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The 7.62x39mm is a rifle cartridge developed in the Soviet Union during World War II, primarily for the SKS and later the AK-47 assault rifle. Known for its effectiveness at medium range, this round is widely recognized for its moderate recoil, reliable performance, and versatility in various conditions. With a typical bullet weight around 120-125 grains, it delivers substantial stopping power, though its effective range is shorter compared to larger rifle calibers, generally up to about 300-400 meters.
The 7.62x39mm is a rifle cartridge developed in the [[Soviet Union]] post World War II, primarily for the [[SKS]] and later the [[AK-47]] assault rifle. Known for its effectiveness at medium range, this round is widely recognized for its moderate recoil, reliable performance, and versatility in various conditions. With a typical bullet weight around 120-125 grains, it delivers substantial stopping power, though its effective range is shorter compared to larger rifle calibers, generally up to about 300-400 meters.


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|[[File:Flag_vc_new.png|50px]]<br><strong>[[VC]]</strong> || [[File:AK47.png|250px]]<br><b>[[AK-47]]</b> || [[File:Weapon ak47.svg|250px]] || [[File:Class_Assault.png|50px]] <b>[[Assault]]<br>|| 30[[+1]] / 90 || 41 || 103
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|[[File:Flag_vc_new.png|50px]]<br><strong>[[VC]]</strong> || [[File:Akm.png|250px]]<br><b>[[AKM]]</b> || [[File:Weapon akm.svg|250px]] ||  [[File:Class_Assault.png|50px]] <b>[[Assault]]<br>|| 30[[+1]] / 90 || 39 || 98
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|[[File:Flag_vc_new.png|50px]]<br><strong>[[VC]]</strong> || [[File:Gp.png|250px]]<br><b>[[AKM BG-15]]</b> || [[File:Weapon akm_gp25.svg|250px]] || [[Zombies]] || 30 / 90<br>1 / 2 || 39 || 98
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|[[File:Flag_vc_new.png|50px]]<br><strong>[[VC]]</strong> || [[File:Amd65.png|250px]]<br><b>[[AMD-65]]</b> || [[File:Weapon amd65.svg|250px]] || [[File:Class_Assault.png|50px]] <b>[[Assault]]</b><br> [[File:Class_radioman.png|50px]]  <b>[[Radioman]]</b><br> || 30[[+1]] / 90 || 39 || 97
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|[[File:Flag_vc_new.png|50px]]<br><strong>[[VC]]</strong>|| [[File:Bren.png|250px]]<br><b>[[Bren]]</b> || [[File:Weapon bren.svg|250px]] || [[File:Class_Gunner.png|50px]] <b>[[Gunner]]</b><br> || 30 / 60  || 46 || 105
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|[[File:Flag_vc_new.png|50px]]<br><strong>[[VC]]</strong> || [[File:Kbkg60.png|250px]]<br><b>[[Kbkg 60]]</b> || [[File:Weapon kbkg60.svg|250px]] || [[File:Class_Assault.png|50px]] <b>[[Assault]]<br> || 30[[+1]] / 60 || 44 || 110
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|[[File:Flag_vc_new.png|50px]]<br><strong>[[VC]]</strong> || [[File:Md63.png|250px]]<br><b>[[PM md. 63]]</b> || [[File:Weapon md63.svg|250px]] || [[File:Class_Assault.png|50px]] <b>[[Assault]]<br>|| 30[[+1]] / 90 || 39 || 98
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|[[File:Flag_vc_new.png|50px]]<br><strong>[[VC]]</strong>|| [[File:Rpd.png|250px]]<br><b>[[RPD]]</b> || [[File:Weapon rpd.svg|250px]] || [[File:Class_Gunner.png|50px]] <b>[[Gunner]]</b><br> || 100 / 200 || 42 || 96
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|[[File:Flag_us_new.png|50px]]<br><strong>[[US]]</strong>|| [[File:Rpd sog.png|250px]]<br><b>[[RPD SOG]]</b> || [[File:Weapon rpd_sog.svg|250px]] || [[File:Class_Gunner.png|50px]] <b>[[Gunner]]</b><br> || 100 / 200 || 42 || 96
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|[[File:Flag_vc_new.png|50px]]<br><strong>[[VC]]</strong>|| [[File:Rpk.png|250px]]<br><b>[[RPK]]</b> || [[File:Weapon rpk.svg|250px]] || [[File:Class_Gunner.png|50px]] <b>[[Gunner]]</b><br> || 75[[+1]] / 150 || 41 || 103
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|[[File:Flag_vc_new.png|50px]]<br><strong>[[VC]]</strong> || [[File:Sks.png|250px]]<br><b>[[SKS]]</b> || [[File:Weapon sks.svg|250px]] || [[File:Class_medic.png|50px]] <b>[[Medic]]</b><br> [[File:Class_radioman.png|50px]]  <b>[[Radioman]]</b><br> || 10 / 30 || 43 || 108
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|[[File:Flag_vc_new.png|50px]]<br><strong>[[VC]]</strong>|| [[File:Tul1.png|250px]]<br><b>[[TUL-1]]</b> || [[File:Weapon tul1.svg|250px]] ||[[File:Class_Gunner.png|50px]] <b>[[Gunner]]</b><br> || 40[[+1]] / 80 || 41 || 103
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|[[File:Flag_vc_new.png|50px]]<br><strong>[[VC]]</strong> || [[File:Type56.png|250px]]<br><b>[[Type 56-1]]</b> || [[File:weapon type56.svg|250px]] || [[File:Class_Assault.png|50px]] <b>[[Assault]]<br>[[File:Class_radioman.png|50px]]  [[Radioman]]</b> || 30[[+1]] / 90 || 41 || 103
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|[[File:Flag_vc_new.png|50px]]<br><strong>[[VC]]</strong>|| [[File:Type58.png|250px]]<br><b>[[Type 58]]</b> || [[File:Weapon type58.svg|250px]] || [[File:Class_Assault.png|50px]] <b>[[Assault]]<br> || 30[[+1]] / 90 || 38 || 95
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|[[File:Flag_vc_new.png|50px]]<br><strong>[[VC]]</strong> || [[File:Type63.png|250px]]<br><b>[[Type 63]]</b> || [[File:Weapon type63.svg|250px]] || [[File:Class_Assault.png|50px]] <b>[[Assault]]<br>|| 20[[+1]] / 60 || 43 || 108
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|[[File:Flag_vc_new.png|50px]]<br><strong>[[VC]]</strong>|| [[File:Type63P.png|250px]]<br><b>[[Type 63 Paratrooper]]</b> || [[File:Weapon type63 sog.svg|250px]] || [[File:Class_Assault.png|50px]] <b>[[Assault]]<br> || 20[[+1]] / 60 || 43 || 108
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|[[File:Flag_vc_new.png|50px]]<br><strong>[[VC]]</strong> || [[File:Vz58.png|250px]]<br><b>[[vz. 58]]</b> || [[File:Weapon vz58.svg|250px]] || [[File:Class_Assault.png|50px]] <b>[[Assault]]<br>|| 30[[+1]] / 90 || 34 || 85
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The 7.62x39mm cartridge was developed in the [[Soviet Union]] in the late 1940s, primarily for the [[SKS]] semi-automatic rifle and later for the iconic [[AK-47]] assault rifle. The Soviet military wanted a cartridge that provided a balance of manageable recoil, adequate stopping power, and compatibility with automatic firing for close to medium-range engagements, fitting the needs of the post-WWII battlefield.
Derived from experimentation with German intermediate cartridges during WWII, the 7.62x39mm cartridge offered less recoil and more controllability in automatic fire than full-power rifle rounds like the [[7.62x54mm]], while still delivering effective power up to about 300–400 meters.
This round quickly became the standard for Soviet and Warsaw Pact militaries and has remained widely used in the years since, becoming one of the most common intermediate cartridges globally. Its availability, reliability, and compatibility with popular firearms have led to its adoption by various militaries, paramilitaries, and civilians worldwide.
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Latest revision as of 21:58, 20 March 2025

