Assault rifle · 7.62x39
Kalashnikov AKM 7.62x39 assault rifle
How It Plays
The AKM trades the 74M's controllability for 7.62x39 punch. Its rounds hit noticeably harder against unarmored and mid-armor targets, and the platform stays affordable. The recoil is real, so builds focus on taming the climb, and it rewards short disciplined bursts over spray.
Hard-hitting budget rifle for players who aim their first three shots.
Best 7.62x39 Ammo
Ranked by armor penetration from live data. In Tarkov the bullet matters more than the gun.
MAI APPen 58 · Dmg 53
BPPen 47 · Dmg 58
PPPen 41 · Dmg 59
PSPen 35 · Dmg 61
T-45M1Pen 30 · Dmg 65
USPen 29 · Dmg 56Where 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 AKM in Tarkov?
The AKM fires 7.62x39. By penetration, the current top rounds are MAI AP, BP, PP. Rankings update with live tarkov.dev data.
Where can you buy the AKM?
No trader sells it for cash right now. On the flea market it currently averages ₽52,076.
What are the AKM's stats?
600 rounds per minute, ergonomics 28, vertical recoil 121, and an effective distance around 400 meters. Fire modes: Single fire, Full auto.