SMG · 9x19
HK MP5 9x19 submachine gun (Navy 3 Round Burst)
How It Plays
The MP5 is the classic 9mm SMG: smooth, quiet with a suppressor, and extremely cheap to run. Its ceiling is set by 9x19 ammo, which struggles against high-tier armor, so it shines early wipe and in close-range leg-focused fights. It also stars in an early Gunsmith build quest.
Early-wipe closer-quarters king and a forever budget option for scav-hunting raids.
Best 9x19 Ammo
Ranked by armor penetration from live data. In Tarkov the bullet matters more than the gun.
PBPPen 39 · Dmg 44
AP 6.3Pen 30 · Dmg 52
PstPen 20 · Dmg 54
M882Pen 18 · Dmg 56
GTPen 14 · Dmg 58
PSOPen 10 · Dmg 59Where to Buy
No trader sells this weapon for cash right now. Check the flea market price above, or barters.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best ammo for the MP5 in Tarkov?
The MP5 fires 9x19. By penetration, the current top rounds are PBP, AP 6.3, Pst. Rankings update with live tarkov.dev data.
Where can you buy the MP5?
No trader sells it for cash right now. On the flea market it currently averages ₽60,189.
What are the MP5's stats?
800 rounds per minute, ergonomics 50, vertical recoil 56, and an effective distance around 200 meters. Fire modes: Single fire, Burst fire, Full auto.