Best 5.7x28mm FN Ammo
The best 5.7x28mm FN round in Escape from Tarkov is 5.7x28mm SS190, with 37 penetration power and 49 damage — effective against class 3 armor. All 7 5.7x28mm FN rounds are compared below.
Ranked by penetration power first, then damage. Effectiveness bands compare published penetration power against armour class thresholds; they are a guide, not a simulation of in-game hit rolls. Prices observed 2026-09-27 11:01 UTC.
Sort:
| Round | Pen | Damage | Armor dmg | Frag | Max class | Cost/round |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.7x28mm SS190 | 37 | 49 | 43 | — | 3 | — |
| 5.7x28mm L191 | 33 | 53 | 41 | — | 3 | — |
| 5.7x28mm SB193 | 27 | 59 | 37 | — | 2 | — |
| 5.7x28mm SS197SR | 25 | 62 | 22 | — | 2 | — |
| 5.7x28mm SS198LF | 17 | 70 | 19 | — | — | — |
| 5.7x28mm R37.X | 11 | 81 | 9 | — | — | — |
| 5.7x28mm R37.F | 8 | 98 | 7 | — | — | — |
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