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5.45x39mm ammo is primarily chambered in AK-74 rifles. Like its predecessor, the 5.56x45mm, the 5.45x39mm cartridge uses a light, high-speed bullet that is effective against body armor at ranges over 300 meters. Learn More
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  1. Tela Impex 5.45x39 Ammo - 750 Rounds of 65 Grain FMJ Ammunition

    $479.99

    $459.99

    47 In stock now

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    Bullet type FMJ
    Primer Type Berdan
    Casing Type Steel
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 2974 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 1276 ft lbs
    • 750 Rounds
    • 61.3¢ per round
    • Made by Tela Ammo

History of 5.45x39 Ammo

Introduced to the Soviet Army in the early 70s, the 5.45x39mm was created in response to the 5.56x45mm NATO. This cartridge reduced ammunition weight (meaning soldiers could carry more ammo into battle without increasing the overall weight) and recoil impact (less recoil so soldiers can quickly get back on target.

The AK-74 automatic rifle and its ammunition saw its first wartime use by the Soviet Union in Afghanistan during the Soviet-Afghan War, which lasted from 1979 through 1989. Since then, the firearm and ammunition have been used in all post-Soviet Union conflicts Russia has been involved in. Moreover, almost all the countries once part of the Soviet Union use the AK-74 and the 5.45x39mm cartridge in their Armed Forces.

Best 5.45x39 Ammo for Specific Use Cases

Use Case Details
Best 5.45x39 Ammo Best Overall: Hornady Black 60 grain FMJ.
Runner-Up: Wolf Polyformance 55 grain HP.

5.45x39 Ballistics: Chart of Average 5.45x39 Ballistics

Note: This information comes from the manufacturer and is for informational purposes only. The actual ballistics obtained with your firearm can vary considerably from the advertised ballistics. Also, ballistics can vary from lot to lot with the same brand and type load.

5.45x39 Bullet WEIGHT Muzzle VELOCITY (fps) Muzzle ENERGY (ft. lbs.) TRAJECTORY (in.)
  Muzzle 100 yds. 200 yds. 300 yds. 400 yds. Muzzle 100 yds. 200 yds. 300 yds. 400 yds. 100 yds. 200 yds. 300 yds. 400 yds.
60 Grain 2810 2495 2201 1927 1677 1052 829 645 445 374 1 0 -9.2 -27.7
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