
Proceeds are paid within 7 to 10 days after the auction closes. Competitive bidding sets the final price — no haggling, no waiting for the right private buyer.
What Moves Through a Montana Sporting Auction
Every auction is curated. We don’t run flea markets or clearance sales. If it belongs in the catalog, it meets the standard.
30 to 200 firearms per auction.
Rifles, shotguns, handguns, and specialty collections — all through our FFL.
Boats rigged for Montana water.
Fishing boats for Fort Peck, jet boats for the Yellowstone, wake boats for Canyon Ferry and Flathead, and pontoons for the reservoirs.
ATVs, UTVs, and side-by-sides.
Polaris, Can-Am, Honda, Kawasaki, Yamaha.
Campers and RVs.
Travel trailers, 5th wheels, truck campers, motorhomes.
Estate and outfitter inventories.
Full retirement collections, trophy mounts, archery setups, optics, and hunting apparel.
Specialty sporting collectibles.
Scoped rifles, classic firearms, fine optics, and collector pieces.
What a Cataloged Collection Looks Like
Every collection we take gets cataloged to professional standards, photographed individually, and marketed to the buyers who know the value. Firearms are processed under our FFL. Optics, ammunition, and specialty items are presented with the detail serious buyers expect. The catalog is the product — and the catalog is why our auctions close at the prices they do.
Who’s Bidding on Montana Sporting Auction
Every auction draws hundreds of qualified bidders from across Montana and nationwide.
Our registered buyers include Montana sportsmen, ranchers, and outfitters; out-of-state hunters planning Montana seasons; firearm and trophy collectors across the country; recreational ATV and boat buyers; and dealers and specialty operators who know the quality of Montana-sourced sporting goods.
Montana Sporting Auction is connected to a nationwide bidding network reaching over 1.1 million registered buyer profiles. Your assets get the local-expert pricing of a Montana auction house and the national reach of a coast-to-coast bidding platform.
What Montana Sellers Ask Most
Where can I sell a hunting rifle in Montana?
Montana Sporting Auction accepts rifle consignments for our Spring, Fall, and Winter auctions. We’re headquartered in Billings and hold a Federal Firearms License. Sellers across Montana consign rifles — from modern hunting rifles to collector pieces — and our nationwide bidder network ensures competitive bidding rather than a single dealer offer.
How do I sell firearms at auction in Montana?
Submit a consignment request describing your firearm or collection. We catalog, photograph, and market the items to our buyer base of registered Montana and nationwide buyers. All transfers are handled under our FFL. You receive payment within 7 to 10 days after the auction closes.
Where do I sell an ATV, boat, or camper in Montana?
Montana Sporting Auction handles ATVs, UTVs, boats, campers, RVs, trailers, and 4x4 trucks. We hold three auctions per year for sporting assets, and consignments are accepted year-round. Drop-off is at our Billings location, with pickup available for larger items.
Do you handle inherited firearms collections?
Yes. Inherited firearm collections, estate firearms, and outfitter retirement inventories are a core part of what Montana Sporting Auction handles. Our FFL covers all transfers, and our appraisal partnership provides defensible fair-market-value documentation when needed for estate or probate purposes.
How much does it cost to consign with Montana Sporting Auction?
We work on a commission basis — we only get paid when your items sell. Commission rates depend on the type and value of items, and we discuss this upfront during the consignment conversation so there are zero surprises. There are no upfront fees to consign.
When are Montana Sporting Auctions held?
We hold three major auctions per year: Spring Montana Sporting Auction closes in June, Fall Montana Sporting Auction closes in October, and Winter Montana Sporting Auction closes in February. Consignments are accepted year-round — earlier submissions get more marketing exposure.
What does Montana Sporting Auction accept?
We accept firearms, ATVs, UTVs, boats, campers, RVs, 4x4 trucks, trailers, archery equipment, optics, fishing tackle, hunting apparel, outfitter gear, taxidermy and trophy mounts, and sporting collectibles. If it belongs in the field, on the water, or on the trail, it belongs in our catalog.
Do you sell taxidermy and trophy mounts?
Yes. Montana Sporting Auction catalogs and sells shoulder mounts, full mounts, European skulls, antler racks, and full trophy collections from North American and African game. Taxidermy sells to Montana collectors, lodge operators, out-of-state trophy hunters, and interior designers. This is one of the few auction channels in Montana that actively markets taxidermy.
Where do I drop off my consignment?
Most consignments are dropped off at our Billings location at 3625 South 56th Street West. For larger items like boats, campers, vehicles, or full estate collections, we can arrange pickup, transport, and on-site cataloging. Contact us to discuss the best approach for your situation.
How long does it take to get paid after my items sell?
Auction proceeds are typically paid out within 7 to 10 days after the auction closes. No haggling with private buyers, no waiting months for the right offer — competitive bidding sets the price, and you get paid promptly through our documented settlement process.
Can I set a reserve on my consignment?
Yes, reserves are available for higher-value items. We work with you to set a reasonable reserve that protects your investment while still encouraging competitive bidding. Our team will advise on appropriate reserve levels based on the item and recent auction activity.
Do I need an FFL to consign firearms?
No. Sellers do not need an FFL to consign firearms to Montana Sporting Auction — our Federal Firearms License covers all transfers, background checks, and compliance requirements. We handle the full firearms process for you, from intake through buyer transfer.
Do you accept firearms from out-of-state sellers?
Yes, with proper FFL-to-FFL transfer procedures. Out-of-state firearm sellers can ship firearms directly to our FFL for consignment. We handle the receiving transfer and all subsequent compliance. Contact us before shipping so we can walk you through the process.
How does competitive bidding work at Montana Sporting Auction?
Auctions run online through our bidding platform. Registered bidders place bids during the auction window, with soft-close timing that prevents last-second sniping. The final hammer price is set by the market — the buyer who values your item most pays the most, and you receive the hammer price less commission.
Can you pick up a full estate or outfitter collection?
Yes. For full estate collections, outfitter retirement inventories, or multi-asset sporting estates, we arrange on-site cataloging, transport, and photography. Our team travels across Montana for qualifying estates. Contact us to discuss the scope and logistics of your collection.
Is Montana Sporting Auction the same as National Auction USA?
Montana Sporting Auction is the sporting-goods and firearms auction sub-brand of National Auction USA. We share the same Billings headquarters, the same FFL, the same team, and the same bidding platform. The sub-brand exists to give high-value outdoor assets their own dedicated auction calendar and catalog.
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Licensed firearms handling, transfers, and compliance for all auctions.
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60+
Years of Auction History
A family-owned auction operation with six decades of experience and four decades serving Montana.
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1.1M
Registered Bidder Profiles
Nationwide bidder network reach through our connected platform.
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Auctioneers Associations
National and Montana Auctioneers Association memberships and active industry leadership.
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Ready to Consign?
Fill out the form below and our team will follow up quickly to confirm your items and next steps. Or call us direct at 406-259-4730.
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3625 South 56th Street West · Billings, Montana 59101 · 406-259-4730 · [email protected]