Best 9x39mm Ammo
The best 9x39mm round in Escape from Tarkov is 9x39mm BP gs, with 54 penetration power and 58 damage — effective against class 5 armor. All 6 9x39mm 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 2026-09-29 08:31 UTC.
Sort:
| Round | Pen | Damage | Armor dmg | Frag | Max class | Cost/round |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9x39mm BP gs | 54 | 58 | 69 | — | 5 | — |
| 9x39mm SP-6 gs | 48 | 60 | 64 | — | 4 | — |
| 9x39mm PAB-9 gs | 43 | 62 | 57 | — | 4 | — |
| 9x39mm SPP gs | 35 | 68 | 48 | — | 3 | — |
| 9x39mm SP-5 gs | 28 | 71 | 39 | — | 2 | — |
| 9x39mm FMJ | 17 | 75 | 28 | — | — | — |
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- Ammo vs armor matrix
- Armor chart