The 7.62x39mm is a rifle cartridge developed in the Soviet Union post World War II, primarily for the SKS and later the AK-47 assault rifle. Known for its effectiveness at medium range, this round is widely recognized for its moderate recoil, reliable performance, and versatility in various conditions. With a typical bullet weight around 120-125 grains, it delivers substantial stopping power, though its effective range is shorter compared to larger rifle calibers, generally up to about 300-400 meters.

Factions Weapon Icon Classes Ammo Damage
Normal Headshot

VC
AK-47		 Assault
 30+1 / 90 41 103

VC
AKM		 Assault
 30+1 / 90 39 98

VC
AKM BG-15		 Zombies 30 / 90
1 / 2		 39 98

VC
AMD-65		 Assault
Radioman
 30+1 / 90 39 97

VC
Bren		 Gunner
 30 / 60 46 105

VC
Kbkg 60		 Assault
 30+1 / 60 44 110

VC
PM md. 63		 Assault
 30+1 / 90 39 98

VC
RPD		 Gunner
 100 / 200 42 96

US
RPD SOG		 Gunner
 100 / 200 42 96

VC
RPK		 Gunner
 75+1 / 150 41 103

VC
SKS		 Medic
Radioman
 10 / 30 43 108

VC
TUL-1		 Gunner
 40+1 / 80 41 103

VC
Type 56-1		 Assault
Radioman		 30+1 / 90 41 103

VC
Type 58		 Assault
 30+1 / 90 38 95

VC
Type 63		 Assault
 20+1 / 60 43 108

VC
Type 63 Paratrooper		 Assault
 20+1 / 60 43 108

VC
vz. 58		 Assault
 30+1 / 90 34 85

The 7.62x39mm cartridge was developed in the Soviet Union in the late 1940s, primarily for the SKS semi-automatic rifle and later for the iconic AK-47 assault rifle. The Soviet military wanted a cartridge that provided a balance of manageable recoil, adequate stopping power, and compatibility with automatic firing for close to medium-range engagements, fitting the needs of the post-WWII battlefield.

Derived from experimentation with German intermediate cartridges during WWII, the 7.62x39mm cartridge offered less recoil and more controllability in automatic fire than full-power rifle rounds like the 7.62x54mm, while still delivering effective power up to about 300–400 meters.

This round quickly became the standard for Soviet and Warsaw Pact militaries and has remained widely used in the years since, becoming one of the most common intermediate cartridges globally. Its availability, reliability, and compatibility with popular firearms have led to its adoption by various militaries, paramilitaries, and civilians worldwide.



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