EFTRADARKalashnikov AKM 7.62x39 assault rifle
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Assault rifle7.62x39mmGunsmith
AKM — assault rifle chambered for 7.62x39mm. Ergonomics 26, recoil 149 vertical and 378 horizontal, 600 rounds per minute. Fire modes: single, full auto.
Stats without attachments
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | assault rifle |
| Caliber | 7.62x39mm |
| Ergonomics | 26 |
| Vertical / horizontal recoil | 149 / 378 |
| Rate of fire | 600 RPM |
| Fire modes | single, full auto |
| Effective range | 100 m |
| Weight without attachments | 2.092 kg |
| Mod slots | 10 |
| Flea Market price | 86,064 ₽ |
In-game description
The AKM (Avtomát Kaláshnikova Modernizírovanny - Kalashnikov's Automatic Rifle Modernised) 7.62x39mm automatic rifle was adopted in 1959 to replace AK as a standard service weapon of the Soviet Army. Main differences compared to AK: enhanced accuracy range, lower weight, new stock, trigger, hammer retarder, muzzle compensator, and other design changes aimed at improving the efficiency of the rifle.
Which ammo to take
Best by penetration out of 9 options in 7.62x39mm caliber. The full list is on the caliber page.
| Ammo | Damage | Penetration | Armor damage | Velocity | Flea Market |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 MAI AP | 53 | 58 | 76 % | 875 m/s | — |
 BP | 58 | 47 | 63 % | 730 m/s | — |
 PP | 59 | 41 | 57 % | 732 m/s | 942 ₽ |
 PS | 61 | 35 | 52 % | 717 m/s | 353 ₽ |
 T-45M1 | 65 | 30 | 46 % | 720 m/s | 272 ₽ |
 US | 56 | 29 | 42 % | 301 m/s | 227 ₽ |
Gunsmith: build requirements
The build is handed in to Mechanic in the quest menu. Any set of mods works as long as the final stats meet the requirements.
Gunsmith - Part 6
- Ergonomics ≥ 40
- Total recoil ≤ 400
- Durability ≥ 60%
- Sighting range ≥ 800 m
- Required mods: Fortis Shift tactical foregrip, AK 7.62x39 Magpul PMAG 30 GEN M3 30-round magazine
- Needs a mod from the category: Silencer
Weapons on the radar
- The enemy marker is labeled with the weapon they are carrying. The same is shown in the threat list next to the distance and height.
- Weapons in loot are labeled with the price and colored by value tier — you can tell right away whether it is worth going for.
- Aimlines and the “aiming at you” alert: you can see who has you in their sights.
The radar map opens from a link in any browser: on a phone, tablet, laptop or second monitor. You can also share it with friends from your squad.
Questions and answers
What caliber is AKM?
Assault rifle chambered for 7.62x39mm: the game has 9 types of these rounds.
What is the best ammo for AKM?
By penetration — MAI AP (penetration 58, damage 53), by damage — HP (80). Against class 4 armor you need penetration of 40 or higher, class 5 — 50 or higher, class 6 — 60 or higher.
Which Gunsmith parts is it needed for?
«Gunsmith - Part 6» (Ergonomics ≥ 40, Total recoil ≤ 400).
How much does it cost?
About 86,064 ₽ on the Flea Market per the price snapshot; the trader base price is calculated from 29,513 ₽.
What are its base stats?
Ergonomics 26, vertical recoil 149 and horizontal recoil 378, 600 rounds per minute, fire modes: single, full auto. These are figures without attachments — mods change them.
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