Escape from Tarkov Ammo Chart for Patch 13

Escape from Tarkov is home to many victims and few assailants, with the majority of players contributing to their own demise through the choice of poor ammunition. Over the years, players slowly become more aware of the "do's" and "don'ts" of weapon ammo simply through trial and error, however, players have now been provided with a manuscript gifted from the heavens, an ammo guide. This guide showcases all the ammunition in Escape from Tarkov, alongside their success, weakness, price, accuracy, and armor damage, to provide you with the best understanding before entering Tarkov's wastelands!

Escape From Tarkov Ammo Types Explained

For those who don't know, ammunition comes in all shapes, sizes, and uses. Perhaps you're looking to cause internal bleeding, maybe you want the round to expand upon impact, or just rip straight through your opponent? Ammunition is the bread and butter of Escape from Tarkov, if you don't know what your ammo is optimized to achieve, you might find yourself in a bit of a Kerfuffle after emptying all your rounds into an opponent, not inflicting much damage.

Most of us have the experience of magazine dumping players without killing them, that is the result of poor ammo choice. Therefore, it is vital players understand exactly what ammo they are operating with and the effects of their choices. 

Escape From Tarkov Ammo Type List

Here are all the ammo types available in Escape From Tarkov:

  • .45 ACP (M1911A1)
  • 12.7x108mm (NSV “Utes” usable heavy mounted machinegun)
  • 12.7x55mm (ASh-12)
  • 12x70mm (12 Gauge)
  • 20x70mm (TOZ)
  • 23x75mm (KS-23M)
  • .366 TKM (Vepr AKM & VPO)
  • 40mm (underbarrel grenade launcher)
  • 40x46mm (Launcher)
  • 4.6x30mm (MP7)
  • 5.45x39mm (AK-47)
  • 5.56x45mm (M4 & MDR)
  • 5.7x28mm (P90 & 5-7)
  • 7.62x25mm (TT Pistol)
  • .300 (SIG MCX)
  • 7.62x39mm (AKM & SKS)
  • 7.62x51mm (Hi Calibre)
  • 7.62x54mm (Mosin & SVDS)
  • .338 (MK-18)
  • 9x18mm (9mm Makarov)
  • 9x19mm (9mm MP5)
  • 9x21mm (SR-1MP)
  • .357 (.357 Magnum)
  • 9x39mm (VAL & VSS)
Marcus Vance

Marcus Vance

Cybersecurity & Digital Privacy Researcher

Marcus Vance is a cybersecurity auditor and technology writer dedicated to educating the public about online safety, data privacy regulations, enterprise security, and emerging cyber threats.

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