Best 7.62x54mmR Ammo
The best 7.62x54mmR round in Escape from Tarkov is 7.62x54mm R BS gs, with 70 penetration power and 72 damage — effective against class 6 armor. All 9 7.62x54mmR 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 2026-09-26 15:00 UTC.
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| Round | Pen | Damage | Armor dmg | Frag | Max class | Cost/round |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7.62x54mm R BS gs | 70 | 72 | 88 | — | 6 | — |
| 7.62x54mm R SNB gzh | 62 | 75 | 87 | — | 6 | — |
| 7.62x54mm R BT gzh | 55 | 78 | 87 | — | 5 | — |
| 7.62x54mm R PS gzh | 45 | 84 | 84 | — | 4 | — |
| 7.62x54mm R LPS gzh | 42 | 81 | 78 | — | 4 | — |
| 7.62x54mm R T-46M gzh | 41 | 82 | 83 | — | 4 | — |
| 7.62x54mm R FMJ | 36 | 84 | 63 | — | 3 | — |
| 7.62x54mm R SP BT | 31 | 92 | 56 | — | 3 | — |
| 7.62x54mm R HP BT | 26 | 102 | 37 | — | 2 | — |
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